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Critics from AllMusic described it as a "soaring epic," while Entertainment Weekly noted its emotional power despite the obvious Zeppelin parallels.
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 Pearl Jam - Given to Fly (Official Audio)
The song was a significant commercial success and helped revitalize fan interest in the band following their more experimental mid-90s work. Critics from AllMusic described it as a "soaring
Vedder envisioned the song as a 20-page children's book with a line and an illustration on every page. Pearl Jam - Given to Fly (Official Audio)