I like people to go away from a Queen show feeling fully entertained. I think Queen songs are pure escapism, like going to see a good film.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Mercury wants audiences to feel entertained, calling Queen songs pure escapism like a good film.
- In plain terms
- He aims to provide entertainment and escape through music.
- What can you take from it?
- Entertainment should offer a clear escape from reality.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you want art to do?
- Is escapism a valid goal?
Another view
It prioritizes escape over deeper emotional engagement.
More from Freddie Mercury
The concept of Queen is to be regal and majestic. Glamour is part of us, and we want to be dandy.
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