John Farnham | You're The Voice | Live 1994 | Reaction

[@glenyswarren3820]

This has added meaning right now, as John has just gone through life altering surgery for mouth cancer and has part of his jaw removed. No one knows whether he will ever sing again, so this brings us to tears at present. All of Australia is behind you John, we love you, you ARE the voice!!

[@despinachasapis5366]

Sad news to hear about one of my favourite singers that I grew up with!!

[@Laneykins]

Correction, You’re the voice. Try and understand it.

[@anjabrinkman4805]

💖

[@idkok3824]

❤

[@freetowhat]

Thanks to the many recordings of his outstanding performances, John will continue to sing long after we’re all dust. Long live Farnsie, we’re all rooting for your recovery.

[@flutesong5527]

When an entire country knows every word, brings me to tears of joy every time

[@heatherrowles9930]

This and Chisel's When the War is Over.........I dont know many Aussies who arent affected by both of those.

[@tattoochicky]

It's so beautiful isn't it 😍

[@monicaemm4109]

Yep - this is something that every generation knows, and we love to sing it at full voice whenever it’s played 😁😁😁

[@steveveness3829]

We the People need to remember these words on the 17th of October 2021. We the People ARE the voice of the Commonwealth , WE voice OUR WILL not the Dictators of the Corrupt Corporate Pseudo Goverment.

[@nica7587]

So true. We all know every word.

[@brentmarra7426]

Play this in any pub around the world and you will soon know where the Aussies are

[@mazza7419]

There is nobody on this planet who can replicate his voice. Our pride and joy is Johnny Farnham. Our icon. Our legend. Our hero. He is what aussies really are. He makes our country. Proud Aussie here. Proud of our boy. God bless him every second of every minute of every day. Praying for him every day. 🙏

[@dolfyn73]

I'm the blonde girl in the crowd pumping my fist in the air near the beginning of the first chorus! John Farnham is & always will be my favourite male singer. He's incredibly talented, hilariously funny, extremely humble, & always kind & generous to his fans. He is The Voice.

[@aryansigrid]

Lucky you! 😁

[@Susan-hk7uj]

Totally agree.

[@mariagrant2072]

Saw it - lucky you being there - I have a photo of myself cuddling up to him when he was part of the Brisbane Warana Parade as that years King of Pop sponsored by radio 4IP - never thought then he would become as big as he did- that photo is my personal treasure ❤️

[@jenniferanderson1499]

OMG really? What a memory to have. Brissie girl here. I saw his show with the MSO when it came to town.

[@Allannah_Of_Rome]

Oh wow that's so funny and very cool and what a coincidence, I'm the dark hair girl just before you with the bangs lol. I saw the camera coming and wanted to run and hide but there was nowhere to run. 😂😁💚

[@scottythompson5387]

Aretha Franklin said he has the most pitch perfect male voice she’s ever heard

[@rickandersen2284]

Do you remember where you heard or read that?

[@juliangrant9718]

That is the maddest props!

[@joannemurdock7899]

I Believe that👍

[@adammcdonald1839]

Well that’s exactly what a wise women with the most serious voice in the world would say . Listen to her … feel she may have a clear idea and more so than any of us … ❤❤️🇦🇺🇺🇸🇬🇧💯🙏

[@michellebarry9617]

The chills come when you hear a full Aussie crowd sing this together...a true national anthem!!

[@suerichards47]

Well said❤💋❤💋

[@jakobole]

I'm from Denmark - I totally get it.

[@kimfinlay4278]

My Mum and I used to watch his concerts simultaneously on TV with 96FM Perth. Great memories.

[@LetItBeSummer-1]

That is so cool. I know this song from years ago - didn’t know it was like an anthem for Aussie’s but makes total sense! Powerful! ♥️

[@craigsteven5343]

Agreed! 100% national anthem!

[@littleflick]

You know you’re at an Aussie pub when this banger comes on for last drinks and the entire pub starts singing along.

[@JasonX00]

And then we walk out with our arms around each other's shoulders ☺️

[@debphelan-devon7928]

Right

[@ThorneyRose]

This is our unofficial anthem. His nickname is “The Voice”.

[@karlz2518]

It’s Jack

[@BOO4YOU2]

And he had that name a long time prior to the TV show :)

[@iansingsiansings2101]

​@@karlz2518 Whispering Jack...

