Another One Bites the Dust

Queen · 1980

13 min · 3 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · pop rock

A funky, bass-driven anthem that melds disco rhythms with rock bravado and Freddie Mercury's commanding vocals.

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Another One Bites the Dust is a single by Queen, released in 1980. A funky, bass-driven anthem that melds disco rhythms with rock bravado and Freddie Mercury's commanding vocals. This track became one of Queen's most commercially successful songs, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. Its innovative blend of rock and disco also played a significant role in influencing the emerging funk-rock genre and helped bridge gaps between different musical styles during the late '70s and early '80s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Another One Bites the Dust sound like?

A funky, bass-driven anthem that melds disco rhythms with rock bravado and Freddie Mercury's commanding vocals. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.

What makes Another One Bites the Dust by Queen notable?

This track became one of Queen's most commercially successful songs, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. Its innovative blend of rock and disco also played a significant role in influencing the emerging funk-rock genre and helped bridge gaps between different musical styles during the late '70s and early '80s. By 1980, Queen was transitioning into a new phase of their career, moving beyond their earlier art rock roots. 'Another One Bites the Dust' followed the commercially successful album 'The Game' and marked a strategic pivot towards a more dance-oriented sound, showcasing their ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes.

How many songs are on Another One Bites the Dust?

Another One Bites the Dust has 3 tracks, running approximately 13 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·13:32

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Another One Bites the Dust (new LP version) Standout 4:23
2 Another One Bites the Dust (Team 1 Black Rock Star Main Pass mix) Standout 4:50
3 Another One Bites the Dust (Team 1 Black Rock Star radio edit) Standout 4:19