FIRST TIME HEARING Queen - Another One Bites the Dust REACTION

[@kimd.9070]

This track inspired MJ to write the Thriller album. MJ was a Freddie Mercury fan.

[@StevenQ74]

There's a whole story on Freddie being in the studio with Michael to record a song together but Freddie quit when Michael brought a lama and a chimp into the studio.

[@jonasrmb01]

@@StevenQ74 idk if that's true from what i know they just didn't have time to finish the songs(they were working on 3 songs) because their schedules didn't line up and they were on different continents state of shock which was released with mick jagger was originally a freddie & mj demo that you can find on youtube the 2nd song was is this the world we created(yt duet version is better than the official version) and the 3rd one was called victory and remains unreleased to this day

[@FURTHER_ADO]

So, MJ wasn't inspired to write Thriller from this but Quincy Jones did use it as a template for 2 bass lines on the album. That's like saying MJ was inspired to write Thriller after hearing Man-eater bc Jones basically ripped off that bassline for Beat it.

[@seansersmylie]

The bassist wrote this song, they all had a hand in writing hits.

[@chrisboatner622]

Mö. M .

[@harrymcdonnell8327]

Don’t underestimate John deacon 😎🎸

[@calebgeater4817]

John Deacon was the least rated member of Queen but he was still great

[@jennifertaylor6197]

John Deacon was inspired to write this base line by "Good Times" by the Disco group Chic who he hung out with in their studio. Freddie was a great fan of Disco but Roger and Brian weren't. It's true MJ encouraged them to release it as a single. Roger Taylor said it would never make it, but it became Queen's biggest hit!. Roger admitted that MJ was right!

[@LinkRocks]

And the original idea of the song was about cowboys. I'd love to hear that version, but as far as I know it never went beyond the idea stage.

[@josiepkat]

OMG THANK YOU for saying that. I have been freaking thinking "good times" every time I hear the guitar riff on this - and no one came out and said that. I am not crazy! It's not to say Queen stole - but there's a little nod to that song in the riff - and I KNEW IT. I can stop letting that gnaw at me when I hear this song now. LOL.

[@marciebulsaraorcutt]

GUYS, This song is even BETTER LIVE. One of the BEST versions is the performance at: MONTREAL in 1981

[@bbbfst]

Wembley '86. Montreal crowd was a bunch of slugs that didn't even react at Freddie's constant urgings to sing.

[@luiseliendo2007]

Not really.

[@sandrabutler8483]

Written by John Deacon, and they didn't want too release it as a single, it was on the album, but then Michael Jackson suggested it as a single, so you're sort of right, however the live version at Queen concert Wembley 1986 is fun, I think it was the Saturday concert

[@jennhurl]

Correct! Rico forgot the word "single". He caught the word when he mentioned that it turned out to be their best selling "single" (7 million, I think) - but missed it on the MJ fun fact. 🤷🏼‍♀️ Thanks so much commenting to clarify! 🎵✌️

[@davidbrannon2627]

The guitarist is Brian May and is someone that you cannot image. He made this guitar , when he was 17 with his father , using only materials from his surroundings. Oh, BTW ......he has a P.H.D. in astrophysics and is a genius. Crazy huh?

[@lindarogers2271]

Yes, the guitarist is Brian May , but this song is more bass guitar . John Deacon is the bass player and writer of the song . Their first # 1 and I think only # 1 hit in USA 🇺🇸.

[@dougpoe4775]

I love Queen, bought this album (The Game) in 1980 and wore it out. The whole album is just Fire. The Game and Dragon attack are great songs. As always, Thanks for the memories. 👍

[@eloisapompa5048]

Thank you guys for reacting to this. This was played at last call in every night club in California and Mexico! I went to a lot of clubs and the dance floor was always packed when this song came on. It was so much fun. Miss those times.

[@sherribrock2726]

The bass player is John Deacon who also wrote this song. You can tell when John writes a song. It will have great bass line!!

[@alisonrandall3039]

He also plays the Rhythm guitar on the track as well.

[@paigegee5921]

Absolute LEGENDS....my older brother was a huge fan so he definitely schooled my sister and I on Queen and the magical genius that is Freddie Mercury!!!

[@Anx34500]

We are Champions. Who wants to live forever It’s a kind of magic. Flash Gordon. Song from movie Are great queen songs. . Gordon’s alive was one greatest line in movie history as kid and need bigger boat 🚤

[@ceceliacross5953]

One of my favorite songs!!! I was 15 years old when this came out and still today it’s one of my favorites! Love, love Queen!!!!!

