This poignant song was a centerpiece to the album Innuendo, the final album recorded by Queen before lead vocalist Freddie Mercury's death from AIDS. The song is filled with references to a performer nearing the end of his career.
Performer
- Paris Bennett - April 11, 2006
- Carly Smithson - April 8, 2008
Songwriters
Queen
Notable Recorded Version
- Queen - #40 Rock Tracks (1992) (Listen)
- Nicole Kidman - Track from the Moulin Rouge 2 Soundtrack (2002) (Listen)
Key Lyric Phrase
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
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