Elton John / George Michael - Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me (Live Aid 1985)

Elton John and George Michael performing at Live Aid in front of 72,000 people in Wembley Stadium, London on the 13th July, 1985. The event was organised by Sir Bob Geldof and Midge Ure to raise funds for the Ethiopian famine disaster. Broadcast across the world via one of the largest satellite link-ups of all time, the concerts were seen by around 40% of the global population.
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[@aziz8359]

If you are 22 years old and singing in front that crowd and Elton john is your pianist you must be a legend.

[@evilgenius4488]

not to forget THIS LEGEND calls you his friend

[@douchkanikoliic6182]

Mohamed Aziz Seddik and they are using Paul McCartney’s white piano. This is really good but Queen was the best. 😊

[@user-sk8ep7ob1l]

@@evilgenius4488 .

[@joaorobertolivera7722]

Vedrdnrn

[@sumpydexter6262]

Didn’t notice Phil Collins on drums??

[@dizzlefoshizzle4980]

The older I get, the more I appreciate George Michael’s talent. Man, he could sing.

[@niri9451]

True ❤

[@keano1983]

Only man who could step in for Freddy and not embarrass himself

[@CoolAce1-dv1pn]

Yeah but Elton sung this song much better and hit all the high and low notes with ease.

[@homegown1234]

I love this song by Elton John and George Michael singing this song too.

[@barbaralucy3229]

I can't believe he's gone I loved his voice

[@briansounalath]

George really commanded the stage. Can’t believe he was only 22

[@krystellbourgoin1825]

and Ray Cooper had still half head of hair...

[@jerseygirlinvermont]

I miss you George Michael! Thank you Elton John for dedicating this song to him at Glastonbury 2023 on what would have been his 60th Birthday!

[@MiniTrainLoco]

That’s the power of music and love. Both are eternal and those memories will help us through life. ❤

[@draganazezelj7608]

Top❤

[@patty5297]

I'm here December 2023. R.I.P George Michael❤

[@Glen.1966..]

Yeh George Michael was the best god rest his soul

[@thelevisullivan]

I wish that Elton had had George’s vocals from their duet isolated so that he could sing the song with George in concert, like Paul McCartney did with John Lennon’s vocals on I’ve Got A Feeling.

[@ariadnylg]

Elton preparing to sing and then realizing George was there, is everything to me.

[@sheilawhite8223]

i like their live show i think was in new York.

[@shirleypotts7175]

Yes he was an amazing singing and I have no doubt that he will be a legend to so many artists who love music and can relate to what an awesome and amazing singing he was my oldest son Clifford likes all kinds of music but he grew up listening to our music and he has the most respect and love to play his guitar and it just seems to come to him so natural I am so glad that I raised my children too love and respect the sound of good music

[@coolscube5062]

i saw that too lolll he should of belted one out left Mr Micheal at the way sideeeeee

[@rva]

😀

[@camimarques]

He was like "oh shit, i'm not alone"

[@dacrazeekorean]

Goodness. I still think George Michael has one of the best, clearest vocals ever. So Good.

[@PFCD]

And it will always be that way. Vocals like his are extremely rare.

[@RetardedMexican]

Him and Freddie Mercury

[@foodreacts837]

everr

[@debbiebrownlee9030]

Totally..George Is An Amazing Singer,Musician..

[@lisamiller3161]

@@mindmine2110 Yes sir!! Those two are the BEST ever!! Miss them sooo much!!!! 💔😢

[@finnjake9430]

Andrew is honestly so happy to see his best friend succeed and come to this moment. No jealousy, just pure joy for his best friend. THAT, people, is what true friendship is.

[@paolacarretti8423]

..maĝìçoo

[@sassypatty2666]

Sure is…and so hard to find.

[@endoraismygma]

THIS 😭 he looked so handsome here too

[@sassypatty2666]

@@endoraismygma OMG YES!

[@GlasgowRangers-bj5ou]

@@sassypatty2666impossible these days

[@Harry_Gurvich]

One of the best live performances of all time. I love how Elton John struggles not to sing the lead.

[@disneydanny2]

a *SHAME* US TV audiences didn't get to see it LIVE (right as George started singing they cut away to Crosby , Stills & Nash)

[@user-qf5ye7ok5z]

Джордж Майкл лучший , он вообще икона стиля . Он самый лучший .

[@debbiepinkerton2787]

I agree

[@soniapasqua8403]

Unico,mette i brividi

[@ladymay30]

Can you believe it George Michael was only 22 years old here. What a talent what a voice and what a stage presence.

[@ronvillaxx]

Incredible.

[@FalcaoXTZ]

There never has been a better 22 year old artist

[@petrakoren94]

Some people are just born to do what they do :)

[@freestylefinland9902]

FalcaoXTZ michael jackson ??

[@donniebrooke-prowrestleruf6735]

Yup. I was in the 8th grade. I'm 46 now.

