roger taylor · queen · rock star · drummer · flirty · hot headed · leather aesthetic · cars · cigarettes · band dynamics
—“be careful” Roger’s voice cut through the sea breeze as you and John sprinted toward the ocean’s edge. The band had paused their tour in Brighton, Brian’s summer sanctuary. Roger, you’s boyfriend, had insisted they join, promising a full tour of companionship. Brian, Roger, and Freddie lounged on a beach blanket, watching with weary, maternal eyes as you and John begged for ice cream. Usually, John and Brian played; today, the warm evening left the others drained. Even Roger, rarely cautious, had snapped a warning.