Freddie Mercury - Lover of Life, Singer of Songs - The Very Best of Freddie Mercury Solo (Compilation) (2006)

Freddie Mercury - Lover of Life, Singer of Songs - The Very Best of Freddie Mercury Solo (Compilation) (2006)

Tracklist, Album Covers, Info and Fun Facts

Disc one

1. "In My Defence" (2000 Remix)   3:55

2. "The Great Pretender"   3:27

3. "Living on My Own"   3:38

4. "Made in Heaven"   4:05

5. "Love Kills"   4:29

6. "There Must Be More to Life Than This"   3:00

7. "Guide Me Home" (with Montserrat Caballé)   2:50

8. "How Can I Go On" (with Montserrat Caballé)   3:51

9. "Foolin' Around" (Steve Brown Remix)   3:36

10. "Time"   3:56

11. "Barcelona" (with Montserrat Caballé)   5:40

12. "Love Me Like There's No Tomorrow"   3:47

13. "I Was Born to Love You"   3:40

14. "The Golden Boy" (with Montserrat Caballé)   6:06

15. "Mr. Bad Guy"   4:12

16. "The Great Pretender" (Malouf Remix)   3:39

17. "Love Kills" (Star Rider Remix) (New 2006 Remix)   3:39

18. "I Can Hear Music"   3:28

19. "Goin' Back"   3:34

20. "Guide Me Home" (Piano Version)   4:18

Disc two

1. "Love Kills" (Sunshine People Radio Mix) (New 2006 Remix)   3:16

2. "Made in Heaven" (Extended Version) (Taken from The Solo Collection)   4:50

3. "Living on My Own" (The Egg Remix) (New 2006 Remix)   5:37

4. "Love Kills" (Rank 1 Remix) (New 2006 Remix)   7:18

5. "Mr. Bad Guy" (Previously unavailable early version)   3:26

6. "I Was Born to Love You" (George Demure Almost Vocal Mix) (New 2006 Remix)   4:02

7. "My Love Is Dangerous" (Extended Version) (Taken from The Solo Collection)   6:28

8. "Love Makin' Love" (Demo) (Taken from The Solo Collection)   3:38

9. "Love Kills" (Pixel82 Remix) (New 2006 Remix)   6:13

10. "I Was Born to Love You" (Extended Version) (Taken from The Solo Collection)   7:05

11. "Foolin' Around" (Early Version) (Taken from The Solo Collection)   4:15

12. "Living on My Own" (No More Brothers Extended Mix) (Taken from The Solo Collection)   5:15

13. "Love Kills" (More Oder Rework by the Glimmers) (New 2006 Remix)   6:53

14. "Your Kind of Lover" (Vocal & Piano Version) (Taken from The Solo Collection)   3:38

15. "Let's Turn It On" (A Cappella) (Taken from The Solo Collection)   3:04

Notes

^[a] signifies a remix producer

DVD track listing

Disc one

"The Untold Story" documentary

"The Making Of 'The Untold Story'"

Disc two

"Barcelona"

"The Great Pretender" [Original 1987 Single Version]

"I Was Born to Love You"

"Time"

"How Can I Go On"

"Made in Heaven"

"Living on My Own"

"The Golden Boy"

"In My Defence" [Re-Edit 2000]

"Barcelona" [Live Version]

"The Great Pretender" [Extended Version]

"Living on My Own" ['93 Remix]

A View Forever (Unveiling Of The Freddie Statue)

"A Winters Tale"

"Who Wants To Live Forever"

"Love Me Like There's No Tomorrow"

Released in 2006, this compilation album is a heartfelt tribute to Freddie Mercury’s solo career, capturing the essence of his powerful voice and artistic range. It includes solo hits, rare tracks, and beloved collaborations, showcasing Freddie’s versatility beyond Queen.

This album offers fans both classics and deep cuts, highlighting his solo legacy with emotional depth and musical diversity.

Tracklist of Lover of Life, Singer of Songs

1️⃣ Love Kills

2️⃣ I Was Born To Love You

3️⃣ Living On My Own (Julian Raymond Mix)

4️⃣ Made In Heaven

5️⃣ Barcelona (with Montserrat Caballé)

6️⃣ The Great Pretender

7️⃣ Foolin’ Around

8️⃣ Your Kind Of Lover

9️⃣ Mr. Bad Guy

🔟 There Must Be More To Life Than This

1️⃣1️⃣ My Love Is Dangerous

1️⃣2️⃣ In My Defence

1️⃣3️⃣ Time

1️⃣4️⃣ Exercises In Free Love

1️⃣5️⃣ The Golden Boy

1️⃣6️⃣ Guide Me Home

Fun Facts & Trivia

🎤 Emotional Tribute

The compilation was curated by Queen’s Brian May and Roger Taylor, ensuring a respectful and authentic homage to Freddie’s solo work.

🎼 Opera Meets Rock

Features “Barcelona,” his iconic duet with Montserrat Caballé, which remains a landmark in blending classical and rock genres.

🔥 Remixed Classics

Includes the popular Julian Raymond remix of “Living On My Own,” which brought renewed attention to the track years after its original release.

🎧 Previously Unreleased

Tracks like “The Golden Boy” and “Guide Me Home” were previously rare or unreleased, adding unique value for fans.

Cultural Legacy

“Lover of Life, Singer of Songs” stands as a definitive solo collection, celebrating Freddie Mercury’s enduring influence as a solo artist. It bridges his operatic ambition, rock roots, and pop sensibilities, reflecting the many facets of his genius.

Keywords

✅ Freddie Mercury Lover of Life 2006

✅ Freddie Mercury solo best of

✅ Freddie Mercury solo hits

✅ Barcelona Freddie Mercury Montserrat Caballé

✅ Freddie Mercury remix Living On My Own

Lover of Life, Singer of Songs (with the subtitle The Very Best of Freddie Mercury Solo) is a compilation album of Freddie Mercury's solo songs. It was released (except in the U.S.) on 4 September 2006, the day before Mercury's 60th Birthday. It was released on 21 November 2006 in the U.S, three days before the 15th anniversary of Mercury's death.

The album was released in both a single disc and limited edition double disc format. A 2-disc DVD was released to accompany the CD. The DVD contained "The Untold Story" documentary on Disc 1, and various music videos on Disc 2.

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