[@mr.sinjin-smyth]

*The sun may have gone down on George Michael, but it will forever shine bright in the hearts of millions*

[@stevenbromley3919]

Mr. Sinjin-Smyth Beautiful words well said 👍

[@paulawlydbore4515]

Mr. Sinjin-Smyth what a voice

[@monix6907]

he went down on his own 'son' pedy man

[@Motown-1966]

Mr. Sinjin-Smyth 😭

[@sunnyangiebeenestork1899]

What a beautiful statement--true! Now my eyes are watering, especially after watching Wham! and solo videos of his since last night.

[@johnPaul-qn3dg]

A once in a generation talent, he could write songs, produce them, sing them like no other and he was one hell of a good looking bastard.. Rip George Michael, the world misses you.

[@timhick6]

You realize elton wrote this song ay?

[@johnPaul-qn3dg]

@@timhick6 Yeah I know that, I'm referring to GM in general, he has quite a catalogue of his own work, as a matter, one of them 'Last Christmas' is actually number one in the charts this side of the pond this week.

[@Utubewrk123]

@@timhick6you realize Bernie Taupin writes and wrote all the lyrics to Elton’s songs. Elton writes the music. Bernie just got the Rocknroll Hall of Fame award. Elton doesn’t write any lyrics at all.

[@Utubewrk123]

That’s why jeans and a tshirt and sneakers can never go wrong.

[@David-uq6yb]

I turned 18 in June ‘85 and can’t believe the privileged of attending LiveAid in the July. Didn’t realise how significant this concert would turn out to be. Now I’m 56 (2024) and keep coming back to these YT clips. Get choked up trying to sing along with George. There’s been nothing like it or George since!

[@Hakim21210]

i was 17 years old! in july 1985!

[@JoanJaszczult]

To Sir George Michael, your voice will always be the most justifiable blessing that you gave to us. How can I ever say "Thank you " enough for all that your music, songwriting, and true emotions that was a gift for everyone to get, no one could ever take your place, SIR George Michael you are loved and missed tremendously love you, so much Joan Jaszczult ❤️ 😢

[@notyourbiz235]

And I was behind the Iron Curtain ....I missed many things but not everything has been lost

[@Linelle-jq2ol]

​@@notyourbiz235Bless you, music can bless our souls.❤❤😂😂❤❤

[@siameseninja24]

I turned 17 the week of LiveAid…Remember all of us jammed around the tiny tv. How amazing it must have been to be there live. Will never be another event like it.

[@jaylasgrandmother]

Who's here in 2020 loving and missing the undeniable talent that is George Michael? 😭🥀💔🙏 R. I. P George 🌹🌹🌹 The sun went down on you far too soon 😭😭 😭 💔

[@moerer57]

Brilliant👏👏👏

[@bodilscipio8703]

The best...

[@rowenayoung9100]

Powerful voice and presence 💕

[@nevamarie9027]

Love love love that George Michaels w all my soul! God has a special place for him & his beauty inside out!🎶💞😘💕🌹🎤🎈😍🍷🎼

[@presqueisle69]

R.I.P GORGE MICHAEL . MAY 11TH 2020

[@PFCD]

I'm sorry anyone who gave this a thumbs-down does not understand anything about being a vocalist and certainly can't appreciate what this man was able to do with his voice. In addition, George had such charisma that he made stage presence look effortless. His musical talent was in a class all of its own.

[@noelamendoza6620]

Thumbs down no music in their ears .

[@louisescutti1998]

PFCD. Beautiful words you said about George , he was a musical genius !!!!!

[@mariadolorestejadelgado343]

El que ponga el pulgar hacia abajo, no entiende de música

[@certifiedcertifier]

His voice was and is the best of the best!!

[@amandalegg9222]

Agreed 💯

[@ddoss43]

Hes singing Elton's song while Elton is playiing the piano. Thats how talented George is. Two legends. One old and One younger, but both legends.

[@lindapearcr3138]

❤ amazing!!!

[@carladean6117]

Beautiful face, great hair, delicious jeans, Raybans, spot on leather jacket, he looks perfect, that's before we get started on his immense talent and superb voice. Swoon

[@Lisa-vv9vb]

The `80`s summed up in 1 sexy man 😍

[@carladean6117]

Couldn't have put it better Lisa 😑👍

[@isi2382]

Smart, so smart

[@johnweidkunas2201]

You all know he got caught doing in a men's room right? Lol. Great singer, like Elton, Meatloaf, Phil Collins, Roy Orbison and many others. Gone far too young! It sucks. Probably much like The King couldn't handle fame and addition became coping mechanism. Sad. R.I.P. man

[@carladean6117]

@John Weidkunas Sorry, I'm failing to see the connection between a Live Aid music video of a great performer and your first sentence. Who actually cares John? Nobody

[@PFCD]

Hard to believe that George was unhappy with this performance... what a perfectionist he was. I think most of his fans think it was one of his best! I'm still listening 35 years later and not just because it's the anniversary. I just love to hear it and watch the master at work! RIP our dear George ❤.

