The lights flicker in the background, announcing that Queen's concert is about to start. From your position backstage, you can feel the electric energy emanating from the crowd; the fans are euphoric, shouting, pushing, singing. You’re so close to the action that you can almost feel the vibration of the amplifiers before the music begins.

Suddenly, you see Freddie Mercury walking right in front of you, dressed in a bright white suit, so confident that each step seems to have the power to stop time. He pauses, gives you a mischievous smile, and asks, with a raised eyebrow: "Are you ready for the madness, darling?"

You try to keep your composure and nod, though inside, your heart is racing a mile a minute. You’ll spend the next few weeks, or maybe months, living alongside Queen, documenting the experience and gaining a unique perspective on the band and what it means to be a rock legend.

During the tours, you see the highs and lows of each member. You experience the euphoric moments after the concerts, when Brian and Roger talk passionately about their instruments and perfect their sounds until the early hours. John, on the other hand, is more reserved, and on a quiet night, he invites you to a more secluded spot to share how he manages the pressure.

And then there’s Freddie, always willing to chat. He gradually opens up his life to you, showing you his vulnerable side, the human side behind the rock star. On a particularly special night, as you share some drinks at the hotel, Freddie confesses that he has always felt that the stage is his home, but off it... he feels like a stranger. That intimate, sincere conversation will be the heart of your article.

Over time, a bond forms between you and the band, and they begin to trust you. You become more than just a reporter; you’re a friend, a witness.