Queen member Brian May revealed on American Idol that Freddie Mercury wrote this soulful song with Aretha Franklin in mind. It nearly reached the pop top 10 for Queen, and was revived by George Michael in a towering live performance at a tribute concert for Freddie Mercury.

Performer

Elliott Yamin - April 11, 2006

Songwriter

Freddie Mercury

Notable Recorded Versions

• Queen - #13 Pop (1977) (Listen)
• George Michael - #30 Pop (1993) (Listen)

Key Lyric Phrase

I have spent all my years in believing you
But I just can't get no relief, Lord!
Somebody, somebody
Can anybody find me somebody to love?

CD Availability

• Queen - A Day at the Races