Death On Two Legs (Dedicated To...)
Queen · The Crown Jewels [1998]
You suck my blood like a leech
You break the law and you preach
Screw my brain till it hurts
You've taken all my money - and you want more
Misguided old mule
With your pigheaded rules
With your narrow-minded cronies who are fools
Of the first division
Death on two legs
You're tearing me apart
Death on two legs
You never had a heart of your own
Kill joy, bad guy
Big talking, small fry
You're just an old barrow-boy
Have you found a new toy to replace me
Can you face me
But now you can kiss my ass goodbye
Feel good, are you satisfied ?
Do you feel like suicide (I think you should)
Is your conscience all right
Does it plague you at night
Do you feel good - feel good
Aah
Talk like a big business tycoon
But you're just a hot-air balloon
So no one gives you a damn
You're just an overgrown school-boy
Let me tan your hide
A dog with disease
You're the king of the 'sleaze'
Put your money where your mouth is Mr. know all
Was the fin on your back part of the deal...(a shark!)
Death on two legs
Tearing me apart
Death on two legs
You've never had a heart of your own
(You never did, right from the start)
Insane, you should be put inside
You're a sewer-rat decaying in a cesspool of pride
Should be made unemployed
Make yourself null-and-void
Make me feel good
I feel good
Death On Two Legs (Dedicated To...)
Death On Two Legs (Dedicated To...) stands as one of Queen's most vitriolic and dramatic compositions. Written by Freddie Mercury, the track serves as a scathing critique of his former business partner, delivering a raw and aggressive performance that showcases the band's theatrical flair. The song features a distinctive piano-driven arrangement that builds into a powerful rock crescendo, highlighting Mercury's dynamic vocal range and commanding stage presence. As a key song in the band's extensive catalogue, it exemplifies their ability to blend classical influences with hard rock energy. The recording remains a staple in their live sets, celebrated for its emotional intensity and Mercury's masterful delivery. It captures a pivotal moment in the group's history, reflecting the personal tensions that often fueled their creative output during this era.

