Lyor Cohen, YouTube’s global head of music, calls the newly remastered “Bohemian Rhapsody” video, which is out today, “a sonic and cinematic masterpiece” for “one of the most enduring songs of all time.” He adds, “The newly remastered video on YouTube will ensure the song continues to be rediscovered, embraced and beloved by old and new generations of music fans around the world it’s incredible to help change the way fans experience music and provide a place for artist and fan connections worldwide.” With “You Are the Champions,” singers and instrumentalists can submit their take on “Bohemian Rhapsody,” while dancers will get to work on a rendition of “Don’t Stop Me Now” and visual artists are asked to design any word or phrase from the “A Kind of Magic” lyrics. Queen’s YouTube channel will feature the finished videos later this year. Go to to find out more and we’ll see you on the road somewhere.” “We are honored that ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ has just hit one billion views on YouTube,” bandmates Brian May and Roger Taylor said in a statement, adding: “We want to thank you all and celebrate with our amazing fans all around the world by creating three new music videos to our songs, all featuring you! Whether you are a musician, singer, dancer, visual artist or you just want to have some fun.
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