The single’s release coincided with Bohemian Rhapsody, sharing the same record, and unfortunately, it made its chart debut shortly after the tragic passing of Freddie Mercury. The accompanying video was shot approximately six months prior to his untimely death, offering fans of the iconic band a poignant glimpse into Mercury’s ailing health during that period.
Adding to the heartbreak, the music video for “These Are the Days of Our Lives” includes poignant moments from a live Queen performance, intertwined with recorded takes of the band. Poignantly, the chosen live performance showcased in the video was Freddie Mercury’s final time on stage.
For devoted fans of Queen, witnessing Mercury’s last two performances, both within the music video and the behind-the-scenes footage, is an emotional and somber experience. The making-of video captures tragic moments of Mercury observing his own gaunt appearance, serving as a poignant reminder of his physical decline during that time