[@imweakfordeaky]

*FUN FACT* - Despite what this Official Video shows, in the studio recording of this song, it was actually JOHN playing the funky strumming guitar parts on a Fender Telecaster guitar, as well as the bass parts on a Music Man Stingray bass. Brian’s only contribution to the recording was the “weird noises” in the middle section, using the unique properties of his Red Special guitar fed through an Eventide Harmonizer effect rack.

[@alistairmcdougall8390]

The Bass on this track is the driving force on this record 👌

[@61rudster]

I was lucky enough to say I saw queen 6 times back in the late 70s early 80s. Was and will always be one of my favorite bands. Great reaction I’m glad you like queen Freddie Mercury as much as I did when they were still around and hot. It’s nice to see that talent and song writing lives on and it’s timeless. Keep up the good work!

[@MrWhoevr]

Another One Bites the Dust was more popular in the 70s than Bohemian Rhapsody. I’m in Love With My Car is another great Queen song.

[@fridaylong2812]

The song was written by bassist John Deacon of course. It was their biggest hit I believe.

[@loveym8879]

Love your reactions to Queen. please react to in the lap of the Gods, revisited live 1975 Hammersmith. Some Queen videos like this one are classic so they have to be seen first but most songs are way better live. Freddie especially was mesmerizing live.

[@XxThePhantomFreezexX]

Lap of the Gods revisited live 1986 to me is betta especially addin it to tha 3 song medley w/ Seven Seas of Rye & Tear It up

[@tylerhackner9731]

What a classic!

[@DanielC19745]

You guys should know by now to check out any queen songs live before the studio versions, there is a great version of this song from Montreal where Freddie is strutting his stuff in just a pair of tight shorts no top or shoes on . your reactions to queen are great though and always bring a smile to both your faces.

[@jennhurl]

Hey Daniel!! You're right, this really was a great reaction. They were both full on cheese smiling. I agree Queen is fantastic Live but the two best concert versions, Wembley and Montreal, are faster than the original version. It's also very difficult to hear the lyrics in both because there are so many shots of Freddie from behind or from the side. Everyone has heard the hook, but to get the feel of the single & hear the lyrics I think this was the way to go for a first run. I don't know about you, but I can never get too much Queen. 🔥👑 I would definitely be up to watching a Live performance reaction of this iconic song at a later date! 🎵✌️

[@DanielC19745]

@@jennhurl I agree with all of that, however I do like the live version of this song I think it’s more edgy than the studio version, and FM is just mesmerising live. Have a great day Jennifer whatever part of the world you are based.

[@beandean23]

I like the live versions too. But for anyone listening to any Queen song for the first time, I suggest listening to the album version to see what the song is suppose to sound like, then find the live version.

[@aliciahines6388]

I like how you make an effort to learn about the song and artist. Makes a big difference, at least for me. I love these videos and enjoy them so much more when the time is taken to learn a little bit about the history behind the songs.

[@christophersmith2793]

Michael Jackson was a Queen fan and would often attend a Queen concert, Michael Jackson and Freddie Mercury sang a couple of songs together, check them out!

[@mickykarl3342]

"Who wants to live forever" or Freddie last ever music video "these are the days of our lives" where he pretty much said goodbye to his fans when he say "I still love you"

[@leniedegoeij6558]

Michael and his brothers went to a lot, and i do mean a lot of concerts of other artists. He knew them all personally and learned a lot of different ways of singing but also performing.

[@jeffm3160]

Micheal Jackson inspired Queen to release this song as a single they were not going too until Micheal told them it would be a huge hit. Micheal and Freddie were friends and worked on songs together.

[@clarenceflam]

It is heavily influenced by Chic. I know a lot of people are convinced that the bass line is a remix from Good Times. Certainly was an influence as John Deacon the Queens bassist who wrote this was hanging out a lot with Chic doing this period. Another good song that was also on this album and is Bass heavy is Dragon Attack written by Brian May. On this song every band member is on fire with each instrument taking centre stage. If you do try that track out, listen to the album track version, then check out their live version, if you do it that order I promise you will not be disappointed - Bring on that funky music!!!!

[@parkviewmo]

Finally, John Deacon's mega hit! The Black NYC radio stations made it a hit, playing it over and over. The hadn't heard of Queen or Freddie, they just knew it was a great song!

