John Farnham & Melbourne Symphony Orchestra - You’re The Voice | REACTION VIDEO

[@skippyoz3366]

No one no one no one sings a song or feels a song or lives a song like John Farnham. The best in the world ever.

[@cinemaipswich4636]

John went from teenage pop star, to the king of pop, and then nothing for some time. Pretty boy, girl pop guy. But then he joined "The Little River Band" and gained respect. After that, he created the biggest voice in the world. Every step of the way he made himself better. That is why Australia loves him. No one sings like him.

[@maxwatsonmw]

About 48 hrs ago John was rushed into emergency surgery and partof his jaw was removed to save his life. Aussies are devastated for the Farnham family.

[@donnablackwood8889]

Just finished his biography. He states that his jaw wasn't removed, it was scraped. They took his teeth out prior to surgery & he was looking forward to having them put back in. ❤️ He hopes to try to sing again when ready.

[@jeffwilson7100]

You’ve listened to thousands of singers and finally arrived at John Farnham. Imagine how difficult it is for those of us for whom John Farnham is the starting point.

[@maxinecatherall6840]

The one and only John Farnham. ❤❤❤

[@8e11e]

Watching people discover John Farnham is one of my fave things to see. Amazing voice and such a powerful song. Thanks for covering one of our national treasures.

[@tictoc134]

Nobody..absolutely nobody will ever sing this song like this man

[@shaz464]

This is Australia’s unofficial national anthem. There’s not an Aussie alive who doesn’t know this song. 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@debbiemaycock4264]

So true.

[@Tully_23_32]

It's amazing how many unofficial national anthems we Aussie's have. I even saw a comment on ACCA DACCA's Thunderstruck that said that was our unofficial national anthem. I wrote yeah mate coz we all sing about Texas in Aussie anthem. The US thinks the world revolves around them as it is.

[@angelagoodwin5758]

This needs to be a GLOBAL anthem. A song for every generation and every nation.

[@pateoo6]

Here in Australia it already is.

[@Kwispynoodle]

@@pateoo6 Can confirm.

[@prickleswithpineapples2362]

And every protest in the world

[@trevorhowat9271]

✌️100% no more wars we are sons and daughters

[@sooboese3211]

In Germany IT IS!!!

[@skwervin1]

I was at the whispering Jack concert during 1987 - SPent the entire time on my feet singing and dancing. The energy was so huge it took hours before I could sleep. John at his peak... a wonderful man, a wonderful husband, a wonderful father - an amazing human being who has risen from the ashes.

[@deliciabrownlie1915]

I’m revisiting your co vets of John and Jimmy and just loved your comment the first time … yes they need instruments worthy of John’s voice. He’s a powerhouse Aussie legend. Much loved by us all.

[@jemxs]

Mr Farnham is a world-class singer that the world barely knows about!

[@devilsadvocate2548]

Except other world class singers ie Celine Dion and Tom Jones! ;-)

[@suzyfarnham3165]

@@devilsadvocate2548 And he has sung with BOTH of them. He toured with Tom and Celine actually asked John to join her on stage when she sang You're The Voice at her final Melbourne concert. As did Coldplay and others. For me it is Farnham, Jones and Mercury as the best powerhouses in voice.

[@devilsadvocate2548]

@@suzyfarnham3165 never said he didn't. In fact that is the reason why I mentioned their names as world renowned artists who admire him so much that they sang with him. That is what I was implying. I should have been more specific! :-)

[@mlassz009]

@Devil's Advocate I'm an Aussie, love Johnny but I have to say Celine is one of the best singers I've ever heard...that also goes for Whitney Houston

[@vinteren4734]

World class bloke too

[@theosmilonakos1022]

The greatest of all time 🔥JOHN FARNHAM 🔥

[@triciabirt-j8w]

And although he had offers of going to USA he stayed in Aussie ❤

[@junkjournalgirl]

I went to see The Voice Tour, in Melbourne and there is no one else like him on the planet 😍❤❤

[@rhondajackson-fq1co]

I thank you for your comments on John Farnham here in Australia he is just the voice . He can sing anything he is that good. Unfortunately as you said any negative comments are from small minded people who are very jealous and there is great music on outside of America.im.a proud Aussie and we have some of the best music

[@matallen4089]

going to a john Farnham concert be like getting your soul serviced good for another 100,000 miles of smiles. What a legend and a great review. Keep up the good work my brother from another mother!!!!

