Let's get hyped with Queen! From classic hits to recommended rock numbers
When it comes to the most enduringly beloved foreign band in Japan, it has to be Queen.
They enjoyed overwhelming popularity in Japan from their early debut, and even after they disbanded, a greatest hits album became a massive hit in the 2000s thanks in part to being used as TV drama theme songs.
Then in 2018, the biopic Bohemian Rhapsody sparked a phenomenon where Queen’s name once again spread among younger generations.
It all comes down to the irresistible appeal of their music that continues to capture Japanese hearts.
In this article, we’ve researched “hype/rousing tracks” among Queen’s many illustrious classics.
Alongside the standard mega-hits, we’ve also selected a good number of harder, rock-leaning songs!
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Let’s get pumped with Queen! From classic hits to recommended rock numbers (11–20)
Radio Ga GaQueen
One of Queen’s signature songs, also known as the inspiration behind the stage name of globally beloved American singer-songwriter Lady Gaga.
Featured on their 11th album, The Works, the song carries a message that rallies and encourages themselves by likening the decline of radio—brought on by the rise of television and video—to their own struggles.
Its catchy chorus is easy to sing and makes you want to join in.
A worldwide smash hit written by drummer Roger Taylor, it’s a live staple that ignites crowds with its sing-along chorus.
Under PressureQueen
A track that drew attention for its collaboration with David Bowie, who as a pioneer of glam rock has influenced countless musicians.
Featured on the 10th album “Hot Space,” it showcases an ensemble built around a catchy bassline, over which the harmonies of two extraordinary vocalists intertwine to stunning effect.
The arrangement, with each singer elevating the song by taking the high and low parts, is something many fans—past and present—have wished they could witness live at least once.
It’s a number that achieved major success in its home country of the UK and stands as a landmark collaboration in rock history.
I Want It AllQueen
A track with a tight rock ensemble and a technical guitar-phrase intro that immediately lifts the tension, marked by a heavy sound and driving beat.
Featured on their 13th album, The Miracle, it’s easy to picture the crowd erupting along with the chorus’s repeated lines at live shows.
Midway through, guitarist Brian May takes on vocals, and the guitar solo shifts into phrases and beats that evoke a metal band, reaffirming the breadth of a musical style that’s continued to evolve.
It’s a rock tune packed with multiple peak moments that still sounds fresh today.
I Want To Break FreeQueen
Upon its release, this number gained popularity as an anthem of freedom in regions such as South America that were suffering under oppression.
Featured on the 11th album, The Works, it’s a track marked by an impressive opening that begins with an ensemble of percussion and bass.
Freddie Mercury’s soulful vocals and the impactful guitar solo create a catchy yet gentle atmosphere.
The synth sounds used throughout are also pleasing to the ear, making it a song you’ll want to keep listening to.
Bicycle RaceQueen
A pop tune known as one of their signature songs, despite being subject to regulation in various countries due to the provocative nature of its promotional video and cover art.
Featured on their 7th album, Jazz, it was released as a double A-side single with Fat Bottomed Girls.
With its arrangement that modulates repeatedly, complex melodies, and catchy guitar solo, it’s packed with hooks and showcases Queen’s pop sensibilities to the fullest.
It’s a high-energy number that builds excitement with its recurring phrases, and one you’ve likely heard often on TV programs in Japan as well.