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The unmistakable bassline from Queen's Another One Bites the Dust, used for dramatic reveals, eliminations and funny moments when someone is caught out.

This clip captures the instantly recognisable opening groove of Queen's Another One Bites the Dust, driven by John Deacon's deep, punchy bassline and a steady, stomping beat that builds tension without a single word. The rhythm feels confident, cool and slightly menacing, like someone walking in knowing they have already won. Played over a reveal or a comeback, it turns an ordinary moment into a slow-motion power move, making the audience anticipate the payoff before it even lands and giving even a small win a much bigger, cinematic feel.

Another One Bites the Dust was released by Queen in 1980 on the album The Game, written by bassist John Deacon around a funk-influenced bass riff that became one of the most recognisable grooves in rock. It topped charts in the United States and became one of the band's best-selling singles, later appearing in films, sports arenas and countless edits. Its simple, driving rhythm translates instantly even without lyrics, which is why creators still reach for it for reveals, defeats and triumphant walk-ins decades later.

Pro Tip for Usage

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Drop the clip as the loser, rival or unexpected winner is revealed, letting the bassline hit on the cut rather than under dialogue. Keep it short, cut to the reaction on the first beat, and avoid layering other music over the groove.

Use Cases

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  • Creators use it for dramatic elimination reveals in competitions.
  • It scores a comeback moment after someone proves doubters wrong.
  • Editors play it when a hidden winner is finally unmasked.
  • It punctuates funny fails where someone gets caught out.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the Another One Bites the Dust sound?
It is a short excerpt built around Queen's famous bassline from Another One Bites the Dust, with its steady beat and driving groove but no full vocal section, making it ideal for short reveals and edits.
Where does Another One Bites the Dust come from?
The song was released by Queen in 1980 on The Game and written by bassist John Deacon. Its funk-influenced bass riff helped it become one of the band's biggest and most enduring international hits.
Why is this sound so popular for memes and edits?
The bassline is instantly recognisable even without lyrics, and its confident, stomping rhythm signals a win, a defeat or a reveal in seconds, so it works perfectly over short clips and reaction videos.

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