John Farnham - Burn for You

Music video by John Farnham performing Burn For You. (C) 1990 BMG Australia Limited

[@ajs70]

I'm 14 and lost my mum when I was 9 and I just remember listening to this song all the time on car trips, miss you mum R.I.P I love you

[@ExtremelyOnlineGuy]

Hell yeah dude. Strength from loss. RIP to ma dukes.

[@thewayneflyinghigh9128]

If true, that’s sad

[@faiiry2437]

☹️😢😢😢🥺🥺🥺

[@aaronmccann7189]

im calling bullshit on this post, their account was created on Oct 25, 2006, 8 years ago this was posted, they were 14 at the time, its 2022, take the 8 years off and thats 2014, 14 at the time, which means they were born in 2000, so that means, at the age of 6 they made this account then somehow managed to work out how to put vids together and uploaded on to youtube, at the age of 7, yeah right

[@icyyou3837]

@@aaronmccann7189 uhm..or cud be their moms phone? No?

[@fergz45]

This song is criminally underrated...

[@tigertough5164]

Isn't it though. It's 🔥

[@sookycat1]

the man has something beautiful inside. this is the sound it makes.

[@united2534]

well said, wowwwwwwww

[@ArchyP]

This is my favourite song of his. I get told all the time that he has better songs but there's something beautiful about this song ❤

[@DeRasa97]

Dad... I miss you so much :( You used to sing this to me all the time... Wish you never left. This one goes out to you..

[@tubedinoz]

Your Dad is still watching over you. I feel that way about my Mum who passed away in 2011.

[@edwardo1987]

this comment made me cry. I lost my dad 6 years ago. this reminds me of my mum and dads love.

[@Blossom_781]

Great song for a father/daughter bond. I noticed that your post was written 8 years ago. My dad's 10 year anniversary of his passing is a few weeks away but as you would know it gets easier but you still miss them as much as you did the day they went. Our song was Max Merritt's Slipping away who passed this week 😥. Isn't it wonderful to have classic songs like this for us to reminisce with. Love and sympathies to you ❤️

[@txtamaman]

I lost my dad 32 years ago and at 52 I need him more than ever.. my heart goes out to you

[@kupotan9]

I remember when this came out there was an interview with Jillie. She didn't know he had written another song for her and she heard it for the first time on the radio while driving and had to pull over and cry. They've been married for 45 years now.

[@ArchyP]

Omg I just burst into tears. That's beautiful ❤❤

[@doriscanham6929]

this is john farnham at his very very best , and one of the most beautiful songs ever written

[@JohnFarnham-1]

Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan thank you for your wonderful comments on my post it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music…..❤️❤️❤️

[@Uruyagua]

Australia has produced many great singers and musician's but John has something extraordinary.

[@cj6884]

He actually English, like most of Australia's aging pop stars

[@brettmasters7543]

Farnham is legendary always will be

[@geoffdein2894]

This is my ode to my lost daughter. So sad yet on point for me. I miss my Katie Girl

[@hanserman1]

What a voice. What a performance. To the present generation: Never let songs like this one die.

[@hanserman1]

@JohnFarnham-dm3vv Faroe Islands

[@hanserman1]

@JohnFarnham-dm3vv 27 years or so

[@hanserman1]

Faroe Islands@JohnFarnham-dm3vv

[@beardedbjorn5520]

Bloody hell this song shows just how great John’s transitions to headvoice are. Critically underrated outside Australia.

[@amandaohm7407]

Had to buy the song, play it all the time 😍

[@1punch_man]

100%. Dude should have been global

[@marcusTanthony]

He is pretty well known in some European countries.

[@fay0011]

Couldn't agree more. He should of been worldwide with his music/singing. One of the best Male Vocalist (imo) even to the point of Freddie Mercury (another great Male Vocalist), Celine Dion, Tom Jones & others giving him huge praise for him vocal abilities

[@geitalew7677]

there is alot of great singers, but when it comes to pop/rock john farnham and freddie mercury stand above all when it comes to talent and the power in their voice.

[@BeProductions1000]

Man. This is brilliant. The band are so tight. Chong Lim on the keyboard. Not a whisper of a backing track. And John’s voice. It’s also beautifully mixed. Brilliant.

[@Peace4All09]

Thinking of You Today, know all of Australia is sending their Love to You & Family, we Will You To Get Better & No Doubts Olivia is watching over You! Lovesya Mate 🙏

[@johny3406]

This embodies Australian culture. What a legend

[@MsLou001]

John Farnham's voice makes me melt every time I hear it. Beautiful voice!!!!

