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Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack
Produced by: Brian May and Roger Taylor
Co-Production by: Justin Shirley-Smith, Kris Fredriksson, and Joshua J. Macrae
UK Virgin EMI CD: 19 October 2018 0602567988700 / UK Chart #3
USA Hollywood Records CD: 19 October 2018 D002984302 / Billboard #2
UK Virgin EMI LP: 8 February 2019 0602567988724
Related Songs
Asteroid (Pearl & Dean Theme) (Moore), Crazy Little Thing Called Love (Live Aid, 1985) (Mercury), We Will Rock You (Live Aid, 1985)
Co-Production by: Justin Shirley-Smith, Kris Fredriksson, and Joshua J. Macrae
UK Virgin EMI CD: 19 October 2018 0602567988700 / UK Chart #3
USA Hollywood Records CD: 19 October 2018 D002984302 / Billboard #2
UK Virgin EMI LP: 8 February 2019 0602567988724
| CD 1. 20th Century Fox Fanfare (Newman Arr. May) 0:25 2. Somebody To Love (Mercury) 4:56 3. Doing All Right... revisited (May/Staffell) 3:16 4. Keep Yourself Alive (Live At The Rainbow) (May) 3:56 5. Killer Queen (Mercury) 3:00 6. Fat Bottomed Girls (Live in Paris, 1979) (May) 4:37 7. Bohemian Rhapsody (Mercury) 5:55 8. Now I'm Here (Live at Hammersmith Odeon) (May) 4:25 9. Crazy Little Thing Called Love (Mercury) 2:44 10. Love Of My Life (Live in Rio) (Mercury) 4:28 11. We Will Rock You (Movie Mix) (May) 2:09 | 12. Another One Bites The Dust (Deacon) 3:35 13. I Want To Break Free (Soundtrack Mix) (Deacon) 3:43 14. Under Pressure (Queen/Bowie) 4:03 15. Who Wants To Live Forever (May) 5:15 16. Bohemian Rhapsody (Live Aid) (Mercury) 2:27 17. Radio Ga Ga (Live Aid) (Taylor) 4:05 18. Ay-Oh (Live Aid) (Mercury) 0:41 19. Hammer To Fall (Live Aid) (May) 4:03 20. We Are The Champions (Live Aid) (Mercury) 3:57 21. Don't Stop Me Now... revisited (Mercury) 3:37 22. The Show Must Go On (Queen) 4:31 |
Related Songs
Asteroid (Pearl & Dean Theme) (Moore), Crazy Little Thing Called Love (Live Aid, 1985) (Mercury), We Will Rock You (Live Aid, 1985)
Album Info
After years of development, the Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody
was released in theaters on October 24, 2018 in the UK. The film was a critical
and box office success, earning over $900 million worldwide. The film won
Best Motion Picture - Drama at the 76th Golden Globes and was nominated
for best picture at the Academy Awards. Lead actor Rami Malek won best actor
at the Academy Awards, British Academy Film Awards, and Golden Globes.
Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, produced by Brian May and Roger Taylor, was released as a download and on CD format in both the UK and US on October 19, 2018. The soundtrack was a huge success, reaching #3 in the UK and #2 in the US, the band's best US chart placement since 1980. The new wave of Queen popularity extended to their entire catalog in the US, including The Platinum Collection which charted at #9, giving Queen two simultaneous top 10 albums on the Billboard chart. The Platinum Collection would reach #6 the following year.
Bohemian Rhapsody featured a mix of Queen hits, live performances, unique mixes, and revisited tracks. Doing All Right... revisited features newly recorded parts by the original Smile lineup of Brian May, Roger Taylor, and Tim Staffell. Don't Stop Me Now... revisited features new guitar parts recorded by May especially for the soundtrack. The famous Live Aid performance is partially included, omitting Crazy Little Thing Called Love, We Will Rock You, and Is This The World We Created.
The soundtrack was made available on vinyl on February 8, 2019 and as a 2 LP picture disc for Record Store Day in April of that year.
Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, produced by Brian May and Roger Taylor, was released as a download and on CD format in both the UK and US on October 19, 2018. The soundtrack was a huge success, reaching #3 in the UK and #2 in the US, the band's best US chart placement since 1980. The new wave of Queen popularity extended to their entire catalog in the US, including The Platinum Collection which charted at #9, giving Queen two simultaneous top 10 albums on the Billboard chart. The Platinum Collection would reach #6 the following year.
Bohemian Rhapsody featured a mix of Queen hits, live performances, unique mixes, and revisited tracks. Doing All Right... revisited features newly recorded parts by the original Smile lineup of Brian May, Roger Taylor, and Tim Staffell. Don't Stop Me Now... revisited features new guitar parts recorded by May especially for the soundtrack. The famous Live Aid performance is partially included, omitting Crazy Little Thing Called Love, We Will Rock You, and Is This The World We Created.
The soundtrack was made available on vinyl on February 8, 2019 and as a 2 LP picture disc for Record Store Day in April of that year.
20th Century Fox Fanfare
20th Century Fox Fanfare 0:25
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 1
Consisting of 66 tracks of Brian May's guitar and Roger Taylor's percussion, the famous 20th Century Fox fanfare theme was reimagined for the opening of Bohemian Rhapsody. Movie goers had little doubt that this was indeed a Queen movie.
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 1
Consisting of 66 tracks of Brian May's guitar and Roger Taylor's percussion, the famous 20th Century Fox fanfare theme was reimagined for the opening of Bohemian Rhapsody. Movie goers had little doubt that this was indeed a Queen movie.
Somebody To Love
Somebody To Love 4:56
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 2
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 2
Doing All Right... revisited
Doing All Right... revisited 3:16
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 3
The Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack is an interesting blend of hits, revisited classics and excellent live performances. One of the revisited classics (and a standout track on the album) is a new Smile version of Doing All Right. Brian May and Tim Staffell reunited at Abbey Road studios in May 2018 to record new vocals and in Tim's case, a new bass performance. Original multitracks from the Queen and Smile sessions were mixed with new guitar parts from Brian and bass guitar from Tim. A new lead vocal performance from Roger was recorded later and mixed into this new version. The song begins with Roger contributing the aforementioned lead vocals to the first verse. The second verse features Tim's newly recorded lead vocal, whereas the third verse starts with classic Staffell vocals from 1969 and ends with current-day performance. The final verse is sung by Brian, whose vocals are double tracked. All three sing harmony during the chorus parts, sounding just as good (if not better) than they 50 years ago.
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 3
The Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack is an interesting blend of hits, revisited classics and excellent live performances. One of the revisited classics (and a standout track on the album) is a new Smile version of Doing All Right. Brian May and Tim Staffell reunited at Abbey Road studios in May 2018 to record new vocals and in Tim's case, a new bass performance. Original multitracks from the Queen and Smile sessions were mixed with new guitar parts from Brian and bass guitar from Tim. A new lead vocal performance from Roger was recorded later and mixed into this new version. The song begins with Roger contributing the aforementioned lead vocals to the first verse. The second verse features Tim's newly recorded lead vocal, whereas the third verse starts with classic Staffell vocals from 1969 and ends with current-day performance. The final verse is sung by Brian, whose vocals are double tracked. All three sing harmony during the chorus parts, sounding just as good (if not better) than they 50 years ago.
Keep Yourself Alive (Live at the Rainbow)
Keep Yourself Alive (Live At The
Rainbow Theatre, 1974 - Soundtrack Version) 3:56
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 4
The Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack features a mix of hits, revisited songs and some excellent live tracks. Keep Yourself Alive from the March 1974 Rainbow Theatre concert is presented here with a unique edit. At 3:56, one would assume it may just be the US Promo Single Version, but that is not the case. While similar to that version, the intro monologue by Freddie is a bit different. Details below:
- Album (FairyFeller ending): "I'll tell you what, it's time you all joined in, everybody. And I know you know the words to this one. All you've got to do is clap along, sing along the choruses. It's called...
- Album (KYA intro): "Keep Yourself Alive!"
- US Promo Single Version: "And I know you know the words to this one. All you've got to do is clap along, sing along the choruses. It's called Keep Yourself Alive!"
