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Literally, his life in his own words. So, I was a little bummed out about that read: a lot. And to be honest, the book does get repetitive at times read: frequently. You're reading Freddie Mercury's words. All of these are what he himself has said. Now, you may ask 'but Alexxy, isn't that what an autobiography is supposed to be?
To which I answer, 'Yes. But Freddie never wrote an autobiography, did he? Considering it's all the things Freddie has talked about there are obviously limitations. But the fact that these are his very own words makes it very unique. I had a giddy and excited feeling throughout the whole book, you know?
It just made me feel good , idek There were also parts where I almost cried. Apparently, Freddie talked a lot about dying young and stuff like that. Seriously, every time I read something like I don't think the band will ever break up.
So many friends have it. Some have died, others won't last much longer. I'm terrified that I'll be next. I teared up every. On a lighter note, while I'm here lamenting the death of the great Freddie Mercury, he's out there in hell at his own request , having fun with all the fun people down there, not giving a damn, so maybe I should move on too?
I don't know how they will remember me. I haven't thought about that -dead and gone. No, I haven't thought about it. I don't really think, 'My God! When I'm dead are they going to remember me? When I'm dead, who cares?
I don't! The movie did Freddie so dirty, just saying. First published January 1st, , this book on Freddie Mercury sounded pretty amazing. As I read through it, enjoying hearing about his life in his own words, it eventually did become repetitive. Without any middle men just pi First published January 1st, , this book on Freddie Mercury sounded pretty amazing. Without any middle men just piecing together his interviews. Some people have the opinion that there's nothing personal inside this book.
They are both right and wrong. If you want to read this because you're looking for details of his private life: you won't really find it. He doesn't really elaborate about the relationships he's had. You won't find much detail about his private life. And yet This book contains his words.
His views. He is open but he's himself. So it feels really personal none the less. I would Some people have the opinion that there's nothing personal inside this book. I would never believe that a book would contain his actual words if it was filled with details of his sexlife or his private life. Freddie Mercury was frank and flippant but he was private. He gives his honest opinions and it's a true insight into his mind, his heart, his soul.
I have loved this book and I will read it more than once. I believe that a true Freddie Mercury-fan will love this book. The only thing missing - for me - is that you don't know when he said certain things. The book gives no references, only at the end a summary is given. Maybe the book wouldn't be as fluent if they had to put references by each paragraph. They probably had their reasons but I missed it. Still: 5 stars because this book delivered exactly what I wanted: true words of a true legend.
Insights into the mystery that will never be solved. A disjointed read that repeats itself Wasn't too impressed with this. Wasnt that enjoyable to read, given the chapters were made up of different conversations had throughout the 70s and 80s. Nothing new really, and repeated itself quite often. View all 3 comments. Dec 13, Hannah Klawes rated it liked it.
I waffled between giving this a three or a four. Most of these interviews I had seen or listened to and it was jarring to see them cut up. I think that taking quotes out of context garbled the meaning of what he was saying a lot of the times. When it was, what questions were asked, who was interviewing, what else he was talking abou I waffled between giving this a three or a four.
When it was, what questions were asked, who was interviewing, what else he was talking about in the interview, tone of voice, and gestures are all important factors to interpreting his words. There were, however, some interviews that were new to me that were interesting. Also, putting all of his words on a page really makes you realize how intelligent and articulate of a person he was. I think the concept and organization of this project warranted some more thought, but ultimately it was an interesting read.
I have become fascinated with Freddie Mercury since falling in love with the film Bohemian Rhapsody. I really enjoyed this book because I could hear Freddie in my mind speaking - it truly is written i his own words. Although at times, some of the excerpts from interviews felt a bit redundant, you could get a sense of exactly what Freddie was feeling at the time he was speaking.
He runs through just about every emotion - happiness, gratefulness, sadness, loneliness Jun 06, Sarah Fuller rated it it was amazing. Freddie in his own words. What could be a better biography than that? I love all the insights and contradictions of himself Freddie expounded upon.
All the insights and details of his thought process. He talked so much about how important Queen was to him on so many differing levels throughout his career.
And it seems to always come down to how important music was for him. And my favorite book too. Freddie Mercury was the most interesting and charming performer I had the bad luck to not see -I was a child when he died-.
I think this kind of memoir is much, much better than reading a whole "he was born xxx, he went to xxx school" It is true that sometimes it seemed contradictory since quotes are all over the place, one is from his beginning and other is from years later and of course he changed his mind but the essence is still there. I adore this book. Some songs I didn't know and had to watch it on YT and to see him on stage or just listening to his wonderful voice, ahh, made me so sad : I don't think only fans of Queen or Freddie should read this There are many quotes I would love to share, but honestly, all things he said was quotable.
This book was a bit emotional for me to read. To read his own words was an emotional journey for me, and I enjoyed it immensely.
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