Freddie Mercury's Iconic Voice Explained

After Freddie Mercury passed away, scientists went to work on what made his voice so legendary; this is what they found.
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[@Grunge_Fan]

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[@Riley98414]

Thx

[@leavoda3791]

Got it. Freddie was a mythological siren, luring people into loving his music and subsequently their own lives.

[@Moon_groovy]

Beautifully said.

[@OpenDoorHypnosisHealingTV]

EXACTLY 💯 ❤

[@justincredible.]

Nope

[@brettrossi034]

I'd say that is what I choose to believe

[@mr.q6162]

​@@Moon_groovyvery

[@vamplyrics9639]

He was a gift to this world

[@piky4]

gay

[@shitypcbuild]

He is indian

[@ponterbee240]

Listen to the “Jazz” album… with headphones or earbuds or something: from ‘78 to ‘86 Mercury’s voice was overwhelmingly superhuman. Absolutely NO-ONE sounded like him.

[@jennyfab312]

Jazz proved that Queen can cover ANY genre. Hell, on Stone Cold Crazy (Sheer Heart Attack), he was a pioneer of the rock/rap subgroup. Queen, especially Freddie, could just do whatever he wanted and it worked (Except Back Chat)

[@tdudethetrain]

Love Jazz.

[@tdudethetrain]

@@jennyfab312 I love back chat. What’s wrong with it?

[@BungicideOfficial]

@@tdudethetrain people just tend to dislike hot space in general because of the albums style, i love the album though even though its different i love most the songs and is probably my favourite 80's queen album (yep im putting it above miracle and the game, dw though they are both still great)

[@tdudethetrain]

@@BungicideOfficial yea it’s my favorite 80s album too. Definitely different but still really good.

[@cr4a2zy0hemp8]

My first concert was Queen! Will never forget! What an event and to see Freddie perform was such a sight to see!

[@bossmama7864]

You lucky bum! I am green with envy!

[@gustavopie3106]

@boss mama As am I haha, that’s a heavenly experience to see Freddie alive

[@whenindoubtgrenadeout]

Cool

[@andreamack7867]

I was at Knebworth for his last live performance with Queen. At that time he must have known about his situation and probably didn’t feel too great but none of us even had a clue. He was still performing as he always did

[@kirkhammster]

I envy you so much

[@ShivangiKrishna]

Imagine being so extraordinarily talented that scientists are studying your body to find answers even decades after your death

[@amvideos1041]

Nowadays majority of scientists are useless just like engeneers good in everything except engeneering

[@gvgv3515]

I'm a respiratory therapist and I'm trained to insert the breathing tube for putting a person on mechanical breathing machines a.k.a. ventilators. A special device is required to move the tongue out of the way to view the vocal cords. Yes, false cords are real and in some adults, they look as big as the true vocal cords. We were taught to make sure we don't use excess force inserting the tube because it will potentially cause scar tissue and cause damage to the voice quality. It may sound petty compared to losing your life, but if the patient's profession is singing, or lecturing, you could ruin their career! Now this clip states that Freddy's vocal capability was evaluated by scientists to look into its biological source. Providing this was done when Freddy was alive and well, I'd believe the validity of the clip. However if they were merely listening to recordings and " guessing " the cause of his range, then this is NO better than the people posting in this thread! His overbite has nothing to do with his ability. The false cords DO sit close to the actual vocal cords and do vibrate, but in and of themselves don't produce a voice. The vibration CAN be strong enough to create a raspy quality like a saxophone . A sort of growl in the lower register, becoming more raspy as the octave gets higher. The singer Bonnie Raitt has that quality, but its natural in her voice. Deborah Harry of Blondie has a similar quality, but she has the ability to sound as soft as velvet, and then go to a gritty sound . That is the true vocal cords doing the work but the false cords MAY factor in. Repeated growling and rasp can damage the true vocal cords over time . Freddy was blessed to have the vocal ability he did, and could go from a whisper to a belted out roar / scream, and a baritone low, to a soprano high range!! R.I.P. Freddy

