The difference between Freddie and almost all the other rock stars was — Freddie Mercury

"It all began with the three wise men, followed a star took them to Bethelehem, and made it heard throughout the land — born was the leader of man. All going down to see the Lord Jesus."

"Every band should study Queen at Live Aid. If you really feel like that barrier is gone, you become Freddie Mercury. I consider him the greatest frontman of all time. Like, its funny? youd imagine that Freddie was more than human, but … You know how he controlled Wembley Stadium at Live Aid in 1985? He stood up there and did his vocal warm ups with the audience. Something that intimate, where they realize, Oh yeah, hes just a f***ing dude."

"Our love affair ended in tears but a deep bond grew out of it, and thats something nobody can take away from us. Its unreachable … All my lovers ask me why they cant replace her, but its simply impossible. I dont feel jealous of her lovers because. of course, she has a life to lead, and so do I. Basically, I try to make sure shes happy with whoever shes with and she tries to do the same for me. We look after each other and thats a wonderful form of love. I might have all the problems in the world, but I have Mary and that gets me through."

"Following the enormous conjecture in the press over the last two weeks, I wish to confirm that I have been tested HIV positive and have AIDS. I felt it correct to keep this information private to date to protect the privacy of those around me. However, the time has come now for my friends and fans around the world to know the truth and I hope that everyone will join with my doctors and all those worldwide in the fight against this terrible disease. My privacy has always been very special to me and I am famous for my lack of interviews. Please understand this policy will continue."

"Freddie Mercury was - and remains - my biggest influence. The combination of his sarcastic approach to writing lyrics and his I dont give a fuck attitude really inspired my music.”"

"You can have everything in the world and still be the loneliest man. And that is the most bitter type of loneliness, success has brought me world idolisation and millions of pounds. But its prevented me from having the one thing we all need: A loving, ongoing relationship."