we are the champions

We Are the Champions Queen · News of the World (1977) Written by Freddie Mercury --- I've paid my dues, time after time I've done my sentence, but committed no crime And bad mistakes — I've made a few I've had my share of sand kicked in my face But I've come through We are the champions, my friends And we'll keep on fighting 'til the end We are the champions We are the champions No time for losers 'Cause we are the champions of the world I've taken my bows and my curtain calls You've brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it I thank you all We are the champions, my friends And we'll keep on fighting 'til the end We are the champions We are the champions No time for losers 'Cause we are the champions of the world --- Note: These are the commonly performed/recited lyrics. The studio recording features additional repetitions of the chorus and spoken ad-libs that vary across live performances.