[@ginblossom70]

WOW. Thank you very much for taking your time to explain that. Well written post as well. 👍😊

[@ardethsmith8066]

111111111111

[@irenedemarco1354]

Freddy refused to get his teeth fixed....because HE BELIEVED his teeth helped push sound out... His own words....and to do with word annunciation within the song

[@soundseeker63]

Since Freddie passed away in 1991, I very much doubt this clip is based on anything other than guess work on how he sounds. But I'm curious, would you say there are any anatomical differences or traits that exceptional singers have in common? Or is it more just a matter of specialised skill than anatomical advantage? Or some combination of both, like being an athlete for example?

[@user-qg5wg9ut2o]

Thank you for sharing your amazing knowledge to explain Freddie's Exquisite voice ❤

[@juliekamrath984]

His voice is totally unique as he was. So miss his the music he will never make. Rest in peace Freddie.

[@lindabarrow]

I listened to him sing the operatic song called, “Barcelona” with a famous female opera star: gives me goosebumps every time!!!!!

[@beeyotch3381]

Have you listened to “how can i go on”? Its them two again and they both sound magnificent

[@carolgeorgeson9632]

He was an amazing singer ..I loved this man

[@barbiefornier6546]

❤ Freddie Mercury will for always be transcendent ... his music will live on...☆

[@eveliinaniilivuo7329]

Man’s a total legend! So talented in so many different ways, and of course a fashion icon!🤩😍 His music and memory will last forever.♥️

[@ninfastuart5451]

For me he never died. Never! he was a genius. He steal a genius. I love him so much. It's unfortunately what happened 😭❤❤❤

[@flora3177]

The Best ❤ You are simply the best Better than the rest Better than anyone! Freddie Mercury was much more than a rock star, he was a Genius!.. Irreplaceable!❤

[@pathealy7038]

Genius and he was also a perfectionist- in everything he did

[@kelligreer3975]

His voice and creativity were out of this world!!! We were blessed to enjoy his music.

[@karengentry2633]

I have seen a picture of him and Princess Diana together before. ❤️

[@pathealy7038]

Photo shopped- they never met

[@sylviafoust9545]

Such a lovely man. Extraordinary singer. On stage presence was incredible!

[@JoeZaccaris]

He's literally the greatest male rock singer of all time --- everyone agrees on that

[@Jack-dx9rw]

Let the man rest in peace 🕊️

[@caramelcandy5147]

Gone too soon. I love that man!!

[@okeenalasady1321]

Love him a lot ,,, and missing him a lot ,,, I think about you often R.I.P love

[@ТамараКитаева-э9х]

Я тоже, очень скучаю и люблю 💖

[@debradonato5659]

I saw Wieen live in 1977 His Voice Was Great 👑♥️🌟💙🎼🎶🎵🎤🎸🥁💙👑

[@alberardiscohn1962]

He was always an incredible person I remember the night he passed away I was living in Santa Ana California dating Patty Garcia we just came out of the sizzler on I believe it was 17th and Bristol and that's when we heard the news

[@carolgeorgeson9632]

Fell in love with him when I was 12

[@Casper61378]

Amazing talent, who died to soon.❤😢

[@stevenmartin3920]

He was, and is the greatest singer of all time. ..PERIOD! Anybody disagree? I'm here with science and admiration to explain.

[@blakepowers777]

Freddie was/and is a gift from God. Like Elvis, he was put here to bring joy to our ears and souls. I miss him sooo much. 🥂🍾💕

[@alemontreemydearwatson9775]

The fact thet needed dozens of different vocalists to perform Queen songs at the tribute concert is a reminder of Freddie's amazing unparalled vocal talents . Long live FM.

[@joannemadden7449]

It's similar to how The Monk's train Their Vocal Cords for "The Gregorian chants"

[@HpHH83]

I never thought of it that way. Great observation!