[@HenrysHowTos]

My favorite by John Farnham! So meaningful! ❤️

[@elizabethfalcone4711]

Its one of my JF favourites . No one could sing with this much feeling . I still get weepy listening to it .

[@roberhall3719]

Not my favorite but I do like it

[@tubedinoz]

It's my favourite too. So much emotion coming through in his voice.

[@how2scuba]

we played quartet in the background for this music video. John was a fabulous guy.

[@patisefo8697]

how2scuba what a experience.

[@perth45]

How great to read this...I was a big fan in all my years in Australia......

[@farnham1949]

That's awesome what a fantastic experience for you.

[@Scott.Kristiansen]

Icehouse to Paynter to this song. NEVER HEARD THIS SONG BEFORE until Oct 11, 2020. We miss out on alot here in the States.

[@Teigan]

I also love his song romeos heart. 💜

[@1punch_man]

All time classic for me. Johnny should have been huge in the USA with his voice and hit songs.

[@russdickenson5452]

Heard him sing live on television many times. Never a bad note. Incredible singer.

[@vickiconstantine7138]

Theres. Nothing our John cant sing Just Brilliant

[@MyShitbags]

Farnham is a legend..

[@michellep8440]

Such a beautiful song... The first time I heard it live, I cried....

[@bryanhellyer8833]

I still cry 😢 every time ❤

[@kingbear119]

I discovered this song through my aussie blockmate. It was karaoke night and he can’t find this song on the song book, we had to search on KZbin for the instrumental. Such a shame that this song is not known globally, one of the most beautiful songs I’ve heard.

[@susiehepburn1997]

I fell in love with John when I was flipping channels one evening and landed on HBO.. They were showing a concert of Little River Band, not sure of the date but it was in the early 80's.. I have faithfully and avidly followed John's career and purchased each tape that came out and then each CD.. There is little doubt he has one of the finest voices of any male singer in the world.. Take this to heart, John, from a little old lady who lives in a tiny town in Eastern Idaho, USA.. You HAVE touched many, many more people then you could ever imagine with your beautiful voice..

[@Getintoenglish]

+Susie Hepburn It's nice with the internet that performers in other countries can reach you guys a little easier than before (John wasn't really known in the USA at all in the '80s but now some songs are spreading, which is cool..)

[@blinkybill2198]

Love Johns songs. You should also check out Dave Dobbin from New Zealand.

[@craigboraston6375]

Susie Hepburn such beautiful words about a true Aussie icon.

[@williambryans7979]

Cheers from OZ

[@williambryans7979]

You will love Jack Jones in Southern Sons too then. John's clone ....

[@user-bz1cm8ph2c]

I miss my mum and dad, dad had this on a cassette that he would play on the car stereo when we all were returning home from every family outing in the early 90s. Every song from the Seekers era onwards brings me back to my childhood.

[@59771006]

John Farnham is an Australian Legend

[@pitrufa]

What a beautiful voice! and what a beautiful song!

[@alli-kat2329]

Wishing JF a speedy recovery...even if hes unable to ever sing again....WHAT a legacy! 🔥👌

[@DH-nr5om]

So very sad 😪

[@marystuddert7158]

Great Australian ,so proud of John , all around Australia wish John a good recovery . Thank you for your contribution to our wonderful culture . Mary Studdert

[@Vejur9000]

Incredible vocalist. He could soar.

[@princess-pumpkin]

Still gives me chills, and there aren't many songs that can do that! Johnny boy is our National treasure

[@brissygirl4997]

This was written for John's wife. Because he spent so much time on the road touring etc he was missing Jill so he wrote her a song with the help of some great Aussie songwriters.

[@2009captainpaul]

Hi Brissy Girl. You are close. I have it in good authority (mainly from Phil Buckles brother who I worked with in TV for a long time) that Phil Buckle wrote this song. The song was written from the point that Phil was away from his wife at the time for long periods performing with Southern Sons and also as guitarist/vocalist for John Farnham. Phil played the guitar on this recording as well as live. He also won an ARIA for this song which easily has to one the worlds most beautiful songs lyrically and instrumentally. Farnham’s incredible vocal rendition and Phil Buckle’s lyrics and beautiful guitar playing are what make this song as great as it is.

[@waynemanna1402]

@@2009captainpaul - added to that, I recall Buckle saying later that after he had been at the Farnham session, he made a decision not to sing his own songs again but to get his songs sung by better singers. The dilemma for him was that Farnham had brought so much more to the song than he had thought possible and way more than he could ever have brought to it. Perhaps not surprising when you are working with one of Australia's best contemporary singers and the songs are of such high quality. Farnham is such a great "interpreter" of a lyric.

