Mongolian Rhapsody? Newly unearthed writing draft reveals original title for Queen hit, Queen
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Freddie Mercury's lyrics reveal what Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody was nearly called
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Freddie Mercury's Notes Imply 'Mongolian Rhapsody' Working Title
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Draft of Queen hit song shows Freddie Mercury originally called it Mongolian Rhapsody
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Mongolian Rhapsody'? Handwritten lyrics suggest Freddie Mercury considered alternative title - WSVN 7News, Miami News, Weather, Sports
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First draft lyrics of Queen smash hit Bohemian Rhapsody reveal bizarre title song almost had
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Bohemian Rhapsody' Was Once 'Mongolian Rhapsody,' Lyric Sheet Reveals
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Freddie Mercury's handwritten lyrics suggest he considered 'Mongolian Rhapsody' song title