"Warriors of the Wasteland (Twelve Wild Disciplines Mix)" is a 1986 remix of the second single from 's second album, Liverpool . Produced by Trevor Horn and Stephen Lipson , this nearly 10-minute version leans into a dance-oriented groove, contrasting with the "Queen-esque" rock sound of the original album track. Themes and Political Commentary
The song explores social inequality and the struggles of the working class. According to lead singer , the "Warriors" are "fighting tribal heroes" representing those trying to survive and transcend a system designed to keep them down. Key lyrical themes include: Warriors Of The Wasteland (Twelve Wild Disciplines Mix)
: Lyrics like "They make the masses kiss their assets" and "lower class jackass, pay me tax" critique the divide between the wealthy elite and the workers. "Warriors of the Wasteland (Twelve Wild Disciplines Mix)"
The (also known as the "Twelve Wild Disciples Mix") is notable for its early use of heavy digital sampling and computer-based production. According to lead singer , the "Warriors" are
: At the time of its release, Trevor Horn famously noted that the mix was created using computers with "38 megabytes of RAM" and "600 megabytes of hard disk storage"—significant power for the mid-1980s.