[@henriettbobek6760]

The most beautiful song ever!! ❤️🙏

[@MiaRose-xd7sm]

Aussie?

[@scaredyet]

This is why you never let a woman out of the kitchen

[@CariT136]

Such a beautiful song sent to me by a Sweet, Beautiful Man! Happy Valentine's Day, Angel! ❤🫂😘 SFSC

[@JasonD_]

@CariT136 , I wonder who that could have been 😂

[@CariT136]

@@JasonD_ Grab a mirror, love! ❤️ It's you!

[@JasonD_]

@@CariT136 SFSC 💋

[@stevem6402]

Lost my Cindy in 1997 this song nails it.... RIP Cindy

[@lifesajungle]

I have tears in my eyes every single time I listen to John Farnham (especially this song). His voice just touches me, can't help it.

[@BuddhaBeanie]

I have never heard this musician before, awesome! 😃😃😃

[@jacintorubio696]

The voice, before the tv show names! John, the original "THE VOICE"! That mullet though...

[@leahhuntz6236]

So many amazing songs, really brings back the 80 s for me. A much more simple era it felt like

[@perth45]

such great memories of my life in Australia....

[@mikegreen5743]

Me too x

[@alking7655]

My absolute favourite song from Jack, John Farnham. So glad my parents brought me up with this great talent of a man. An Australian icon.

[@soundlightingservices2250]

Trivia: Classic beautiful looking clip shot by John Ogden. We filmed it in the old Melbourne Regent Theatre before its redevelopment. Even though it was long hours over the 2 days JF was such a pleasure to work with. He kept us all in good spirits joking around, but when it came time for his turn to be on camera "whew" what a powerful performance he gave. This song can still bring an emotional tear to my eyes.

[@lolweneverwenttothemoonsha9464]

+Sound Lighting Services As opposed to bringing an unemotional tear to your eyes, I suppose.

[@Gezza1967]

An onion will do that.

[@sandidi211]

who was the dancer?

[@nataliechilvers6911]

Sandi Mann, it was Elizabeth Toohey from the ballet foundation :)

[@rogermillar1797]

Sound Lighting Services my

[@helenmarshall7785]

I love all John Farnham songs, he's definitely one of our best ever if not the best. I particularly love his Man Of The Hour with Lindsay Field on back up vocals & Every Time You Cry with Human Nature. He is held in high esteem by International Artists for a reason, I think Richard Marx was one.. He's had the same musicians & back up singers forever meaning he's loved by everyone. Should have been an International success.

[@Laviniarose]

Such a sweet song, pulls at my heart, makes me cry silently....two months later since this comment and still tears flow silently.

[@dontwobble]

Me to

[@rambo7764]

Always tear up when I hear this song...

[@KristiContemplates]

I enjoy Americans reacting to John's songs. The African American community loves you, John

[@rockyfung2816]

Such a beautiful song... The first time I heard it live, I cried.... we played quartet in the background for this music video. John was a fabulous guy.

[@patricklee8334]

1.4 million views, should be 14 million. Such a beautiful song that some people haven't heard.....

[@maryadriennemooreorless8479]

I dedicate this to my adult children and five grandchildren. And you too John Farnham. Get well soon. God bless you. 🙏

[@timotot123]

This man isn't in the hall of fame for no reason. Pretty much this song summed up all his gifts in a little package

[@tennillecarter79]

Love this song! Very well sung, makes me cry but he sings it so very well. His voice is wonderful ❤

[@Yngsatchvai]

Listen to him sing ( We Two ) with the Little River Band. He Kills that song!! Love this cat

[@truthseeker1181]

“The Voice”......unreal talent

[@waynesmith7512]

Classic from the best voice I have ever heard.

[@cbisme6414]

He was overseas with Little River Band and was missing Jill and their 2 young sons, he wrote and sang this song for Jill, hence the emotion in the song. He left the band and came home, never to go back even though he had pressure from many, including Celine Dion, Tom Jones and many others.

[@johnpapa1944]

Johnny I miss you.....

[@BeastMode-zp6vq]

Greatest voice to EVER come out of Australia!

[@alstrange6055]

Beast Mode I'd say the world mate!🌏

[@blakeallen2477]

Besides Barnsey, Mossy and Shane Howard ;)

[@pjstenning2652]

John Farnham has been rated by music moguls, fans and the market as one of the, if not the greatest male voice to emerge in pop/rock music EVER.

[@kenwatson9814]

You know he was born Britain?

[@williambryans7979]

Jon Stevens (although NZ kiwi)

[@antney6745]

Buried my dad to this song, his idol............. Thanks John.