[@lorettarowell8486]

oh Yog was a perfectionist when it came to his music or his shows ... he absolutely put 100% in his work

[@robertolamborghini9413]

first part is not well tuned..then take the power

[@aprilgosa5779]

PFCD I don't think he was seriously unhappy he just thought he oversang yes he was a perfectionist little did he know he is perfection but nothing wrong with wanting to better oneself he always said he always wanted to keep reaching and was never entirely satisfied you need that to be creative that drive and he has it sorry i do not take in past tense about him

[@ACorn0894]

The second one he did was on another level mind.

[@PFCD]

@@ACorn0894 I Agree!

[@dejavoue88]

That's what you call true talent on that stage , unlike the pathetic excuse for singers we have today...RIP.. George

[@marinalevashova9145]

With love from Moscow!03.04.24.

[@ambrosebangura8413]

Raw Natural talent…. RIP George

[@jeffreyfeet]

I have never seen this performance before. I'm in tears. Only 22 here yet fully formed as an artist. Great singer performer writer. A generous person who helped a Lot of people. I recently read that his last ten years were filled with drug use and numerous health issues. I feel so sad that he was so unhappy during his last years. I'm an addict myself manly alcohol so I can understand. He was like whitney houston houston only meant to be here for a short amount of time yet what an impact. Rip George you are loved and missed

[@tinasjostrand2677]

One of the worlds best singers and most beautiful men.

[@Charlie-CEO--VSL_CCF]

So true. But you have no idea what heart supported that talent. Heart is always the key in true greatness, not just ability or skill. I got to see true heart, matters more than rest.

[@KEVANDTHEBOYZZ]

2022 and his voice still sends chills down my spine all the way to my heart

[@kohfujinaga2789]

To me he is the best male vocalist ever.

[@96gatorcpa]

The Late George Michael now. Sad.😢

[@05cotran]

Same feeling here, diamond voice, May 2023

[@1510Ronald]

if I see them two I don't think to them sexual part - music make forget all other differents

[@05cotran]

@@1510Ronald Then, why mention sexuality? I'm here to enjoy wonderful music and remember those wonderful days (btw I'm a 64 y.old open-minded woman)

[@wendylcam]

George Michael was beyond incredible, of course, but I would like to give props to Andrew Ridgeley, his partner from Wham! What a true legend in his own right to hand the reins over to George and give him the space to become the superstar he turned out to be. Andrew knew he couldn’t compete with George. To take up a spot with the backup singers is beyond classy and shows what a great human being he was as well!

[@mariannaszell9711]

and his name is Andrew Ridgeley… just saying

[@wendylcam]

Correct. I apologize for spelling

[@wendylcam]

@@mariannaszell9711 yes correct. I apologize for spelling. I fixed it.

[@utube2902]

I've read the book george and me, it's really nice how andrew, among others, describes this performance... george was the singer and the lyricist but andrew was the driving force behind Wham

[@louisescutti1998]

@@utube2902 Oh I don’t know , I like Andrew but without George there would be no Wham , George was more than a singer and a lyricist , he was a producer , performer , and a kind generous person, who made sure that Andrew was set for life , and never had to work for the rest of his life , he was a loyal friend!

[@lindajanemanser5801]

Anyone watching during 2021 lockdown music keeps me happy

[@frankperez3675]

I do

[@markdavis1611]

Hi Linda

[@4jeanjs]

Huge voice, owns the stage with 88,000 live listeners. Still the BEST in 2021.

[@tracyseymour6059]

Damn! George Michael was so fine. I love his voice. One of a kind like Freddie Mercury, Steve Perry, Michael Jackson, etc. Elton also has a great voice

[@Linelle-jq2ol]

Foe sure, for sure.❤❤❤

[@brettholscher1865]

No frills, just stands there and belts it out. Raw talent is amazing!

[@bryanrussell9906]

Incredible. Elton was so proud of George and you can see it on his face. Elton is fired up brothers and sisters and it's wonderful to see again. When humanity was full force and people really cared.

[@nico_acm]

Also check at the end, he runs to hug GM. Epic performance.

[@-tee--bee-3230]

I LOVE his natural excitement.....❤️😁❤️

[@aprilgosa5779]

@@nico_acm Makes me sad that he betrayed George after he was taken

[@louisescutti1998]

@@aprilgosa5779 How did he betray George ?

[@edgarmauriciomedinanunez8310]

es muy hermoso verlos brillar, dos grandes artistas

[@stevenbellusci9084]

Who’s watching these Two Icons 🥰❤️🥰 in 2020 quarantine 😷😷😷

[@bencone4693]

I'm listening to it since the beginning of this global mess on todays human kind... All those Live Aid performances are outstanding & timeless! Music history was written those days!

[@thomasshivute4734]

This is the best way to get in the best mood during this difficult times

[@beelarehman5992]

Yep

[@tonyallewellyn7304]

Who else is singing along? 🎤 🎶

[@michaelwillems509]

Don't forget the third icon. Phill Collins! 🙏😍

[@Hadite84]

Before auto tune, before in-ear monitors, people had Sheer Talent!!

