[Rock and Roll Hall of Fame] Queen’s iconic songs: must-hear signature tracks chosen by fans

Doing All RightQueen

Queen – Doing All Right (Official Lyric Video Remastered)

A song created by Brian and Roger during Smile, the band that preceded Queen.

For the soundtrack of the film Bohemian Rhapsody, they reportedly re-recorded it to recreate Smile’s original performance, bringing in Tim Staffell, who had been Smile’s vocalist.

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Flash’s ThemeQueen

Flash – Queen (Official Music Video)

This is a track included on the soundtrack album for the film Flash Gordon.

The soundtrack was produced entirely by Queen, with Brian taking the lead, and it’s said that this album marked the beginning of Queen’s use of synthesizers.

Modern Times Rock’n’RollQueen

Queen – Modern Times Rock ‘n’ Roll (Official Lyric Video Remastered)

It’s a song written and composed by Roger, included on their debut album “Queen.” With a driving feel, it’s a quintessential Roger track.

On the studio version Roger handles the vocals, but in live performances Freddie often sang this one.

Even when he wasn’t on lead, Roger’s husky voice in the backing vocals left a strong impression.

DelilahQueen

Queen – Delilah (Official Lyric Video)

It’s a song included on Queen’s 1991 album Innuendo.

The lyrics, filled with Freddie Mercury’s deep affection for his beloved cat Delilah, are striking.

You can sense how much Freddie adored Delilah, capturing a cat’s capricious nature and cuteness, as well as the occasional mischief.

One highlight is Brian May’s guitar work, using a talk box to imitate a cat’s meow.

The track appears on the last album released nine months before Freddie’s passing, and it’s a piece brimming with his kindness and sense of humor.

The MiracleQueen

Queen – The Miracle (Official Video Remastered)

A song incorporating lyrical ideas from all four band members.

It was released in 1989.

The lyrics sing about God’s magnificent creation and its beauty, featuring simple words and an upbeat sound.

The track centers on the theme of peace on Earth.

Princes Of The UniverseQueen

Queen – Princes Of The Universe (Official Video)

The song that closes out their 12th album, A Kind of Magic, is Princes of the Universe.

It became the theme song for the television drama Highlander, a co-production by the United States, France, Italy, Germany, and Japan.

The track is memorable for its intro, which opens with a grand, spacious choral arrangement and then moves into an ear-catching guitar solo.

True to Freddie Mercury’s style, the melody is intricate, but because there aren’t many fast passages, it’s a rewarding piece to tackle.

However, be careful not to get left behind—the rhythm shifts rapidly throughout.

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Let Me In Your Heart AgainQueen

Queen – Let Me In Your Heart Again (Album Version)

Isn’t Queen the band that left the world with a mountain of the greatest rock ballads? This particular song by Queen tenderly sings of a steadfast love for a woman who has gone away.

Being able to love someone this much is so cool—it makes you admire them.

With its memorable chorus and a quintessential rock-band guitar solo, it’s a can’t-miss love song packed with highlights.