[@karensloman5787]

He is brilliant. I hope his cancer battle lets him sing again.

[@reneechristopher2121]

Me too.❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊

[@kerrypapworth1526]

Our wonderful John is so adored here in Australia. It’s not only his incredible talent but that he is the nicest, funniest most humble and down to earth person you could ever meet. 💕💕

[@besping]

I think he was just happy with what he had, the adoration of his entire country, and his family. He didn’t want all the other garbage that goes with fame - that’s just what I’m taking away from him onstage and the joy he gets from interacting with the people who are there to see him. It’s our loss, I’m 66 years old and I never heard of John Farnham until somebody did a reaction video. Then I realized that I knew him from this song on the radio, but that was all I had. Now I’m applying this song to the current presidential campaign as the entirety of the lyrics apply to the US. This man is such a blessing.

[@vkinney2000]

This is an unofficial anthem for Australia but I think it should be a world anthem. We so need it right now. Thanks so much for the great reaction.

[@nica7587]

John is referred to as “the voice” in Australia for good reason. He is phenomenal

[@nessienessie8798]

Awww, I’m so happy another generations and other countries are appreciating how wonderful John is. He is an Aussie icon and the nicest guy ever ❤

[@georgeibrahim7945]

What’s better then seeing an awesome reactor like yourself reacting to the voice singing you’re the voice. That look on your face is priceless, no words needed

[@toddyrocket296]

100% George That man was born to sing live and entertain

[@justlinsu]

I agree with you 100% George....Love this reactor...as he gives a great analysis and is never condescending and shows great respect to an artist.

[@kathyhysteria851]

As an Aussie it's a joy to see someone enjoying a John Farnham performance as much as we all do. Thanks

[@TheKira699]

When Whispering Jack sings The Voice, you can hear is long and loud. His career started over 35 years ago with Sadie the cleaning lady.

[@helenmartin9150]

A granny in Australia says...at about 5:45 your face is priceless at the ease with which he tossed the mikestand and caught it. You HAVE to have been there. On nights like that Farnsey could walk on water, and nothing, no note was beyond his talent. Will talk again later.

[@rowenanunn590]

This is such an anthem here in Australia.....Aussies are gonna love this reaction❣️😁🇦🇺

[@dianaperry1929]

Aussie here lol

[@realbser1956]

THUNDER!! Hope you are well. 😊

[@rowenanunn590]

@@realbser1956 I'm absolutely well Barry😁✌️🇦🇺

[@mattfuller7313]

Hi, Just thought I’d let you know that this week John Farnham has undergone a 12 hour operation for cancer (something to do with his mouth or throat) and ALL of us Aussies are hoping he is ok. This came as a shock to all of us. He is a hugely revered person here and this song means so much to us for so so long. Thanks.

[@helenmartin9150]

A granny in Australia says...Hi Matt, I too am doing the rounds of the dozens of people who have reacted to Farnsey letting them know they should think love, gratitude and hope.

[@ChuckyLad]

seen floyd, stones, neil young, foo fighters, chilli peppers and queen. While I adored fred, Farnseys concert was hands down the best from start to finish. just pure passion and 100, million percent effort

[@VonDutch68]

Dramasyde, you should check out one of Johns long time backing singers Vanetta Fields. Vanetta has performed with the 'biggies' Tina Turner Pink Floyd Steely Dan Bob Seger Barbara Streisand. Vanetta immigrated to Australia 1982 and is much respected here.

[@ianwilson5669]

In these troubled times this should be the oz national anthem . Time to fight back. We are the voice .

[@amishgirl1000]

He is Known as “The Voice” Incredible!!!!