[@angiebirdwell7069]

I still love the fact that Andrew and George remained friends after the band broke up. They really had a beautiful friendship. So rare. Andrew was so happy to sing backup and sit in the shadow….. that’s love.

[@gsummy4062]

Elton just holds back to let the young boy do his thing.

[@carmenschwisow5647]

Right? So sweet. And a few years later it came full circle. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKSuooCEedSFatE

[@-tee--bee-3230]

If you watch, he was ready to sing at the start of every verse..... 👍❤️👍

[@PFCD]

G Summy It was so nice to see a giant like Elton not intimidated in any way with what George would do with his song. Both he and Paul McCartney said George was without a doubt one of the greatest singer/songwriters ever. Now that's a compliment because look who it's coming from. PM also said George showed him how to sing his own song, speaking about the Long and Winding Road. A sublime talent in every way.

[@scottkucinski4967]

I think George Micheals has one of the nicest voices I ever heard from a male singer

[@777jones]

Scott Kucinski his obituary called him a platinum-voiced singer. A perfect word for his gift imo.

[@sheilawhite8223]

yes. there are some PEOPLE that just sings any key any song with anybody and always sounds great.. others not so much....the song changed after they csme out the recording booth... know some of the ones i am refering too

[@billbelzek6748]

Him and Freddie seemed to sing with the Gods

[@carmenschwisow5647]

You said it. George Michael's voice was pitch perfect every time with a range that could turn from an utterance to a full belt on a dime. I love this performance. His vocal ability is strong, and yet you can see he is still coming into his own. Fast forward to his performance of Somebody to Love at the 1992 Freddie Mercury tribute concert and see the full transformation. RIP GM. We love you and miss you.

[@carmenschwisow5647]

Actually this is full circle. Amazing to watch back to back: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKSuooCEedSFatE

[@aharris1415]

What an amazing performance. George Michael had one of the most beautiful voices of our time. And the way Andrew looks at him...he's so happy for his best friend.❤

[@shelleylarose9172]

George’s best friend was David Austin..Andrew was a Great Friend but not his Bestie

[@aharris1415]

@@shelleylarose9172 watch the Wham documentary. They said they were best friends. That performance was when he was still in Wham.

[@deannakeene5088]

It's August 2022 I'm 50 & STILL in love with this song! Miss you so much George 😢😘😍♥️ you did Elton proud!!

[@patriciakimber4312]

It’s October 2022 and I’m crying, the best of times 😊

[@maryahiley]

2023!

[@ns9321]

Same, devastated when George died!

[@donnajohnson1792]

July 2023, 57, and still loving and missing George.

[@judithstewart2154]

This changed my view of George forever. Stunning vocals. Still brings tears and shivers now in 2023!

[@jimcameron2209]

56 year old straight father of 4 crying like a baby.... we never knew the beauty we had in our midst.

[@jeffreyfeet]

No we didn't and he sacrificed himself for his talent and fame. Not fair

[@kasari9075]

Missing George Michael! He passed away way too young!

[@JamesNakasoneHuangCareer]

Gone too soon ...

[@bjwhite7210]

OMG! I didn't even know he died! 😢😢😢

[@nzfalcon8698]

far too young is so sad

[@luciferxx8888]

Kasa Ri he’s an angel of music

[@aziaticwilliams9869]

bjwhite7210 he died Christmas of 2016 😔😔😔

[@dawnakachinastevens]

I miss George Michael so much 😢

[@mariebellamoreaudubois3871]

🥰😭😭😭

[@jc8060]

RIP

[@MM-nj6wl]

I hope there is a heaven and George is singing there.

[@louiseanderson1505]

There is... And he is 😊

[@dianeross290]

😢 Anytime I listen to George sing, it brings tears. What a voice

[@BigManTyrone]

I loved how Elton skipped out of his piano seat at the end. What a genius!

[@rva]

🙏😄

[@ohnono]

I love seeing you reply on a random music video. Love your content.

[@JetPlayzMC]

Hey, you're the "Every 60 seconds in Africa, a minute passes" guy!

[@archiesutherland6127]

Hi Tyrone 😁👋

[@silkemuller7829]

@@ohnono ax no cm y YEW

[@aprilstaggs1581]

He sure does look good in those jeans 😍 I think George Micheals has one of the nicest voices I ever heard from a male singer

[@aprilgosa5779]

April Staggs I always say he is the best friend a pair of Jeans ever had

[@deniseosborne3233]

I think he could wear Mom jeans and look hot!

[@tracyannchapel9384]

I never knew who he was or saw him perform untill watching this right now! I am certainly a huge fan now and forever. I will look him up!!

[@KatsCats2619]

George Michael was amazing 😊look up Wham as well!!!

[@tracyannchapel9384]

@@KatsCats2619 Okay Thanks I will! 🤗

[@lisafield4154]

We are all robbed of incredible talent, this is beautiful.

