We were disliked by the press in the early days because they couldn’t put their finger on us, and that was the case with Zeppelin as well. – Freddie Mercury
Back in the old days, we were often compared to Led Zeppelin. If we did something with harmony, it was the Beach Hoys. Something heavy was Led Zeppelin. – Freddie Mercury
And, we have no such thing as a budget anymore. Our manager freaks when we show him the bill. We’re lavish to the bone, but all our money goes back into the product. – Freddie Mercury
You know, I designed the Queen crest. I simply combined all the creatures that represent our star signs-and I don’t even believe in astrology. – Freddie Mercury
Years ago, I thought up the name Queen. It’s just a name. But it’s regal, obviously, and -sounds splendid. – Freddie Mercury
I have fun with my clothes onstage; it’s not a concert you’re seeing, it’s a fashion show. – Freddie Mercury
One night Roger was in a foul mood and he threw his entire bloody drumset across the stage. The thing only just missed me – I might have been killed. – Freddie Mercury
I guess I’ve always lived the glamorous life of a star. It ‘s nothing new – I used to spend down to the last dime. – Freddie Mercury
It destroys the soul to hear that you’re all hype, that you have no talent, and that your whole career has been contrived. – Freddie Mercury
