By January of 2005, Roger Taylor admitted to German television that they would be touring Europe in the spring and summer of that year, under the name of "Queen + Paul Rodgers". The full line up included original "Queen" members May (guitar, vocals) and Taylor (drums, vocals) as well as former "The Pretenders" and "Brian May Band" member Jamie Moses (guitar, vocals), former "Blue Oyster Cult" bassist Danny Miranda (bass, vocals), Queen's 1986 tour keyboard player Spike Edney (keyboards, vocals) and Paul Rodgers (vocals, occasional guitar). Over the course of 2005, the band played in over a dozen European countries as well as the Aruba Festival, 4 dates in Japan, 2 shows in the U.S.A., and 1 show in South Africa The band embarked upon a large scale tour of Northern America during Spring 2006, hitting 22 venues in the U.S.A. and 2 in Canada.
Some controversy was caused within the "Queen" fan base over the use of the name. There was concern over the fact that Queen's legendary front man, Freddie Mercury, was seemingly being replaced. However, each band member has said this is not the case: Rodgers could never replace Freddie Mercury but brought his own talents to the band. Furthermore, the fact that retired former "Queen" bassist John Deacon was also missing caused some discontent. Yet despite this, by and large "Queen" fans were won over by the band's blues-tinted renditions of "Queen" classics. Additionally, Paul Rodgers' fans were happy with the inclusion of several Free and Bad Company anthems on the set list, providing super-powered versions of tunes such as "All Right Now" and "Can't Get Enough".
After the end of the Return of the Champions Tour, the band set out to and completed their first and heretofore only album The Cosmos Rocks which debuted to warm reviews by fans in September 2008. Consequently the band toured again in late 2008 throughout Europe, Asia, and South America to promote the album. The Rock the Cosmos Tour in all was seen by nearly 1 million people in almost two dozen nations. The tour was highlighted by its first performance, recorded for DVD and CD, where the band played before over 350,000 fans in Freedom Square, Kharkiv, Ukraine. Said show was in fact put together at the last moment to benefit HIV/AIDS awareness.
On 14th May 2009, Paul Rodgers announced that his collaboration with the surviving active members of "Queen" was at and end, and that the "Queen + Paul Rodgers" project was being placed on indefinite hiatus. While, the band members did not rule out working together again, each sought to pursue solo projects, or in the case of Paul Rodgers, a reunion with Bad Company. The band has not gotten back together since, but Rodgers has stated that he's open to the idea of doing more, specially for charity.
All Right Now
Queen + Paul Rodgers Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Wow
I gotta little story I wanna tell you now, listen up
Ah, there she stood in the street, yeah
Smiling from her head to her feet
I said a hey, what is this, now baby, now
I said a hey, what's your name baby
Maybe we can see things the same
Now don't you wait, oh, hesitate
Let's move before they raise the parking rate, oh give it to me baby
All right now, wow
Baby it's a all right now, you're making me feel alright
All right now, wooh
Baby it's a all right now
Now wait a minute, let me say, I got a little more, wow, yeah
I took her home to my place
Watching every move on her face
She said look, what's your game
Are you trying to put me in shame
I said slow baby, don't go so fast
Don't you think that love can last
She said love, Lord above
Now you're trying to trick me in love
All right now, give it to me
Baby it's a all right now
I'm not talking 'bout tomorrow
All right now, wooh
Baby it's a all right now
Oh, look out baby, baby
Wow
Uh, huh
Oh, here comes Danny boy
Give it to me, give it to me, give it to me, give it to me
Yeah
Hey
Wow
Yeah
Come on
Oh, I feel it now
Takin' me higher
Oh, you got the rhythm
Takin' me higher
Take the people higher, oh
Alright
Look out people, here comes the chorus now
All right now
Baby it's a all right now, I'm talking 'bout right now
All right now
Baby it's a all right now
Beautiful people, it's all yours
(Audience: All right now) wooooh
Audience: Baby it's a all right now
(Audience: All right now) yes it is
(Audience: Baby it's a all right now) you're makin' me, makin' me, makin'
(Audience: All right now) wow
(Audience: Baby it's a all right now) it's a beautiful thing, yeah
Audience: All right now
(Audience: Baby it's a all right now)
(All right now) ma, ma, ma, ma, ma, ma, ma, ma
(Baby it's a all right now) oh yeah
(All right now)
(Baby it's a all right now)
(All right now) I'm singing yeah, we're so happy together
(Baby it's all right now) we can't be beat, 'cos it's alright
(All right now) and a yeah, yeah, we're so good for each other
(Baby it's all right now) everyday the sun is shining so bright
(All right now) alright, it's alright, it's alright, it's alright
(Baby it's all right now) baby it's alright
(All right now) alright, it's alright, it's alright, it's alright
Baby it's a
Ohhh, oohhh
Baby it's all right now
You know, you know, you know, you know it's all right
Paul: Oh, God bless you, you sing good Sheffield, oh yeah
"All Right Now" is a 1970s rock classic that is associated with both Queen and Paul Rodgers, who performed the song together in 2005. The song tells a story of how love can come together quickly and unexpectedly, as the lead singer meets a girl on the street and takes her home. It is a fun and energetic song that has become a classic rock anthem.