[@user-zl2qb3yz1d]

Sir Elton John told once: “I was at Live Aid and when we did Live Aid I had this big area built backstage which everybody could come and have a drink at, all the artists on the show. I went on before Queen and I wore this ridiculous kind of hat. Freddie came back and they’d completely trounced it! “I said, ‘Well, nobody needn’t go on now Freddie, you’ve just completely and utterly swept the board and you were absolutely brilliant’. He said, ‘Yes darling, we were… and what were you wearing? You looked like the f*****g Queen Mother!’ And I did.”

[@lawjef]

Глеб Глеб i went on before queen? How is that possible? Queen played during daytime and Elton played at night.

[@user-zl2qb3yz1d]

@@lawjef oi, mate. Type "Elton John tears remembering Freddie Mercury"... The first 1,5 min

[@robertolobina196]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4XcgmOqbKl2mJI

[@aprilgosa5779]

@@lawjef He said Freddie went backstage after Quen performed Meaning Queen went on before Elton but he performed more than just with George and George was later because you always sae the best for last he talked about it in Bare other than he t thought he over sang he said something else I forget but he did not hate this performance you know perfectionists and artists always think well I could have done it can do that better than I just did he wasn't miserable about it or anything and I loved it Georgey LOL George has more emotion in his range of singing and in his voice I mean look up Candle in the Wind sang by George Oh my lord Jesus did weep when he heard that wept because he was moved

[@mitchgawlik1175]

It's like Elton wrote this specifically for George to sing. Classic. Live Aid 1985 had some dynamic performances. I'm glad I'm part of that generation. *Edit* Back for another of many listens to this. This song, and George's interpretation of it will always ride high. Arguably Elton's and Bernie's finest composition.

[@thenightporter]

Gosh, it really DOES sound like it was written just for him. I was a teenager and remember watching this with my friend as if it were yesterday. I even remember what we had for dinner!

[@lisamiller3161]

Yes. Im so glad to be part of this generation too!! They dont make musicians like this anymore. I just cant believe I missed it when it happened. Where was I in 1985?! The 80's were a bit of a blur for me...LOL Too busy having fun I think. I sure do appreciate them ALL now though. Especially George Michael. He is my absolute favorite and Freddie and Queen are second!! Then Bowie. We had the BEST thats for sure!! ❤️

[@sandrajohnson2489]

Elton didn't write this song. Bernie Taupin did.

[@mitchgawlik1175]

@@sandrajohnson2489 I could edit my comment but why bother? We all know Bernie Taupin was Elton's word man, even me. Plus, if you read my comment all the way through you'll see that I gave both Elton and Bernie their props. Brighten up someone else's day.

[@debby631]

​@@sandrajohnson2489 Elton wrote the 🎶 music !!! He gets credit for that.

[@OWNSECOND]

As of today, 38 years later, the irreplaceable George is inducted to the Rock'n Roll Hall of Fame.... and Bernie Taupin as well... Time stands still....

[@martinbeeharry7543]

I attended Glastonburyin 2023 and elton paid this man the highest compliment georgw michael the most generous human bein that ever lived he gave gave gave very rarly took sadly missed by his fans and myself but we have masterclasses like this love you george 37 years later still listening 24/12/2023 ❤❤❤😢😢

[@joa724]

Amen to all!❤😂

[@user-pt5xq5rs1t]

George Michael is one of the best vocalists ever! He was truly a gem, and his voice was so beautiful. RIP George. Hope you sing somewhere peaceful.❤

[@sxyredwalker9454]

YES INDEED...SO MUCH SOUL BEAUTIFUL SONG😍😇😘🙌🙌🙌

[@SuzyQ334]

i hope there's a rock "heaven" because this old rock chick just wants to end up wherever the best jam session ever is going on .... Freddie Mercury, David Bowie, George Michael, Michael Jackson, Tom Petty, George Harrison. xx

[@yogssoulmate9735]

For me he was and is the very best of all time, I am absolutely sure there will never be another like him. 😍

[@AriesArtist8]

Yes he sure was..one of a kind❤🙏

[@helenpauls1496]

DANA TISCHLER Absolutely, brings tears to my eyes, just watching him and listening to his incredible voice again.

[@vickie3020]

George was one good looking man, with a big heart...He gave to charities his whole life anonymously..Love him!

[@carladean6117]

I love him, so sad he was hounded by hacks and trolls who only wanted to highlight his 'issues' rather than his talent and generosity

[@markdavis1611]

Hi Vickie

[@emagreene9775]

Thank you for sharing. I was a little girl and watched Live Aid on TV. I love George more today than I ever did. I can't say how much I wish he was alive. ❤

[@samlbear]

As Christmas approaches I’m brought here, also finished Andrews book, what a time it was RIP George you were the coolest

[@billysikes1374]

Didn't he pass away on Christmas day?

[@katiesimmons5877]

Me too. Every Christmas since 2016 I make it a point to listen to his music and revisit his videos. On Christmas day in 2021, one of his sisters passed away. So sad for his family -- should be happiest time of year but not for them.

