Freddie Mercury & Montserrat Caballé - Barcelona (Reaction!)

[@CherylHughes-z8d]

Two angels singing in heaven now 🌹❤️🌹

[@cookeymonster83]

And so until they really did meet again someday

[@nancyburt8791]

People don't become angels in heaven. Angels were created before man (Genesis). They were known as the sons of man, and were created to worship God and some became messengers of God. Most people believe that when we die, we become angels, but it isn't true. Don't just take my word for it, ask a pastor.

[@albaalba8255]

Few people know that Fredy was a Baritone. He loved opera, and was a great friend of the soprano Montserrat Caballé, he wrote and performed with her the album Barcelona, ​​a true gem, which mixed rock with bel canto. I invite you to listen to it

[@distanceismyplastercast]

The song is not about the city, it a love letter to Montsy and is about Freddie meeting her for thr first time in Barcelona. Just listen to the words "Barcelona it was the first time that me met" "the moment that you stepped into the room, it took my breath away". Freddie heard Montsy at Covent Garden in London and said she was the most beautiful thing he'd ever heard and that the whole World deserved to hear her, "I want all the World to hear you" is another lyric. Years later, he actually made it happen and Freddie with some help from friends wrote an entire album of duets for her.

[@Hammill33zfg]

Freddie wrote this for her. The whole album. He admired her.

[@mortenmj]

the draft was create during a jam session in her flat.

[@richardbetts673]

The adulation between them both is fantastic, especially this one and "How Can I Go On?" The way they looked at each other whilst performing is beautiful - they had such admiration for each other. Stunning vocals throughout the album, and this album is a Freddie Mercury showcase for his voice.

[@Ricky-tr2hd]

You think they'll be evolution from this kind of music. Amazing those were the days. Now we have artists like Cardi B...

[@mikeboyes7440]

Freddie wrote this for her as this is her home town

[@martinmillar7137]

Hey..joel from TLOU says geeerar ha 😅 probs summin in that like

[@Snue29]

They were very close friends. She was one of the few persons who Freddie told his diagnosis of HIV/Aids. And she said he could have been an opera singer for sure. Admired him like he did her. I love her voice. The control of la Superba (so she was called) was outstanding, especially in high pitch pianissimo. I like her more than Maria Callas for example. Now they sing in heaven together again.

[@juttapopp1869]

Montserrat wasn't just "an opera-singer", in her field she's as legendary as Freddie in the world of popular music.

[@russelmurphy4868]

The Last Great Diva of the 20th Century, in fact.

[@Elendúmire]

Montserrat Caballé was a star like Maria Callas in Opera's world.

[@Mloofylicious]

At the opening of the Olympics she performed the song live and he sang from a screen ( died prior to that). And when she sings the line "we'll meet again/someday" she pointed to him on the screen. That's when I hit my breaking point and started sobbing. A remarkable moment in the history of rock.

[@dougslaback3459]

You noticed that too. I broke down

[@dorothychumley3694]

Saw in a documentary she didn't really know who he was till she told her brother he wanted to do a duet with her and he said OMG! She learned it was a big deal

[@carolinechaney3287]

​@@dorothychumley3694I saw their interview where she admitted his music was always playing as her kids were massive fans of him.

[@sparrowlegs68]

Same here and still cry when I see it even now

[@Justicia007]

She was devastated when he died

[@deadlyredly1]

Their admiration for each other is even better than their voices quite honestly. They are so in love with doing this song, and it shows

[@TheDivayenta]

She had one of the most otherworldly voices of all time. An icon.

[@CuzKatieSaysSo]

Freddie and Monsarret adored each other. Now they can have concerts with the angels.

[@Seanadun]

Freddie became a great friend with Montserrat. He was a fan of hers for years before and asked her to sing with him. When it came out, it was a phenomenon. Barcelona became theme tune for the Barcelona Olympics in 1992, and Freddie wasn't there. He passes on November 24th, 1991. I cried for days. He was one of a kind.

[@bettybaby63]

This is a love letter by Freddie to “Montsy”. He idolized her. The whole project was an amazing accomplishment. He thought they would record one song, & she said “no, let’s do an album!” Freddie always joked, “oh shit, what have I gotten myself into.” There is a whole album to appreciate. With one of the significant pieces being exercises in free love which was a demo, that became Ensuedo.

