You're My Best Friend

Queen

About You're My Best Friend

"You're My Best Friend" is a song by the British rock band Queen, written by the band's bass player, John Deacon, who wrote it for and about his wife. It was first included on the 1975 album A Night at the Opera, and later released as a single. The ballad also appeared on the Live Killers (1979) live album, and on the compilation albums Greatest Hits (1981), Absolute Greatest (2009) and Queen Forever (2014). The song reached number seven in the UK Singles Chart and number 16 on the US Billboard Hot 100. It is certified platinum by the RIAA in the US with over one million copies sold. The song has since featured in television, film and other media, such as The Simpsons and Family Guy. more »

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Ooh you make me live
Whatever this world can give to me
It's you you're all I see
Ooh you make me live now honey
Ooh you make me live

Ooh you're the best friend that I ever had
I've been with you such a long time
You're my sunshine and I want you to know
That my feelings are true
I really love you
Oh you're my best friend

Ooh you make me live

Ooh I've been wandering round
But I still come back to you
In rain or shine
You've stood by me girl
I'm happy at home
You're my best friend

Ooh you make me live
Whenever this world is cruel to me
I got you to help me forgive
Ooh you make me live now honey
Ooh you make me live

You're the first one
When things turn out bad
You know I'll never be lonely
You're my only one
And I love the things
I really love the things that you do
Ooh you're my best friend

Ooh you make me live

I'm happy at home
You're my best friend
Oh you're my best friend
Ooh you make me live
You're my best friend

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Queen

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: John Deacon

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10 facts about this song

Composition "You're My Best Friend" was composed by John Deacon, the bassist for Queen. This was the very first song that he wrote for the band.
Recordings The song was part of Queen's 1975 album 'A Night at the Opera'. It also exists in the live album 'Rock Montreal & Live Aid' where it was performed but not included in the original 'Live Aid' video.
Instruments John Deacon wrote the song on the piano, even though he wasn't a piano player by standard. He used the electric piano, which was considered as an unconventional instrument during that time.
Chart performance "You're My Best Friend" performed well commercially. It reached number 7 in the UK Singles Chart and became Queen's second top 10 hit in America, reaching number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Dedication Deacon wrote the song for his wife, Veronica Tetzlaff. They have been married since January 1975, and the song serves as a special tribute to her.
Billboard Ranking "You're My Best Friend" was ranked number 31 on Billboard's "Greatest of All Time Hot 100" in 2015.
Cultural Impact The song is often played at weddings and gatherings due to its touching lyrics about friendship and love.
Music Video The video for "You're My Best Friend" was recorded at Pinewood Studios and it uses loads of visual effects, which was considered innovative during that time.
Notable Performances The song was played by Queen in every one of their live concerts from 1977 until the last tour with Freddie Mercury in 1986.
Cover versions Over the years, "You're My Best Friend" has been covered by numerous artists, including Don Williams, J.D. Souther, and Straight No Chaser.

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