[@toddyrocket296]

I've always said John is one of the best live singers ever Cheers for your honest reaction

[@juliannetomlinson]

No voice training for John just a natural. Our great Aussie.

[@berniehand5528]

To my aussie friends!! You should be so proud of all your groups, but i have watched and listened to this song and amazingly it gets better every time i hear it. I don't ever get tired of it. I hope john makes a good recovery from his condition. He has given his entire life to Australia unconditionally . His connection to his fans and audiences is unbelievable. You should be proud of him, he is a national treasure.

[@matallens3006]

You guys are only hearing of John now he's been around singing since the late 60's he is the voice

[@7Sandie]

One of the most loved and respected entertainers in Ausatralia!

[@adrianonhilton]

I love how when he really belts it out he is holding the mike 1-2 feet from his mouth and it still picks up his voice while singing next to an Orchestra.

[@davidhodgins7122]

The Man The Legend, beautiful voice power and passion. This is not a song its an Anthem. The unofficial Australian National Anthem that more than just an entire Country know all the words to. I am Canadian and I will stand for this man singing this song. Much RESPECT!!!!!!

[@jamesw3017]

Hence why he is known as the Voice

[@nailuxenicky5100]

Ty so much for your review. What is so sad for us Aussies is that this remarkable human has been diagnosed with cancer and is recovering from a recent operation to remove it. What is even sadder is he may never sing again due to this diagnosis. I’m so privileged for I have seen him live many times and I’m so blessed to have those memories as many of us here r. I’m forever a fan of this amazing man. Ty again.

[@EllenOldmeadow]

I have been fortunate enough in my life to see him in concert many times, in small and large venues this man conquers all. I have been a devoted fan since I was 8 years old.🥰

[@magpiegirl3783]

Loving your reaction and loving this: ... "you have to have instruments worthy of his voice" ... John gives 110% every time. His passion and energy are palpable - he involves himself with the audience - loves them. His concerts always feature superb musicians and he usually has little "solo" features for them and always acknowledges them. Many of the musicians and his back up singers have been with him since the 80s. John never disappoints. He likes to fling the microphone around too - not sure if he's ever hit one of the band members!!! He is the real deal. As a matter of interest ... this song was John's break-back song in the mid-80s after the Aussie music industry basically shunned him. Well, the fans never shunned him - we love him to bits because he commits that voice of his to every lyric, every note and in between songs gives us some laughs. Thanks for showing John the respect he has earned over 6 decades of singing his heart out.

[@Ozzcaddy]

At the same concert, John performs The Beatles- HELP. But his rendition is nothing like the original Beatles version. John Lennon heard John Farnham version and commented: "this is how the song should be sung". Also, the audience participation at the beginning of HELP, is astounding. Thank you for reacting to John Farnham.

[@micko2320]

It's actually the way John Lennon wrote the song to be performed but was told to speed it up because of the band's image at the time.

[@joannak1600]

It was actually Paul who said "this is how the song should be sung" 🤩

[@chop845]

The look on your face when John opened his mouth… priceless. Glad we’ll be seeing more reactions of Farnsy!

[@mssuziquzi]

My two favourites are John Farnham singing When The War is over, Last time 2003. He’s about 54 here and his voice is off the charts. John and Jimmy Barnes When something is wrong with my baby is awesome too. John is the GOAT.🥰

[@magpiegirl3783]

I agree. That is John's best vocal in my opinion, and that's a big call given all the superb vocals he's given for decades.

[@donnam5891]

Oh I think I like "Help" from this concert best. I wish I'd been at this concert as all the songs give me chills. It would have been awesome. Lucky for us we can watch these old performances on KZbin. Great reaction...the look on your face was bloody great.

[@mssuziquzi]

@@donnam5891 Help is probably the all time favorite, but I think he's already done a reaction to it. I was trying to find a couple more.

