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

Queen, the British rock band whose popularity has been reignited by the film Bohemian Rhapsody.

Many of you have probably seen the film in theaters, and I imagine quite a few people thought, “I’d never really listened to Queen before, but now I want to give them a proper listen!”

That’s only natural—the movie features many of their classic songs and even depicts how they came to be.

In this article, we’ll introduce timeless tracks that long-time Queen fans will love, and that those who discovered them through the film can enjoy as well!

[Rock and Roll Hall of Fame] Queen’s iconic songs: Must-listen fan-selected signature tracks (31–40)

Brighton RockQueen

Queen – Brighton Rock (Official Lyric Video)
Brighton RockQueen

A song written by Brian.

It consists of multiple echoes and a vocal arrangement by Freddie, the lead singer.

It is characterized by its distinctive guitar sound and is known for featuring a crowd-pleasing guitar solo in concert performances.

20th Century Fox FanfareQueen

This is a track produced to be included as the first song on the original soundtrack of the 2018 film Bohemian Rhapsody.

The iconic 20th Century Fox fanfare is luxuriously recreated with Brian’s guitar sound.

Fat Bottomed GirlsQueen

Queen – Fat Bottomed Girls (Official Video)
Fat Bottomed GirlsQueen

A song written by guitarist Brian from the perspective of a young man about a fat woman.

Released in 1978 as a double A-side single together with Bicycle Race.

On the 2005 Queen tribute album Killer Queen, it was covered by Antigone Rising.

I’m In Love With My CarQueen

Queen – I’m In Love With My Car (Official Video)
I'm In Love With My CarQueen

An emotional song with autobiographical elements.

Written by Roger, who also handled vocals and drums.

The engine sound in the track is said to be a recording of the engine of the Alfa Romeo Roger owned at the time.

The song was included on the B-side of the single “Bohemian Rhapsody,” released in 1975.

Ay-OhQueen

Queen Live Aid 1985 – EEEEEOOOOOO
Ay-OhQueen

The track used at the beginning of the trailer for the film “Bohemian Rhapsody.” It contains the live call-and-response between Freddie and the audience.

This track captures Freddie’s soaring shouts and the audience’s excitement exactly as they were.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Queen’s iconic songs — must-hear signature tracks chosen by fans (41–50)

Crazy Little Thing Called LoveQueen

Queen – Crazy Little Thing Called Love (Official Video)
Crazy Little Thing Called LoveQueen

It’s a song with a striking rockabilly flavor.

Freddie’s vocals evoke Elvis Presley in a way, and when performed on music programs, it’s the only song where Freddie sings while playing the guitar.

In interviews, Freddie reportedly said that playing the guitar is complicated and that the piano is easier.

Stone Cold CrazyQueen

Queen – Stone Cold Crazy (Official Lyric Video)
Stone Cold CrazyQueen

It’s said that Freddie wrote this song while he was in a band before forming Queen.

With Roger on lead vocals, the track has a driving, fast-paced feel that evokes thrash.

It has been covered by many artists over the years, including Metallica.