John Farnham & Richard Marx | The Reason Why | 1994 ARIA Awards | Reaction

[@davidharwood2781]

Richard Marx from the start of his career has praised John farnham as the GOAT

[@helenfearn2761]

I love you loving John's voice.

[@julzhunt7790]

For us Aussies Farnsey IS Family. He’s the heart of Australia ❤️🇦🇺😊 Great reactions Nic❤️

[@karenstrong8887]

Richard Marx is a famous American singer/songwriter/musician. I just watched him in John’s 25th Anniversary Special. I finally understood why John’s career stopped. He did a lot of musical theatre and no one wanted to hear him sing anymore. Richard Marx lived in LA and his Dad had a satellite dish so he was playing with his radio and he found an Australia radio station with John singing You’re The Voice. He said his face looked like it did when he first saw Elvis as a child. He went to every record shop in LA and no one had that album but one store would order it for him. It was the Whispering Jack album that gave John back to us. As you can see Richard came to see him. He said the best all time singer was Sam Cooke but the best singer alive is John Farnham. You should watch that video just for yourself, it explains so much and there is a lot of sad and happy in it. John had been onstage for 25 years and only made money in the last five years, back then. John and three members of his team each wrote a verse in Burn For You when they were touring Europe. It is about how they felt leaving their wives behind and how many time the wives hung up the phone because the wives wanted them home. It was how they felt being there without them. I didn’t know that and I love him more for it. Thank you.

[@blueenglishstaffybreeder6956]

Richard Marx is a musical genius himself, yet for him to play the piano and not sing says so much about him and the respect he has for John, what a beautiful song and performance, thank you mate, your channel is going from strength to strength

[@hollygranger3734]

Great point!

[@berranari1]

I agree with this. Well said.😀

[@MaxineDay-b1p]

That's our boy Hollywood had offered him so much in a America but turned everything down he loves his country and poeple so much and still wanted to keep his freedom and sanity love U John and family❤❤😂🇦🇺🇦🇺👍

[@debfisher7593]

No one in Australia hates on Jonny farnham We all love him I'm Australian and I've seen him in concert plenty of times I absolutely love him He's a master that's for sure And to top it off he's a really nice man

[@RhythmicEye]

Dude you have given me a new appreciation for the extraordinary talents of John Farnham. I grew up listening to this man but never fully comprehended the rare gift he was and is. Thank you!

[@lucyblazebright6339]

I still remember “Right Here Waiting” by Richard Marx. Great song. “Should have known better” was a banger too

[@melblake816]

Yassss I loved Should’ve know better!

[@FionaEm]

And Hazard! Spine-chilling stuff.

[@traceyatdefiningelegance1250]

Yes please listen to the two songs the above people have mentioned that Richard Marx sings. They are awesome too.

[@alexandriagarnar6056]

Yes I agree with Tracey xxx

[@heathercraig526]

I saw Richard Marx in Sydney and he was just blown away that the audience knew all the words to his songs...it was a great night. I think it was mainly just him and the piano❤

[@mssuziquzi]

Richard Marx came across John Farnham years ago when he first heard him sing You're The Voice. He was blown away and said it was like when he first saw Elvis on television. Richard is an American singer with his own hits and also an incredible song writer. He's written songs for John and they are great friends. You know what? you're right, this was perfect.

[@glendamears3618]

Great reaction dude you , know a good singer thats You special too❤😊

[@benjybean]

Quote from Richard Marx after hearing John Farnham sing "You're The Voice" for the first time. "I became obsessed with John Farnham. I think Sam Cooke is the greatest singer who ever lived. I think John Farnham is the greatest singer alive!” Pretty high praise from an amazing singer, song writer! Richard was and is a huge star in his own right. Look him up, you won't be disappointed.

[@sumdouglas3376]

I’m soooo happy to see someone from overseas sees his unbelievable talent. Every time I watch I’m like YEEEEES YOU GET IT!

[@mals4125]

No one hates on John - EVER. On a personal note from Oz we appreciate your love of great talent. Stay true to your truth!

[@fromchomleystreet]

I saw an interview with Richard Marx once. He said “I think Sam Cooke is the greatest singer who ever lived. John Farnham is the greatest singer alive”

[@shoresaresandy]

Richard Marx credits John with changing his musical career. He said in an interview that he was at his parents house and tapped into a music program in Australia via satellite and was gobsmacked with Johns voice. The only other person who effected him like that was Elvis. He said John was a chameleon who can sing anything. He wrote songs especially for Johns vocal range. I can’t wait Nick for you to get a request for Hearts on Fire when he sings up to C5. You will go nuts!