[@bluebell3720]

not sure how this story started but Mike Moran explained EIFL was B side of his cover Great Pretender before he even planned on meeting her but when she asked to meet him he thought EIFL would be a great ice braker that's it he hadn't planned to work with her at that point he was working on his second solo album she misunderstood and thought it was a gift she got mike to write it out and performed it with him 3 wks later at covent Garden as a surprise for Freddie she had wrote lyrics for it when they decided to work together they worked on it and it became ensuno

[@carolechapman7857]

I think Freddie did have a desire to do opera!

[@leecarlson9713]

Montserrat was one of the premier sopranos of all time. In Spain, she was nicknamed ’La Superba,’ the superb. She was best known for her ability to sing very high notes very softly, which is exceedingly difficult to do, and maintain control. Freddie and Montserrat ( he called her that ) adored each other, and respected each other’s talent. They are both gone now, and the world is a dimmer place.

[@rossanderson5447]

I recall "Montsy" being interviewed about her time with Freddy and when asked what the most favourite part of her career was, she said her time with Freddy. Clearly by the body language and the way they looked at each other there is so much chemistry between them. Thanks for sharing

[@boozefueledreviews6928]

Freddie announced in an interview in 1986 that he wanted to work with Monsterrat... when it got close to being a reality, Freddie wrote Barcelona for her, since it was her home town! They became very close friends, and Montserrat talked about him like a true friend until her death. It's awesome to see the musical collabs, but even cooler when two people from vastly different backgrounds actually become friends! RIP Freddie RIP Miss Caballe Absolutely brilliant!!!

[@cindycorrigan3722]

Still, even now, gives me goose bumps. She did an interview after Freddie's death and she said she loved him to bits. 😊😊

[@jillosler9353]

Freddie heard Montserrat Caballe sing and fell in love with her voice. He asked to meet her - and fell in love with the person. They became great friends and hopefully they are both now singing together in heaven. Beautiful song!!!

[@nigelturner3251]

Freddie was a genius.

[@MizCriz46]

She was a huge star. Beloved. A rare soprano with a very warm voice.

[@insanerhardstyle5872]

and freddie admired her so much that we got this Masterpiece

[@larrycrain5659]

I'm 62 so I was around when Queen was popular but I never saw them in concert. I've said for years that when I invent a time machine, the first thing I'm going to do is go back and see Freddie Mercury in concert. What a voice.

[@juniorskywalker998]

Let me know when you do cause I'm coming with you I need to see this Live!! I'm 40 And love Queen/Freddy Mercury

[@EsTornino77]

Drop me of at one of the Wembley concerts !! :-)

[@vernhoke7730]

I'm 64 and saw them twice, both times at Madison Square Garden. In 1980 during the Game tour, shown in part in "Bohemian Rhapsody", and 1982 during the Hot Space tour.

[@ladydragon6854]

Look me up I'll gladly accompany you 63 this year and I regret never seeing Queen live ❤

[@cynthiamgrooms8195]

63 Chiming in! My Li’l Sis was a Queen Freak, while an older Stepsister was a Fainter for Elvis, making me Not want to deal with Either back when. I was all over the place from Black Sabbath to Barbra Streisand, the Old Crooners,& Motown!!! Wasn’t a fan at All of Screaming guitars aka Solos-probably bc I dated a good number of band members,& it gets Real Old hearing it Over & Over in practices, then gigs.🫣I was also exposed to Country & Blue Grass, bc you can take a Hillbilly outa the Hills, but you can’t take the Hills outa the Hillbillies, & Hated That!!!☺️Made my way through Many Concerts back when,& Woodstock would’ve fit me Very well!!! That said, I’ve grown to appreciate All the music I wasn’t into-Even Elvis, although I Still hear my sister’s Blood curdling Screams,& she passed many years ago now!!! We were Truly The Luckiest and Most Blessed in All the History of All music, to have such Stand Out Artists across All Genres, & Hope that it would Forever Live on, has been Shining Soooo Bright, with so many Great Reactors on the once only dreamed of on The Twilight Zone of Internet, & computers that we carry in our hands today!!! I especially Love how some have stated they now understand Why us old Folks say they Don’t know what Real music is, drowning their brains in the mud of Rap. I have come to enjoy a select few Rappers as well, none of which spew Hate, Disrespect, Anger, Bragging of Murders,& Crimes Committed Crap though. We were Blessed twofold with videos, where we can travel back in the comfort of our homes,& watch about Any Artist we can think of!!! While Some may want to travel back, I’m good being at home,& Not having to wait in long lines, missing performances, while doing a little wiggle, while wondering if a bathroom stall will empty up Before my bladder empties, so that’s an extra seat for somebody in the Time Machine!!! BTW! THIS PERFORMANCE Still gives me Goosebumps, is one of my Favorites Not Only bc it’s Amazing, but bc Freddy Lived a Huge Dream of his!!! RIP to Both!🥰🙏

[@harbs_cantina]

A tribute left outside Freddie's house after he passed said it all: America may have had the King of Rock and Roll, but we had the Queen.