[@alepryor]

George michael is so beautiful here and such an amazing voice. Elton's piano playing is amazing. Love this performance!

[@markdavis1611]

Hi Nance

[@dianeross290]

I watch this at least once every couple of weeks.

[@kasienkakaminska6915]

🤩🫶🏼🎬🎶

[@garys7828]

I was fortunate to have been at this amazing concert. 18 and just finished sixth form... What a day... What a performance

[@carladean6117]

Me too 😄 We are very lucky to have been at this monumental musical one off 🇬🇧💕

[@garys7828]

Just a great great day and period of our lives musically and culturally

[@martianwalker31]

Oh wow, I would love to go back to those times for some concerts ❤😂

[@boltonbarmyboy5277]

Just watched the other version of this from when they’re older. You can see how confident Michael gets with his voice / this song and it’s truly inspirational ❤️

[@thenightporter]

Yeah, George's later vocals on this, he really belted his heart out. In this version he is not as confident and is holding back but is still fantastic!

[@rwsales]

What it must have been like to be in that audience when George introduces Elton. I watch it just for that crowd reaction!

[@sharonrousseau3527]

What a voice. What a loss. So strong and pure.

[@boopsnoot2807]

Thank God that these concerts are free. During this crazy quarantine, it’s nice to have music for my daughter to listen to and enjoy and be able to watch.

[@bobmck7301]

Keep watching and stay safe. Cheers from Dundee...

[@blueskye6372]

Agree. De-stressed listening. 🎵🎶😄🙂👌💜💚

[@tombeyer375]

Boop Snoot Bless your heart for doing this with your daughter. You've created a memory she'll never forget. That's what dads are for!! My hat's off to ya!

[@melissatyree566]

Your a good dad. Thank God for u tube. Best wishes from ohio.

[@glindoraalford4284]

loo

[@athraahatif8045]

Oh my gosh I can't believe how Elton john could still silent all the time..he was very exciting but I think he was showing respect to the great George Micheal

[@pennstatekate08]

athraa hatif he was singing along with him you just couldn’t hear. But if you watch him closely he’s singing every word while playing

[@athraahatif8045]

@@pennstatekate08 sorry but I don't think he is singing

[@pennstatekate08]

No apology needed. Everyone has a right to their opinion. 🤷‍♀️

[@rain_down_]

His piano wasn't silent, that's his music. Clearly this arrangement was for George Michael to sing it and not Elton.

[@alaintrix]

I was thinking this, as Elton did not sing a part of the song, because he was marveling at George singing.

[@peak_of_eternal_light_moon]

Love how he went on stage together with Andrew and then gave this iconic performance 😭

[@anethers7545]

Everyone thinks of the amazing time George sings this and introduces Elton onto the stage, this is just as amazing, George was only 22 here, on stage with an absolute legend!

[@unclebugspayton]

WOW! Very powerful! Whom else is watching this today July 13 2020? 35years ago was like yesterday.

[@carladean6117]

ME . . . . 🇬🇧👏💕

[@MaryGrey60]

July 21 2020........I've this saved to favs; actual amazing MUSIC and amazing TALENT in the day!

[@edwardbalboa5528]

Idiot

[@unclebugspayton]

@@edwardbalboa5528 idiot? Why?

[@magnuslegernes176]

The only thing that is good with my generation is that we have KZbin and stuff like that so we can dream back to the times when music was something more

[@deirdremacdougall8415]

So agree

[@bonanonymouscrickett5231]

God I loved Elton. He was my ultimate fantasy brother. Inspired poetry came out of my soul!

[@MartonDev]

Exactly. Today's music is cancer

[@anajoaomartins7292]

It's not the only thing good, don't forget about the racism, homophobia, sexcism in others generation, on that our generation reallyade something great

[@yuvanproduction194]

@@anajoaomartins7292 how’s that good

[@livinginthealgarveportugal3357]

I was lucky enough to be on the front row by Freddys piano …I’m there before it started with a multicoloured umbrella with Wham written on it …..we only put it up during the concert when `George and Andrew came on with Elton John …George sang the first bit the came over and sang in front of me ….what an experience of course Freddy stole the show,Paul young was excellent,Phil Collins ,sting and wow Sade with her sexy sultry voice and stunning black backless top! 🥰

[@juanacervantes6012]

I KNEW there was a version where these two performed and Elton played piano live. Omg I’m beyond impressed with this performance!!!

[@giovannigoduti7827]

The one artist that done covers better than the original . The best

[@littlenicks9566]

Giovanni Goduti I second that

[@PFCD]

100% True

[@sep1664]

“Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr Elton John”....oh, no, he’s already there 😂

[@jaweiss34]

I did the same thing where i was expecting the part where he says that lol

[@TheOmniColour]

Hahahaha brilliant.

[@carolsiedzik8127]

Different concert🤣

[@roxanedevereux430]

🤣🤣👌👌

[@princessofhesse]

These two did this song together some years later, I think it was even better. Incredible voices.

