About the song
“Bohemian Rhapsody,” released in 1975, is a groundbreaking and iconic track from Queen’s album, A Night at the Opera. Written primarily by Freddie Mercury, this song is a complex and genre-defying masterpiece that blends elements of rock, opera, and ballad into a single, cohesive and unforgettable experience. It’s a song that challenged the conventions of popular music at the time, showcasing Queen’s incredible musical talent and Mercury’s unique vision. “Bohemian Rhapsody” remains a testament to the band’s ambition and their ability to create music that transcends traditional boundaries.
The song is characterized by its operatic vocals, intricate piano melodies, and its dramatic shifts in tempo and style. It moves through various sections, from a haunting ballad to a hard-rocking segment, creating a dynamic and captivating listening experience. The lyrics are enigmatic and open to interpretation, adding to the song’s mystique and its lasting appeal. The song’s innovative structure and its complex harmonies made it a groundbreaking piece of music in the 1970s.
“Bohemian Rhapsody” was a significant commercial success, reaching number 1 on the UK charts for nine weeks and becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time. While the song itself didn’t win any specific music awards upon its initial release, its impact on popular music and its lasting influence are undeniable. It was later inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2004, recognizing its cultural and historical significance. The song also consistently ranks high on lists of the greatest songs ever recorded.
The enduring appeal of “Bohemian Rhapsody” lies in its musical innovation, its theatrical flair, and its ability to connect with listeners on multiple levels. It’s a song that continues to challenge and captivate audiences across generations, proving its timeless quality and its impact on music. “Bohemian Rhapsody” is more than just a hit song; it’s a cultural touchstone and a defining moment in Queen’s remarkable career, showcasing their genius and their lasting contribution to music.
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Lyrics
Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy?
Caught in a landslide, no escape from reality
Open your eyes, look up to the skies and see
I’m just a poor boy, I need no sympathy
Because I’m easy come, easy go
Little high, little low
Any way the wind blows doesn’t really matter to me, to me
Mama, just killed a man
Put a gun against his head, pulled my trigger, now he’s dead
Mama, life had just begun
But now I’ve gone and thrown it all away
Mama, ooh, didn’t mean to make you cry
If I’m not back again this time tomorrow
Carry on, carry on as if nothing really matters
Too late, my time has come
Sends shivers down my spine, body’s aching all the time
Goodbye, everybody, I’ve got to go
Gotta leave you all behind and face the truth
Mama, ooh (any way the wind blows)
I don’t wanna die
I sometimes wish I’d never been born at all
I see a little silhouetto of a man
Scaramouche, Scaramouche, will you do the Fandango?
Thunderbolt and lightning, very, very frightening me
(Galileo) Galileo, (Galileo) Galileo, Galileo Figaro, magnifico
But I’m just a poor boy, nobody loves me
He’s just a poor boy from a poor family
Spare him his life from this monstrosity
Easy come, easy go, will you let me go?
بِسْمِ ٱللَّٰهِ
No, we will not let you go (let him go)
بِسْمِ ٱللَّٰهِ
We will not let you go (let him go)
بِسْمِ ٱللَّٰهِ
We will not let you go (let me go)
Will not let you go (let me go)
Will not let you go (never, never, never, never let me go)
No, no, no, no, no, no, no
Oh, mamma mia, mamma mia
Mamma mia, let me go
Beelzebub has a devil put aside for me, for me, for me
So you think you can stone me and spit in my eye?
So you think you can love me and leave me to die?
Oh, baby, can’t do this to me, baby
Just gotta get out, just gotta get right outta here
Ooh
Ooh, yeah, ooh, yeah
Nothing really matters, anyone can see
Nothing really matters
Nothing really matters to me
