The 1958 Song That Robert Plant Called "The Best Song to Sing" - "This Is It!" and Magic with Ali Farka Toure!

Robert Plant, legendary lead singer of Led Zeppelin, has always sought new musical territories. After the band's breakup, he explored world music and soul. An unforgettable experience was singing "Nobody But Me", by The Drifters (1958), with Malian master Ali Farka Toure, in an improvised setting with kerosene generators and tree roots. "I was thinking: This is it! Singing the B-side of a 1958 Drifters single, the most magical, woven melody I've ever experienced. Not even the 'Immigrant Song' moments could top that night," Plant revealed. This jam session highlighted the R&B and soul influence on Zeppelin (Bonham loved Bernard Purdie, Jones echoed James Jamerson). Plant didn't want to be tied to hard rock - partnerships like with Alison Krauss showed his evolution. A story about passion for music, cultural exploration, and magical moments that define legendary careers!