[@rugby342]

This song was used in an Aiwa audio commercial back in the early 80's and it showed a dude jammin to "Another One Bites the Dust" and as the camera panned out you see the dude driving a hearst, leading a funeral procession.

[@kellycrook543]

Great song and reaction. Queen is my favorite band. You should react to this song, live at wembley 1986. Nothing beats live queen!

[@jenniferfoster1692]

I was in junior high when this came out...it was just massive. Played a lot on R&B/soul stations who would never play any other Queen songs. Iconic song

[@jamiemacdonald436]

Great MJ reference. I never really picked up on that, and I definitely agree.

[@angelado3]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 I am with you guys, I love a lot of bass, always have- 😀

[@lynnybu4442]

I had this 45 and the b side was a song I have NEVER seen anyone react to "Don't Try Suicide" is my favorite Queen song!

[@TheWilsontm]

I had this 45 also and probably played dont try suicide as much as another one bites the dust. I also wore out I’m in love with my car, great b side track of Bohemian Rhapsody. Love, love , love Queen! There is NO ONE like Freddie ! You’re reaction are awesome, love the Rod bits of info you share and the big smile on both of you when you hit a great song! Thank you!🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@ffjsb]

I remember when this came out, the R&B stations played it too, and most Black people at the time had no idea that Queen was an all White band...

[@kevinpoulton4786]

All 4 wrote top ten hits (which is very rare), but you can tell most of the time which member inspired which song , heavy Bass / funk = Deacon, Heavy Drums = Taylor etc etc.

[@aloukatos]

Great sport anthem when your team beats their rival team. You have to do I Will Rock You next then We are the Champions ! It's so good because it's a mix of rock , soul, r and B !

[@kierstenridgway4634]

😆😆😆 wow! I can't believe I've thought about playing this song at my funeral! It's going on my funeral playlist. ✌️

[@keetahbrough]

i first heard this song in the 70's, I was really young. But I loved the song and the Pepsi platform shoes that went with the song...lol...

[@GilesMcRiker]

Michael was definitely influenced by Freddie's vocal style and live performances, and the band's particular sound at the time, as expressed in their 1980 album The Game, from whence the single originates. The band were still very ambitious and creative at the time and were always pushing themselves and each other to continue to write music that was not only creative, but also distinctly different from their previous music. To produce the album, Queen worked with a younger German producer named Mack, who oversaw the band's first use of electronic synthesizers (whose absence until then was something the band had boasted about on the liner notes of each album). Anyways, as always there was internal tension in the band over some of the songs especially by Rodger who did not like Another One Bites the Dust because he considered it to be too much of a "dance" song, which he didn't care for. Michael Jackson's 1979 album off the wall was very popular but definitely a dance pop album. However his 1972 magnum opus, the Michael Jordan/ Wayne Gretzky= Tom Brady /album × 10, Thriller, the greatest selling album of all time, went beyond merely the dance pop genre, including rock , funk/rock, which Queen really leaned into for their next album 1982 Hot Space, which Michael has named as an influence for Thriller. Despite this prestige, the album was divisive among the Queen fan base (to this day), and was also one of the reasons why the band faded Into Obscurity in the American Music Scene, and only occasionally capturing public attention such as during Live Aid. Michael was a generational talent. He was influenced by many great performers, eg James Brown, Stevie Wonder etc and often found a way to incorporate some of their elements and give it his own creative twist. Interestingly, according to his formal executive assistant, P Freestone, one of the albums he recalls Freddie listening to a lot was an album by the producer of Thriller, Quincy Jones called The Dude, which came out at around the same time.

[@kJ922-h3j]

Michael Jackson’s Thriller album came out two years after this song came out, I think he was definitely influenced a bit

[@teensymom1420]

I love this one! I don't think you have checked out George Michael's live performance of Queen's "Somebody To Love" at the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert yet. Everybody who was anybody was at this concert. Elton John, David Bowie, Annie Lennox, Def Leppard, Guns N Roses, etc. and George blew everybody away. 72,000 tickets sold out three hours after they went on sale. If you haven't reacted to this yet, why are you denying yourself the pleasure of hearing it? George was nervous to do the song because it was not only his favorite Queen song, it was Freddie's favorite Queen song. The concert was to raise money for AIDS research which was how Freddie died. George had just learned his partner, Anselmo Feleppa, had tested positive for the AIDS virus. Sadly he would die one year after this concert. George said he knew he had to two things with his performance, honor his friend and idol Freddie and pray for Anselmo. Seriously it is an amazing and inspired performance. Do yourself a favor and check it out!

