No-One But You (Only The Good Die Young)
Queen · Singles Collection Vol. 4 [2010]
An angel reaching for the sky
Is it raining in heaven -
Do you want us to cry?
And everywhere the broken-hearted
On every lonely avenue
No-one could reach them
No-one but you
One by one
Only the good die young
They're only flying too close to the sun
And life goes on -
Without you...
Another tricky situation
A get to drowin' in the blues
And I find myself thinkin'
Well - what would you do?
Yes! - it was such an operation
Forever paying every due
Hell, you made a sensation
Oh you found a way through - and
One by one
Only the good die young
They're only flyin' too close to the sun
We'll remember -
Forever...
And now the party must be over
I guess we'll never understand
The sense of your leaving
Was it the way it was planned?
And so we grace another table
And raise our glasses one more time
There's a face at the window
And I ain't never, never sayin' goodbye...
One by one
Only the good die young
They're only flyin' too close to the sun
Cryin' for nothing
Cryin' for no-one
No-one but you
No-One But You (Only The Good Die Young)
No-One But You (Only The Good Die Young) stands as a poignant late-career reflection from Queen, released posthumously in 1997. Written by lead vocalist Freddie Mercury, the track captures a tender, acoustic-driven intimacy that contrasts with the band's earlier hard rock anthems. The song serves as a heartfelt tribute to Mercury's father, exploring themes of mortality and enduring love with a gentle, melodic arrangement. It remains a significant song in the band's extensive catalogue, showcasing Mercury's ability to craft deeply personal ballads that resonate with listeners decades after his passing. The recording highlights the group's versatility, moving away from theatrical grandeur to focus on raw emotional expression and lyrical sincerity.