Queen

The Works

RELEASED: February 27, 1984
TYPE: FULL LENGTH

Track Listing

1. Radio Ga Ga Meaning 5:49 2. Tear It Up 3:28 3. It’s a Hard Life Meaning 4:08 4. Man on the Prowl 3:28 5. Machines (or ‘Back to Humans’) 5:10 6. I Want to Break Free Meaning 3:20 7. Keep Passing the Open Windows 5:22 8. Hammer to Fall Meaning 4:28 9. Is This the World We Created...? Meaning 2:13

Historical Archive

The Works is the eleventh studio album by the British rock band Queen, released in 1984. It marked a significant return to the band's rock roots after the experimental approach of their previous album, The Game. The album features a blend of rock anthems and ballads, showcasing Freddie Mercury's flamboyant vocal style and Brian May's distinctive guitar work. Key tracks include 'Radio Ga Ga,' 'I Want to Break Free,' and 'Hammer to Fall,' which have become staples in Queen's catalogue. The album's themes revolve around freedom and resilience, reflecting the band's enduring legacy in the rock music landscape.