Pentatonix’s 10 Creative Takes on Bohemian Rhapsody – An Acappella Success
Not many musicians have the courage to reinterpret a legendary song like Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody, but the a cappella group Pentatonix stands out as one of those exceptional artists. Earlier this year, they released their rendition of this iconic track, crafted solely with their vocal harmonies. The cover quickly went viral, amassing over a million views and thrilling fans with their extraordinary vocal skills.
Reimagining a song as monumental as ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ with only five voices seems nearly impossible, let alone making it sound impressive. However, the video below demonstrates that Pentatonix not only recreates the song but also transforms it into something uniquely theirs. Lead vocalist Mitch Grassi appears to embody Freddie Mercury, featuring a mustache reminiscent of Mercury’s and a black blazer that closely mirrors the attire the legendary Queen frontman might have worn.
The standout element of their performance is undoubtedly the immediately identifiable second part that starts with ‘I see a little silhouetto of a man’. In this segment, Pentatonix effectively utilizes their voices as instruments, seamlessly crafting multi-layered harmonies and percussive elements. Additionally, when the group’s female vocalist Kirstin Maldonado reaches that amazing high note, it’s clear that they have delivered an extraordinary version of the song.
If you’re seeking more impressive Pentatonix performances, be sure to watch their rendition of Leonard Cohen’s ‘Hallelujah’. With 756 million views to date, this video is their most popular upload on YouTube. Listening to their beautiful harmonies and dynamic delivery firsthand, Music Man readers will undoubtedly understand the reason behind its massive success.
Although Pentatonix took a significant risk by covering such a legendary song as Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ with just their voices, they were undoubtedly the right a cappella group to undertake the challenge. Moreover, if you have tickets to see their US tour later this year, you might have the chance to experience this amazing cover live.
Not many musicians have the courage to reinterpret a legendary song like Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody, but the a cappella group Pentatonix stands out as one of those exceptional artists. Earlier this year, they released their rendition of this iconic track, crafted solely with their vocal harmonies. The cover quickly went viral, amassing over a million views and thrilling fans with their extraordinary vocal skills.
