[repack]: Queen - We Are The Champions -multitrack-

The song begins with a simple yet iconic piano riff played by Freddie Mercury. This piano track provides the harmonic foundation of the song.

. Hearing this track alone showcases the Broadway-esque, cabaret influence that contrasts with the rock anthem it becomes. Brian May’s Guitars Queen - We Are The Champions -Multitrack-

Freddie played the piano part, which was recorded in stereo using two microphones panned left and right. The song begins with a simple yet iconic

The band spliced this tape loop into the final mix at a very low volume, right at the moment Freddie sings "We'll keep on fighting till the end." You cannot consciously hear it in the car or on headphones, but your subconscious registers it. It primes your brain for a "sports victory." This is perhaps the most genius psychological production trick in rock history. It primes your brain for a "sports victory