[@cristiona22]

Amazing performance , chills every time:

[@barnowl5774]

You got is soo right when you expressed that the orchestra was there for John Farnham. He is well respected and loved as you can see by the response of the audience. In fact the country respects and admires him so much that in1987 he was named 'Australian Of The Year' by our Federal Government for "his outstanding contribution to the Australian music industry over 20 years".

[@margaretcolquhoun4111]

Even 50 years ago, he had the audience in the palm of his hand. His singing is phenomenal.

[@margaretcolquhoun4111]

And yes, I do know this was recorded some time ago. He's still good.

[@pastina000]

WOW !!!!...Great comment " You have to have instruments WORTHY of his VOICE"......So true, he is a LEGEND !!

[@Anna-yi7vu]

That's Gold his nothing short of Brilliant. An Icon.

[@wesleygalvin9983]

No matter how many times I watch this, I still get a tear in the eye when the piper and John salute each other..... Awesome song, stunning performance and great reaction. Thank you.

[@johnholden1968]

. Absolutely does the same too me. Everytime.

[@amandacollins2854]

The black woman in the back up singers is one of the best voices to ever come to Australia her name is Venetta Fields. There is a video of her and John and Billy Fields( no relation )singing Amazing Grace arcapella that has to be heard to be believed .

[@helenmckee4646]

This is a man that doesn't need to hold the mike up to his mouth. The power of his voice. And he can sing anything.

[@DramaSydETV]

Yesssss!!!!!!!

[@ValmaShirley]

You should listen to anything with John in it . He is great singing with others ray charles Olivia ,Anthony wallow, jimmy Barnes , Tom jones human nature, and all of his interviews he is so funny , also an actor and comedian.

[@karentony3397]

Thank you! Awesome response! Luv from Australia ❤️🎼❤️🎼❤️

[@matallens3006]

John also was front man of the little river band too for a while. Worth while looking at that to, he always had a powerful voice

[@Dr_KAP]

This was a really great reaction, loved your breakdown. Yes John’s live performances are always better than his studio versions, he feeds off the audience and the band. Thank you!!

[@markbaumgardt2868]

I'm an Aussie John Farnham is aur and treasure

[@RolandDeschain1]

John Farnham is the GOAT. Celine Dion said to him "You ARE The Voice..."

[@Hunny1au]

You have a beautiful speaking voice. Thanks for this reaction. John Farnham is legendary.

[@DramaSydETV]

Thank you 😁

[@dlong50]

Considering this is usually his final song after a two and a half hour concert you definitely can't say he doesn't give his all. Here's a shout out to John while he battles mouth and throat cancer. 😢

[@Tanzman78]

dramasydETv, your reactions to our John at the greatest. Please keep them coming brother. As an Aussie born in the late 70’s, he has been the anthem of my life, now living in the UK and not a day I don’t listen to him at least once.

[@karenstrong8887]

I have heard this song at least 100 times and we call him the Voice. It just made me see we don’t sit in silence and we don’t live in fear. Australia might be the same size as America but there are only almost 26 million of us. We are still mighty. John has given us more than 50 years of music, he never had a voice lesson but I have heard him sing almost every genre and do it so well. I loved your reaction. Thank you.

[@michelledavidson8190]

John Farnham is an Aussie legend. Love this song makes me a proud Aussie.

[@craiglee5460]

“You have to have instruments WORTHY of his voice”. Facts, bro. Facts! 😎👍

[@DramaSydETV]

🙏🏾

[@antheabrouwer3258]

It makes me mad that American music companies dismissed John Farnham because he didn't fit the criteria for American music at the time....

[@geoffreytyson5673]

A musical wizard

[@laurelcarter1573]

Another song that every Australian knows. Almost a national song. John Farnham is another Aussie treasure.

[@cherylfrank6468]

Sir, YOU! are the very best with these reviews. I’ve watched others… and it’s all about THEM. 3 words into a song and they stop it and prattle rubbish, like we want to hear them. But YOU SHOW ALL RESPECT FOR THE SINGER!!! …and I thank you for that Sir. ❤

[@DramaSydETV]

🙏🏾

[@alanadair2367]

Brilliant performance and reaction thanks my friend 👍

[@The_Deaf_Aussie]

No matter who you are, no matter where you are in the world, now matter how small you are... know this in your heart... you're the voice. 🇦🇺

[@amandahowells5389]

If you haven’t already checked out his live version of Help at the same concert you should definitely check it out. Love your reactions

[@besping]

You hit the nail on the head, instrumentation v voice.