[@ceepax6197]

But is there a song that is NOT in Johns vocal range? That is the question.

[@fionalorimer4127]

I saw that interview, Richard stumbled across John singing "The Voice" (I think), then said John had the best voice of anyone alive, also mentioned best singer who was no longer with us (can't remember who that was), great interview!

[@aggimaggi7246]

@@ceepax6197 I've never heard him do Barry White but deep down inside a part of me still thinks he could do it if he wanted to.

[@seonaelizabethcoster8465]

​@Aggi Maggi 😅😅😅 Now there's a mental image...

[@Harquin80]

John Farnham is simply the most amazing singer that ever graced us with their voice. His voice is as familiar to me as family and he will always make me smile. I sometimes have to remind myself that I don't actually know him and he isn't that uncle that I just don't see but still know and love him just as much.

[@possumsnest]

Yes! He really is like a family member or old friend. Just love him.

[@elizabethscott7660]

John not only emotes beautifully, he drags an emotional reaction from even the toughest Aussie male.

[@ThatSingerReactions]

Facts lol

[@Friendship1nmillion]

​@ThatSingerReactions YES John Farnham is the greatest singer to live AND will ever live . He's unreplaceable . This song is perfect - matched with the perfect singer . An AI software artificial intelligence self generated choice COULDN'T have made a better combination than John Farnham singing this song ( The Reason Why ) . No hate here from me to John Farnham Or to you . Your reaction style can take away from the beautiful emotion of this song , tho . Sorry 🤷 . One day you'll understand what I mean ( & what this song means to me ) . Peace ✌️. ♑️✍️🇳🇴🇦🇺

[@Friendship1nmillion]

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[@marynoonan6111]

This is one of my fav JF songs. It's magic 👌🏽Dont you love the way he just stops singing and acknowledges Richard Marks (who wrote the song) then sings to the end. Always ALWAYS acknowledged other people's talents.

[@possumsnest]

So generous and humble. Love him!

[@kerryhamilton1968]

I was at this concert. It was FANTASTIC. Look up Richard Marx's song called "Hazard". Hugely popular artist in late 80s, in Australia. I just LOVE your reactions. I LOVE how much you love and appreciate Farnsey. I feel like a proud parent. #MoveEverythingOutOfThisGuysReach Did you do a Tim Tam Slam yet? Hope your Dad and Mom got to enjoy some of them. xxxxxxx

[@SammmieJ]

me too. It was an awesome concert!

[@jeanetteosborn8498]

Hazard is the best song

[@dalisaykrege2131]

I was there too! I stalked them at the Hyatt afterwards.

[@janinelyons1091]

Isn’t Richard Marx One Of Your Boys Or Is He A Canadian ??

[@janinelyons1091]

Richard Sings Right Here Waiting For You & Hazard Both 2 Of My Favorite Richard Marx Songs n

[@BMGYS]

Yes, he is the greatest of all time!! I think the US is hard for international artists to break into due the way radio stations work over there, in particularly what artists they choose to play. Have you seen the new documentary on John Farnham? It is in cinemas here in Australia at the moment. You will love it!!

[@Sunnygirl01]

Notice how far he holds the mic and still manages to produce such power in his voice. I will never get bored of watching you react to John Farnham 😃

[@shanethurston9512]

YES - this is what I tell people when they talk about artists who have their lips on the mic

[@ceepax6197]

@@shanethurston9512 a good singer modulates the mic volume using distance. Good, powerful voiced singers always do This, and it is very dependant on the stage volume of the band and many other factors including vocal power. I am sure John would sing with the mic to his lips for some intimate passages, too, where the power of delivery is not appropriate. Not taking anything away from him - his vocal power and range are extraordinary - almost one of a kind.

[@nicolaj3294]

John Farnham's voice is a gift from god, and I'm not even religious.

[@sherylmorcom3672]

Richard is a prolific songwriter, brilliant singer and huge star in his own right. He should definitely be next on your list!!! 💖💖💖🤗🤗🤗

[@FionaEm]

I will never tire of your reactions to John Farnham 🤩 ARIA = Australian Record Industry Awards. Also an operatic term. Richard Marx is an American singer-songwriter. He had a string of hits in the late 80s-early 90s. "Hazard" is an absolute classic - sends shivers down the spine.