- Soundtrack Version: "I'll tell you what, it's time you all joined in, everybody. It's called Keep Yourself Alive!"
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 4
The Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack features a mix of hits, revisited songs and some excellent live tracks. Keep Yourself Alive from the March 1974 Rainbow Theatre concert is presented here with a unique edit. At 3:56, one would assume it may just be the US Promo Single Version, but that is not the case. While similar to that version, the intro monologue by Freddie is a bit different. Details below:
- Album (FairyFeller ending): "I'll tell you what, it's time you all joined in, everybody. And I know you know the words to this one. All you've got to do is clap along, sing along the choruses. It's called...
- Album (KYA intro): "Keep Yourself Alive!"
- US Promo Single Version: "And I know you know the words to this one. All you've got to do is clap along, sing along the choruses. It's called Keep Yourself Alive!"
- Soundtrack Version: "I'll tell you what, it's time you all joined in, everybody. It's called Keep Yourself Alive!"
Killer Queen
Killer Queen 3:00
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 5
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 5
Fat Bottomed Girls (Live in Paris)
Fat Bottomed Girls (Live In Paris
- February 27, 1979) 4:37
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 6
This is a surprising standout song from the Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack. While most listeners were anxiously awaiting revisited tracks and Live Aid, this live version is a highlight of the album. To wrap up their 1979 European tour, Queen performed three nights in a row at the Pavillon de Paris. This excellent performance of Fat Bottomed Girls comes from the first night.
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 6
This is a surprising standout song from the Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack. While most listeners were anxiously awaiting revisited tracks and Live Aid, this live version is a highlight of the album. To wrap up their 1979 European tour, Queen performed three nights in a row at the Pavillon de Paris. This excellent performance of Fat Bottomed Girls comes from the first night.
Bohemian Rhapsody
Bohemian Rhapsody (Single Version)
5:55
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 7
This is the stand-alone version, which allows the gong hit at the end to fade out naturally. On the album, the gong's last few seconds overlap with the drums on God Save The Queen, but you would have to listen very closely to notice. The Single Version would be used for collections, single releases, soundtrack albums and just about every other appearance of the song outside the album.
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 7
This is the stand-alone version, which allows the gong hit at the end to fade out naturally. On the album, the gong's last few seconds overlap with the drums on God Save The Queen, but you would have to listen very closely to notice. The Single Version would be used for collections, single releases, soundtrack albums and just about every other appearance of the song outside the album.
Now I'm Here (Live at Hammersmith Odeon)
Now I'm Here (Live at the Hammersmith
Odeon, December 1975 - Soundtrack Version) 4:25
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 8
The Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack is an interesting blend of hits, revisited classics and excellent live performances. Included on that release is Now I'm Here, live from Hammersmith 1975. This version does not include Bob Harris' intro, instead it starts with crowd noise, followed by Brian's guitar intro. This version ends after the big drum/guitar ending with some quick crowd noise. This is similar to the version used on the 2011 remaster Bonus EP, but not exactly the same.
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 8
The Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack is an interesting blend of hits, revisited classics and excellent live performances. Included on that release is Now I'm Here, live from Hammersmith 1975. This version does not include Bob Harris' intro, instead it starts with crowd noise, followed by Brian's guitar intro. This version ends after the big drum/guitar ending with some quick crowd noise. This is similar to the version used on the 2011 remaster Bonus EP, but not exactly the same.
Crazy Little Thing Called Love
Crazy Little Thing Called Love (Mercury)
2:44
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 9
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 9
Love Of My Life (Live in Rio)
Love Of My Life (Live at Rock In
Rio Festival, 1985 - Soundtrack Version) 4:28
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 10
The Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack features a new mix of the January 18, 1985 performance of Love Of My Life at Rock In Rio. For the soundtrack, all of Brian's interactions with the audience have been removed.
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 10
The Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack features a new mix of the January 18, 1985 performance of Love Of My Life at Rock In Rio. For the soundtrack, all of Brian's interactions with the audience have been removed.