[@MsS-J]

Whispering Jack

[@joannemurdock7899]

We can Hear why❤

[@Shireboyz]

Collective prayers for the legend of Australian music as he recovers in hospital after an eleven and a half hour surgery to remove a cancerous tumour from his mouth. May he recover fully

[@pauljordan4452]

Amen. He's unlikely to ever sing again though.

[@pamtopham1746]

Well said Mr. Picone.

[@JCEE101]

This song is very much an Aussie Anthem. It's awesome to see new People outside of Australia appreciating how great some of our singers are. 🔥🔥🔥💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@memaisrandom]

So true. We ALL know this song. It should be our anthem haha.

[@fenderfetish]

Farnesy!!

[@haichidalora330]

This be my fav singer currently

[@amydixon2377]

Yeah, this is definitely an unofficial Aussie anthem. I saw this live at The Main Event in 1998, and there were bagpipe players on stage. That's well worth looking up.

[@jakobole]

I'm from Denmark, and run a studio here - "appreciation" is too small a word.

[@louisfrost4975]

Nahhhh You need the live version, with a full orchestra and bagpipes. YES I SAID BAGPIPES

[@joelmelissam]

As someone who hates bagpipes, Loius Frost is right. The bagpipes will give you goosebumps in this song.

[@PrincessGold1]

The pipers in full Scottish regalia usually walk on in that one and play the bagpipes! It’s awesome. Australia’s unofficial anthem.

[@nawalal-rida1607]

The best one he is a legend

[@amberb2376]

Fellow Aussies saying, “yeah naaah… you need to hear a version with bagpipes”

[@rachelmaddocks9473]

Yes the bagpipes!!!!

[@dianacasey6002]

John is not only a great singer he’s funny and a really decent human being

[@angelaoliver7776]

Yes he is, I met him and his wife Jill at Colleen Hewitts house in Melbourne.

[@willco5431]

Seen him live twice. He is amazing. My brother bought this album on a record. First music I was exposed too. Not a bad start 😀

[@amandakanofski8408]

And I’ve Kissed John Farnham. Absolutely love John.

[@bradcarby3765]

And he's a drunk so he fits in well....

[@Kate-vt7zj]

1000% ❤

[@hayleymuir3363]

This IS Australia's anthem, it's played at every pub, sporting events and everybody loves it and it's sung in mass, we love you whispering jack (johnny Farnham) 🇦🇺

[@maryclaudiapitman]

It is a recorder, I think, not a flute. I have worked on at least 3 of John's shows and he is truly a showman. I wish I could do his songs justice

[@daveonceraved]

This is australias sweet caroline

[@sibelrachele7968]

Our whispering Jack yrs before auto tune he is THE VOICE AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL LEGEND ❤❤

[@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!!!!!!

[@jogould1045]

The voice is an iconic Australian song. It is a rallying cry to our people and a very Australian attitude. We Will NOT sit in silence we will NOT live in fear! Australians are a nice people but push us and you will find steel. Love this man!

[@nessienessie8798]

Well said. i love being an Aussie.

[@thevocalcrone]

maybe then .. not now.. time to reeducate our children and teach them to stand up and be counted again me thinks.

[@Harquin80]

I just love watching people react to John Farnham. As an Australian, his voice is as familiar to me as my own family's voices. I don't remember a time I didn't know the sound of his voice. He is an icon. So seeing people react to him who haven't heard his voice before is so satisfying and I feel a sense of pride as if he were family!!

[@jj-if6it]

Same with me, I was born in 1986 so literally grew up with his music.

[@foochtube]

YES times a million! Perfectly said!

[@rosemarychapman8833]

John Farnham is an Aussie legend and You're the voice is our unofficial anthem. Glad you enjoy John's singing. ❤from Australia

[@77RJ777]

Your point on diversity is spot on. Most Australians really don't give a shit who you are or where you're from as long as you're willing to give it a go and get on board.

[@leighmccabe]

There is nothing like hearing this song live … especially when the bagpipes come out . He is a true entertainer 🇦🇺

[@annetterawlings4549]

Exactly - he is a legend. Saw him many times over the years - also as cast of Jesus Christ Superstar - he's amazing

[@digger1900]

You really need to hear a bagpipe version

[@vickiroman189]

The lyrics are more relevant than ever for Australia right now. So powerful.

