Queen’s ‘We Are The Champions’ is a bombastic monument of an anthem, and one of the most iconic songs in rock history. Its soaring, triumphant melody is known at sporting events and award ceremonies the world over.
But chances are you haven’t heard it as majestic as this. With some editing, syncing and audio magic, we have a chance to hear the isolated vocals of the band’s star frontman, Freddie Mercury, born on 5 September 1946.
With guitars and other instruments stripped away, the song is carried just by the natural magic of his voice. We’re left with a crystal-clear bravura tenor that rivals any operatic performance for sheer intensity and range. On display is Mercury’s gorgeous tone – natural, arresting, full of character, and irresistibly rough around the edges. Take a listen:
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Freddie Mercury’s isolated vocals from ‘We Are The Champions’ prove he was one of the finest tenors in history
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