Mustapha
Queen
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Written by: Freddie Mercury
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15 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Mustapha" is a song by the British rock band Queen, which is categorized under the genres of Rock and Progressive Rock.
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Album RecognitionThe song is from the band's 1978 album "Jazz."
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Lead Vocalist Fact"Mustapha" was predominantly written and sung by Freddie Mercury, the band's flamboyant lead.
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Language DiversityThe song is unique due to its mixture of English and Arabic lyrics. Other languages like Persian and possibly Turkish can potentially be heard in some sections of the song.
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Song IntroductionThe song starts off with acapella singing by Mercury, showcasing his versatile vocal range.
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Live Performance FeatureDuring live performances, only the first verse was sung, with the studio track being played afterwards.
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ControversyThe song generated some controversy due to the perceived exoticism and stereotyping in the lyrics.
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Song ThemeThe song presents a mixture of Middle-Eastern sounds and rock elements, reflecting Queen's versatility and willingness to experiment with different genres.
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Song Structure"Mustapha" has a complex structure with multiple key changes and goes back and forth between different thematic sections.
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Freddie Mercury's Writing InfluenceThe song is one of several songs written by Mercury about fictional characters, in this case, a man named Mustapha.
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Infrequent Performance detailThe song was not a staple of Queen's live performances. It was played most completely at early dates of the band's 1979 European Jazz Tour and regularly on the first leg of 1980's The Game Tour.
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Record SalesWhile "Mustapha" was not released as a single and thus did not chart, the album "Jazz" it's from went triple platinum in the US.
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B-side factDespite its not being released as a single, in some countries "Mustapha" was placed on the B-side of the single "Bicycle Race".
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Instrumental CompositionThe song features Roger Taylor on the drums, Brian May on the electric guitar, John Deacon on the bass guitar, and Freddie Mercury on the lead vocals and piano. It's an example of the classic Queen lineup at their prime.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists from around the world have covered "Mustapha," showcasing its universal appeal and influence.
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