[@Crackfox75]

Thoughts are with you dude, I’m in Scotland and things are not good here either.

[@XaviRonaldo0]

"oh you do what you're told". Sincerely the tyrannical governments of Australia

[@PrincessGold1]

Nah, it’s “let’s work together to beat this!” for the absolute majority of people. We’ve done this before, you know. In the 50’s and 60’s there was compulsory vaccination for polio and tuberculosis. There were compulsory lung xrays in special Health Dept mobile vans on street corners for adults. There was no asking peission from parents. We were just lined up at school, walked to the Community centre and they did class after class, school after school, year after year, by the way. As a young adult I had those lung xrays for 2 years for tuberculosis before they were no longer needed. By doing this, working together for the good of everyone, we got rid of polio in Australia. We still have a special tuberculosis quarantine facility in Australia and a leprosy one for the rare cases that usually are started by people coming back in from overseas. Before WW2, a relative of mine, at age 3, was identified as a carrier of diptheria ( a horrific childhood disease where a membrane grew over the throat slowly suffocating the young children that it struck. In those days many families lost a child to this. This young 3 yr old was placed in a quarantine on her own for 3 yrs without seeing a member of her family. This is 2021, not the early or mid 20th Century. We have vaccines now. Grow up and do you bit!

[@coreyjones7202]

​@@PrincessGold1 You weren't getting locked up and losing your job back then either. How many boosters did you need after the Polio injection?. They didnt even lockdown in the 1920's for influenza. There are comparisons but not the same. Who are you to tell someone to grow up.

[@MultiFortunate1]

ABSOLUTELY! 💯✊🏽💪🏽

[@cassaiken6681]

John Farnham is a national treasure...its so great to see our singers being loved on from overseas

[@nuttymum64]

I saw John perform this live in August 2002 in Melbourne. 9/11 had shaken the foundations of all our souls and when he got up and sang this as an encore with the whole audience as one just on their feet and belting this out, it was quite frankly, just a profoundly moving experience providing chills and tears. Unforgettable, I could weep even now and I am a very long way from being a crier...

[@marcusgoldston5971]

Only singer I’ve heard of that’s actually blown up two microphones in one concert! Bloody legend!

[@mark_22222]

That's not actually possible, you can blow up speakers but definitely can't blow up a microphone. But I get your point and agree, that he stands in rarified air with very few others that can belt out a tune the way he could.

[@Rebecca.G]

If you're looking for more John Farnham music, 'Burn For You' is one of my favourites by him.

[@bianca_gayle]

Omg I love that song!

[@kazzlerazzle]

Couldn’t agree more 🥰🥰

[@meganey2263]

Goosies every time I hear it 💜

[@MrPickles6552]

Totally agree!!

[@TheRealMarkElms]

OATH

[@grantbretherton9615]

In 1981 I saw Stevie Wonder when he was on tour in Australia and John Farnham was his support act. What a night. Stevie invited John back to the stage and they sang duets. Stevie paid John huge accolades as a singer and it was a brilliant night of over 4 hours of live music.

[@elowishusmirkatroid4898]

Hey Grant, I saw that concert in Melbourne, what a fantastic memory! I remember Stevie Wonder saying Johnny had the best voice of anyone he'd ever toured with. We all felt extremely proud because Stevie was so huge and respected at the time. Ah, the good old days!

[@danschiavello]

It’s unreal to read this. What year was this?

[@grantbretherton9615]

@@danschiavello 1981

[@danieldoherty130]

Wow

[@gnrsgl]

I need to find that concert

[@robertburke5354]

Props to you for swapping from the studio version to a live performance. Farnham is great in the studio, but even better live. He has an amazing stage presence, and he feeds off the audience.

[@JosieJo2000]

Just missing the bagpipes!

[@Beckaboo3397]

I feel like this song has never been more relevant than it is now. With everything going on in the world today our corrupt governments, propaganda,agendas, war . So many ppl from every country are over it. The lyrics to this song I feel like if everyone were to sing this out loud together it would really get us to believe that our voice and standing together can make a change.

