“Rhiannon” is a song by the British-American rock band Fleetwood Mac, written by the band’s lead vocalist and keyboardist, Stevie Nicks. The song was released as a single in 1976 and appeared on the album “Fleetwood Mac.”
The song is inspired by the Welsh mythological figure Rhiannon, a goddess of fertility, the moon, and horses. Nicks was reading a book about Welsh mythology when she came across the name and was immediately struck by it. She wrote the song in about ten minutes and described the experience as “almost like an incantation.”
“Rhiannon” features a distinctive opening riff played on the electric guitar, which is repeated throughout the song. Nicks’ vocals are a highlight of the track, as she sings about Rhiannon’s mystical powers and her own fascination with the figure. The song also features strong harmonies and a driving rhythm section.
“Rhiannon” was a commercial success, reaching number 11 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 46 in the UK. It has since become one of Fleetwood Mac’s most iconic songs and a fan favorite. The song has been covered by numerous artists and was even used as the name of a character in the television series “American Horror Story.”