[@kristyhawes]

Thank u so much for appreciating our john

[@stephanielane1821]

I heard that Aretha Franklin once said John Farnham had the best voice in the world, and this guy who apparently was big in the U S A was so impressed he came to Australia to collaborate, wow, also I love your reactions 👍

[@4adgray2]

Much of John's delivery comes from having done Musical Theatre "Pippin", "JC Superstar", and others... Not only empowering his stage presence and making him give meaning to the lyrics, but enhancing his projection. 1974, when he did Pippin, there were no personal mics, or even any pick ups! You had to project your voice over the ensemble, over the orchestra in the pit, and bounce it off the back wall! I've even been to a concert where his mic dropped out and we could still hear him over his band! When he shouts at us off mic during his concerts we can hear him clearly in the back row! THAT is a performer!

[@nikkiJ5727]

Richard Marx is an amazing singer!!!! He is an american pop rock singer and songwriter My favourite song of Richard Marx is Hazard Some of his others song, Right here waiting Endless summer love Now and forever Should've known better Take this heart Don't mean nothin' Hazard

[@wyaneryeland6269]

You are so entrenched in John's voice, you really should reach out to anyone who can put you in contact and ask for a zoom interview.

[@alexs3187]

I second that. I think there’s a doco coming out about him, perfect time for some PR interviews

[@julieduck7784]

We all love John...I'm so grateful that you appreciate his talent....

[@carolynwirastika]

Love your reactions to John Farnham, he did deserve to be massive globally.

[@shenoashbay1361]

It's amazing how he keeps his singing under control with the microphone with bringing it in and then moving out away at different times so we're not just getting too loud or two soft , he knows exactly when this should happen

[@CaptainsChannel58]

How good is John Farnham?!?!

[@ThatSingerReactions]

Amazing

[@dawnthomson9269]

John has said that this song is dedicated to his two sons.

[@claudialeibel6932]

You are such an amazing musical observer/reactor I love the way you bring our attention to the technical perfection of John's vocals and genres. Thank you so much. I have always loved John's songs, and his ballads are so beautiful to l8sten to and now more deeply appreciate.

[@katymirabeth65]

The song writers need a shout out, John Farnham is an incredible being amazing voice! Lived around the corner from him for years, very humble sentient being! & I feel confident he would like the writers to acknowledged! Bless all beings everywhere 💚

[@JulieLAgresta]

No one in Australia has a bad word to say about John Farnham Period! He's the greatest & love your pure admiration for him & how awesome if you ever get to meet him :-)

[@kevinroberts2395]

John is known as "The Voice" here in Australia. We love him down here.

[@kerrypapworth1526]

Superb 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Jonases_20]

Omg! U also have a beautiful voice.

[@jetpark3743]

Richard Marx "Hazard" one of the best songs ever

[@glendablack9898]

6Sixty is a NZ band formed Dunedin NZ as young uni students. 6SIXTY is the number of the uni flat these guys lived at while they were living in DUNEDIN.

[@georgemanka]

I wish people from our own country appreciated Farnham like you do.

[@birchlet4727]

John Fareham is the soundtrack of my childhood... I know every word. It brings me joy watching you discover him

[@TracyBes]

For years here in Australia, John was labeled “Australia’s Favourite Son in Law”. Everyone here loves him. He recently battled cancer in his jaw, and had jaw surgery. Thankfully he is recovering well, and is recording the audio for his book. He also celebrated his son’s wedding earlier this year. Even if he never sings again, we will keep loving him for generations to come. Richard Marx is not just an amazing pianist, but a great singer too, with impressive vocal skills. Aussies have always respected Richard, and America can be very proud of his talent

[@62fairlane]

We can see the joy he brings to you…. 😁 And for many of us we have enjoyed John’s gift for so long. How lucky are we all to hear he’s voice👍🥳

[@margenn3889]

I'm so glad to have seen him perform live. He's so special and such a wonderful performer. He seems to perform to everyone in every seat no matter where you are for the performance.

[@shenoashbay1361]

The ultimate performer with perfect diction and perfect pitch, and and yes he knows how to bring the mic in and out with his hand to emphasise or to lighten the sound .Love 💕💕💕💕

[@JoyNichols65]

Richard Marx is amazing!!!

[@dylans2376]

John is just so effortless.