[@vikkiluxton1204]

Absolutely, it's spot on with what is happening here in Australia 🇦🇺

[@salva_75]

@@vikkiluxton1204 LOLWUT

[@mariagrant2072]

Totally agree 👍🏿🥰🇦🇺

[@PrincessGold1]

Vikki Luxton, It's a heck of a lot better than it's been for the previous 9 yrs and the last 3 were the worst, not because of Covid or our response, but because our PM was incompetant.

[@plutoplutoan4734]

Belted this with every cell in my body during the November marches for freedom in Australia. Every word is truth.

[@MissTarryn]

I love how much you love this, John Farnham is an Australian legend, an Australian Icon, an Australian goddamn hero and his weapon is his voice boosted by his heart. He makes me proud to be Australian

[@JC-xs3fx]

Oi oi oi!!!

[@MissTarryn]

@@JC-xs3fx high five!

[@dahlyiadubonnet]

oi oi oi!!!

[@MissTarryn]

@@dahlyiadubonnet

[@61881N5]

OI! OI! OI!🇦🇺 🇦🇺 🇦🇺

[@devilsadvocate2548]

It's not just John's vocals that are amazing when you see him live. His involvement with 'his' audience, his personal connection with everyone in the stadium etc is also one of the best I've ever seen, and I've seen quite a few Australian and top international acts over the years. He makes you feel like he's invited you around to his house to watch him and a couple of mates have a jam session! Definitely 'one of' the top performers of all time. The real amazing thing with his vocal ability is that even in his 70s, he still sings his big songs such as 'You're the Voice' in the same key as he did in his 30s.....

[@stephanieyee9784]

He's a funny bugger snd always loves to interact with the audience. He's such a beautiful man.

[@coco-on60fps54]

I've seen him 3 times and would happily go again and again. He is truly an amazing singer, entertainer and person. He's a dead set legend.

[@blacksorrento4719]

Couldn’t agree with you more, His concerts are something else. He even did his usual job of throwing the mike stand but it didn’t go where it was supposed to, it was like it had a mind of its own. Even his band cracked up, it had to happen one day! Talk about ad lib.

[@roxannlegg750]

Yup - so true!!! We just dont see that in overseas bands eh?

[@ShaunButterley]

As an Aussie, who now lives in the States, one of my biggest regrets is never seeing John live. I've seen his TV appearances and DVD's many times, just never live. Speaking of TV appearances, I remember seeing him on Hey Hey it's Saturday a few times. Very funny bloke.

[@carollange9699]

This is like a national anthem for us in Australia I have heard this at concerts with thousands of people singing at once Amazing

[@TheFinnola]

This song is so John Farnham, that Australian singers don’t dare ever sing it! You would be pelted off the stage it’s so sacred to Farnsey!

[@belindastanton4811]

Our whole country is on tenterhooks as John has just geen diagnosed with mouth cancer and has had surgery and jaw reconstruction. If we never get to hear that incredible voice live again, we have 40+ years of his best work to reflect on. Thank God!@ Praying for his full recovery daily. Will forever be my favourite Aussie singer ❤️❤️

[@anniebrixton1518]

Farnham is ridiculously talented. No one can sing like him. I’ve seen him live many many times and his voice never fails. Pitch perfect start to end. Australia loves him. Not only is he a phenomenal singer, he’s hilarious and just a great person . This song is a national treasure. Every party, wedding, 21st, celebration it comes on and every single person , despite their age sings it loud . What a talent he is

[@Onoriki01]

Hahaaa... a technically challenging song when sung properly but trust me when I say many Aussies have had A LOT of drunk practice hitting every note.. whether or not we nail it is a different story 😂🤣 One of our precious Aussie anthems from THE Voice 🙌🏾 🙌🏾

[@jacquelineleemann-jackson7939]

As an Aussie it makes me so proud that you love John too. We love him & his songs. The fact that pretty much everyone in Australia knows this song word for word is amazing. He comes across as a really nice guy too.

[@jenniferbailey5914]

This song is Australia’s unofficial National anthem. It never gets old. Australia is one of the most diverse countries in the world.

[@lyndalhesketh9821]

This and Horses by Darryl Braithwaite. Best songs to come on in a pub and everyone knows the worlds!!!!

[@TheMimiSard]

Word on being diverse. It is a side effect of colonial history and the repeal of White Australia Policy. It's nice living in a big city and seeing so much variety as a total normal state of life.

