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: Allen Collins takes the lead on a Gibson Explorer, delivering a masterclass in pentatonic scales and rapid-fire pull-offs. The solo was reportedly composed by Collins note-for-note rather than being a pure improvisation, which is why it feels so melodic despite its speed.
: Shouting "Play Free Bird!" at a concert—regardless of the genre or artist—has become a universal joke signifying a crowd's desire for a long, virtuosic climax. only_the_best_part_of_free_bird
Technically, the solo is a marathon of endurance. It repeats a specific three-chord progression ( : Allen Collins takes the lead on a