[@joannemadden7449]

​@@HpHH83 Thank you for your kind words. I've always loved listening to Gregorian Chants, they take me by to My Childhood ❤

[@Matthew-li7we]

Ahh yes. Halo music. I am glad those monks enjoyed the game so much they created those chants after the music found in Halo: Combat Evolved.

[@michaellesperance8101]

"SOMEBODY TOOOOOOOO LOVE"👑👑👑👑💕💕💕💕

[@U.S.A_247]

He was one amazing person!!

[@arunabhogal2328]

Still an amazing voice

[@benedettosalerno5324]

Simply Put Freddie is the best singer of songs our earth will ever see!

[@nellinightshade3358]

i love opera, but mercury's voice? holy heck. what a voice, more than any opera singer, male or female!

[@Jasmine-lj8qw]

Thsnks to Brother Freddie ❤😂 I have a mission to learn them last notes he riffs on somebody to love.

[@marianstroup1]

One of the greatest

[@patriciacestare232]

He was incredibly always😊

[@randilevson9547]

His talent defies explanation. Talent just can't be explained. Freddie was an amazing vocalist. How lucky we were to get to hear him sing all those wonderful Queen songs.

[@cherylburton959]

I once heard that Queen is the only group where every member had perfect pitch! Wow! Can anyone acknowledge if this is true.

[@christinarobleto1786]

Amazing showman, I cried when he died in 92.

[@frankscarborough1428]

Loved his voice and performances so much

[@heathermouradian5369]

I miss him so much

[@robertmuza9153]

Nancy Wilson of Heart can hit all octaves . Most amazing

[@jojourias6766]

Not that amazing since many ppl including myself have no clue who TF your even talking about. So no. Not most amazing Freddie and queen were and will always be waaay bigger and better 😂

[@renatacantore3684]

Thank you for your fascinating presentation about one of The Greatest Singers I’d All Time: FREDDIE MERCURY of Queen

[@bobthebear1246]

There's no question he had a four-octave vocal range. Not to mention the quality of his voice was amazing and he instilled in it such emotion and passion. Easily one of the greatest 10 Rock singers of all-time.

[@katjakonjesor7031]

love this man. most gifted singer ever!

[@jonesroofing4854]

Best singer ,, EVER , thank u GOD , Freddy !!!!!!!!!??? They always take the best 1st !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Fightingforms]

It doesn't matter....He has the most beautiful voice I've ever heard, he is a muse , it's simple .

[@amandacable-sq3no]

I LOVE his overbite!! He was a trained opera singer-hence the range.

[@imweakfordeaky]

He was NOT a trained opera singer. He wasn't really trained at all. I'm sure Monserrat Caballe gave him some tips when they worked together, but that was longer after he'd already become a Legend with Queen.

[@amandacable-sq3no]

@I’m Weak For Deaky Really? I swear I read that somewhere long ago but I am no expert honestly.

[@darlafetterman3598]

Much has been made of it because it warrants much acclaim. Freddie Mercury Made In Heaven 🤟🏻♥️

[@shellyfrye7404]

We love his over bite. Wouldn't be Freddie Mercury without it. They are iconic.

[@jessealmaguer7669]

Thank you Freddy because of you I fell in love with the movie “Ella enchanted”😊

[@lynnajames8906]

Miss this Legend 😢 RIP Freddie ❤

[@greg61377]

gone way too soon, such talent

[@williamellis-xd1rm]

Most people have no clue how deep Queen's catalogue goes with great music. They know 20 or 30 famous tunes but have no clue beyond that. Go deeper because there are two more full albums of greatest hits material you've probably never heard.

[@1Immortalmortal]

God given Talent can never be explained.

[@becikhasan]

gifted + correct technique

[@gilliansavant3816]

Love you. Rest in peace. 63yrs old still miss you

[@sharronarturi7958]

Listen to the music❤ darling Freddie Mercury is perfect!🎉🎶🔥💫🤗🌠

[@tombei4388]

Wonderful gifted man !