[@shellymarquez9320]

My cousin and his bride walked back down the aisle to this song right after they got married!🤣🤣🤣

[@paigemimms4343]

Also, thank you for reviewing their live performance. There are very few bands/artists who can perform BETTER than the studio version. Queen set the bar on this. Extraordinary artists.

[@cocopuff7038]

Nice I remember this song this Song put Queen reconized in the Black Comminity they played this song over an over in black radio stations

[@johna2082]

Beautiful 😍 you called it. He and mj are from another planet. So cool. Ty for doing this.

[@melissakozusko9244]

One of my favorites from Queen. Nice one!

[@paigemimms4343]

Love that you two are reviewing this. Please, please review more Queen. Let’s keep Freddie alive. Queen’s music is as broad as it is deep and we love it ALL.

[@cjdesign5700]

Queen has many anthem's...Another one bites the Dust ...We are the Champions. MJ and Freddy were showmen that respected each other.

[@tommullenix9493]

Next Queen boss. “I want it all “ yet another banger 🔥🔥

[@mori1bund]

4:53 - but this was before MJ's breakthrough with 'Thriller'. According to MJ himself 'Thriller' was influenced by Queen in their funk phase. Queen's funk phase on the other hand was influenced by Chic, a group pioneering Disco in the 70s. Queen bassist John Deacon used to hang out with them.

[@MrWhoevr]

I liked him with the Jackson 5.

[@nathanclarke2777]

I was playing Peewee football when this song came out! This became one of the songs we'd play to get hyped up! Damn it is so good!

[@artdogg50]

Well this would soon become a song you could hear at any sporting event, especially when the home team was about to win. Home crowds go crazy when it comes on.

[@chrissneyd9278]

Vintage Queen hit. Well constructed song especially though headphones. Great reaction

[@lindsaycrellin4588]

Great reaction ❤️ a couple of suggestions for more Queen x Liar from The Rainbow 1974 Tie Your Mother Down from Montreal 1981 Rock & Roll Medley from London 1977 x

[@zuzauramek9850]

That song wrote John Deacon the bass guitar. The Queen is the only ( I think) band where they ALL wrote nr 1 songs. The band is 2 Halls of fame. As the band and as writers of hr 1 songs.

[@neilhalley8897]

Another great song from the legend.

[@otisroseboro5613]

This Was The Only Song My Late Dad Loved Of Queen

[@EVERLYNFRIENDS]

Ahhh the memories......thank you

[@garethdavies8004]

Hammer to Fall. I can only only recommend, Queen at their peak was great, to this day they are just FIRE, but 1980's Queen were what I grew up with and Hammer to Fall was always my favourite.

[@sueosborne533]

Try Dragon Attack. Written by Brian May lead guitarist. One of my favorites but not well known. The studio version has a bass solo then drum solo then guitar solo. But the live in Montreal is also amazing because Queen hits different live. I saw them twice in 1980 The Game tour and 1982 Hot Space tour. Sadly they never came back and toured the US after that.

[@crazydaveyg]

FINALLY 🎉🎉🎉

[@davidmacfarlane1763]

Funny you should mention MJ .... I believe he heard this and said they needed to release it as a single. HE was a huge Queen fan. I mean Fan boi fan, not listens to a few songs fan,

[@peterpeterpumkineater5182]

I'm a huge fan of queen have been since the 80s. i was thinking of playing this at my funeral. lol

[@bluebell3720]

One of Johns Their second US no 1 off the game album 1980

[@teszik]

You should listen to Queen perform "Get down make love" LIVE , the special sounds of the gitars in that performance are amazing!

[@karenj3611]

Hard to watch Queen without smiling.

[@alonzocoyethea6148]

Yo, Reckless--I remember many NBA arena playing this one after every home team playoff win in the 90's. The LP this song's from, "The Game", is a baz-azz recording all the way thru. Goooood choice!!

[@willfromyadkinville]

this song was everywhere!

[@LinkRocks]

This song propelled Queen in the US. At the time it was the only country they hadn't conquered. I like that y'all are reacting to Queen again. Please do more.

[@artdogg50]

Pretty interesting. I love hearing fun facts for this incredible band.

[@Rockintheparadise997]

Ha Ha! I remember buying this single on a 45RPM disc. I still have it and it sounds great on vinly.

