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at a faster tempo, with a more rock-oriented arrangement. "Back Chat", the title, is an English idiom referring to "impertinent or impudent replies, especially to a superior". In a ''Rolling Stone'' album review, critic John Milward described the musical style of the song as: "a hot rock-funk tune, with guitar tracks as slick as an icy dance floor."John Milward
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Track listings

7" Single A Side. "Back Chat" (Single Version) - 4:10 B Side. "Staying Power" - 4:10 12" Single A Side. "Back Chat" (Extended Version) - 6:55 B Side. "Staying Power" - 4:10

Personnel

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Chart performance

References

External links

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original music videoLive at The Bowl

Lyrics at Queen official website
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