Queen Deep Dive: "Sail Away Sweet Sister", sail across the sea

A haunting song that was never performed live, Brian's "Sail Away Sweet Sister" echoes earlier compositions with its classical and acoustic arrangement. The softer verses are contrasted with heavier, pleading choruses; creating a longing and a tenderness. Brian's lead vocal is touching and affecting, and with Freddie on piano, there's an urgency and a power. Roger and John carry the low end fabulously, with lyrical and delicate precision.