I'm pretty sure CODA was a "Contractual Obligation" album. At the end of their reign with their record company who, like others, ripped off the Band. They were threatened with a Law suit if they didn't record. Hence CODA really was lacking in any sort of enthusiasm from the band.
Don't forget, at this stage, Jimmy Page was ..... well we all know the story.
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