[@astonsfan]

"The Prophet's Song" by Queen....... is bad ass.

[@kevinhennessy1615]

Another Classic Track From The Legends QUEEN - RIP Freddy Mercury 🙏😥.

[@Jojo-fy2ud]

how many times can you say "you know what I'm saying" in one minute. I love Queen.

[@karenj3611]

Haha, I counted 14!

[@geraldbarras7785]

I have watched 6 of your Queen reactions today. I catch you guys every few weeks, sometimes for hours to catch up more. Hope you read this, really want you to check out "One Vision". It goes in another direction in my opinion but has so many cool aspects in the song. I love to listen to this song cranked to the max. Try it and you'll see why. Great reactions guys, keep it coming

[@allandalegibson1194]

Check out Freddie Mercury and Michael Jackson singing Freddie's song, "There must be more to Life Than This." Great song with an amazing back story.

[@normalasamsudin1891]

The base is fire because the basis wrote this song. Nice reaction.

[@davidhirst23]

Love young people loving music in my era I can tell you love any music good on you by the way I’m from the uk 🇬🇧👍

[@debramoore7513]

First verse - Inspired by the Valentines Massacre 🩸🩸 Second verse - Another lover bites the dust or takes advantage 💔 Third verse - You can hurt a man treat him bad, but he still stands ❤️‍🩹

[@brookehornback1896]

Cool fact about MJ I didn't know that.

[@dangleebitz2590]

I think "We know what you're saying" 🤣🤣🤣

[@connie77]

Lol. This was my daughter’s favorite song when she was 2. Lol

[@antoinettelopes]

Michael and Freddie were supposed to release a duet but then didn't. MJ ended up doing a song, maybe the same one not sure, with Mick Jagger. "State of Shock".

[@LetItBeSummer-1]

I heard this song was inspired by the story of gangsters during the Bootlegging era. A bunch of them got killed by rivals - Lined them up in a row before shooting them!

[@barbarabisson2551]

Now that you mention it, it definitely sounds like a MJackson vibe.

[@Sassypaws4927]

It was only Michael Jackson but not the rest of the brothers. Michael was a big fan of Queen. He went to many Queen concerts and always came backstage to talk with them after the show. Michael and Freddie were good friends and even tried to record some songs together (but they both had busy schedules). They actually did record a duet called "There Must Be More To Life Than This" but I don't believe that it was ever officially released to the public. You can hear it at kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpzGlYagadZ1jbc

[@dianemaestas3814]

Crazy little thing called love by queen would be a good song to react to

[@jon-pauldupont5746]

Most underrated bass line

[@eddiebruce8944]

Another one rides the bus? com'on man lets go!!

[@LMTino]

Bass lines by John Deacon deserve to be turned up a notch. If you've never heard COOL CAT (Queen lyric video) go for it. If you want to put on your dance shoes, BACK CHAT. Some fans don't favor HOT SPACE album, but it has grown in appreciation with time.

[@deericcio3379]

There is no fan like a Queen fan !

[@krylesangerbeaver]

I have never seen Crys move her head yet when listening to songs. If she didn't bop to this song, you with a robot my man :P (just playing Crys, don't worry about it!)

[@flibber123]

Weird Al Yankovic did a parody "Another one rides the bus" which is great, worth checking out.

[@lornaclayton2697]

Song written by bassist John Deacon.

[@ursulabklyn_mia6148]

Definite roller rink beat.

[@ashleydixon4613]

I feel like I should be back at the skating rink in the early ‘80s every time I hear this song.

[@kevinlawes591]

Bangers in the background lol good product placement 😆😆

[@lisaargyrou1488]

Wow 🥰 loved it 😍 thanks liked already subscribed 😁❤️ Freddie Mercury ❤️

[@OfficialLifeWithRecklezz]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@jacqueline4514]

YES!! You’re playing Queen’s DISCO song!!!! 🔥🔥🔥. Now please react to the Rolling Stones’s disco song “Miss You” 🤗

[@barrysiewert7386]

Great input, another song with a driving beat you might want to check out is Dragon Attack in Montreal.

[@Jay-D92]

Honestly you really need to react to Queen's "I'm In Love With My Car" from their Montreal 1981 concert

[@justingutube]

how you two don't get up and start grooving is besides me...heyyyyy roller skate lol

[@powoodworker1751]

When the Jackson's tell you it's a hit, listen.