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

Greatest HitsQueen

Queen – Bohemian Rhapsody (Official Video Remastered)

Greatest Hits is a best-of album by the British rock band Queen, released in 1981.

The album compiles Queen’s hit songs released between 1974’s Seven Seas of Rhye and 1980’s Flash, and in some countries it also includes the collaboration track Under Pressure with David Bowie.

With sales of over 25 million copies, it is Queen’s best-selling album and one of the best-selling albums of all time.

Distilling the essence of Queen’s appeal, this album is an excellent introduction to Western pop and rock music.

Don’t Stop Me NowQueen

Queen – Don’t Stop Me Now (Official Video)

This is one of Queen’s many hit numbers, a band whose popularity exploded back into the spotlight with the 2018 film Bohemian Rhapsody! The late Hideki Saijo also covered this song! He actually had a fondness for Japan, and he even released songs sung in Japanese.

Be sure to check those out too! Sadly, Freddie Mercury passed away at the young age of 45, but the masterpieces he created continue to lift the spirits of many people today.

Don’t Stop Me Now, in particular, is the kind of track that makes you want to blast it through your car stereo and go for a drive!

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Yoimachi Jēn

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Don’t Stop Me NowQueen

Queen – Don’t Stop Me Now (Official Video)

A rock tune whose driving arrangement, featuring piano sounds, evokes the title.

It’s a track from the 7th album “Jazz,” and the arrangement is dramatic as it moves from a lyrical opening into a refreshing rock sound.

The overall tension stays high, making it an arrangement that keeps the excitement going, but since the guitar doesn’t appear at all until the solo, you could also say the guitar solo section is a major highlight.

The 2011 reissue of “Jazz” includes an alternate take as a bonus track that contains the guitar parts that were cut, so if you want to enjoy the guitar sound, you might want to check that out as well.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Cool CatQueen

Queen – Cool Cat (Official Lyric Video)

The legendary British rock band Queen showcased a cat-themed song on their 1982 album Hot Space, a work that symbolizes the band’s musical adventurousness.

Co-written by Freddie Mercury and John Deacon, the track boldly departs from their traditional rock sound, resulting in a distinctive blend that incorporates elements of soul and funk.

Mercury’s smooth, fully falsetto vocals and Deacon’s slap bass create an impressively groovy sound.

In 2023, it was featured in an Amazon Prime commercial, bringing renewed attention to the song.

It’s a recommended track for those looking to enjoy a relaxed atmosphere or to savor Queen’s diverse musical range.

You Are My Best FriendQueen

Queen – You’re My Best Friend (Official Video)

This is a friendship song by Queen, a band so renowned that they’ve etched their name in history as a classic rock sound, beloved for powerful vocals and grand, sweeping melodies.

With a dazzling atmosphere that makes you want to listen during graduation season, it’s a track embraced by many generations.