63 Bohemian Rhapsody Quotes: From the 2018 Biopic on Freddie Mercury’s Life

"Bohemian Rhapsody" is a biographical musical drama focusing on the life of Freddie Mercury, the lead singer of the British rock band Queen.

Like the band, the 2018 film, which follows the story of Mercury and the band, became an instant hit. Its success is attributed to the film's in-depth perception and enthralling celebration of the band "Queen" as its lead singer Freddie Mercury defies stereotypes and convention to become one of history's most beloved entertainers.

The film features some incredibly catchy one-liners by Rami Malek, who plays Mercury. Below are some fantastic quotes from the cast of "Bohemian Rhapsody" that made the film worthwhile and a must-watch.

Freddie Mercury's quote: "We're family. We believe in each other. That's everything." | Image: Amodays

Bohemian Rhapsody Quotes From Freddie Mercury

"I'm not the leader of the band, I'm only the lead singer." — Freddie Mercury

"We're family. We believe in each other. That's everything." — Freddie Mercury

"It's a rock and roll record...with the scale of opera...the pathos of Greek tragedy...the wit of Shakespeare...the unbridled joy of musical theater." — Freddie Mercury

"Roger, there's only room in this band for one hysterical queen." — Freddie Mercury

[Quoting Zoroaster] "Good thoughts, good words, good deeds." Just like you taught me, papa." — Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury's quote: "When I know they're listening, when I know I really have them, I couldn't sing off-key if I tried." | Image: Amodays

"We'll mix genres, we'll cross boundaries...we'll speak in bloody tongues if we want to. There's no musical ghetto that can contain us. Nobody knows what Queen means because it doesn't mean one thing." — Freddie Mercury

"When I know they're listening, when I know I really have them, I couldn't sing off-key if I tried." — Freddie Mercury

"What's it gonna take for you all to forgive me?" — Freddie Mercury

"They say money can't buy happiness, darlings! But it does allow you to give it away!" —Freddie Mercury

Roger Taylor's quote: "You're a legend, Fred." | Image: Amodays

"We're all legends. [pause] But you're right. I am a legend." — Freddie Mercury

“Formulas are a complete and utter waste of time.” — Freddie Mercury

"You're a legend, Fred. — Roger Taylor

Bohemian Rhapsody Quotes from Dialogues With Brian May

"It's America. They're Puritans in public, perverts in private." — Brian May

"I enjoyed the show. I also, I write songs." — Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury with his quote: "I'm not going to be their victim." | Source: Amodays

"Well, you're five minutes too late." — Roger Taylor

"Our lead singer just quit." — Brian May

"Well, then, you'll need someone new." — Freddie Mercury

"Any ideas?" — Brian May

"What about me?" — Freddie Mercury

Brian May with his quote: "Our lead singer just quit." | Source: Amodays

"Errr...not with those teeth, mate." — Roger Taylor

[Roger picks up the coffee machine and almost throws it; in unison] "Not the coffee machine!" — Brian May & John Deacon

[Freddie enters wearing an extravagant outfit] "That's a nice fancy dress, Fred." — Brian May

"I've got to make an impression, darling! — Freddie Mercury

"You look like an angry lizard!" — Brian May

Brian May with his quote: "That's a nice dress, Fred." | Source: Amodays

"I want to give the audience a song they can perform. [Starts to do two stomps, then a clap. Roger and John join in, followed by their wives, continuing the 'stomp-stomp-clap' that beats for "We Will Rock You."] — Brian May

"What is the lyric?" — Freddie Mercury

"Bohemian..." — Ray Foster

"Rhapsody. It's poetic." — Brian May

"What on earth is it about? Scaramouche? Galileo? Beelzebub? And that Ismallah business? — Ray Foster

