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WE WILL ROCK YOU

A very simple song that happens to be one of the biggest hits of the band. #1 in the UK on 23rd July 2000 when covered by 5ive, Roger and Brian (under the coward, unethical and opportunistic "Queen + Five" credit).


General Information:

Music & Lyrics by: Brian May
Arranged by: Brian May
Written: 1977
Length: 2:00
Released on: 28th October 1977

Produced by: Queen
Mixed by: Queen & Mike Stone
Engineered by: Mike Stone

Recorded: July - September 1977
Recorded at: Wessex Studios, London

Keys: Em
Metre: 4/4
Form: Cyclic

Electric Guitar: Brian May

Percussion: Queen + Crew

Lead Vocals: Freddie Mercury
Backing Vocals: Queen + Crew


Songwriting:

Brian wrote it with audience participation in mind.


Recordings:

Minimalistic.


Equipment:

Red Special Electric Guitar