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.
Love of My Life
Queen + Paul Rodgers Lyrics
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The machine of a dream, such a clean machine
With the pistons a pumpin', and the hubcaps all gleam
When I'm holding your wheel
All I hear is your gear
With my hand on your grease gun
Mmm, it's like a disease, son
I'm in love with my car, gotta feel for my automobile
Such a thrill when your radials squeal
Told my girl I'll have to forget her
Rather buy me a new carburetor
So she made tracks saying this is the end, now
Cars don't talk back they're just four wheeled friends now
When I'm holding your wheel
All I hear is your gear
When I'm cruisin' in overdrive
Don't have to listen to no run of the mill talk jive
I'm in love with my car (love with my car), gotta feel for my automobile
I'm in love with my car (love with my car), string back gloves in my automolove
The lyrics of "Love of My Life" by Queen + Paul Rodgers are actually a homage to a car. The singer describes their love and affection towards their automobile, describing the smoothness of the machine and the sound of the gears as they drive. The lyrics express admiration towards the sleekness and efficiency of the car, which seems to reflect how the singer feels towards their lover.
The first verse compares the car to a "machine of a dream" and admires its shiny "hubcaps" and pumping "pistons." However, it is when the singer is holding the wheel and listening to the "gear" that they feel the most in love with their car, like it's a "disease." The second verse implies that the singer's relationship with a girl has ended because he would "rather buy a new carburetor" than continue dating. However, he finds solace in the fact that his car is a loyal companion that won't "talk back."
While the song may seem like a straightforward love ballad, it's actually a tribute to drummer Roger Taylor's car. He was known for being a car enthusiast and named his car "The Deuce." The song was also featured on the 1975 album "A Night at the Opera" along with other classic Queen hits like "Bohemian Rhapsody" and "You're My Best Friend."
Line by Line Meaning
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Expressing a feeling of excitement or admiration
The machine of a dream, such a clean machine
Referring to a car, which is a symbol of perfection in his eyes
With the pistons a pumpin', and the hubcaps all gleam
Describing the visual and auditory beauty of the car
When I'm holding your wheel
Talking to the car as if it were a sentient being
All I hear is your gear
The only sound that matters to him is the gear sound of the car
With my hand on your grease gun
Ready to fix and maintain the car
Mmm, it's like a disease, son
Showing addiction towards his car
I'm in love with my car, gotta feel for my automobile
Loving and admiring his car more than anything else
Get a grip on my boy racer roll bar
Holding the car's roll bar tightly during high-speed drives
Such a thrill when your radials squeal
Getting an exciting thrill during high-speed turns and acceleration
Told my girl I'll have to forget her
Choosing his car over his girlfriend
Rather buy me a new carburetor
Preferring to spend money on the car instead of his girlfriend
So she made tracks saying this is the end, now
His girlfriend decided to leave him because of his obsession towards the car
Cars don't talk back they're just four wheeled friends now
He sees his car as a faithful friend who won't talk back unlike his girlfriend
When I'm cruisin' in overdrive
Enjoying the high-speed ride during overdrive mode
Don't have to listen to no run of the mill talk jive
Ignoring the mundane conversations around him while driving his car
I'm in love with my car (love with my car), gotta feel for my automobile
Reiterating his true love and obsession towards his car
I'm in love with my car (love with my car), string back gloves in my automolove
Wearing gloves while touching the steering wheel to show his love and respect towards his car
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Roger Meddows Taylor
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@kirmesfreaks5601
Bring him back, bring him back….because you don‘t know what it means to me 😢
How many mothers, wifes, sisters and daughters in the Ukraine pray that the beloved will come back….
Worth fighting for - listen to this incredible performance and never give up
Stay with Ukraine !
@Clapk5978
Happier times for Ukraine .May they see this happiness and peace again.
@BShelby-fy2wg
Maybe ❤
@user-eb4rz3ym2x
Збережіть Україну! Не пожалкуєте!
@terrylancey5451
This definately breathtakingly beautiful. You guys killed it! Freddie is looking on with love. Long live queen. I love you
@tooter5250
I just stumbled onto this video. OMG, it brought tears and heartbreak. My heart is with the people of Ukraine.
@brittkarinbjrke5847
Same 😪❣️
@georgerocklover3084
Fantástic Brian!!!!!
@rokalot2436
I can't believe I'm watching this knowing what is happening to Ukraine right now, my heart is broken, you are beautiful people, bless you all,❤❤❤
@user-bo8bu5jy1p
А Вы знаете об аллее ангелов... 😢