[@sharonvioletcust3725]

Absolutely beautiful love ballad 😍❤️💜💗

[@robb5681]

sing it farnsey great pipes a true singer someone who can sing anything hard to find these days

[@AmyK007]

Too right

[@jillneil5008]

Just a beautiful song, that I had forgotten about. Reliving John Farnham.

[@JohnFarnham-1]

Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan thank you for your wonderful comments on my post it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music…..❤️❤️❤️❤

[@ikenyekamjoro7802]

Anyone else watching this in 2021? Farnham has been simply the best of all times

[@bettinahansen7630]

Oct. 2021♥️

[@humanbeing8609]

The voice, before the tv show names! John, the original "THE VOICE"!

[@rdillon65]

What an incredible voice! Such a beautiful song. The emotions created when a soul’s truth is shared. Amazing John Farnham!

[@sherrystrawn7628]

I'm glad that I stumbled on this singer. Being from the US,I had never heard of him. I was watching an Air Supply documentary, and Russell sang the chorus for a brief moment. Thank goodness. I'll be listening from here on out.

[@edenfantasy]

I'm a Tommy Emmanuel's fan from Italy... I found this amazing song thanks to him... Very emotional... I love this song...

[@RAE-homely-fairy-of-the-light]

Johnny is awesome!!! Sings from his soul, just listening brings tears to my eyes.....

[@drevakelemen52n92]

Australian legend !!!! Thank You for your songs..... Please hurry up back .... The world is missing You

[@biancaholzel8911]

Amazing voice...since i was a Kid till now with 42 l love to hear his songs...👍👍🥰

[@JohnFarnham-1]

Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan thank you for your wonderful comments on my post it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music…..❤️❤️❤️❤

[@yvonnevanhaeren9012]

loved john as young girl when he began with sadie saw him live at balmain and got his autograph now I am 62 and have always looked out for him.,I live in the netherlands and have sinds I was 18 and even,that could,nt make me forget,him.,John I burn,for you and hope to do so for years to come. Thank you for a life of wonderfull music

[@JohnFarnham-1]

Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan thank you for your wonderful comments on my post it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music…..❤️❤️❤️

[@yvonnevanhaeren9012]

@@JohnFarnham-1its 4.49 in the morning and after having a bad night see this reaction to my letter from 6 years ago. I,ve heard about your health problems and are so glad you have made it ,I imagine that this was taxing for you and especialy your familie i also want to pay my respect for the los of friend Mr Wheatley John please keep fighting and enjoying your wife and sons and who knows maybe you wil soon be a granddad J ohn all my love and please stay healthy. With diepest regards, your fan always Yvonne

[@JohnFarnham-1]

@@yvonnevanhaeren9012 lovely 🥰 do you have google chat????

[@JohnFarnham-1]

@@yvonnevanhaeren9012 ???

[@Larissa-rose1]

This song ❤❤❤❤😊

[@GLPWoodworksOZ]

So Beautiful! Not surprising from Phil Buckle or John Farnham..........Timeless song

[@Emaie84]

One of my favourite songs. So sad :( such feeling in johns voice

[@dominicasiata432]

This guy has an awesome voice! So underrated

[@LesleighHart]

Just LOVE this song. Such a soulful song to his wife.

[@nickyannehare8717]

I actually seen Johnny Farman live in Cairns... After cyclone Larry and this was one of his songs he sung... This song really touches my heart I can relate to the song every time I hear... It is a really beautiful song 😢😢

[@nickyannehare8717]

Sad but true 😢😢😢😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@asylumnurse88]

LOVE this song

[@sandidi211]

I love all JF's songs of this era, but I would probably say this is my fave...exquisite video in all aspects

[@juliecrook4993]

Him and Jimmy barnes

[@mama.oncologa]

beautiful voice

[@MariePriss]

Lyrics I got myself into some trouble tonight Guess I'm just feeling blue It's been so long since I've seen your face This distance between me and you That voice you showed me is not the one I know I must be strung out on what I do Don't hang up again There's nothing else I know how to do But I burn for you What am I going to do I burn for you Burn for you I guess it feels like you're always alone And I feel that way too It's so hard to explain to you Please understand what I do But I burn for you What am I going to do I burn for you Burn for you Took my trouble to a bar tonight For another point of view But there's nothing new I'm missing you But I burn for you What am I going to do I burn for you Burn for you

[@MamaD1ah]

takes my breath away everytime!!

[@vho128]

I so love this song... Timeless

[@saifuddinsaid2510]

This song really touches your heart n soul..such a fantastic masterpiece

[@jenndavin]

Love The Voice. Saw him with LRB back in 1983. One of my vocal heroes ever since.