[@rudugger_5188]

@@TheMimiSard hmm.. 1793 Irish / Scottish, 1838 Afghans, 1848 Chinese, 1850 Japanese, subsequent Italians, Greeks, Germans, Britains, 1970's through 1990's Vietnamese to Sri Lankans -- to pluck out 50 years from the middle of 200 + years of history when there was immigration from many diverse nations prior and after just shows shitty bias and undergrad level research.

[@robanks3895]

I have never heard of this singer, he has a great voice . I never knew Australia was diverse though

[@adventurethis]

@@rudugger_5188 Don't be such a negative salty bitch. People are here for the good vibes. Asshole.

[@vanessaabbas2309]

There has never been another Farnsey and there never will be. An absolute icon

[@WilliamOwyong]

9:25 - "-he looked at the audience, walked, and just casually just hit that note without a vein in his neck" OMG 🤣

[@crissym7182]

I am from Perth western Australia and I was in the childrens hospital visiting a friend's son who had cancer and me being cheeky asked for a song and he burst out singing right there.. needless to say it was one of my best life moments... he was a great guy, easy going and happy to do it... love this man.. all Ozzie's do

[@tictactoedias1908]

For anyone watching this please send some healing vibes to John Farnham, who’s currently in hospital recovering from oral cancer 😢hope he’s on the mend . God speed John have loved you and your music for 50 years . Bless you and your family, love always from WA 🇦🇺❤️

[@DanielTysonDanielTyson]

Seeing you discover the Australian national treasure that is John Farnham is heart-warming. I do recommend listening to the original recorded music video just for the bagpipe solo.

[@meghanvidler9147]

I remember being in the audience at one of his concerts when he’d be singing this - the emotion in the crowd was incredible. He is also known as being one of the nicest artists, always credited his band and backing singers with his success and acknowledged them individually every concert.

[@4adgray2]

NICK!!!!!!!! NEWS BREAK!!!!! Terrible news! 23 Aug 2022 At age 73yo, John has just undergone Cancer Tumor Removal surgery from his mouth, and reconstruction of part of his jaw. (Due to smoking) He is still with us, but it is highly unlikely he will ever sing / perform again! 😞 He is in ICU and it will be a long recovery. ❤‍🩹💗

[@ehgore1978]

Best wishes right now John

[@candiceallen7967]

Someone needs to make John Farnham watch this react, ASAP! This song is Australia's Unofficial anthem. Everyone knows every word to this song in OZ.

[@chookinathunderstorm3446]

I don't think you realised that that was JOHN, acting as the news announcer wearing glasses, in the very first frame, of the first video you began playing. He's a cheeky fella isn't he? He's been singing, beautiful and meaningful songs, with that supernatural voice for so long and he has always had such a great sense of humour too. It's almost like he is some kind of immortal, benevolent trickster come to play with us humans.

[@craigman3142]

Vanetta Fields is one of the backing singers originally from the USA. She sang for Boz Scaggs, Steely Dan etc, etc. Came to Oz and stayed. Have seen him many, many times

[@judemcmahon]

Hearing her back him was always awesome, alongside Lindsay and Lisa ❤❤❤

[@nerfherder3582]

Not to mention, backing vocals on Dark Side Of The Moon………

[@pamharrison8348]

Vanessa was an Ikette with lke and Tina Turner.

[@dudedude8653]

The difference with the live version to the recorded version is at 2:56, it is a full on bagpipe. Epic!

[@JulieMyles-l9i]

Aussies have some of the best singers and bands around

[@japaneseslipperify]

Great video! I’m a Aussie and work as a professional viola player. I generally do symphonies/ballets/operas etc but I also freelance for all types of shows. A number of years ago, I got to play in a couple of John Farnham stadium shows(as part of a string quartet -augmenting the house band). Hands down, some of the best gigs I’ve ever done. He and his band are phenomenal! I’ve grown up with his legend but seeing Farnham live is something else. This video brings back lovely memories. Ps. My favorite part of show was mid-chorus, looking up to experience full band, backing singers, audience, John and 2 bagpipes players belting it out. I almost lost my mind!

