Death On Two Legs (Dedicated To...)

Queen · The Crown Jewels [1998]

Aah

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.