The Show Must Go On

Queen · Icon [2013]

Empty spaces - what are we living for

Abandoned places - I guess we know the score

On and on

Does anybody know what we are looking for



Another hero another mindless crime

Behind the curtain in the pantomime

Hold the line

Does anybody want to take it anymore



The show must go on

The show must go on

Inside my heart is breaking

My make-up may be flaking

But my smile still stays on



Whatever happens I'll leave it all to chance

Another heartache another failed romance

On and on

Does anybody know what we are living for

I guess I'm learning

I must be warmer now

I'll soon be turning round the corner now

Outside the dawn is breaking

But inside in the dark I'm aching to be free



The show must go on

The show must go on - yeah

Ooh inside my heart is breaking

My make-up may be flaking

But my smile still stays on



Yeah, oh oh oh



My soul is painted like the wings of butterflies

Fairy tales of yesterday will grow but never die

I can fly - my friends



The show must go on - yeah

The show must go on

I'll face it with a grin

I'm never giving in

On with the show



I'll top the bill

I'll overkill

I have to find the will to carry on

On with the

On with the show



The show must go on, go on, go on, go on, ...

The Show Must Go On

Freddie Mercury's final studio recording, 'The Show Must Go On,' stands as a monumental anthem of resilience and theatrical flair. Originally released on the 1987 album *The Works*, the track was later re-recorded in 2013 for the *Icon* compilation, marking a significant moment in the band's legacy. The song's narrative follows a rock star facing terminal illness, yet choosing to perform one last time with his bandmates. Its driving rhythm and soaring vocals encapsulate the spirit of the rock genre while transcending it to become a universal symbol of perseverance. The recording remains a staple of Queen's discography, celebrated for its emotional depth and enduring impact on popular music history.