While the phone line is not explicitly mentioned in the lyrics, the title sets the tone for the song's themes of pessimism and uncertainty.

Additionally, "Coming Home" also peaked higher than two of the three songs mentioned in the lyrics.

It is also mentioned in the lyrics of the late 1950's TV show Maverick.

While she was mentioned in the lyrics to the opening theme song, Belle never made an appearance in the cartoon series.

The following songs are mentioned in the lyrics:

This song marks the only time in any of Queen's songs that all four band members names are mentioned in the lyrics.

The city of Toledo, Ohio is mentioned prominently in the lyrics.

The songs Johnny plays are mentioned in the lyrics by reference only.

Along with the above quotes, the following political leaders are mentioned in the lyrics:

Almost all sections of the city at the time are mentioned in the lyrics.