[@costamesa22]

Correct about 4 years later in 1990 which was a duet. It was a bit more soulful in the tonality. This version is excellent but of course George sang it in the tonal range it was recorded not improvising much. Which is respectful given it was the first time they preformed it.

[@tonycowin]

Yeah, when George was releasing live covers to cover his contract with Sony I think. Only they were excellent and some of his best releases.

[@tomdude75]

​@@costamesa22where abouts

[@martianwalker31]

Oh yes, much better ❤

[@gonulcebeci]

"Ladies and gentlemen, Mr.Elton John!" was later:)

[@trixiec4880]

George Michael had the most gorgeous voice ever.

[@missinglinq]

1985 fashion was so embarrassing. Then George Michael rolls out with a classic James Dean look and saves the decade.

[@barbaraeden1877]

Exactly..George was pure class..Every outfit was just beyond incredible..❤️

[@shelahchapman1578]

That was the fashion back then!

[@sofiacorradini9007]

YES

[@pommiebears]

This wasn’t 1985.

[@SuzyQ334]

Wow ... is that the best you can do? George Michael is dead.

[@markwagner4909]

Today’s singers don’t even compare Simply amazing

[@hannaj4032]

39 years ago Elton introduced us to a legend! I wondered if he ever dreamed he’d outlive beautiful George.

[@wellingtonsc75]

There was only ONE George Michael!!

[@staffordandy]

Absolutely amazing vocals from George. Not a missed note.

[@kpsig]

He missed 1-2 at the beginning:-) just warning up!

[@louisescutti1998]

@@kpsig What did he miss ! He was perfect in every way !!!!!!!!

[@Shwarmageddon]

@@louisescutti1998 he was flat on a couple notes

[@PresidentGas1]

Not really his best and he would be the first to admit it ...... if he could. He was young .....

[@louisescutti1998]

@@Shwarmageddon I went back and listened to it again and I still don’t hear 1 flat note , just different from the one he did with Elton in 1992 , but still great!

[@Bugzysmom]

What a Beautiful Voice, we lost an artist when he left RIP

[@victorialevy431]

One of the finest, most talented men ever! I love you George. RIP baby. I miss you so very much. ❤💜💖💞💓💓❤💜💖💞💜💜💖💖💞💜💖💖💖💖💖💜💜💜💜💜

[@jacquievandoleweerd1355]

I get chills! That man had it all...looks, dance ability, song writing, the beautiful voice. I absolutely love Elton John, however, George Michael singing this song...nobody can beat the emotion that he gives it and the way he sings it is just amazing. What a huge loss to the world and women and men everywhere!

[@Linelle-jq2ol]

You said it beautifully.❤

[@onkelmarvin8360]

George Michael was not only a great singer, but a great performer too. Standing alone, singing infront of thousands of people, requires gigantic balls. R.I.P..........You were awesome mate ❤

[@gms77777]

Two absolute legends banging out a ballad at Wembley, not a phone in sight, just people enthralled and engaged at the beauty of it, will never be the same again

[@Buck783]

Elton bang on the Charlie and unfortunately George followed suit ! Drugs and the singing industry rife !

[@jefsiv]

There were no hand-held cell phones in 1985.

[@user-pk7vb9li7k]

Ridiculous comment about not a phone in sight

[@Aiila23]

Good point. Phones are a distraction.

[@MonstehDinosawr]

People used lighters instead.

[@lindsaylovvorn2127]

The fact he was only 21 about to be 22 when this was preformed is crazy to me! He was just so talented! Hell Careless Whisper he was like 19-20 writing it at 17 that shows just how talented he truly was!

[@PFCD]

He was so talented. He said he wrote his first song when he was only six. What an old soul he was! Truly one of the greats.

[@rosamercedescarrasqueroman2133]

El mundo no volverá a tener un artista de la talla de George Michael, era increíblemente atractivo, su voz te transportaba a la emoción más sublime y ni hablar de su puesta en escena, era increíble su carisma y humildad.

[@bridgetisjonesing5007]

George Michael was so beautiful here, just effortless style and so handsome!

[@Rose-kk3cb]

George Michael had one of the best voices..his live performances were brilliant

[@weedle30]

Oh George...... whyyyyy??? The world is missing you George - we need you to sing and make everything seem okay again ❤️❤️😥😥😥

[@markdavis1611]

Hi Helen

[@tizianamarino2022]

George was depressed

[@rudiepeeters6611]

100% the best singer ever! George was God❤️

[@chico-oq8mt]

realness!!!!!! raw talent!!! those were the days, no tick Tok, no social media and massive egos. just pure raw talent for an amazing cause!!

[@isisribeiroaesthetics3667]

I still think George Michael is underrated

[@deirdremacdougall8415]

I totally agree

[@jerrymalone1100]

How do you call underrated? This guy's name was George Michael. He was one of the top rated singers of his Era dude. Underrated my ass.

