Back Chat is a song by Queen. It was written by John Deacon for the band's 1982 album Hot Space. It was also released as a single with Staying Power on the B-side.
History[]
Composition[]
Back Chat is the track most influenced by black music on the 1982 Queen album Hot Space. Deacon (who differed from his bandmates, in that he was the only one raised on soul instead of rock and roll) had chosen a no-compromise method of eliminating any rock elements from his songs for Hot Space. This act of defiance caused friction amongst fellow band members, particularly Brian May, who fought to retain some Queen sensibilities in their funk diversions. The band finally decided to include a guitar solo on "Back Chat" after heated debate. It reached #40 on the UK singles chart. The track would be performed on the Hot Space tour at a faster tempo, with a more rock-orientated arrangement. "Back Chat", the title, is an English idiom equivalent to the American phrase "back talk" (a phrase that is actually mentioned in the song), referring to an argument between two people.
Personnel[]
John Deacon: Bass, keyboards, rhythm guitars, and guitar solo
- Freddie Mercury : Vocals, keyboards
- Roger Taylor : Drums
- Brian May: Lead guitar
Gallery[]
Main article: Back Chat/Gallery
