: Williams turned down the offer, citing both low self-esteem and deep reverence for the original frontman.
: In interviews, Williams stated he felt he could never "step into the shoes" of Freddie Mercury, whom he compared to Beethoven with a microphone . He considered himself an "entertainer" while viewing Mercury as a "miracle on stage". Robbie Williams Queen - We are the champions
: The track was released on May 11, 2001 , specifically for the film's soundtrack. It was also distributed via promotional CDs in the US and Canada that same year. : Williams turned down the offer, citing both
Robbie Williams ' cover of "We Are the Champions" was a prominent collaboration with the surviving members of Queen (Brian May and Roger Taylor) recorded for the soundtrack of the 2001 film . The "A Knight's Tale" Collaboration : The track was released on May 11,
Following this collaboration, Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor reportedly asked Robbie Williams to join the band as their official lead singer.
: Williams recorded the new version of the 1977 Queen classic with Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon.