First Time Reaction To- "Queen- Love of my Life and Is this the World We Created"

[@billhustler6590]

Brian & Freddie were just AWESOME together!!! I was lucky to see them three times!

[@mmaloneym]

There was a documentary and Brian said they needed another short song for their album so he and Freddie stayed in the studio and wrote it. The idea came from a commercial on TV for Christian charities showing starving children which affected both of them greatly. They sang that song at Live Aid later in the evening around 9:30pm. It was perfect for the Live Aid occasion. Bob Geldoff asked Freddie and Brian to do it while they were setting up for Paul McCartney. Fantastic two songs. No other front man could ever control an audience like Freddie. Back then no one ever ever sang the songs of the band who was putting on a show. Queen was first. Freddie’s charisma was amazing!!!

[@MargotRecabarren]

mmaloneym ..., thanks for the information... !! Love Freddie since... ever!! Beautiful song.., beautiful Brian and his acoustic guitar... beautiful Freddie’s voice!!

[@mmaloneym]

Margot Recabarren you are most welcome and I agree with you 100%!

[@reecewharf]

What do you mean by later in the evening?

[@mmaloneym]

@@reecewharf queens group performance was at 6:41pm. Freddie and Brian did the song Is This The World We Live In later on around 9:30pm.

[@Sobolady89]

@@reecewharf If you watch the Live Aid video this song is at the end of the video, but people cut it off when they leave the stage after We Are the Champions.

[@robertasorensen6155]

This was 1986. Is This The World We Created was the closing song at Live Aid in 1985.

[@dianefowler8779]

The second song here was absolutely perfect for Live Aid. The words apply as much today as when the song was written, and probably always will be. Yes, it was brilliant work by both Freddie and Brian. The deep emotion in Freddie's voice gives me chills, and it was and is perfect for what is happening all over the world!

[@sabvixen3374]

Freddie at his magnetic best and Brian showing subtlety and touch on the 12 string. Glorious

[@dianefowler8779]

Again, a great and thoughtful react. Is this The World We Created was a BRILLIANT piece of work, especially in light of Live Aid! Anybody who was there or watched or listened "for the concert" certainly had their heartstrings tugged by this song!

[@Terri6868]

Thanks for the double. Brian sings this now at every Queen concert. Look at the last tour. Freddie sings at the last. It’s very moving. 👑

[@claude-emiliecloutier8186]

I must admit I had never heard Love of my life before last December when I saw Bohemian Rhapsody and I am 57. Of course I knew who Queen was but never became a fan, of any other group too for the matter. I have become a real fan since though, they have powerful lyrics, sang by the most beautiful voice of all time surrounded by outstanding musicians. Love these two songs, love Queen, love Freddie and I really like both of you. Thanks, I can't wait for you to listen to March of the black queen and The prophet's song.

[@jodiwood5311]

Claude-Émilie Cloutier Yay! Been listening to Queen since 1974 and so happy to hear of new fans like you who really appreciate this talent - whether Freddie is here or not, this music is amazing and will influence generations.

[@paulmcinerney5995]

I had the privilege of being there as a 16 year old, happy days!

[@TheBassPlayer]

Lucky!

[@John-hn6zy]

Someone once asked Freddie what was his favourite instrument. He said “ the audience darling.”

[@sarahosty8066]

Love of My Life is one of my top 5 favorites almost makes me cry every time

[@denisebartlome6972]

Speaking of Betty Boop, when I was planning to see Queen this past July I remembered that iconic shirt. I searched the globe and found a tshirt exactly like it in a shop in the Bahamas. I ordered it and when it arrived I had a seamstress friend cut the sides up, cut the collar and sleeves. She duplicated it to perfection. At the concert I must have had 100 people ask where I got it! What fun! I bet that little shop got loads of orders! I saw them in '74 and '81. First time seeing them without Freddie this summer. Wanted to take a little of Freddie with me!

[@bettybaby63]

Is this the world we created? was written pre live aid, and Geldof asked the band to do a song toward the end of the show & they knew this would be the perfect choice. This is discussed during a preshow interview the band gave.

[@lisaargyrou1488]

Wow 🥰 we still love you Freddie ❤️ Freddie Mercury ❤️

[@MargotRecabarren]

Hermosos temas... beautiful songs... Brian is amazing with the acoustic guitar.., Freddie’s voice is so tender and soft and strong and powerful at the same time..!! Today is November, 19 November 24th is near .... A sad but important date is coming for millions of Freddie Mercury fans 😢 ... and I think England is indebted to him !!! 💔💔💔💔

[@valogden]

If you have not seen a version of Brian singing Love of My Life from any if the current Queen concerts you should look it up. It's beautiful with all the lights from people's phones on and Freddie singing at the end. I haven't been to a show before and know I will be in tears when he does it this fall at their US tour. I have tickets for a couple of shows.

[@heathercronkhite4568]

You should react to Barcelona Freddie and Montserrat Caballé wow

[@bettybaby63]

Idk if you’ve ever listened to love of my life as it is on the album. It’s quite different as it’s piano based, with full instrumentation. Brian actually plays the harp When the song was introduced to audiences in 1977, Brian would tell them how they reworked the song to be played with just the 12 string guitar. It’s wonderful to see the audience sing along with Freddie, but those earlier versions are absolutely beautiful. Freddie’s voice was so pure. Same goes for somebody to love. Is this the world we created is amazing & the message is timeless. Great reaction, and it’s great to see you two interpret these songs from two different generation perspectives.

[@misfits1985]

One and only Freddie 🇬🇧

[@peterphilippi8655]

These were both at live at Wembley in 86

[@daveloboda1769]

I was at Wembley that night, July 1986. I was roughly in the direction of the huge spotlight you see to Freddie's right in shots from behind, THE best gig I've ever been to. Inspirational.

[@carlajimenez5483]

They actually wrote the song to finish the album and they played it later on live aid in 85

[@sarahosty8066]

Queen is definitely my favorite band and second favorite to that going forward I highly recommend ABBA! Our late father got us hooked on them when we were kids my dad would play their vinyl records and I would sing and dance along in the living room I highly recommend Dancing Queen, Fernando, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! A Man after Midnight, The Winner Takes it All, Voulez Vous, and I’ll Be Waiting for You to name a few of my faves!! God Bless!!!

[@edinaedina6127]

Freddie❤❤❤

[@bettybaby63]

Fun fact: in earlier shows Brian talks a great deal. Rog sometimes too. Loves these 2 songs.

[@eturfrey]

1986

[@Janetjrfan]

Here is the Live Aid version, for your personal viewing pleasure!

[@billhustler6590]

Reaction Request: Alice's Restaurant By Arlo Guthrie Its a Thanksgiving Tradition!!!

[@mickanderton4763]

this was 1986!live aid was 1985

[@DukeEnlil]

Thank You for Queen! Please react to Queen- Get down make love

[@TheBassPlayer]

We’ll definitely take a look at it!

[@patriciaweatherspoon1262]

There is a video that Queen did for Live Aid look it up on KZbin.

[@TheBassPlayer]

We reacted to Queens full set on Live Aid.. it’s got over 4,000 views on it. Scroll down a little further

[@bettybaby63]

The Bass Player I think maybe they meant the Is this the world we created song performed at live aid. Most vids cut it out, especially on the vids that haven’t been remastered. There were some sound issues. Not sure if your reaction included that. There are versions where the feedback has been cut out of the performance & it’s a really powerful one!

[@TheBassPlayer]

No, the version I did did not have it in there. But be on the lookout for something special 👀

[@bettybaby63]

Patricia Weatherspoon I accidentally gave your comment a 👎. Stupid iPhone keypad. 👍👍👍👍

[@bettybaby63]

The Bass Player oh yay! You should do the preshow interview too, it’s pretty short & there is a point where you could imagine Freddie saying “hold my beer” lol

[@elizabethhewins464]

Would you look at that 12-string guitar!

[@belindamelville8228]

Hello Dad...😊😊😊

[@alessandro102]

Please react to One vision or Who wants to live Forever live on Budapest

[@lukanovak1492]

Great videos/reactions! Please react to Barcelona by Freddie and Montserrat Caballe

[@XBY5522]

Is this the world we created is a filler song for the The Works album. Given the fact that Freddie does not practice his religion but he created a moving song which is very relevant up to this date

[@RichardTatersMicBJs]

This was a bit ago, but I'm gonna say it anyway. Betty-Boop was from the 30s, dude. (Not really my generation, either. 😉)

[@susieq9801]

You're "The Bass Player" but you listened to two songs without bass? :)

[@TheBassPlayer]

Just cause that’s my screen name, doesn’t necessarily mean I’m going to focus entirely on bass lines. I focus on the group as a whole. We have acknowledged Deacon in some of the videos, we just don’t focus on it all the time.

[@susieq9801]

@@TheBassPlayer - I was simply teasing you. Notice the smiley face? :)

[@garnet0101]

Is your ring ruby or garnet. I am January 1, garnet.

[@TheBassPlayer]

I’m not sure to be honest..

[@barbaracondorato7440]

"We are in the world, but not of it" I think this is what you were trying to say. This is something Jesus said to His disciples!