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Brian, simply the best.
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tcc
It had been said that the person writing the lyrics get the credit as the songwriter although music wise the other band members did help to refine song. The better gauge would be who is the best lyrics writer.
reesefallon
FunLovinCriminal
It was never about coming up with great art in Queen's case, but writing hit singles. Thus, none of them deserves to be called the best songwriter, as they all wrote hits, which defined the band at certain stages. When it went more mainstream, it was John's and Roger's turn. And they delivered quite well...
Sebastian
[QUOTE] [b]tcc wrote:[/b]
It had been said that the person writing the lyrics get the credit as the songwriter although music wise the other band members did help to refine song. The better gauge would be who is the best lyrics writer.[/QUOTE]
That was an oversimplification to say the least. According to Frederick, it was he who wrote the lyrics to 'Is this the World We Created', yet it still got credited to both of them (as Brian came up with the chords).
It had been said that the person writing the lyrics get the credit as the songwriter although music wise the other band members did help to refine song. The better gauge would be who is the best lyrics writer.[/QUOTE]
That was an oversimplification to say the least. According to Frederick, it was he who wrote the lyrics to 'Is this the World We Created', yet it still got credited to both of them (as Brian came up with the chords).
bas
“It was never about coming up with great art in Queen's case, but writing hit singles.“
Not entirely true. Although Queen I & Queen II contained a few singles (Liar, Keep Yourself Alive and Seven Seas Of Rhye), they were definately not primairily aimed at scoring hit singles. That changed with the Sheer Heart Attack album.
Not entirely true. Although Queen I & Queen II contained a few singles (Liar, Keep Yourself Alive and Seven Seas Of Rhye), they were definately not primairily aimed at scoring hit singles. That changed with the Sheer Heart Attack album.
runner_70
1) Freddie
2) John
3) Roger
4) Brian
2) John
3) Roger
4) Brian
runner_70
[QUOTE] [b]Russian Headlong 2 wrote:[/b]
Brian, simply the best.[/QUOTE]
Really? Fat Bottomed Girls is his signiture song apart from WWRY lol
Brian, simply the best.[/QUOTE]
Really? Fat Bottomed Girls is his signiture song apart from WWRY lol
whirringnoises
Freddie's talent in songwriting was apparent in many songs, and I don't think it should be ignored. But I always find that I'm very into Brian's stuff, especially before the 80s. I can't pinpoint why, but his stuff tends to really get to me!
However, this question is a little difficult to answer when Brian and Freddie wrote more songs than Roger and John. They didn't get to shine as much. :'^)
However, this question is a little difficult to answer when Brian and Freddie wrote more songs than Roger and John. They didn't get to shine as much. :'^)
rockchic65
[QUOTE] [b]runner_70 wrote:[/b]
[QUOTE] [b]Russian Headlong 2 wrote:[/b]
Brian, simply the best.[/QUOTE]
Really? Fat Bottomed Girls is his signiture song apart from WWRY lol[/QUOTE]
You're joking, Brian wrote some gorgeous songs - Save Me, The Prophet's Song, 39, WWTLF, White Queen et al.
[QUOTE] [b]Russian Headlong 2 wrote:[/b]
Brian, simply the best.[/QUOTE]
Really? Fat Bottomed Girls is his signiture song apart from WWRY lol[/QUOTE]
You're joking, Brian wrote some gorgeous songs - Save Me, The Prophet's Song, 39, WWTLF, White Queen et al.
runner_70
Still he thinks FBG is his masterpiece. Thats why it was in the movie. He cant hold a candle to Freddie's writing skills and his songs were the least successful. Thats why he envied Freddie
bucsateflon
Hammer to fall, Now I'm here, Tie your mother down
rock masterpieces and live show staple, that Freddie must have been envious of
rock masterpieces and live show staple, that Freddie must have been envious of
Vocal harmony
[QUOTE] [b]runner_70 wrote:[/b]
Still he thinks FBG is his masterpiece. Thats why it was in the movie. He cant hold a candle to Freddie's writing skills and his songs were the least successful. Thats why he envied Freddie [/QUOTE]
As a representation of Queen's heavier side, and late 70's success it provides a great sound track to the touring the US montage in the film.
FBG is his masterpiece, what else did he tell you? I always thought it was a good stomping live song hence its inclusion in the set.
If you knew anything about Queen's music, even, you could spot Brian's musical brilliance in many more of his compositions and his playing on many other songs
Still he thinks FBG is his masterpiece. Thats why it was in the movie. He cant hold a candle to Freddie's writing skills and his songs were the least successful. Thats why he envied Freddie [/QUOTE]
As a representation of Queen's heavier side, and late 70's success it provides a great sound track to the touring the US montage in the film.
FBG is his masterpiece, what else did he tell you? I always thought it was a good stomping live song hence its inclusion in the set.
If you knew anything about Queen's music, even, you could spot Brian's musical brilliance in many more of his compositions and his playing on many other songs
runner_70
[QUOTE] [b]Vocal harmony wrote:[/b]
[QUOTE] [b]runner_70 wrote:[/b]
Still he thinks FBG is his masterpiece. Thats why it was in the movie. He cant hold a candle to Freddie's writing skills and his songs were the least successful. Thats why he envied Freddie [/QUOTE]
As a representation of Queen's heavier side, and late 70's success it provides a great sound track to the touring the US montage in the film.
FBG is his masterpiece, what else did he tell you? I always thought it was a good stomping live song hence its inclusion in the set.
If you knew anything about Queen's music, even, you could spot Brian's musical brilliance in many more of his compositions and his playing on many other songs[/QUOTE]
STill his songs were the least successful apart from WWRY
[QUOTE] [b]runner_70 wrote:[/b]
Still he thinks FBG is his masterpiece. Thats why it was in the movie. He cant hold a candle to Freddie's writing skills and his songs were the least successful. Thats why he envied Freddie [/QUOTE]
As a representation of Queen's heavier side, and late 70's success it provides a great sound track to the touring the US montage in the film.
FBG is his masterpiece, what else did he tell you? I always thought it was a good stomping live song hence its inclusion in the set.
If you knew anything about Queen's music, even, you could spot Brian's musical brilliance in many more of his compositions and his playing on many other songs[/QUOTE]
STill his songs were the least successful apart from WWRY
Star*
Freddie is the greatest Queen song writer as he wrote the greatest Queen song ever "Bohemian Rhapsody!
Brian, John and Roger could never top that - ever !
Brian, John and Roger could never top that - ever !