In 2025, Barcelona is set to unveil a new monument honoring two legendary artists—Freddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballé. The sculpture will be installed in the recently renovated Parc de les Glòries and will serve as a reminder of how music can transform an entire city.
The idea for the monument did not emerge by chance. In 1992, when Barcelona hosted the Olympic Games, it was the duet of Mercury and Caballé that gifted the city and the world an anthem still associated with a time of change and inspiration. Their collaboration became not just a musical symbol, but also part of Barcelona’s new identity—open, modern, and forward-looking.
The monument is planned for the park, where two benches have already been dedicated to the artists. This initiative is a natural extension of the city’s desire to thank those who helped put Barcelona on the global stage. Local authorities emphasize that the sculpture will not just be an ornament, but a gathering point for residents and visitors—a place to reflect on the power of art and friendship.
The story of their collaboration: from dream to legend
It all began in the late 1980s, when the Queen frontman expressed his wish to perform with the opera diva from Barcelona. Their meeting at the Ritz quickly blossomed into a creative partnership, resulting in an album that blended rock and opera. The highlight was the song “Barcelona,” performed live at the Font Màgica de Montjuïc, which instantly became a hit and secured its place in the city’s history.
Although Freddie Mercury did not live to see the Olympics, his voice echoed at the opening ceremony, and his duet with Caballé became one of the most touching moments in the history of sporting celebrations. More than thirty years have passed since then, but the memory of that evening still lives on in the hearts of Barcelonans.
A monument as a symbol of the new Barcelona
The new sculpture is not only a tribute to the artists, but also a reminder of how art can bring people together. City officials believe the monument will become one of Barcelona’s most recognizable symbols, drawing the attention of tourists and music fans from around the world.
The monument project is still under discussion, but it is already clear that it will pay homage not only to Mercury and Caballé themselves, but also to the spirit of change they embodied. Once again, Barcelona looks to its past to emphasize that music, sport, and art have the power to transform cities and lives.
