I have always assumed this song was about Freddie's relationship with Mary Austin. Yes, I know he was gay, but he lived with Mary for several years, and in interviews said she was the "love of his life." Mary said she felt they had a marriage, that they were always there for each other till the end. She cared for him when he was dying. He left her the bulk of his estate in his will. She is the first person he lists in his dedications for the album "Barcelona" which he did without Queen.
I have always assumed this song was about Freddie's relationship with Mary Austin. Yes, I know he was gay, but he lived with Mary for several years, and in interviews said she was the "love of his life." Mary said she felt they had a marriage, that they were always there for each other till the end. She cared for him when he was dying. He left her the bulk of his estate in his will. She is the first person he lists in his dedications for the album "Barcelona" which he did without Queen.
This is a magnificent song and a great backstory.