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The Crown Jewels

Queen · 1998

325 min · 90 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · pop rock

An expansive collection showcasing Queen's eclecticism from hard rock anthems to intricate ballads.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic journey with varied peaks spontaneous sing-along moments for nostalgic evenings
Context
Released in 1998, 'The Crown Jewels' serves as a comprehensive retrospective of Queen's groundbreaking career up until that point. By this time, Queen had transitioned from their early experimental days to become one of the most popular bands in rock history, celebrated for their theatrical performances and innovative sound. This box set came after the band's resurgence following Freddie Mercury's passing in 1991, highlighting their enduring legacy.
If you like
hard rock, heavy metal, pop rock

The Crown Jewels is an album by Queen, released in 1998. An expansive collection showcasing Queen's eclecticism from hard rock anthems to intricate ballads. This collection consolidates essential tracks across Queen's discography, offering fans a deep dive into their artistic evolution. Notably, it features classic hits like 'Bohemian Rhapsody' and 'We Will Rock You,' which are staples in rock music and have influenced countless artists. The release also received positive critical reception for its curation and packaging, further cementing Queen's status as rock legends. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Crown Jewels sound like?

An expansive collection showcasing Queen's eclecticism from hard rock anthems to intricate ballads. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.

What makes The Crown Jewels by Queen notable?

This collection consolidates essential tracks across Queen's discography, offering fans a deep dive into their artistic evolution. Notably, it features classic hits like 'Bohemian Rhapsody' and 'We Will Rock You,' which are staples in rock music and have influenced countless artists. The release also received positive critical reception for its curation and packaging, further cementing Queen's status as rock legends. Released in 1998, 'The Crown Jewels' serves as a comprehensive retrospective of Queen's groundbreaking career up until that point. By this time, Queen had transitioned from their early experimental days to become one of the most popular bands in rock history, celebrated for their theatrical performances and innovative sound. This box set came after the band's resurgence following Freddie Mercury's passing in 1991, highlighting their enduring legacy.

Who is The Crown Jewels for?

The Crown Jewels works well if you're into dynamic journey with varied peaks, spontaneous sing-along moments and for nostalgic evenings.

How many songs are on The Crown Jewels?

The Crown Jewels has 90 tracks, running approximately 325 minutes.

Tracklist

90 tracks·325:54

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Keep Yourself Alive 3:47
  • 2 Doing All Right 4:09
  • 3 Great King 5:43
  • 4 My Fairy King 4:08
  • 5 Liar 6:25
  • 6 The Night Comes Down 4:23
  • 7 Modern Times Rock ’n’ Roll 1:48
  • 8 Son & Daughter 3:21
  • 9 Jesus 3:44
  • 10 Seven Seas of Rhye 1:15

Disc 2

  • 1 Procession 1:13
  • 2 Father to Son 6:14
  • 3 White Queen (As It Began) 4:35
  • 4 Some Day One Day 4:22
  • 5 The Loser in the End 4:02
  • 6 Ogre Battle 4:07
  • 7 The Fairy Feller’s Master Stroke 2:41
  • 8 Nevermore 1:18
  • 9 The March of the Black Queen 6:33
  • 10 Funny How Love Is 2:50
  • 11 Seven Seas of Rhye 2:49

Disc 3

  • 1 Brighton Rock 5:10
  • 2 Killer Queen 3:00
  • 3 Tenement Funster 2:47
  • 4 Flick of the Wrist 3:17
  • 5 Lily of the Valley 1:44
  • 6 Now I’m Here 4:14
  • 7 In the Lap of the Gods 3:22
  • 8 Stone Cold Crazy 2:16
  • 9 Dear Friends 1:08
  • 10 Misfire 1:50
  • 11 Bring Back That Leroy Brown 2:15
  • 12 She Makes Me (Stormtrooper in Stilettoes) 4:09
  • 13 In the Lap of the Gods... Revisited 3:45

Disc 4

  • 1 Death on Two Legs (Dedicated to…) 3:43
  • 2 Lazing on a Sunday Afternoon 1:07
  • 3 I’m In Love With My Car 3:04
  • 4 You’re My Best Friend 2:51
  • 5 ’39 3:30
  • 6 Sweet Lady 4:02
  • 7 Seaside Rendezvous 2:15
  • 8 The Prophet’s Song 8:19
  • 9 Love of My Life 3:38
  • 10 Good Company 3:23
  • 11 Bohemian Rhapsody Standout 5:53
  • 12 God Save the Queen 1:13

Disc 5

  • 1 Tie Your Mother Down 4:49
  • 2 You Take My Breath Away 5:08
  • 3 Long Away 3:33
  • 4 Millionaire Waltz 4:55
  • 5 You and I 3:27
  • 6 Somebody to Love Standout 4:57
  • 7 White Man 4:59
  • 8 Good Old‐Fashioned Lover Boy 2:54
  • 9 Drowse 3:45
  • 10 Teo Torriatte (Let Us Cling Together) 5:53

Disc 6

  • 1 We Will Rock You Standout 2:02
  • 2 We Are the Champions 3:02
  • 3 Sheer Heart Attack 3:27
  • 4 All Dead, All Dead 3:10
  • 5 Spread Your Wings 4:35
  • 6 Fight From the Inside 3:04
  • 7 Get Down, Make Love 3:51
  • 8 Sleeping on the Sidewalk 3:07
  • 9 Who Needs You 3:06
  • 10 It’s Late 6:26
  • 11 My Melancholy Blues 3:26

Disc 7

  • 1 Mustapha 3:01
  • 2 Fat Bottomed Girls 4:17
  • 3 Jealousy 3:13
  • 4 Bicycle Race 3:03
  • 5 If You Can’t Beat Them 4:15
  • 6 Let Me Entertain You 3:02
  • 7 Dead on Time 3:23
  • 8 In Only Seven Days 2:29
  • 9 Dreamers Ball 3:30
  • 10 Fun It 3:29
  • 11 Leaving Home Ain’t Easy 3:15
  • 12 Don’t Stop Me Now 3:29
  • 13 More of That Jazz 4:15

Disc 8

  • 1 Play the Game 3:32
  • 2 Dragon Attack 4:18
  • 3 Another One Bites the Dust 3:37
  • 4 Need Your Loving Tonight 2:49
  • 5 Crazy Little Thing Called Love 2:44
  • 6 Rock It (Prime Jive) 4:32
  • 7 Don’t Try Suicide 3:52
  • 8 Sail Away Sweet Sister 3:32
  • 9 Coming Soon 2:50
  • 10 Save Me 3:48

Release Date

January 1, 1998

Genre

hard rock, heavy metal, pop rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

325 min 54 sec