Brian May with his quote: "You look like an angry lizard." | Source: Amodays

"Bismillah." — Freddie Mercury

"They just need a bit of time." — Jim Beach

"What if I don't have time?" — Freddie Mercury

"Let's go and punch a hole in the roof of Wembley Stadium." — Freddie Mercury

"Actually, Wembley Stadium doesn't have a roof." — Brian May

Freddie Mercury with his quote: "Let's go and punch a hole in the roof of Wembley Stadium." | Source: Amodays

"Then we'll punch a hole in the sky." — Freddie Mercury

Bohemian Rhapsody Quotes from Dialogues With Mary Austin, Paul Prenter, And Other Characters

"How many more "Galileo"'s do you want?" — Roger Taylor

"So, the new name is Queen?" — Mary Austin

"As in Her Royal Highness, and because it's outrageous, and I can't think of anyone more outrageous than me!" — Freddie Mercury

"[to Freddie] I love the way you move on stage. The whole room belongs to you. Don't you see what you can be?" — Mary Austin

Mary Austin with her quote: "[To Freddie] I love the way you move on stage. The whole room belongs to you. Don't you see what you can be?" | Source: Amodays

"What do you want from me, Freddie?" — Mary Austin

"Almost everything." — Freddie Mercury

[after finding out Mary is pregnant]

"I'm happy for you, Mary. Truly, I am. It's just...I'm frightened." — Freddie Mercury

"You've got families, children, wives. What have I got? — Freddie Mercury

"Freddie, you don't need to be. Because no matter what, you are loved. By me, Brian, Roger, your family. It's enough. And these people...they don't care about you. Paul doesn't care about you. You don't belong here, Freddie. Come home." — Mary Austin

Freddie Mercury with his quote: "You've got families, children, wives. What have I got?" | Source: Amodays

"You've got $4 million. Perhaps you can buy yourself a family." — John Deacon

[calling Paul on the telephone]

"Paul." — Freddie Mercury

"Freddie?" — Paul Prenter

"Sweetheart, I want to throw a party." — Freddie Mercury

"Okay, who do you want to invite?" — Paul Prenter

Freddie Mercury with his quote: "Sweetheart, I want to throw a party." | Source: Amodays

"People! I want you to shake the freak tree and invite anyone who plops to the ground! Dwarfs and giants, magicians, Zulu tribesmen. contortionists, fire eaters, and priests. We're going to need to confess." — Freddie Mercury

"So now the family name is not good enough for you." — Bomi Bulsara

"I've changed it legally. No going back.” — Freddie Mercury

"So, tell me. What makes Queen any different from all of the other wannabe rockstars I meet?" — John Reid

John Reid with his quote: "What makes Queen any different from all of the other wannabe rockstars I meet?" | Source: Amodays

"Mark these words. If they're not careful, by the end of the year, no one will know the name "Queen". — Ray Foster

"I like you too, Freddie. Come and find me when you decide to like yourself." -— Jim Hutton

[Finds Jim again] "Do you have any idea how many Jim Huttons there are in London?" — Freddie Mercury

"I didn't want to make it too easy for you." — Jim Hutton

"All your friends have left you alone." — Jim Hutton

Jim Hutton with his quote: "I like you too, Freddie. Come and find me when you decide to like yourself." | Source: Amodays

"They're not my friends. Not really. Just distraction." — Freddie Mercury

"From what?" — Jim Hutton

"The in-between moments, I suppose. I find them intolerable. All of the darkness you thought you left behind comes creeping back in." — Freddie Mercury

"SO LONG, AND GOOD-BYE!" [crowd cheers wildly] WE LOVE YOU!" — Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury with his quote: "SO LONG AND GOOD-BYE! WE LOVE YOU!" | Source: Amodays

One of the reasons "Bohemian Rhapsody" became a cult classic despite being relatively new is how quotable it is. Rami Malek's stellar performance alongside Lucy Boynton, Ben Hardy, Aidan Gillen, and Mike Myers made the film the hit it is today.

The show provides a peek into the lives of the band that stole many a heart with their performances and the challenges they had to deal with, including woefully incorrect music executives.

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