The song's melody and riff bear a striking resemblance to Led Zeppelin’s "Going to California" . McCready has openly acknowledged this, stating that Zeppelin was a definite influence and jokingly calling it a "rip-off". Lyrics and Meaning

Critics from AllMusic described it as a "soaring epic," while Entertainment Weekly noted its emotional power despite the obvious Zeppelin parallels.

The music was composed by guitarist on a snowy day in Seattle when he found himself stuck at his condo.

The song follows a "near-Messianic youth" who is misunderstood and attacked for his message but ultimately finds freedom and transcendence. It emphasizes rising above negativity and continuing to "give your love away" despite the cruelty of others.

Pearl Jam - Given To Fly (official Audio) -

The song's melody and riff bear a striking resemblance to Led Zeppelin’s "Going to California" . McCready has openly acknowledged this, stating that Zeppelin was a definite influence and jokingly calling it a "rip-off". Lyrics and Meaning

Critics from AllMusic described it as a "soaring epic," while Entertainment Weekly noted its emotional power despite the obvious Zeppelin parallels. Pearl Jam - Given to Fly (Official Audio)

The music was composed by guitarist on a snowy day in Seattle when he found himself stuck at his condo. The song's melody and riff bear a striking

The song follows a "near-Messianic youth" who is misunderstood and attacked for his message but ultimately finds freedom and transcendence. It emphasizes rising above negativity and continuing to "give your love away" despite the cruelty of others. Pearl Jam - Given to Fly (Official Audio)