We Will Rock You

song by Queen

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"We Will Rock You" is a song by the British rock band Queen, released in 1977. It is known for its distinctive stomp-stomp-clap rhythm and anthemic chorus. The song became ubiquitous at sporting events in both Britain and the United States. It was co-written by Freddie Mercury, Queen's lead vocalist and principal songwriter, and Brian May, the band's guitarist. "We Will Rock You" is often paired with another Queen hit, "We Are the Champions," and together they are considered iconic anthems.12

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…Are the Champions” and “We Will Rock You”—which became ubiquitous anthems at sporting events in Britain and the United States. The Game (1980), featuring “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” and “Another One Bites the Dust,” was Queen’s first number one album in the United States.
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…Are the Champions” and “We Will Rock You”—which became ubiquitous anthems at sporting events in Britain and the United States. The Game (1980), featuring “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” and “Another One Bites the Dust,” was Queen’s first number one album in the United States.
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