[@ewelinanowakowska3164]

There is no limit in real talent,in real music,in real true love- then even opera Singer and rock star can singing together for us in 2024❤

[@cherylalexander1948]

Freddie Mercury was a huge fan of opera and ballet. Montsy was Freddie's favorite opera singer. The song Barcelona that Freddie wrote was used to open the Olympics in Barcelona.

[@nthingtoofear]

You don't see microphones because it is the album cut not a live performance. They were supposed to sing it to start the Barcelona Olympics incidentally, but he died prior and she refused to do it without him.

[@generalsaufenberg4931]

the king of his profession and a goddess singing together. this was the only time, i saw a humble freddie^^ and for a good reason, she is a female pavarotti. the best of the best.

[@lauracwhitney]

The two of them shared an intense love and respect for each other that transcended orientation. It was Magic. I am so happy that I found your excellent reaction channel. I am proud to subscribe. Well done.

[@grantscharoff]

Those were the last live performances of Freddie. He never showed up with Queen after this. Montsy knew he was sick as Freddie admitted to her and he told her he wanted to write a whole album while he still can. So he did. He wrote Barcelona album for her. You know well in his last days he never stopped writing music. Imagine you are sick terminally and you have the energy to write 3 more albums with Queen. I don't know why Freddie left us so early but I still wonder what the world of music would be with him still making songs... his legacy is immortal.

[@susancooper3111]

@ Ivaylo Thank you for your beautiful words about Freddie so Sebs understands it all. You brought tears to my eyes.

[@mattpotter8725]

​@user-normswebThis is true, but notwithstanding everything you said it is still him singing, albeit in a studio, which I think with how sick he is is a testament to how great he was, even right up until the end. I don't think your comment takes anything away from him, or the song, but you are right in that it was never truly performed live, Freddie was too sick to do that by that time.

[@MrIcecolddd]

Bless Freddie 😢 I’m sure both Freddie and Montsy are both doing live concerts in heaven

[@huracan200173]

It sounded so good cause they were both amazing. I don't think many rock singers could've done that to be honest. Freddie was one in a billion.

[@leebassa1545]

Freddie and Montserrat absolutely adored each other. They were good friends.

[@melissaleigh5220]

He loved her ❤

[@lauriedengel7988]

This version of this song always gives me goosebumps, they were both immense, legendary talents. I was lucky enough to see Queens final live performance at Knebworth House in 1986, it was an amazing experience and something I will never forget.

[@kizunadragon9]

Freddie wrote this because his dear friend wanted him to write a song about her home town of Barcelona. this was in 1991 the year of Freddie's death and a peculiar thing happened to Freddie. The sicker he got and the closer to death he got the stronger his voice became, in some parts I dare say his vocals overpowered hers, and she is a legendary opera singer. Freddie had a full 4 octave range and thats very rare for a singer.

[@thelittlethingsinlife239]

This wasn't 1991. This was still 80s

[@1944bwa]

They were great friends. Monty’s said that the year she worked with Freddie was the happiest of her life.

[@anissia1210]

Freddie's voice is the best to ever be on this Earth!!! His voice will never be beaten! His voice, song writing, his performance, control over an audience, he's definitely the best that's ever been!!!

[@dakota3718]

Fantastic! I can watch this over and over and over again, it gives me goosebumps, I love the part where he says the first time that you walked into the room you took my breath away, ughhhh I love it!!!! He pulls the audience on stage with him, he says, hey you, come here and sing with me, sighs, He is one of a kind, there will never be another,

[@traver1965]

Caballé praised Mercury's versatility as a performer, noting his ability to sing a wide range of musical styles. As a trained classical singer, Caballé was familiar with the technical aspects of singing, and she recognized Mercury's unique talent and approach to music. Caballé often spoke about her admiration for Mercury's musicianship and his ability to connect with audiences worldwide.

[@adrianleigh7410]

Freddy was a massive fan of Montserrat Caballe and they met for the first time ever to discuss this collaboration. Needless to say he was totally starstruck at meeting his idol. There is a making of video and he explains about his love of opera in particular Montserrats music.

