Is This the World We Created...?

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"Is This the World We Created...?" is a song by the British rock band Queen, which was originally released on their eleventh studio album The Works in 1984. The song was played at every Queen concert from 1984 to 1986. It was part of the finale at Live Aid in 1985. The song is the shortest but one of the most famous songs on The Works.


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1992
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Just look at all those hungry mouths we have to feed
Take a look at all the suffering we breed
So many lonely faces scattered all around
Searching for what they need

Is this the world we created?
What did we do it for
Is this the world we invaded
Against the law
So it seems in the end
Is this what we're all living for today
The world that we created

You know that everyday a helpless child is born
Who needs some loving care inside a happy home
Somewhere a wealthy man is sitting on his throne
Waiting for life to go by

Wooh, is this the world we created?
We made it all our own
Is this the world we devastated, right to the bone
If there's a God in the sky looking down
What can he think of what we've done
To the world that he created

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Queen are a British rock band formed in London in 1971, originally consisting of the late Freddie Mercury (lead vocals, piano), Brian May (guitar, vocals), John Deacon (bass guitar), and Roger Taylor (drums, vocals). Queen's earliest works were influenced by progressive rock, but the band gradually ventured into more conventional and radio-friendly works, incorporating more diverse and innovative styles in their music. After the late and great Freddie Mercury died, Queen continued to tour with multiple acts including Paul Rodgers, and currently, Adam Lambert. more »

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Written by: BRIAN MAY, FREDDIE MERCURY

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11 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Is This the World We Created...?" was written by Queen’s lead singer, Freddie Mercury, and lead guitarist, Brian May. Both members contributed equally to crafting the lyrics and melody for the track.
Album Placement
This song was the closing track on Queen's eleventh studio album, titled "The Works", which was released in 1984.
Recording
The track was recorded in August 1983 at Record Plant Studios in Los Angeles, California.
Song Theme
The lyrics are deeply contemplative and address themes of worldwide poverty and suffering. It reflects the band’s concerns about the state of the world.
Performance
It's usually performed as a duo by Mercury and May, both playing acoustic guitars. Notably, Mercury would occasionally swap his piano for a guitar when performing this song.
Live Aid Performance
Queen performed "Is This the World We Created...?" as part of their legendary set at Live Aid in 1985. The pared-down, acoustic performance stood out among the high energy rock performances of the day.
Song Duration
The song is one of Queen's shortest, at only 2 minutes and 13 seconds long. Despite its short length, it left a lasting impact on fans due to its heart-tugging theme and poignant lyrics.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised the song for its meaningful lyrics and raw, stripped-down acoustic sound. It is often lauded as one of Queen’s most thought-provoking songs.
Charity Association
This song has since been associated with many charity events, solidifying the band’s commitment to humanitarian efforts. It was notably performed at the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert in 1992.
Pop Culture
Former Guns N' Roses lead guitarist Slash quoted a line from this song "... Just think about it ..." during an MTV Interview in 1988. This shows how the song's message of considering the state of the world touched other artists as well.
Digital Stream
As of the beginning of 2020, the song had more than 10 million streams on Spotify, demonstrating its continued relevancy and appeal to listeners.

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