74. "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen
Hey, if "Xanadu" makes it onto the list because of its sing-along high notes that no one can hit, you know "Bohemian Rhapsody" has to be included on the list too. Was there any song more fun to screech to while ripping up Arimo pavement in Old Blue?
Because this is a long song, I'm including the Peanuts video so the kids will be more likely to enjoy a full viewing of it. Hopefully, they won't understand the dark and hopeless lyrics.
I hate to say it, but this song has gotten way overplayed on classic rock radio over the years. It's sheer popularity makes me almost want to not like the song anymore, but memories of headbanging with the Arimo Mafia have cemented it into my mind as one of the great songs of my youth. Those memories are also why I really enjoyed the opening scene of the first Wayne's World movie, because we pretty much did the same thing.
I probably should place this song much, much, much higher on the list, but I wanted it next to "Xanadu" to create a double-shriek treat.
This video is one of the most covered and spoofed songs on the interwebbing. And I can't resist sharing a few of the better versions. Here's another video for the kiddies, just in case they want to hear their dad strain for the high note again.
This Star Trek version has some very well-timed and entertaining moments.
And since we're already in a Trekish mood....
Beelzebub has a devil put aside for me! For me! For meeeeeeEEEEEEEeee!
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