This parody song is a transformative, non-commercial work created strictly for humorous and expressive purposes. It is a clear parody of Led Zeppelin’s song “Stairway to Heaven,” reimagined to support and expand the adventures of Gunther the Smallest Rottweiler, a character from the novel The Smallest Rottweiler.
No original tracks, recordings, or direct musical elements from the original song or artist are used. This is an entirely new vocal performance with new lyrics and arrangement that comments on and humorously transforms the original work.
The song is not monetized in any way, generates no revenue, and is hosted exclusively on my personal, non-commercial website. It is offered solely for the free amusement of readers and fans who wish to further explore the novel’s characters and world. The use of the original song’s themes is limited and transformative, advancing a new creative expression tied to the story rather than serving as a substitute for the original.
I am a huge admirer of the original artist and their work. This parody was created out of deep respect and affection, with full credit given to Led Zeppelin (Jimmy Page and Robert Plant) for their original composition. Far from intending any harm or embarrassment to the artist or their music, this parody is meant to celebrate their creativity. As the saying goes, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. I hope listeners enjoy both the original song and this lighthearted parody version.
[Lyrics to Stairway to Enchampment]
[Verse]
There’s a runt who’s sure all that glitters is gold
And he’s buyin’ a stairway to Enchantment
When he gets there he knows if the stores are all closed
With a word he can get what he came for
Ooh, ooh, and he’s buyin’ a stairway to Enchantment
There’s a sign on the wall, but he wants to be sure
‘Cause you know sometimes words have two meanings
In a tree by the brook, there’s a songbird who sings
Sometimes all of our thoughts are misgiven
Ooh, it makes me wonder
Ooh, it makes me wonder
[Verse]
There’s a feelin’ I get when I look to the west
And my spirit is cryin’ for leavin’
In my thoughts I have seen rings of smoke through the trees
And the voices of those who stand lookin’
Ooh, it makes me wonder
Ooh, it really makes me wonder
And it’s whispered that soon, if we all call the tune
Then the piper will lead us to reason
And a new day will dawn for those who stand long
And the forests will echo with laughter
If there’s a bustle in your hedgerow, don’t be alarmed now
It’s just a spring clean for the May queen
Yes, there are two paths you can go by, but in the long run
There’s still time to change the road you’re on
And it makes me wonder
Your head is hummin’ and it won’t go, in case you don’t know
The piper’s callin’ you to join him
Dear lady, can you hear the wind blow and did you know
Your stairway lies on the whisperin’ wind
And as we wind on down the road
Our shadows taller than our soul
There walks a dog we all know
Who shines white light and wants to show
How ev’rything still turns to gold
And if you listen very hard
The tune will come to you at last
When all are one and one is all
To be a rock and not to roll
[Verse]
From the litter low, the runt arose
Pushed aside, but faith took hold
Through storms and chases, heart of fire
Duty bound, he climbed higher
Skol Pack thrives, his name they bear
Alpha Gunther, beyond compare
It’s not the size of dog in fight
But the fight that burns so bright
From runt to legend, carved his way
He’s climbin’ a stairway to Enchantment