Lily of the Valley
Queen
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I am forever searching high and low But why does everyone tell me 'no'? Neptune of the seas, an answer for me please The lily of the valley doesn't know I lie in wait with open eyes I carry on through stormy skies I follow every course, my kingdom for a horse But each time I grow old Serpent of the Nile, relieve me for a while And cast me from your spell, and let me go Messenger from seven seas has flown To tell the king of Rhye he's lost his throne Wars will never cease Is there time enough for peace? The lily of the valley doesn't know
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Written by: Freddie Mercury
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10 facts about this song
Band Origin"Lily of the Valley" is by the British rock band, Queen. The band was formed in London in 1970 with core members Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon.
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Album FactsThe song is a part of the band's third studio album, "Sheer Heart Attack", which was released in 1974. This album marked a departure from the progressive rock sound of the band's first two albums.
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Song Authorship"Lily of the Valley" was written by the band's lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. This allegorical song demonstrates Mercury's fondness for multi-tracked harmony vocals.
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Music GenreThis song is mainly classified as rock, with slight elements of progressive rock. The song is noted for its ballad-like sound.
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Song DurationThe original track "Lily of the Valley" is quite short, running only 1 minute and 43 seconds long. It's often considered a "miniature" masterpiece.
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Album SuccessThough not a single, "Lily of the Valley" contributes to the "Sheer Heart Attack" album's overall success. The album reached the number two spot on the UK Albums Chart and number 12 on the Billboard 200 in the US.
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Song Relevance"Lily of the Valley" is viewed as a continuation of Queen song "Nevermore" in terms of its theme and style, though it was written for a different album.
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Reprisal of LyricsThe lyrics "Messenger from Seven Seas has flown, to tell the king of Rhye he’s lost his throne" in the song are a callback to two previous Queen songs, "Seven Seas of Rhye" and "Great King Rat". This cross-song narrative is a characteristic of Queen's early works.
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Fan InterpretationFans have speculated that "Lily of the Valley" is symbolic of Freddie Mercury's personal life, and his struggles with relationships and his own identity.
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Live PerformancesVery few live performances of "Lily of the Valley" exist, due to its short length and complex arrangement. However, the song remains a fan favorite due to its poignant lyrics and beautiful melody.
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