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Box of Tricks

Queen · 1992

127 min · 27 tracks · hard rock

A vibrant collection of Queen's eclectic hits, blending theatrical rock with poignant ballads and anthemic choruses.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Bohemian Rhapsody Start here — This iconic track exemplifies Queen's innovative approach to rock music, merging operatic elements with hard rock to create a timeless anthem.
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    I Want to Break Free — With its memorable synth riff and themes of liberation, this song became an anthem for personal freedom, reflecting societal changes of the era.
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    The Show Must Go On — This powerful ballad showcases Freddie Mercury's vocal prowess and resilience, symbolizing the band's determination to continue despite personal struggles.
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    Radio Ga Ga — A commentary on media and nostalgia, this track combines catchy hooks with a reflective narrative about the power of radio in popular culture.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration with peaks
  • eclectic anthems for celebrations
  • cathartic sing-along moments
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • late-night revelry with friends

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer concise standalone tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — A retrospective compilation that showcases Queen's diverse range without being a major entry point.
Themes
Freddie Mercury's legacy· operatic rock anthems· gender role defiance
Career context
Released in 1992, Box of Tricks captures Queen at a time when they were transitioning into the post-Freddie Mercury era. This compilation follows their acclaimed albums like A Kind of Magic and The Miracle, showcasing both classic tracks and later hits as the band navigated a changing music landscape after Mercury’s declining health.

Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 Bohemian Rhapsody Start here 5:59
  • 2 Radio Ga Ga 6:53
  • 3 Machines (Back to Humans) (instrumental) 5:08
  • 4 I Want to Break Free 7:19
  • 5 It’s a Hard Life 5:06
  • 6 Hammer to Fall 5:23
  • 7 Man on the Prowl 6:04
  • 8 A Kind of Magic 6:26
  • 9 Pain Is So Close to Pleasure 6:02
  • 10 Breakthru 5:45
  • 11 The Invisible Man 5:31
  • 12 The Show Must Go On 4:35

Disc 2

  • 1 Procession 1:11
  • 2 Now I’m Here 4:56
  • 3 Ogre Battle 5:30
  • 4 White Queen (As It Began) 5:37
  • 5 In the Lap of the Gods 3:18
  • 6 Killer Queen 1:24
  • 7 March of the Black Queen 1:35
  • 8 Bring Back That Leroy Brown 1:47
  • 9 Father to Son 5:55
  • 10 Keep Yourself Alive 2:24
  • 11 Liar 8:39
  • 12 Son and Daughter 3:42
  • 13 Stone Cold Crazy 2:39
  • 14 In the Lap of the Gods… Revisited 4:09
  • 15 Jailhouse Rock 4:08

What to play next

The 12" Collection
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The 12" Collection

1992

Continues the eclectic mix with extended versions and remixes of familiar tracks.
Innuendo
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Innuendo

1991

Leads into 'Box of Tricks' with its blend of rock and theatrical elements.
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