[@jerrymalone1100]

Of course you do sir.because your an uneducated idiot. Do yourself a favor. Shut up.

[@jamiew1664]

He’s brilliant, and the beautiful thing is, his voice only got better with age

[@PFCD]

Jamie W I totally agree. I remember watching this performance going OMG. Then Along Comes 1991's rendition and you could hear how he learned to use his voice to perfection as he was an absolute master at his craft. George said he was not happy with this performance. He said he felt he could do better and my goodness in 1991 he proved that you could go from Excellence to Sublime...the man knew he had more to give with that already amazing voice. What an unparalleled artist!!

[@jamiew1664]

@@PFCD you’re right, the 91 performance, the one that was released as a single, was much better from George. He took it to a new level. His performance of somebody to love is one of his best too, he stole the show that day with Queen

[@garyrichardson4195]

Pity all these replies posted after hes gone!!!!

[@1964mtm]

George is a legend, he doesn't need Elton John to make him one

[@Lidico.2020]

I've watched this umpteenth times, but still feel sad that he died. I know death is a debt for all human being but some are too soon....RIP

[@angeec.3312]

Is anyone here seeking the inspiration this iconic song brings, while the Coronavirus rages all around us? Great voice. March of 2020..

[@dangerousdennis1676]

I sing it it in the shower every morning and hope Im clean....

[@bobmck7301]

Great song suitable for all times, but even more for now, stay safe.

[@dangerousdennis1676]

Two great artists at there best...……..

[@bobmck7301]

I agree Dennis, cheers from Dundee.

[@dangerousdennis1676]

@@bobmck7301 Cheers to Dundee.....

[@cherisemelf4758]

This is solid gold. He nailed it! RIP George Michael thank you for the music

[@lesliejsmith9987]

Best male vocalist. Very very sad that he's gone

[@imnotftw]

They really got everyone to do Live aid. No one said no. And the quality of artists in this time. my lord, what a time to be alive.

[@josesinbruh34]

Michael Jackson ?

[@carlaaskilysest4985]

The voice. The soul. The heart. The passion. The genius. The talent. The fabulous. George Michael❤

[@jeronimo8870]

Как жаль что я не могу выразить свои чувства на английском.Он лучший.Люблю его.

[@carlaaskilysest4985]

@@myfingershavetheflu 💩

[@nurse511]

He’s voice was amazing, and no one rocks sunglasses like him. Miss him

[@chiquie3989]

I can't believe I've never seen this performance. God that man could sing!

[@Racedoc]

People don’t really know how big of a singer was George back in the day.

[@Zimsmen]

I just like how his jeans fit him.. especially the front view. This guy was really gifted in his music.

[@coypu2005]

RIP beautiful George Michael. Such a voice. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@gustavojuarez6673]

I still don't believe he's gone.... Sadness 😔

[@SoftRock8386]

I believe that somewhere in the world, there are people who feel the same emotions that I feel when I listen to masterpieces like this song.

[@nails_n_nature]

I miss George 💔

[@Sesamebee300]

Thank god for George Michael, he was a man that sung with passion.

[@CB-ol3gc]

A few take aways after watching this for the first time in 30 years since watching it on TV as a 12 yr old. 1. How GM forgets initially that Andrew is there with him and you can see he’s a little bit embarrassed that he forgot! 2. How EJ moves into the mike to sing the first line then backs away! 3. Waiting for EJ to join in at some point but he probably thinks ‘fuck it! This is too good’ and just rocks out like a kid with a massive grin on his face. 4.Just how f**king unbelievable GM’s voice and command of his space is and this makes me slightly sad that my kids simply don’t have that level of talent or legends around of this sheer calibre. Where are all the next generation’s proper classic acts that will fill stadiums in 30 years time?

[@karenjewell6543]

Stuck listening to WAP...damn shame.So glad I lived in (& through) the 80s!

[@jameswilkes451]

@@karenjewell6543 They're all out there. You just have to stop listening to the radio and find out where to look, and listen to young people who know their music!

[@airzillarocks]

At 2:08 Elton was going to come in on "But you misread...", and also at 3:26 "And I can't find...", but quickly backed off letting GM roll on... \m/

[@CB-ol3gc]

@@jameswilkes451 i do indeed buy new music all the time and rarely listen to current radio but unfortunately there has been little of note with regards to long standing global legacy for a very very long time.

[@Lynnwoody1]

I was a teenager in the 60's so witnessed the genius of the Beatles, but when l saw George on top of the pops in 1982 l knew instantly l was going to witnesses that genius again, and of course I was right, a truly talented man with the voice of an angel, when George sings (doesn't matter if it's his song or a cover) you feel the emotion it goes right through to your soul.its heartbreaking that he's no longer with us.l doubt l will ever witness that genius again in my lifetime. I can't get my head round the 2k people who disliked this l feel sorry for them.

[@helenatrela786]

What a pleasure listen to George Michael amazing VOICE. August 2023 and goosebumps as always. RiP GM❤