Queen - I Want To Break Free [Validated • 2026]

Written by bassist John Deacon, Queen’s 1984 hit "I Want to Break Free" was conceived as an anthem for liberation, featuring a distinct synth solo rather than guitar. While the drag-themed music video, parodying Coronation Street , caused a backlash that hindered US success, the song became a global anthem for freedom. For more details, visit Smooth Radio .