**Bohemian Rhapsody: The Timeless Masterpiece That Returns to No. 1**
“Bohemian Rhapsody” is surely one of the oddest songs to become a true global phenomenon. Blending multiple styles, this track stands out within Queen’s discography, which is packed with popular tunes and bestselling albums. So iconic is “Bohemian Rhapsody” that it lent its name to the Freddie Mercury biopic, underscoring just how influential the song has been over the decades.
Half a century after its release, “Bohemian Rhapsody” remains a bestseller in the United Kingdom, where Queen continues to be one of the most beloved musical acts ever. The timeless tune finds its way back onto several charts, securing another No. 1 for the rock legends across multiple lists.
### “Bohemian Rhapsody” Hits No. 1 for the First Time
This week, Queen’s classic hit reaches No. 1 for the first time on both the Official Singles Sales and Official Physical Singles charts. Despite spending more than a year on these rankings, the track had never led the charge until now, marking a remarkable return to the highest position.
### Queen Doubles Its No. 1 Total on the Sales Chart
With this achievement, Queen doubles its total number of leaders on the Official Singles Sales chart. The group first topped this list with the lesser-known “Face It Alone,” even though “Bohemian Rhapsody” debuted on the sales tally more than a decade ago and was their second hit on the roster.
On the Official Physical Singles ranking—which tracks purchases on vinyl, CD, and cassette—“Bohemian Rhapsody” becomes Queen’s fifth No. 1. The band has previously claimed the top spot with hits like “We Will Rock You” (the version featuring boy band Five), “Keep Yourself Alive,” “Face It Alone,” and “You Are the Champions,” which credits American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert.
### “Bohemian Rhapsody” Returns to No. 1 on Vinyl
In addition to these feats, “Bohemian Rhapsody” also holds the No. 1 position on the Official Vinyl Singles chart, making a surprising comeback. The track first launched at No. 1 on this chart back in December 2015 and now, nearly a decade later, it is once again back in the driver’s seat.
### Queen Nearly Scores Another No. 1 on Rock & Metal Singles
Queen almost clinches yet another No. 1 on the Official Rock & Metal Singles chart but narrowly misses out. “Bohemian Rhapsody” is a long-standing staple on this genre-specific list, approaching 900 weeks as a rock bestseller.
The song recently moved from No. 11 to the runner-up spot, blocked only by “Iris” by Goo Goo Dolls—a track that typically dominates this chart.
### “Bohemian Rhapsody” Reenters the UK Official Singles Chart
Impressively, “Bohemian Rhapsody” has reentered the top 100 most successful songs of any style in the UK, landing at No. 72 on the Official Singles chart. If the track manages to remain for one more week—or returns again—it will reach a full year on the competitive chart. Originally, it spent nine stints at No. 1 when it first debuted.
### Collectible Vinyl Reissue Celebrates 50 Years
To commemorate the 50th birthday of “Bohemian Rhapsody,” the song was recently reissued on collectible blue vinyl. Fans had the opportunity to purchase the track in both 7-inch and 12-inch formats, with the release becoming available on Halloween.
### Queen’s Album *A Night at the Opera* Climbs the Charts
“Bohemian Rhapsody” was a single from Queen’s acclaimed album *A Night at the Opera*. Thanks to the renewed attention on the groundbreaking song, the album jumped more than 30 positions on both the Official Albums Sales and Official Physical Albums charts.
The album performed exceptionally well on the Official Vinyl Albums ranking, reentering the chart at No. 40. This marked a triumphant return to the top 40, half a century after its original release.
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At 50 years old, “Bohemian Rhapsody” continues to captivate new generations, proving that Queen’s masterpiece truly stands the test of time.
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