[@nanalen60]

I've not heard this before. Thank you for introducing it to this old Aussie woman 👏👏

[@ThatSingerReactions]

No problem 😊

[@MrMelo34]

Every person needs to appreciate and experience just sitting in a car listening to John Farnham pour out his heart and soul while you think and watch the world go by..

[@makepeacewithyourbrokenpieces]

Richard Marx is amazing, his song hazard is one of my favourite songs of all time.. I was a little girl when that song came out. His husky voice is 🔥

[@becm2136]

What a duo! I'm currently reading Richard's autobiography, it's really interesting. I had no idea he has so many song writing credits. Legend.

[@DanP_original]

My God he is sublime.

[@bonoff3369]

You have a very very good voice too. Love it when you sing along.

[@cbaus76]

I love that you’ve discovered Johnny. He was and still is my childhood musical hero. His songs are the them song of my childhood and I can’t envisage my life once his voice is gone. The day Johnny leaves us is the day my soul will fracture

[@annagrimaldi3301]

Such a beautiful song and John delivers yet again! Richard Marx has a super raspy voice and is such a fantastic singer/songwriter. Check out "Hazard" you'll love it! ❤

[@kimmagee9645]

my wedding song :) and used to sing it to my twin babies

[@christinerobinson2332]

I agree with you John Farnham is an amazing singer who is also an amazing human being. I am a proud Australian who has so many memorise growing up with the soundtrack of so many terrific aussie artists & songs. I love the way you express your passion for artists and your ability to describe every detail of not only their talent but how they make you feel deep down in your soul, I feel it too . So glad I found your channel and thanks for all the joy you share......Cheers & Stay safe 🌟

[@coolchick7788]

Fellow Aussie here and I LOVE that you love "You're the Voice" as much as we do!! 🙏🙏🙏

[@waynewills849]

My mother-in-law called him a sceamer, so i made sure i played FARNSEY and BARNSY every day 😂😂😂

[@josiequintela199]

Bravo 👏👏🥰🇦🇺🥂 John has been my celebrity crush since I was a 11yrs old & he still is ❤️ LOVE his hair back then!!! 😉🥂🥂 Richard Marx is a great songwriter & performer !!!

[@nathanhiggins8091]

Richard Marx is an American singer-songwriter from the 80's and early 90's.

[@ShishakliAus]

"Richard Marx? Never heard of him" LOL kids these days

[@toddyrocket296]

Lol Just love your passion in your reactions Yep everyone back in the day wanted to sing with John Exept for a few who thought they were better but didn't want to get shown up by him live in concert lol.

[@traceyatdefiningelegance1250]

I love how much you love Our John Farnham and seeing the joy on your face. We’ve been lucky to have had him for so long here in OZ but I wish his music was over in the States when he first became really famous here. I went to one of his concerts about 10 years ago.

[@martyb2187]

He is so incredible. Brings tears to my eyes.

[@bettinahansen7630]

Same here♥️

[@robertchinnock8017]

Richard marx is from the usa and had some great hits like right here waiting, hazard.. ive seen John live in concert here in Australia and such a great night..

[@alyn927]

Such a beautiful song performed by incredible artists and a great reaction too thankyou

[@julianaFinn]

I didn't realise that you haven't covered Richard Marx yet!! Huge around the world especially in the 80s and 90s. Fantastic American song writer and his voice brings me to tears....

[@revylucian8289]

Lol, I love how you always threaten violence whenever there's a moment that surprises you.

[@delwynhallett565]

He is our Australian legend in every way. Much respect to his long time wife Jill and two sons. Prayers for John's fight with mouth cancer... Keep fighting John..

[@Tiggie2000]

I haven't gotten past 12:16 - 12:19 because I just LOVE your reaction there!I've rewatched it countless times already!!! hahaha. I just love your reaction to him.

[@theghost6412]

Richard is an extroadinarily gifted American Musician. He is a brilliant writer, plays many instruments, and can sing beautifully. He was quite taken in by Johns voice just like you have and actually written this song just for him.

[@ChrisFirth-do2sm]

Richard Marx music, Phil buckle lyrics.

[@maxinecheshire9628]

I love this song ❤ it describes how I feel about my beautiful boy. John sings it so 😍

[@ariadnepyanfar1048]

I never hated on him, but I grew up with him on the radio every day on a middle of the road pop music radio station. I always thought of him as a middle of the road pop singer. It has taken your analysis, and stopping and replaying sections of him singing, to finally hear that he's more than an average singer. I can finally hear his towering musical talent. And every now and then I STILL can't hear Farnham as anything more than average. Obviously I have been spoiled. Edit: I had the exact same relationship with Barnsey as a rock singer until you came along and taught me to appreciate what I took for granted.

