About the song
“Another One Bites the Dust” is a song by the British rock band Queen, released in 1980 on their album “The Game.” The song was written by bassist John Deacon and features his distinctive bass line.
“Another One Bites the Dust” is a funk-inspired rock song with a catchy groove and powerful vocals by Freddie Mercury. The lyrics depict a confrontational and assertive attitude, as the narrator warns against underestimating him. The phrase “another one bites the dust” is used metaphorically to suggest the downfall of opponents or adversaries.
With its infectious rhythm and memorable bass line, “Another One Bites the Dust” became one of Queen’s most successful songs, topping the charts in multiple countries and becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time. Its popularity has endured over the years, making it a staple of classic rock radio and a favorite among fans of the band.
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Let’s go!Steve walks warily down the streetWith the brim pulled way down lowAin’t no sound but the sound of his feetMachine guns ready to goAre you ready? HeyAre you ready for this?Are you hanging on the edge of your seat?Out of the doorway the bullets ripTo the sound of the beat, yeahAnother one bites the dustAnother one bites the dustAnd another one gone, and another one goneAnother one bites the dust (yeah)Hey, I’m gonna get you tooAnother one bites the dustHow do you think I’m going to get alongWithout you, when you’re gone?You took me for everything that I hadAnd kicked me out on my ownAre you happy, are you satisfied?How long can you stand the heat?Out of the doorway the bullets ripTo the sound of the beat, look outAnother one bites the dustAnother one bites the dustAnd another one gone, and another one goneAnother one bites the dustHey, I’m gonna get you tooAnother one bites the dustHey!Oh, take itBite the dustBite the dust, heyHeyAnother one bites the dustAnother one bites the dust, ow!Another one bites the dust, hey, heyAnother one bites the dust, heyOoh, shout!There are plenty of ways that you can hurt a manAnd bring him to the groundYou can beat him, you can cheat him, you can treat him badAnd leave him when he’s down, yeahBut I’m ready, yes I’m ready for youI’m standing on my own two feetOut of the doorway the bullets ripRepeating to the sound of the beat, oh yeahAnother one bites the dustAnother one bites the dustAnd another one gone, and another one goneAnother one bites the dust, yeahHey, I’m gonna get you tooAnother one bites the dustShoot outAy-yeahAlright