Lily of the Valley

Queen

About Lily of the Valley

"Lily of the Valley" is a song by British rock band Queen. Lead singer Freddie Mercury plays the piano and provides all the vocals on the track. It was originally featured on Queen's third album, Sheer Heart Attack, released in 1974, and is one of the album's few ballads. In 1975, "Lily of the Valley" was released as the B-side of different singles in the U. K. and the United States. The U. K. single was "Now I'm Here", and the U. S. single was a reissue of "Keep Yourself Alive". For the former release the first measure of the song was excised to avoid the cross-fade with "Flick Of The Wrist", the preceding song on the parent album. On the latter release the first measure is present but the cross-fade is absent, making this version a true stand-alone mix. Further, on the U. S. single only, the song's end abuts the start of a stand-alone mix of 'God Save The Queen' from A Night At The Opera (that is, the album's cross-fade from "Bohemian Rhapsody" to "God Save The Queen" is absent). 


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2015
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I am forever searching high and low
But why does everyone tell me 'no'?
Neptune of the seas, an answer for me please
The lily of the valley doesn't know

I lie in wait with open eyes
I carry on through stormy skies
I follow every course; my kingdom for a horse
But each time I grow old
Serpent of the Nile, relieve me for a while
And cast me from your spell, and let me go

Messenger from seven seas has flown
To tell the king of Rhye he's lost his throne
Wars will never cease
Is there time enough for peace?
The lily of the valley doesn't know

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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: Freddie Mercury

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10 facts about this song

Band Origin
"Lily of the Valley" is by the British rock band, Queen. The band was formed in London in 1970 with core members Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon.
Album Facts
The song is a part of the band's third studio album, "Sheer Heart Attack", which was released in 1974. This album marked a departure from the progressive rock sound of the band's first two albums.
Song Authorship
"Lily of the Valley" was written by the band's lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. This allegorical song demonstrates Mercury's fondness for multi-tracked harmony vocals.
Music Genre
This song is mainly classified as rock, with slight elements of progressive rock. The song is noted for its ballad-like sound.
Song Duration
The original track "Lily of the Valley" is quite short, running only 1 minute and 43 seconds long. It's often considered a "miniature" masterpiece.
Album Success
Though not a single, "Lily of the Valley" contributes to the "Sheer Heart Attack" album's overall success. The album reached the number two spot on the UK Albums Chart and number 12 on the Billboard 200 in the US.
Song Relevance
"Lily of the Valley" is viewed as a continuation of Queen song "Nevermore" in terms of its theme and style, though it was written for a different album.
Reprisal of Lyrics
The lyrics "Messenger from Seven Seas has flown, to tell the king of Rhye he’s lost his throne" in the song are a callback to two previous Queen songs, "Seven Seas of Rhye" and "Great King Rat". This cross-song narrative is a characteristic of Queen's early works.
Fan Interpretation
Fans have speculated that "Lily of the Valley" is symbolic of Freddie Mercury's personal life, and his struggles with relationships and his own identity.
Live Performances
Very few live performances of "Lily of the Valley" exist, due to its short length and complex arrangement. However, the song remains a fan favorite due to its poignant lyrics and beautiful melody.

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