[@marvalstith2749]

Their collaboration was a dream come true for our Freddie. AND, Montserrat was overwhelmed with his musicality.....' he composes for ME!" It was a cherished experience because they both loved music. She said 'he is music'. (BTW the opera diva was with his parent's at the unveiling of Freddie Mercury's statue in Switzerland long after his death.) It all came to life after she asked him to compose a song to enter in the contest for official song for the 1992 Olympics being held in Barcelona. So Freddie and Mike Moran (directing this wrote Barcelona, Mike the music and Freddie the lyrics. ).

[@Haziesmom2023]

I love this so very, very much!!!!

[@natasjadirken5633]

I love how your face lights up enjoying every second. Brings tears in my eyes and every reaction I watch from Queen/Freddie reminds me how proud I am to be a plus 40 years long Queen fan. Watching this clip still gives me shivers even though I must have seen it and heard it over a 1000 times ❤

[@katrinacash6393]

The most amazing thing you will hear is Freddie’s “Exercises in Free Love”. He wrote a song that would become “Ensueno” on their album, sang MONTSERRAT’s high soprano part to show her what he had written for her and sent it to her. His falsetto is amazing and you would never think it was Freddie singing until the points where he dips to the lowest notes. It’s unbelievable. Montserrat Caballé was Freddie’s favorite opera singer and a huge diva. She was called “La Superba” in the opera world.

[@GinMae]

YES. Katrina!

[@bluebell3720]

not sure how this story started but Mike Moran explained EIFL was B side of his cover Great Pretender before he even planned on meeting her but when she asked to meet him he thought EIFL would be a great ice braker that's it he hadn't planned to work with her at that point he was working on his second solo album she misunderstood and thought it was a gift she got mike to write it out and performed it with him 3 wks later at covent Garden as a surprise for Freddie she had wrote lyrics for it when they decided to work together they worked on it and it became ensuno

[@GinMae]

@@bluebell3720 Thanks, Bluebell! I had not heard the details on this... fascinating.

[@sharonallforloveandpositiv5497]

​@@bluebell3720 thank you!! It pains me to keep seeing time and time again wrong information put out about EIFL and how it came to be heard by Montserrat Caballe. Not being pedantic but if you give out info, please ensure it is the correct info. Lol.

[@Gigi-rq4uj]

Freddie Mercury est né en 1946,il est magique et inégalable.Mme Monserrat était une des plus belle voix de soprano,elle a rejoint Freddie en 2018 sur son étoile. CE DUO EST MAGNIFIQUE !!!! Gigi de Bruxelles😍.Merci Sebs Duran

[@LisaG442]

I’ve listened to this song hundreds of times, still makes my arm hairs stand up 🙂

[@malcolmjelley561]

He was so in awe of her he was so nervous doing this song with her

[@junehargreaves6837]

The moment that you walked into the room you took my breath away....fabulous

[@pamelariker5525]

Love your comment. Please could I ask where in the world you are. I'm in Arizona.

[@carolynwoolman3068]

He loved opera and went often. This was his dream

[@tammyjackson3113]

Now do The Golden Boy, it will take you to church. This was Huge, no one had ever merged rock and opera before, only Freddie could pull this off. The loved each other so much and she was one of the few people he told about his illness.

[@madurso]

Both were absolutely great persons. I love the hole album.And you are right, The Golden Boy is fantastic - an incredible mix of opera, gospel and rock or La Japonaise (a loving tribute to a close Japanese friend of Queen) they both sing in japanese. Montsy was such a lovely and completely unpretentious person. Her version of Silent Night, which she sings with her daughter in German (the original language of this song), cannot be put into words because of its beauty and perfection.

[@donaldgilbreath4200]

Qyueensrych merged rock and opera. But it was different it was more rock. Thus is more opera.

[@donaldgilbreath4200]

I first was exposes to opera in 3rd grade when we took a field trip to see " The Barber of Seville." Then later I saw " the Phantom of the Opera", in 89. After that I would catch a show here and there.

[@teszik]

And "How can I go on"

[@jice7074]

@@donaldgilbreath4200 Meatloaf as well. And very different as well.

[@vickiebify]

God watching this made me emotional - I remember it so well and to think he was ill God I cried with my school friend in class when new came out he had passed

[@debramoore7513]

Awwww - Freddie and Montserrat Caballe’ .. a musical affair that blessed the world with stunning vocals & pure magic!! Freddie wrote this song inspired by the first time meeting Montsy. It was also used as the theme song for the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games. Sadly, Freddie passed away in 1991 and was unable to perform it with Montsy at the Opening Ceremonies!

