Queen's iconic 1975 hit, "Bohemian Rhapsody," has once again been crowned the greatest song of the 70s, 80s, and 90s by listeners of Greatest Hits Radio. This marks the seventh consecutive year that the track has topped the station's annual Top 500 countdown. (radiotoday.co.uk)
The countdown, which concluded on October 31, 2025, saw over 21,000 votes cast by listeners. The number one spot was announced during Simon Mayo's Drivetime show. In response to the continued recognition, Queen's guitarist Brian May expressed gratitude to fans, emphasizing that such support is never taken for granted. Drummer Roger Taylor echoed this sentiment, expressing delight that the song continues to resonate with audiences. (radiotoday.co.uk)
This year's Top 500 chart featured 84 new entries, with notable movements including Black Sabbath's "Paranoid" entering at 182, following the death of Ozzy Osbourne. Oasis also saw significant climbs, with "Don't Look Back In Anger" rising 410 places and "Champagne Supernova" up 114 spots. Artists like David Bowie, Earth, Wind & Fire, and U2 each added three new songs to the list compared to the previous year. (radiotoday.co.uk)
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of "Bohemian Rhapsody," Greatest Hits Radio is set to air a special documentary titled "The Story of Bohemian Rhapsody" on Sunday, November 2, at 4 pm. Narrated by Claire Sturgess, the program will feature exclusive interviews with Brian May and Roger Taylor, offering insights into the song's enduring legacy. (radiotoday.co.uk)
"Bohemian Rhapsody" has a storied history, having topped the UK Singles Chart for nine weeks upon its initial release and achieving the Christmas number one spot. It has sold over six million copies worldwide and, as of September 2025, remains the most-streamed song from the 20th century, with more than 2.8 billion plays on Spotify alone. (en.wikipedia.org)
The song's continued dominance in listener polls and its enduring popularity underscore its status as a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences across generations.