Invisible Man

Queen

About Invisible Man

"The Invisible Man" is a song by the British rock band Queen, written by drummer Roger Taylor but credited to Queen. The song is sung mostly by Freddie Mercury, with vocal contributions from Taylor. Originally released on the album The Miracle, it was released as a single in 1989. Taylor claims that he got the inspiration to create the song while reading a book, and the bassline instantly came to his imagination. This song marks the only time in any of Queen's songs that all four band members names are mentioned in the lyrics. Mercury's name is announced by Taylor, and the other three by Mercury. 


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1989
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I'm the invisible man
I'm the invisible man
Incredible how you can
See right through me

Freddie Mercury
When you hear a sound
That you just can't place
Feel somethin' move
That you just can't trace
When something sits
On the end of your bed
Don't turn around
When you hear me tread

I'm the invisible man
I'm the invisible man
Incredible how you can
See right through me
I'm the invisible man
I'm the invisible man
It's criminal how I can
See right through you

John Deacon
And I'm in your room
And I'm in your bed
And I'm in your life
And I'm in your head
Like C.I.A.
Or the F.B.I.
You'll never get close
Never take me alive

I'm the invisible man
I'm the invisible man
Incredible how you can
See right through me
I'm the invisible man
I'm the invisible man
It's criminal how I can
See right through you
Hah, hah, hah, hello
Hah, hah, hah, o.k.
Hah, hah, hah, hello-hello-hello-hello
Never had a real good friend - not a boy or girl
No-one knows what I've been through - let my flag unfurl
So I make my mark from the edge of the world
From the edge of the world
From the edge of the world

Brian May - Brian May

Now I'm on your track
And I'm in your mind
And I'm on your back
But don't look behind
I'm your meanest thought
I'm your darkest fear
But I'll never get caught
You can't shake me, shake me dear

I'm the invisible man
I'm the invisible man
Incredible how you can
See right through me
Watch me now
I'm the invisible man
I'm the invisible man
It's criminal how I can
See right through you
Look at me, look at me
R-R-R-R-Roger Taylor
Shake me, shake me, shake me dear
Sh-shake
Shake
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Queen

Queen are a British rock band formed in London in 1971, originally consisting of the late Freddie Mercury (lead vocals, piano), Brian May (guitar, vocals), John Deacon (bass guitar), and Roger Taylor (drums, vocals). Queen's earliest works were influenced by progressive rock, but the band gradually ventured into more conventional and radio-friendly works, incorporating more diverse and innovative styles in their music. After the late and great Freddie Mercury died, Queen continued to tour with multiple acts including Paul Rodgers, and currently, Adam Lambert. more »

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Written by: BRIAN MAY, FREDDIE MERCURY, JOHN DEACON, ROGER TAYLOR

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24 facts about this song

Group Origin
"Invisible Man" is a song by the British rock band, Queen, which was formed in London in 1970.
Album Details
The song is from their 13th studio album named "The Miracle", released in 1989.
Song's Authorship
Originally, the song "Invisible Man" was credited to all four members of the band, but later it was revealed that it was largely the work of drummer Roger Taylor.
Song Theme
The song's lyrics are about a man who is unseen and unheard by everyone, thus an 'invisible man.'
Music Video
The music video for "Invisible Man" directed by Rudi Dolezal and Hannes Rossacher, was the first of their videos to be filmed at Metropolis Studios, in London.
Chart Ranking
"Invisible Man" peaked at number 12 on the UK Singles Chart, making it a modest hit for the band in their home country.
Special Appearance
An interesting point in the music video is the special appearance of the band members' children who can be seen dancing and mimicking their fathers.
Unique Instrumentation
The song is known for its complex instrumentation, which includes a synthesizer, a drum machine, a guitar played with delay, and vocal harmonies.
Song's Game Debut
The song also made its debut in the 1998 PlayStation videogame 'Queen: The eYe'.
Song Interpretation
Though the song can be interpreted in many ways, most fans believe it's about feeling ignored or unseen by society.
International Performance
Despite being a moderate hit in the UK, the song failed to make a significant impact on the US charts, indicating the band's waning popularity in the States at the time.
Audio Effects
The song is also notable for its extensive use of audio panning - a technique that gives the perception of sound moving from one speaker to another in stereo recordings, making it unique in the Queen discography.
Band Contribution
"Invisible Man" is a song by the British rock band, Queen, which comprises Freddie Mercury, Brian May, John Deacon, and Roger Taylor.
Album Inclusion
The song was included in the band's 13th studio album, "The Miracle," which was released in 1989.
Song Writer
The track was written by the band's drummer, Roger Taylor.
Chart Performance
Upon release, "Invisible Man" peaked at number 12 on the UK Singles Chart and also reached the Top 30 in several other countries.
Unique Feature
It is the first track on a Queen album to list the entire band as the lead vocalist.
Innovative Music Video
The music video for the song, directed by Rudi Dolezal and Hannes Rossacher, was one of the first to be created using Chroma key technology to superimpose the band on top of the footage.
Videogame Appearance
In 2009, the song was featured in the video game "Guitar Hero: Van Halen."
B-Side Track
The B-side of the single is a track called "Hijack My Heart," which was also written by Taylor.
Influences
According to drummer Roger Taylor, the song was influenced by the funk and dance-pop styles that were popular during its recording.
Notable Lyrics
The lyrics of the song narrate the story of a mischievous creature who can't be seen, making him the "invisible man".
Derived Content
In 2019, a special edition of the "The Miracle" album was released, featuring a reinterpretation of "Invisible Man" by Taylor's own band, The Cross.
Success in US
Although the song did not chart in the US, it remains one of Queen’s most well-loved songs from their later period.

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