So, when you’re belting out “We Will Rock You” at a wedding, remember that half of Queen is still out there, doing the exact same thing—just on a bigger stage. Brian might be playing the solo, Roger is hitting the drums, and somewhere, John is sipping tea.
It’s a weird comfort, like knowing your favorite diner still has the same coffee, even if the cook retired. The music is alive, the legacy is louder than ever, and two of the original guys are still laughing at their own inside jokes.
Bottom line: Two members of Queen are still alive: Brian May and Roger Taylor. Freddie is a legend in the sky, and John is a legend in his living room. Now go put on some Queen and embarrass your kids with your air-piano. You’ve earned it.