[@JohnFarnham-1]

Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan thank you for your wonderful comments on my post it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music…..❤️❤️❤️❤

[@bellababba83]

what a touching song love it the older I'm getting the more i appreciate this kind of music and not the shit they play today

[@tonydinh4881]

too true. heard this today on the radio for the first time, definitely not the last

[@joannebeamsley9478]

Totally agree. Used to think johnny farnham was a bit daggy when I was a kid but this song is truly beautiful and I now appreciate how amazing this guy's vocal range is.

[@bellababba83]

Joanne Beamsley very true but as you get order it reminds u of the good old times when u where younger lol

[@MisterPolitical1]

@@joannebeamsley9478 when I'm older I prefer not to listen to the music that was played in my teens & adulthood years.

[@triarb5790]

Listen to Triple J. There is some beautiful indie music.

[@rickandersen2284]

I will never understand how the rest of the world never caught on...

[@richardpowell3555]

Because he didn't tour overseas.

[@mb-b1300]

I think he was also content just being a Singer in Australia.

[@TCM215]

They are a bit now:) he didn’t want to leave Melbourne

[@thebuffmister90]

Take the Pressure Down was released and was a hit in the US, and off the back of that he had the chance to break into the US. But, as discussed hereunder, he was content with his Australian and European audiences.

[@markmslocum]

Huge in Germany

[@DaylanTheAngrySauerkraut]

Lost my beloved Viking this week after a year of problems we just couldnt solve. Even tho i have to keep living with him.and watch him act like nothing has happened, im devastated. It hard for me pretending that im okay with it all and cool. Im not okay and im not cool with it. 💔

[@angelicone181]

One of my fave songs and fave aussie singers!

[@pradeepacharya5943]

I love John Farnham ' s Help and You're the Voice very,very much.You are a legend John.

[@MetalMayhem1978]

I learnt this whole song on the acoustic many years ago. Today, I couldn’t play a single note! Thats what happens when you get old and forget !! 🤣

[@beckiebench2199]

Thank you for this Beautiful Song Johnny, Love Beckie and Mario

[@GOBLINKINGISM]

this is without a doubt my all time favorite song.

[@Polepfor]

The more you listen to this collection, the more you realise just how significant Johnny Farnham has been to the Popular Music Industry in Australia, and around the world. I did not realise myself until I was able to identify his voice with the person. I thought a number of these songs were out of the USA.....:)

[@collector7993]

Has to be the most underrated Farnsie song of all. Pure brilliance, a true classic.

[@nickleoni7241]

Saw this man in an entourage coming out of boondal entertainment centre in the mid nineties. He hung out of the window said hey kids and gave us double thumbs up. He was far happier to see us lol

[@kathyfarmer6785]

Still love this song John and Still love smooth with you and jimmy barnes ❤

[@frankweber356]

One of the most expressive Singers with a range no one else has.

[@youtube.comybvv]

Wow!! Such a beautiful written song.

[@menoe7110]

As a kid I didnt have a phone or computer, but I did have a CD player and I used Some cd’s of my parents. One CD a listend a lot was from John Farnham. And Im so happy I listened to it because Its so beautiful...

[@psmylife6832]

I got myself into some trouble tonight Guess I'm just feeling blue It's been so long since I've seen your face This distance between me and you That voice you showed me is not the one I know I must be strung out on what I do Don't hang up again There's nothing else I know how to do But I burn for you What am I going to do I burn for you Burn for you I guess it feels like you're always alone And I feel that way too It's so hard to explain to you Please understand what I do But I burn for you What am I going to do I burn for you Burn for you Took my trouble to a bar tonight For another point of view But there's nothing new I'm missing you But I burn for you What am I going to do I burn for you Burn for you

[@sivicslady9882]

Thank you so much💯🌺

[@mitchmclean3898]

Finally found this song! ... Didn't know who sang it, I didn't know the words, and I didn't know the song title..... accidentally found it! .... I knew I heard this song when I was a kid though and just got the melody of that chorus in my head about a month ago.

[@andreaquail579]

mitch mclean Australia 🇦🇺 super amazing. It's an oldie but a goodie.

[@nowshinnoor6035]

Same thing happened to me...

[@jodebekker4473]

Listen to the words of his other songs pleaase It's like when people say "I love Piano Man"". Awesome. Listen to fucking song! There is nothing to love about the lyrics for mainstream people

[@OGkrystie]

This album is part of my childhood. I can't believe I still remember every word. His voice! *swoon*