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Freddie Mercury’s incomparable vocals are among the most recognisable in rock – but which songs capture him at his best?
His voice lives on: we decided to celebrate the very best performances Freddie Mercury ever gave to us, on record and in the arenas.
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It’s A Hard Life
Right from that insane opening, this is flamboyance through and through. All together now… “I DOOON’T WAAANT YOUR FREEEEDOOOOM!”
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We’ve all sung it at the office party, but no-one sang it as well as Freddie.
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Back Chat
Not a popular Queen song, by any means, but listen to how different Mercury’s vocals sound here compared to the band’s bigger hits – clipped delivery, crazy enunciation, totally entertaining.
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Somebody To Love
So good that it became a calling-card for the great George Michael, it’s still tough to beat the original.
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Under Pressure
When you’re up against David Bowie, you’ve got to bring your A-game, and Freddie certainly does. Not only a great vocal performance, but also a great duet.
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Bohemian Rhapsody
How could we leave this out? It’s an incredible, epic song, but just listen to the vocals throughout – layer after layer of technicolor vocal harmony, but all tied together by Mercury’s distinct tones.
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