Body Count
Queen · Other Songs - Queen
Never dared to take a chance
Goin home alone
But it gets so fucky cold
When its late at night
Leave the foxholes on their own
Do you sleep well at night?
Body count, feeling hot
Body count, keeping warm
Friends are playing with danger
They dont know where its found
With their casual letters
Its just another chain
Youve lost the innocence
That youve never found
Standing in the dmz
Dont get turned around
(chorus)
Body count, feeling hot
Body count, vietnam
Its not the game, its a scar
And they wont let you wear your khakis
And your izods anymore
You can go get shot to hell
They dont want you anymore because
All the young kids learn to dance in the combat zone
Never dare to take a chance
Youre going home alone
Military metaphors
Are metaphors no more
Keeping up with protocol
Youre dancin off to war
(repeat chorus)
Do you sleep well at night?
Body count, vietnam
They can say what they want
But you have your doubts
Its not what youve lost
Its what your without
When I ran so far
And they just turned away
I doesnt bother me by the light of day
But at night, I hear your call
Late at night, I hear your call
I saw the mirror that you broke today
I saw the ceiling falling down your way
When they looked at you, you could turn away
You didnt bother then by the light of day, youll stay
But at night, I hear your call
Late at night, I hear your call
You said that you could turn away
I knew that you going to stay
The walls are falling all around
They pinned you down onto the ground
But at night, I hear your call
Vietnam, I hear you call
Body Count
Body Count stands as a compelling example of Queen's versatility, showcasing the band's ability to blend hard rock energy with intricate vocal harmonies. While often overshadowed by their most famous anthems, the track highlights the group's dynamic range and Freddie Mercury's commanding stage presence. The recording captures the band at a creative peak, utilizing their signature theatricality to deliver a powerful musical statement. As part of their extensive discography, the song contributes to the rich tapestry of Queen's legacy, demonstrating their enduring influence on rock music. Fans and critics alike appreciate how such tracks reveal the depth of the band's songwriting, moving beyond standard pop structures to explore more complex emotional and sonic territories within their celebrated body of work.