[@bernieheartdragon1888]

My god. Ive never loved a man more than Ioved him..... 😢

[@debradisanto9246]

All I know is I could listen to Freddy for hours teeth and all. Love the Man and 🎉🎉

[@jannetatrenholm3141]

He was unique for sure ❤

[@jamesmartinez6813]

The biology is he was an Angel came and went back to heaven. You can never study that!

[@lindafry8015]

Listen to his song "exercises in free love". Four octaves indeed! Also, his opera songs with M. Caballe is proof.

[@carriefitzpatrick8921]

I LOVE FREDDIE REST IN PEACE ♥🙏🏾

[@TraciNew-jk7rf]

He was amazing

[@RavenBlaze]

A true Queen!

[@maureenalder8905]

Still missing you darling 😢 🖤

[@maryblushes7189]

I have 4 octaves! And still have a strong clear young sounding voice at the age of 72. I can sing Bass and Soprano and all in between. Yes, a voice can be a weapon. I have this because I sing Gospel, giving the Glory to God. It is God who gave me my voice, nothing from me really, all from Him. I have hit notes off the piano scale.

[@craiganderson8232]

He was a special man, with great voice, he wanted to sing.❤️always.

[@ggm4me]

The best front man ever!!! he was the GOAT!!

[@jenniferwells9032]

I wish he’d known this 👍❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@deborahklinlger8565]

I still rock to his & Queen's music... 🙏✨️💕✨️🙏🙏❤️

[@davidevans5782]

Words cannot describe how much I miss that beautiful man 😭

[@lindyjourde7411]

He was a beautiful man. 🌹

[@vincebailie6991]

I love this man

[@sujatadas4962]

God gifted ❤

[@debralynn9678]

I loved his voice, and I also loved the voice of George Michael.

[@frankpalancio9254]

Tooth, I mean truth be known, greatest overbite in the history of rock and roll.

[@donyaphillippe8543]

Funny...love play on words😅❤

[@caroljakeman9628]

My darling Freddie the love of my life and the most beautiful man who ever lived all my love Carol xxxx ❤❤

[@ugottabekiddingme6983]

One word - ICON. RIP Freddy ❤

[@michaelrexrode3759]

He also had perfect pitch.

[@dianecourtney2724]

Freddie didn’t have an overbite. He was born with 4 extra teeth.… which most of us Queen fans find adorable.!! 🥰

[@maureenalder8905]

💯 ❤

[@jojourias6766]

And those 4 extra teeth caused an overbite. So he still had a hugr over bite.

[@jojourias6766]

He still had an over bite. Slow much?

[@moondancer4660]

RIP ❤❤❤❤

[@joandawson5071]

Miss you being with us.❤❤❤❤😢😢😢

[@kimberlypatton205]

What a rock legend❤!

[@carolgibson-wilson4354]

My youngest (43) has the false vocal chords also. Lovely voice.

[@sharonashcraft6358]

Amazing talent❤❤❤❤

[@FishRfun]

Simply the best...rip

[@MRBIGHEADVR]

The thing is, I’m actually able to sing his songs like Somebody to Love perfect like hitting all the vocals

[@noeliajaime7656]

You don't need Science to hear. Just listen to that perfect voice.

[@maryanncasciani3866]

We love you Freddie!

[@kprnr7140]

Freddie was and still is the greatest rock front man of all time. Queens performance at Live Aid has been voted many times as the best live show ever. Back in the day Queen were untouchable.

[@LisaPittaro-ic5rl]

He still remains the best singer irock & he also did an opera!

[@vanessa4u4evr]

Well those 4+ octaves were never a debate for Steve Perry's voice. Totally confirmed and verified.

[@leescheeler1503]

Please go away ive heard enough already

[@ninfastuart5451]

Absolutely 💯 awesome 👍 he's the best

[@peggyknecht5551]

OMG!! I LOVE QUEEN!!!!

[@donnamaxin700]

A true legend will forever miss him

[@greggriffiths8283]

No debate its right there in the songs