[@tommullenix9493]

I see you all over the place 😻way to represent my friend 💕

[@debramoore7513]

@@tommullenix9493 I’m representing our club, too!! 🙋‍♀️👑💕

[@tommullenix9493]

👏 good job. Love seeing you & Ginny Mae in the comments 🤗

[@sharonwyatt298]

Ive watced this quite few times this week bd cried every time,its so emotional 😢

[@andreakormosnekacso4804]

👏👏👏 Thanks for this great reaction! Freddie Mercury was so much more than a rock singer, he was a brilliant musician, an excellent singer, songwriter, storyteller. He had an eclectic musical taste and the range to sing operatic songs. Montserrat Caballé was one of the most famous opera divas of the last century, she was famous for her very high soft notes. Freddie and Montserrat became good friends very quickly, they adored each other and Montserrat was brave enough to take the risk to sing with a rock star, because she recognized the Musician in Freddie instantly. There are 2 more songs at La Nit The Golden Boy (that is even more dramatic) and How Can I Go On, worth to check them out. Freddie and his friend Mike Moran completed a full album with beautiful melodies for this golden duo.

[@JanS1]

Freddie loved opera and loved Montserrat Caballe. They met and sang all night together at Freddie's home. He hoped for a song, she wanted to do an album. They became very close friends. Sadly, she is now also gone but we have this amazing music that was so important to her and to Freddie. A dream come true.

[@stuartxxxxx3392]

Very honest reaction. Your faces were a picture. Well done .

[@dan56-fl8ge]

Brilliant, Groundbreaking just typical Freddie what a talent taken too soon

[@MsCorbacho]

Just ………..beautiful !

[@Barbara-pd8qg]

Wahnsinnig schön gesungen ❤

[@ingallsma]

This is the first time I've seen/heard this song/performance. He's brilliant. Bravo on your opera experience.

[@carolynschmidt5467]

He is belting out. She is holding back. That makes it work.

[@Flapsupnolights]

Brings me to tears everytine I see that. What a talent. Sadly missed.

[@gailgreet-wheeler933]

They truly loved each other until the end can you imagine them in charge of the angelic chiors heaven is rocking

[@steviesellers]

Freddie said it was the best thing he has ever done , he wrote this for Caballe being his fav opera singer and she is from Barcelona so when Barcelona got the 92 olympics in 88 there was a celebration and this song was perfect for them to do a duet

[@Andy-nl8uq]

I end up with tears in my eyes every time i see one of his later performances. Such a talent, such a loss. Some of his best work was right before he passed. I was raised on queen and freddie, absolutely gutted i was too small to have seen him.

[@Molix1981]

Probably the best music duet...👌

[@Almcingrid3663]

Freddie said it was his dream to sing with her. She was his idol.

[@caeliknight]

Monserrat reportedly said that with training Freddie could have been a big opera star like that of Pavoratti

[@susanengland3919]

After Barcelona was selected to host the 1992 Summer Olympics, Mercury was approached to write a song as a theme for the forthcoming games. The idea was to create a duet with Caballé, as she was from the city. He had been a long-standing admirer of her and she in turn grew to respect his talents very highly. The song was written by Freddie Mercury and Mike Moran. This obviously wasn't done AT the Olympics since Freddie died in 1991. Barcelona was created for the 1992 Olympic Games in the Spanish city, but recorded five years earlier and released on October 26, 1987.

[@Macron87]

Was this version recorded in 1988, when the olympics ended in Seoull

[@shelbie2490]

So many vocalists out there (alive and passed) and each adds their own beauty to the world. 😍

[@carrielaliberte3255]

:) Bless you both :). Freddie is hands down, a legend! Freddie and Monserrat... phew! That was magic to see and hear. Two very powerful singers, and their love and respect for each other stood out!❤ beyond precious. The world is Grateful that they could do this when they did. RIP 🙏🏻 to two legends! ❤❤

[@nekane6168]

For those Who don't know her, she was a spanish (from Barcelona) world renowned opera singer. Nicknamed "La superba" (the superb/magnific in italian). Big name in ópera around the world.

[@brendayoungblood9484]

They had great love and respect for each other and it shows in their performance and they were dear friends.

[@jentromp1]

OMG...i had no idea...WOW

[@GryLi]

He was magic

[@TheWilsontm]

Absolutely love Freddie! This is an amazing performance, thanks.