[@aususer]

7 million years playing in front of us Aussie crowds… John is a refined act. My parents saw him live in the 60’s… the guy is iconic…

[@JutaStokes]

He was my mum's first concert when he was singing Sadie The Cleaning lady in the 60s, then my first concert when Whispering Jack came out in the 80s. He IS Australia!

[@captaintwoneil9488]

You need and I mean NEED to watch him sing Amazing Grace. It’s is amazing. Welcome to the Aussie talent. John is still singing in the same key today in his 70s as he was from the very beginning

[@aussierhino471]

I echo this sentiment strenuously - the version he does with Venetta Fields where it begins a capella is astonishing and spine tingling.

[@bezzyturner]

Also ‘Help’, so bloody good

[@andypat5405]

Such a gift.

[@kayadair7791]

John really connects with audiences!

[@kierajaded]

The version he did with Mitch Tambo and Brian May is also well worth a listen

[@janinelyons1091]

I Love That Version

[@belindabaker9240]

Definitely worth checking out that version . It was good

[@heathertownley9667]

and Olivia ❤

[@glennarmstrong7891]

I'm glad you switched to the live version. John was 45 when this was done and is now 71 and not doing many shows, so it may be hard to see him live. If you want to see him perform at 70 check out kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqLNf4qrgpetY7M In this video you get an idea of how powerful his voice is when you see how far he keeps from the microphone.

[@velvetandchester]

More people need to like this comment so it get seen! John Farnham with Anthony Warlow, John Farnham impromptu rendition of "My Yiddish Mama" with Tom Jones on Hey Hey its Saturday. And of course John Farnham as the best ever Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar"

[@andrew7648]

The Firefight performance was something special - the whole day and night was brilliant in fact, for Queen to perform the Live Aid set for the first time since the original it had to be special. Hearing Mitch Tambo talk about how John and the band were so welcoming to him puts an exclamation mark on John's inclusiveness. Sad what cancer has done to Livvy's voice though.

[@Teagirl009]

I was lucky enough to see this live in Feb last year. John sounded amazing. Having Brian May up there was an extra treat. And I loved seeing Indigenous Australian artist, Mitch Tambo singing parts in Gamilaraay language too.

[@carlwebster4217]

I remember when he was doing his big concerts it was always hard to get a ticket because they wete sold out so quickly... you're the voice is not just the song any whites in anthem

[@suzmac1526]

Yrs yes yes

[@weathergirl133]

Growing up an Aussie in a household where John Farnham was played on a daily basis and now as a 32 year old I still listen to him often. This so is like an anthem. The best version of this song is when the bagpipes are played in the chorus, it just makes the effect of the song so much stronger

[@JdMac-x4o]

Real deal mate 😂 no auto tune, just raw power. Old skool legend

[@TheDodgeFactor]

Who else noticed the range of ages at this concert. That's how loved a lot of Aussie music legends are. Especially John Farnham. And this song and the album are what kicked his career to the stratosphere after being ignored for years. Thank you John. From Sadie to today you've been the soundtrack of so many Aussies lives.

[@micamojo]

You do know that by switching Farnsy from album to live makes you an horary Australian. Congrats Mate.

[@imjustsaying6712]

Hi, John's last name is pronounced Farn - em the H is silent. Many thanks for reviewing one of the GOATs of Aussie music 👍👍👍

[@zaccat693]

The U.S. recording companies rejected John Farnham when his manager tried to get contracts. And look at his talent.

[@markabrahams3263]

I remember being in a pub or maybe even it was a McDonald's in London with a few Australian friends and this came over the radio. We couldn't help but sing along out loud!

[@Alecia-Brown]

U need to see the live performance in Melbourne with the orchestra. It’s amazing.

[@prodigalson5965]

This album is one of the greatest Australian albums ever recorded. Whispering Jack. Perfection. Scary thing is, his voice is just as good live as in the studio

[@josiequintela199]

I get goosebumps each time I hear the song 🇦🇺🇦🇺❤️

[@davidhandson2429]

The Melbourne symphony orchestra version of this song actually features the bagpipes and sounds so much better than this performance.