We Will Rock You (Movie Mix)
We Will Rock You (Movie Mix) 2:09
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 11
The movie mix of We Will Rock You parallels with the creation of the song as depicted in the motion picture. From 0:00 to 0:51 it's the album version that we all know and love. Suddenly, at 0:52, the track transitions into a live performance. It is unknown what concert this is taken from, but the recording and performance sounds good. At first, this mix is a little jarring, but it works well in relation to what happens in the movie.
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 11
The movie mix of We Will Rock You parallels with the creation of the song as depicted in the motion picture. From 0:00 to 0:51 it's the album version that we all know and love. Suddenly, at 0:52, the track transitions into a live performance. It is unknown what concert this is taken from, but the recording and performance sounds good. At first, this mix is a little jarring, but it works well in relation to what happens in the movie.
Another One Bites The Dust
Another One Bites The Dust 3:35
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 12
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 12
I Want To Break Free
I Want To Break Free (Soundtrack
Mix) 3:43
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 13
The Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack is an interesting compilation of hits, live performances and a few new takes on classic tracks. Nestled in the middle is this unlisted mix of I Want To Break Free. This version takes the "Greatest Hits II Single Mix CD Edit" minus the synth instrumental section from 2:32 to 3:07. It surprisingly isn't noticeable and sounds very natural. A very effective edit.
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 13
The Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack is an interesting compilation of hits, live performances and a few new takes on classic tracks. Nestled in the middle is this unlisted mix of I Want To Break Free. This version takes the "Greatest Hits II Single Mix CD Edit" minus the synth instrumental section from 2:32 to 3:07. It surprisingly isn't noticeable and sounds very natural. A very effective edit.
Under Pressure
Under Pressure 4:03
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 14
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 14
Who Wants To Live Forever
Who Wants To Live Forever 5:15
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 15
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 15
Bohemian Rhapsody (Live Aid)
Bohemian Rhapsody (Live Aid, 1985)
2:27
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 16
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 16
Radio Ga Ga (Live Aid)
Radio Ga Ga (Live Aid, 1985) 4:05
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 17
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 17
Ay-Oh (Live Aid)
Ay-Oh (Live Aid, 1985) 0:41
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 18
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 18
Hammer To Fall (Live Aid)
Hammer To Fall (Live Aid, 1985)
4:03
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 19
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 19
We Are The Champions (Live Aid)
We Are The Champions (Live Aid,
1985) 3:57
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 20
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 20
Don't Stop Me Now... revisited
Don't Stop Me Now... revisited
3:37
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 21
Don't Stop Me Now was revisited with a new mix and some new performance elements on the Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack. Brian May recorded new guitar parts to make the song sound much closer to how the band plays the track live with Adam Lambert. Roger's drums also have a different sound in this mix, whether it be due to EQ choices, possible samples/triggers or just the mix itself. Freddie's outro is slightly different, ending the song with a different mood. This is a nice alternative to the album version and preferred to the "Long-Lost Guitars" version.
Appears on: Bohemian Rhapsody: The Original Soundtrack, Track 21
Don't Stop Me Now was revisited with a new mix and some new performance elements on the Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack. Brian May recorded new guitar parts to make the song sound much closer to how the band plays the track live with Adam Lambert. Roger's drums also have a different sound in this mix, whether it be due to EQ choices, possible samples/triggers or just the mix itself. Freddie's outro is slightly different, ending the song with a different mood. This is a nice alternative to the album version and preferred to the "Long-Lost Guitars" version.
The Show Must Go On
Asteroid (Pearl & Dean Theme)
Asteroid (Pearl & Dean Theme)
0:25
Appears on: Unreleased
Pearl & Dean is a British cinema advertising company that is known for its theme tune Asteroid, composed by Pete Moore. The familiar theme was given the Queen treatment by Brian May and Roger Taylor to raise awareness for the 2018 film Bohemian Rhapsody.
Appears on: Unreleased
Pearl & Dean is a British cinema advertising company that is known for its theme tune Asteroid, composed by Pete Moore. The familiar theme was given the Queen treatment by Brian May and Roger Taylor to raise awareness for the 2018 film Bohemian Rhapsody.