Queen Deep Dive: "Back Chat", you burn all my energy

John's first contribution to Hot Space, "Back Chat" is locked in dance as the album's funkiest and poppiest number. Its catchy bass groove and rhythm guitars (as well as programmed drums and synths) were all played by John. Freddie takes the lyrics and attacks them all the attitude and accusation, flying in staccato arrangements and expressive soulful moments. Brian and Roger appear in brief flashes of impressive guitar power chords (a fun solo) and percussion breakdowns. And live? Oh, this was hot.