Hammer to Fall
Queen
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Yeah Here we stand or here we fall History won't care at all Make the bed, light the light Lady Mercy won't be home tonight You don't waste no time at all Don't hear the bell but you answer the call It comes to you as to us all Yeah, we're just waiting for the hammer to fall, yeah Oh every night, and every day A little piece of you is falling away But lift your face the Western way Build your muscles as your body decays, yeah Tow the line and play their game Yeah, let the anesthetic cover it all 'Til one day they call your name You know it's time for the hammer to fall Rich or poor or famous For your truth it's all the same (Oh no, oh no) Oh, lock your door but rain is pouring Through your window pane (Oh no) Hey yeah, baby, now your struggle's all in vain, yeah For who grew up tall and proud In the shadow of the Mushroom Cloud Convinced our voices can't be heard We just wanna scream it louder and louder and louder What the hell are we fighting for? Ah, just surrender and it won't hurt at all You just got time to say your prayers Yeah, while you're waiting for the hammer to, hammer to fall Hey, yes Let's get on the floor, yeah Hammer You know Hammer to fall Yeah Hey, woo hoo Ha ha, ha ha I've been waiting for the hammer to fall Give it to me one more time
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Written by: Brian May
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12 facts about this song
Band Member Contribution"Hammer to Fall" is a song written by Brian May, the guitarist of the band Queen.
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Album DetailsThe song was included in the band's eleventh studio album, "The Works," released in 1984.
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Song SubjectDespite its upbeat tempo, the song carries a rather heavy theme, dealing with the fear and anticipation of nuclear annihilation during the Cold War.
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Live Performances"Hammer to Fall" was performed at every Queen concert from 1984 until the end of the band's touring career in 1986. It was also played by Brian May and Roger Taylor (of Queen) at the closing ceremony of the 2012 summer Olympics in London.
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Band LineupThe band members performing in this song included Freddie Mercury (lead vocals), Brian May (guitar, backing vocals), John Deacon (bass guitar), and Roger Taylor (drums, backing vocals).
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Live Aid ConcertThis song gained wider recognition when played during the historic Live Aid concert in 1985. The abridged version of the song, as part of Queen's 20-minute set, is regarded as one of the greatest live performances in the history of rock music.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Hammer to Fall" features a mock live performance of the song by Queen. This was shot at Brussels during the band's "The Works Tour."
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Chart SuccessUpon its release, "Hammer to Fall" reached number 13 in the UK charts.
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Song LengthThe original version of this song on "The Works" album was 5:12 (minutes and seconds) long. However, the single edit of "Hammer to Fall" released was 3:40 (minutes and seconds).
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Soundtrack AppearanceThe song was used in the soundtrack of the 2018 biographical film about Freddie Mercury, "Bohemian Rhapsody."
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Experimental LayeringIn line with Queen's signature style of sound layering, Brian May used a guitar equipped with a delay effect for the song, creating an interplay between his and Mercury's singing.
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Song TitleThe title "Hammer to Fall" is a metaphor to imply "waiting for the other shoe to drop." It represents impending doom or the inevitability of a negative occurrence.
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