[@4242oscar]

They both wanted to sing together and were terrified of meeting. They became very close friends. She attended his statue ceremony. She also refused to sing with any other male singer because they weren't Freddie Mercury. Pavarotti loved Freddie Mercury so much that he sang in his tribute concert.

[@hadjiptstudios]

The loved and respect so much each other!!! She was a true friend and confident of him!! He thought of her as a Godess....

[@AlSnoopsReid]

I could see you welling up, just as I do every time I hear this. Totally amazing. Well done you two.

[@zigman63]

Ashamed to say I had forgotten how amazing this was and still is.

[@carolynwoolman3068]

They did a number of songs. They came to be such great friends until his end

[@SD-mw1hz]

Freddie had the voice but he was oozing with charisma and the camera loved him. He was a Performer.

[@Frankamaria]

that makes me missing Montserrat... she was a legend. One of my favourit Spanish Sopranos on earth

[@Amy_just_loves_music]

This has become a favorite of mine. Freddie is my favorite of all time! He loved opera and when he saw Montsy, as he called her, they became very good friends. He thought she had the most beautiful voice he'd ever heard. They have done interviews, you can see the love/respect they had for each other. Amazing ❤️🎶

[@lauracwhitney]

She was a worldwide beloved Opera singer from Barcelona, Spain.

[@JPVLDRodrigues]

I remember this! It was magical!

[@franciszeksywula7517]

Freddie Mercury has a background in opera singing Pop

[@ioanmullholland2489]

this was playing on my car stereo, the night i was racing to the hospital for the birth of my eldest son.... this song means so much to me.

[@johnsmith-es7zk]

There are some lovely interviews with Monserrat (Montsy) talking about Freddie on u tube. They had such a deep affection and respect for each other. If you watch the song "How Can I Go On" you will love Montsy's reaction at the passion with which Freddie sings.

[@janiceobernberger8846]

Beautiful simply beautiful love it

[@cynthiacourson7973]

Freddie idolized Montserrat Cabbelle Freddy Freddy,. She contacted Freddie and proposed that they sing together. Freddie was privileged thought sure one song we can do that. She said no several songs. So she wanted him to write several songs that they could sing together. A dream come true for him.

[@donrobbie1461]

Freddie was already suffering from Aids when this was performed and album with the two of them was recorded!

[@JohnJackson-mn4ts]

Freddie loved opera and Montserrat Caballé was his favourite soprano, he thought she was an absolute diva. He requested to meet her and they became good friends. Then one evening, while Montserrat was in England they got together and wrote a song about Montserrat’s home city.

[@garyfallows1123]

Only one word, MASTERPIECE

[@barnigranero5882]

This still gives me a tingly spine and I've been listening to it for decades.

[@RachelDacusAuthor]

Thank you for a gorgeous musical experience I might never have found. Two voices meant to duet, in a spectacular collab. Sebs, thanks for sharing about your musical background. No wonder you're such a great reactor to musical performances.

[@GerardPare]

Freddie Mercury was one of the greatest of all time

[@gmdhargreaves]

The lady with the incredible hair ❤❤❤s stunning!!

[@leslieduncan2405]

Brings tears to my eyes...MISS YOU SO MUCH FREDDIE!!!😩

[@simonatkinson6389]

Freddie adored Montserrat's voice and when he did finally meet her they became instant friends. Considering the state of his health at the time he did this concert this is still one hell of a performance!

[@celsonicoliniTV]

Freddie Mercury fell in love with the voice of Montserrat Caballé when he heard her sing live in an opera. Later, on a TV show in Spain, Mercury commented that he was a fan of the lyrical singer. Caballé learned of the comment and the meeting of the two was arranged. Freddie and Montserrat spent the night singing, talking and soon became friends. At one point, Mercury suggested that they record a song together. And Caballé asks: One? How many songs does a rock album have? Mercury replied: Ten. And Montserrat concluded: So let's record ten. Mercury teamed up with songwriter Mike Moran and wrote all the tracks on the Barcelona album. The title song ended up being chosen as the theme for the 1992 Olympics in the Catalan city. In this clip, despite the presentation being live, due to the complexity of the song, Mercury and Caballé perform using the playback feature.

[@colinbooth531]

Better late than never. We appreciated Freddie when he lived. The day he died is still the saddest celebrity death of my life, I cried in French class aged 14.

[@StevanOvich61]

I've been to those fountains in Barcelona. Set to music - Amazing!