The song begins with an iconic guitar riff that sets the tone for the rest of the track. The song has a strong beat and catchy lyrics that encourage the crowd to sing along. The lyrics tell the story of a man who meets a girl on the street and takes a chance on love. Though the girl is initially hesitant, the couple falls in love and the man declares that "it's all right now."
One interesting fact about the song is that it was originally recorded by Free, a British rock band that formed in the late 60s. The song was written by Paul Rodgers and Andy Fraser and released as a single in 1970. It was a huge success, becoming one of the best-selling singles of the year. Another interesting fact is that the song has been covered by many artists over the years, including Rod Stewart and Ozzy Osbourne.
Line by Line Meaning
Ah, there she stood in the street, yeah
A woman stood in the street, smiling from head to toe
Smiling from her head to her feet
The woman had a full face smile
I said a hey, what is this, now baby, now
The singer was surprised by the sight of the woman
Maybe she's in need of a kiss, uh huh
The singer thought that the woman might want a kiss
I said a hey, what's your name baby
The singer asked the woman for her name
Maybe we can see things the same
The singer suggested that they might have similar interests
Now don't you wait, oh, hesitate
The singer told the woman not to hesitate
Let's move before they raise the parking rate, oh give it to me baby
The singer suggested that they should leave before the parking rate was increased
All right now, wow
The singer expressed excitement and approval
Baby it's a all right now, you're making me feel alright
The singer was feeling good and praising the woman
Now wait a minute, let me say, I got a little more, wow, yeah
The singer had more to say but wanted to pause for effect
I took her home to my place
The singer invited the woman to his home
Watching every move on her face
The singer was observing the woman's facial expressions
She said look, what's your game
The woman wanted to know the singer's intentions
Are you trying to put me in shame
The woman suspected that the singer had bad intentions
I said slow baby, don't go so fast
The singer asked the woman to slow down
Don't you think that love can last
The singer believed in the longevity of love
She said love, Lord above
The woman quoted a common expression
Now you're trying to trick me in love
The woman felt deceived by the singer
All right now, give it to me
The singer expressed enthusiasm
Beautiful people, it's all yours
The singer addressed the audience
Oh, God bless you, you sing good Sheffield, oh yeah
Paul Rodgers thanked the audience and complimented them on their singing
Contributed by Lauren J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Rob Walton
How? How does he still sing that in the same key as he did all those years ago? Because Paul Rodgers is a TRUE LEGEND!!!
Brad Clemons
@Mr. 1000 he is referring to when he originally sang this song with Free.
Mustang Sally
@John Woodsrd lmao
John Woodsrd
Because Paul Rodgers is a rock God I saw him at the Albany Oregon airport with Bad Company oh no I'm sorry that was 38 Special never mind
Mustang Sally
@Nygel Miller and yeah, I feel pretty damn blessed having the chance to meet and spend time with The Voice. Still blows my mind.
Mustang Sally
@Nygel Miller seems this guy's from Free do get around lol. Yeah,I had a ball with Paul R. The guys a sweetheart. I swear my brother was looking pretty happy watching me and Paul flirting up a storm with each other, it was all in good natured fun but I get the idea that my brother was hoping me and Paul would fall in love an get married. Lmao. I guess I can't blame him, that would make Paul Rodgers his brother iaw. Lol. And yeah I remember Paul Kossoff. That was to bad.
Gary longden
May is an outstanding guitarist, he handles the solo faithfully, with respect and without undue fussy embellishment. an absolute joy
Mathijs Van Gestel
Same notes but with the May sound. That overtones are just magic
artmv11
Brilliant player, for sure....with totally unique tone.
Rick Stamler
I was thinking the exact same thing. He showed it respect which I in turn respect. Good stuff.