Lyrics of
Radio Ga Ga

Radio Ga Ga was composed by Roger Taylor, drummer of the band Queen, as a critique of the rise of television and the decline of the radio era. The song reflects nostalgia and a plea not to forget the importance of radio in musical culture. It was inspired when Taylor heard his son say radio caca, realizing its potential for a hit. The song stood out for its message and catchy chorus, becoming one of Queens biggest hits in the 80s.

I'd sit alone, and watch your light
My only friend, through teenage nights
And everything, I had to know
I heard it on my radio

You gave them all, those old time stars
Through wars of worlds, invaded by Mars
You made 'em laugh, you made 'em cry
You made us feel like we could fly
Radio

So don't become, some background noise
A backdrop for, the girls and boys
Who just don't know, or just don't care
And just complain, when you're not there
You had your time, you had the power
You've yet to have, your finest hour
Radio Radio

All we hear is, radio ga ga,
Radio goo goo, radio ga ga
All we hear is, radio ga ga
Radio blah blah
Radio what's new
Radio, someone still loves you

We watch the shows, we watch the stars
On videos, for hours and hours
We hardly need, to use our ears
How music changes through the years

Let's hope you never, leave old friend
Like all good things, on you we depend
So stick around, cause we might miss you
When we grow tired, of all this visual
You had your time, you had the power
You've yet to have, your finest hour
Radio Radio

All we hear is radio ga ga
Radio blah blah
Radio what's new?
Someone still loves you


You had your time, you had the power
You've yet to have, your finest hour
Radio

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