[@tyamada21]

As I watch this tonight my heart is shattering into pieces. I feel so sad that there just aren't words to express. This world is in such a broken state and we are losing so many wonderful contributers to peace and good will. Judith, Olivia and now John. My prayers are with him to avoid as much suffering as possible and to win his fight for life Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo from the bottom of my heart...

[@cgkennedy]

We haven't lost John yet, although Archie Roach passed away just after Judith Durham and Olivia Newton John. Now Renee Geyer is gone now.

[@EileenSpeakman]

​@@cgkennedy Sadly - there always comes a time when the circle of life has to be completed. I have to tell you that at one month off 80, and with my children grown and flown with their own families, I am now on my own - I'm not lonely, plenty of people to see, still driving so fully independent - so far. But - I fully discovered John about 12 months ago and since then have been viewing videos on KZbin of his concerts, interviews and documentaries, and learning about his world class backing singers and band members . John sings and I am energised - his singing grips my heart and soul, and I'm feeling about 40 years younger! If I'm having a bothersome day I bring up You're the Voice, or Long Way to the Top, for serenity I go to Touch of Paradise - such beautiful lyrics - and Burn for You. And the slow, heartwrenching version of Help? I was never a Beatles fan but I love this version - it's in a class all on its own. Every day is Farnham day here, it's my pleasure to enjoy every one of his songs That can't be bad, can it? 8.1.24. UK. E❤

[@cristiona22]

Actually John is known as The Voice here in Australia . He’s such a beautiful human being too , you can’t help but love him , he has his voice , a wicked sense of humour - just a real legend .

[@WendyKay84]

'You have to have instruments worthy of his voice.' Absolutely. And yes, the crown knows and ADORES him. His is an Aussie institution. This is our unofficial national anthem. I grew up listening to him, and loved him, but never fully understood his amazing talent until recently.

[@realbser1956]

John’s got one of the best voices I’ve ever heard. This is maybe the third or four time he’s been in the channel and the man is amazing. Then when you combine him, the song’s message and that orchestra, it becomes magic. Loved this song and your comments. 😀

[@kennethdodemaide8678]

You cannot go wrong with any live performance by Farnsey. He is more than just a fantastic singer( arguably the greatest), he is a fantastic PERFORMER.

[@lindacurrie2601]

This is ours 🇦🇺, we learn it for school concerts, 99.9% of Australians know every word. He's not well at moment, maybe never sing again, sad but we love John and wish him & family everything. 🇦🇺

[@VonDutch68]

JF never has an off night ever !

[@m.l.b.2908]

This song is perfect. I can't say that about many songs at all. There's just nothing you could change to improve it. Lyrically it's inspirational without being clichéd, the vocal is incredible, the choice of tempo is brilliant. And the bagpipes? Like, I can't take it! 😆 But seriously, how could you make this track any better? You just can't.

[@shoresaresandy]

Farnsey is just amazing! His records are fantastic but his live performances always outshine his studio performance. He just seems to feed off his audience and he just loves the audience singing along with him. Every song at this concert was just plain and simply, awesome! Thank you for your great reaction!

[@cattsunn]

Is this song even more famous than Waltzing Matilda? It seems to be THE anthem for Australia. Thanks for the reaction, Michael.

[@bigs1546]

The bagpipes are very Aussie - many Australians come from convict stock and freemen from Ireland and Scotland ........... I myself as a young girl [60 years ago] learned Scottish Highland Dancing [you know around the crossed swords] for a time, and we would also go to the Sydney Cricket Oval and listen to the Pipe bands practice. Also in our speech you will hear throwbacks to certain phrases from both countries. John is really "The Voice' and glad you will be looking into his catalogue further.

