We Will Rock You
Queen · 101 Rock Hits [2013]
We Will Rock You
Words and music by Brian May
Buddy you're a boy make a big noise
Playin' in the street gonna be a big man some day
You got mud on yo' face
You big disgrace
Kickin' your can all over the place
Singin'
'We will we will rock you
We will we will rock you'
Buddy you're a young man hard man
Shoutin' in the street gonna take on the world some day
You got blood on yo' face
You big disgrace
Wavin' your banner all over the place
'We will we will rock you'
Singin'
'We will we will rock you'
Buddy you're an old man poor man
Pleadin' with your eyes gonna make you some peace some
day
You got mud on your face
You big disgrace
Somebody better put you back into your place
'We will we will rock you'
Singin'
'We will we will rock you'
Come on
'We will we will rock you'
'We will we will rock you'
Alright
Words and music by Brian May
Buddy you're a boy make a big noise
Playin' in the street gonna be a big man some day
You got mud on yo' face
You big disgrace
Kickin' your can all over the place
Singin'
'We will we will rock you
We will we will rock you'
Buddy you're a young man hard man
Shoutin' in the street gonna take on the world some day
You got blood on yo' face
You big disgrace
Wavin' your banner all over the place
'We will we will rock you'
Singin'
'We will we will rock you'
Buddy you're an old man poor man
Pleadin' with your eyes gonna make you some peace some
day
You got mud on your face
You big disgrace
Somebody better put you back into your place
'We will we will rock you'
Singin'
'We will we will rock you'
Come on
'We will we will rock you'
'We will we will rock you'
Alright
We Will Rock You
Released in 1977, We Will Rock You stands as one of Queen's most iconic anthems, instantly recognizable by its stomping and clapping rhythm. Written by Brian May, the track was designed to engage live audiences before the band launched into a more melodic number. Its percussive drive and powerful vocal delivery cemented its status as a staple of stadium rock. The song remains a defining moment in the band's discography, showcasing their ability to create massive, communal experiences through simple yet effective musical arrangements. It continues to resonate globally, frequently featured in sports events and celebrations, securing its place as a timeless classic in rock history.