A Knight's Tale - Music

Music

The film, which notionally took place during the Middle Ages, is notable for its deliberate use of classic rock songs in its soundtrack. The ten that were credited in the movie are listed in order of appearance:

  • "We Will Rock You" – Queen
  • "Low Rider" – War
  • "Takin' Care of Business" – Bachman–Turner Overdrive
  • "Golden Years" – David Bowie
  • "Further on Up the Road" – Eric Clapton
  • "Get Ready" – Rare Earth
  • "I Want to Take You Higher" – Sly and the Family Stone
  • "The Boys Are Back in Town" – Thin Lizzy
  • "You Shook Me All Night Long" – AC/DC
  • "We Are the Champions" – Robbie Williams & Queen

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