[@Tiggie2000]

I've introduced a lot of my American friends to John Farnham and have even wound up buying a LOT of merchandise from his concerts to send to them as gifts. They're crazy about him! Not as crazy as me, though. hahaha

[@littlewren1792]

I just watched a reaction with a guy who watched the official music version- he dissed JF and ALL the comments literally shredded this guy to pieces . He made up for it by watching a live and admitting he was wrong lol… it was hilarious.

[@ChristinePomeroy]

Beautiful song and performance watched it a few times love your reactions

[@bennyj8386]

Im glad youve found John, its reminded me how great he is. I grew up with him so it became background noise. Its nice to relive some of it and see you enjoy it too✌️

[@add1msk1]

Richard Noel Marx is an American adult contemporary and pop rock singer and songwriter. He has sold over 30 million albums worldwide. He is the only male artist in history to have his first seven singles reach the Top 5 on the Billboard charts and has scored a total of 14 #1 singles, both as a performer and songwriter/producer. According to Billboard, Marx "holds the distinction of having written songs that have hit No. 1 on various Billboard charts in each of the last four decades." Throughout his career, he notched a string of worldwide No. 1 hits including: "Right Here Waiting", "Hold On to the Nights", "Endless Summer Nights", "Satisfied" and more.

[@juliechurley2716]

Wow, that’s impressive. Thanks for that

[@carpelibrarium8522]

I just found a new lullaby for my kidlet. 😍

[@irenelindberg658]

Love your priceless reactions thank you for making me smile 🙂

[@georgeibrahim7945]

Love these two guys on stage Richards and Johns voices are two of the best I’ve ever heard. Richard Marx also has many great hits

[@wren1960]

Another wonderful performance by John. Thanks for this I had not seen this, heard the song many times but not seen. 🥰🎼🎵

[@Whewchilee]

"I will pull up in Australia" lmaooooooooo. I love Richard Marx, you must've heard Right Here Waiting? A great song!

[@juliebrown8381]

I love Farnsy too have seen him in concert...perfection and a great bloke too 🥰 love from Australia 🇦🇺

[@juanitamartin2559]

Lifted up by angels will tear you up its beautiful

[@thomaschivers7883]

Your starting to learn but you havent seen he sings from the heart and its emotion that shapes his voice especially when he's on stage he's the ultimate performer and comes alive on stage

[@michellel3455]

You crack me up. Making me literally LOL during my whole bus ride to work. A lot of strange looks at me, but I don't care haha

[@racheladmore240]

I'm a Kiwi. Australians and New Zealanders (Kiwis), have been listening to John Farnham for years, I think I was 10 yrs old when I first heard him singing, Age of Reason... It's so funny to see different reactors reacting to Singers, Bands we've listened to a life time ago... But it nice just to see the reactions on your faces that gets me... Keep going, love the channel... Try a couple from Midnight Oil...

[@johnrose6858]

John Farnham is the male Celine Dion. His music will live on for many years to come.

[@garypeterson8394]

Hey mate, Thanks for the messages this morning 🙏 I knew you'd be blown away, who wouldn't be either. Looking forward to your reactions from "What's the buzz" Jesus Christ Superstar Australian cast video.

[@reneepope-munro8115]

Interesting choice, what’s the buzz. Imo the least interesting track vocally from the whole show!

[@alfictabla5215]

I sincerely hope that Farnesy sees this some time :)

[@dave0678]

10:25 - look at where he holds the microphone... HUGE demonstration of his vocal power and capacity

[@adamfawkes4764]

Chains around my heart is a Richard Marx song that John Farnham covers. Powerful and tricky to sing.

[@moniquepotter2227]

He sings Right Here Waiting For You

[@leandabee]

You are so very funny and appreciative of talent, just love ya🥰. Richard Marx sang a song called Hazard and omg, his voice is insane too😳. Richard has always been in awe of John's voice.

[@fourocker]

Many, many singers struggle to generate that sort of vocal power and stay in tune, John on the other hand works very hard to reign it in and not let it get out of hand, Richard Marx is a very gifted American singer/musician, I'm a big fan of his too.