[@jenb7850]

The American music industry's ignorance was our gain. We Aussies had him all to ourselves. How lucky are we. "The Voice" all to ourselves. I had posters of his face plastered all over my bedroom walls when a very young teen. Bought all his LPs. Ive followed him since his Sadie days, thru Charlie Girl, Jesus Christ Superstar right thru to ' The Last Time' tours. We knew he was/is 'the Voice'. Always was always will be. Love John. Congrats on being a grandparent Mr John Farnham. Its the best.

[@keefy302]

One of John Farnhams best recorded performances is “gethsemane” from his Jesus Christ superstar tour in the early 90s.. Makes John Legends latest rendition sound like a tik tok production.

[@antoinettemogentale5199]

One of the best performances of all time ❤

[@shannona6989]

Seeing people's faces hearing The voice sing for the first time is a great past time

[@MissTeeFied]

John Farnham is our aussie most loved icons. His voice is pure gold. Please post more of John. Greetings from Oz and thank you for your recognition and reaction of this amazing talent. Subbed and liked 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🥰

[@anitamohle5267]

So honoured to have seen him live twice at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre in the1990's. He is an Australian LEGEND, a really beautiful human being and unbelievably talented. We love you John xo ❤

[@mikesuahtla9826]

Words straight out of Celene Dions own mouth to Farnsie. You are the Voice Great reaction mate thank you

[@micheleallen]

John singing Angels with his backup singer/friend Lisa Edwards is something you should not miss. His voice is so strong and clear. Also Burn for you is a song that he and a few others wrote about leaving their wives/partners at home when touring the country for their concerts.

[@fodz9246]

"You have to have instruments worthy of his voice" - nailed it bro

[@roryknight7172]

You should react to John Farnham ‘help’ live with the Melbourne symphony orchestra. Crazy performance. Also you should check out Jimmy Barnes who is another Australian icon, specifically his performance with Joe bonamassa ‘stone cold’

[@carolynh8866]

Help is a great one... He's already done a few Jimmy Barnes

[@jemxs]

Definitely

[@jeremyryan770]

He did it already

[@devilsadvocate2548]

He did that about a year ago!

[@darrenrogers6850]

If you want to see how far he can take his range and versatility, you should see John with Anthony Wharlow / Help live

[@kimking6036]

I'm learning right there with you. I mean amazing voice, amazing song!

[@nrsvlda70]

John sang this song in early 2021 for Fire Fight Australia concert - at age 70.. he sang it in the same key as this version, and just as powerfully!! (He was joined on stage by another amazing Aussie - Olivia Newton-John, may she RIP). He’s an amazing singer. Revered in Australia -rightfully so. Great reaction - thanks!

[@wendyryder2708]

I think it was 2020! I think maybe January or February!

[@nrsvlda70]

@@wendyryder2708 you are correct.. it was just before the pandemic really took off… Queen performed at the fundraiser, and Brian May played guitar for John’s performance.

[@kayboy8681]

Du siehst und liebst das,was ich spüre!!!Einfach geil!

[@letstalk3265]

Tina Arena is another Australian artist of the highest caliber. Her voice is magnificent like John's and for me Tina is up there close to the greatest voice in Ella Fitzgerald. When Ella sings you know that God exists. Thanks for sharing.

[@traceybee1409]

I remember back in the day having to drive out of the state of Queensland where gambling was once illegal to NSW to see Johnny perform at the casinos there. He’s The Voice ❤

[@777colin1]

Having lived in Australia for many years, I came to realise that John Farnham is the greatest singer ever, and this song is the ultimate anthem to define what peace on a world scale means. 'We're all someone's daughter, we're all someone's son, how long can we look at each other, down the barrel of a gun'. No other song or singer has ever said it better or with more conviction.

[@xDRAGONSTARx]

Anyone who reacts to John Farnham, especially in a positive manner, automatically gains a sub + like from me. John is a fantastic entertainer. I am Australian, so I am probably a bit biased, but he has one of the greatest voices ever!!