[@darrellwestton9773]

Definitely agree, check that one out

[@HDvids101]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJ6VnpJvis6dqdE Yes it is

[@muddypool7537]

I think it was a Stevie Wonder concert or Doobie Brothers (it was a long time ago) in Sydney very early 80's, John Farnham opened. Blew me away. I have to say his band was better than Stevie's. Personally the main act fell flat for me; that's saying something bc I was not a Farnham fan. Stevie commented in the papers that John Farnham is the best singer he had ever heard-words to the effect.

[@HDvids101]

@@muddypool7537 Great story :-)

[@muddypool7537]

@@HDvids101 -I looked it up; the year was 1981. It'd take a lot more digging than I care to do in order to find Stevie Wonder's actual words. Tom Jones praised John's talent as well.

[@louisaklimentos7583]

He is amazing !

[@jacquieholmes4064]

John Farnhan is a bloody legend!

[@bronwynpalmer6362]

He is such a joy to see in concert. He not only sings amazingly, he's a great performer, really engaging with the audience. He obviously loves what he is doing and it shows. His joy is contagious.

[@lisacarter9935]

Perfectly said. He’s incredible, what a gem he is 💕

[@flej01]

This song holds so much emotion for me, it was the first song I heard after my bro in law was murdered in 1986, it give me goose bumps everytime I hear it x

[@dahlyiadubonnet]

I am so sorry for your loss! 🙏🙏🙏😇😇😇

[@willhawney3849]

He is another one of our Australian national treasures

[@aimeeduncan8187]

Awesome aussie awesome singer and looks so effortless doing it

[@debphelan-devon7928]

This should be a National Anthem Proudest moment my mum and my baby sister in the Mosh Pitt at his concert My super shy mum

[@helnbak9372]

His concerts are fantastic even now at the age of 70 his voice is phenomenal - he’s hilarious too and really engages his audiences. Love John

[@allisterdavidson9805]

Everytime someone hears this song for the first time, they are always blown away by it. I don't think theres many songs like this ever in the world. I think it is the tune itself and the production that builds it from the start. Imagine 20-30 thousand people all singing this at once....thats what he does with this song in a stadium. Released in 1986, still today most people know it including young people.

[@LachieWappet]

Literally cried watching this. My family moved away from Australia when i was young and ever since I’ve been chasing the feeling of being back there. This is one of those songs that takes me there. They could arrange it, and the entire country would show up and you’d hear us singing this across the world. When I can I’ll hit your cash app but I recommend Horrorshow “Down The Line (Mana’s Song) if you wanna hear a rap song that can make you cry. Keep it up you legend

[@noirjacques3274]

You must hear the usual/typical live version one time in which a bagpiper comes on stage and plays that bit you heard as a keyboard solo, awesome. Loved your reactions btw.

[@TiltBrook]

Happen to notice that I’m watching 3 years (9/2/24) to the day you posted this

[@emmarose4475]

Thank you so much for acknowledging John Farnham's special gift. Overall he's quite underrated and doesn't get enough credit. He truly has one of the greatest voices, he's truly a legend 🙏

[@j.j.hayden9461]

This is the first live performance of his I watched. I was like "yeah, he sounds amazing but can he do it live (most singers can')?". Happy to say it blew my mind, everything about his voice: tone, pitch, range etc is spot on. It cemented his place as my favourite singer I've ever heard and that's saying something. Cheers

[@kimmelou13]

This is one of the best reactions I’ve ever seen. It brought tears to my eyes seeing someone enjoy our good Aussie talent. Thank you 😊

[@mayzor7]

Why am i smiling so much 😅😅😅

[@robandjess73]

How can you not?! 🇦🇺❤

[@denisejones5843]

John you are a legend Our unofficial anthem, love you. You are THE VOICE.

[@naomitaitoko5745]

I have been listening to this song for almost 30 years. Recently it was done by an Indigenous Gamilaraay singer Mitch Tambo and John Farnham and Olivia Newton John sun with him. It’s an epic song for all ages. As an Australian I’m so proud of your reaction. This song still gives me chills. John Farnham recently underwent surgery for cancer and I bet he would appreciate your reaction to his performances.

[@TattooedAussieChick]

Live he is AMAZING. Makes me proud to be an Aussie. Loved John since the 1970’s. ❤️

[@joshuabollenhagen4220]

Australians take our acts for granted sometimes, seeing someone from another country hearing them for the first time and loving them. Just makes you really appreciate what we grew up with and brings so much joy

[@roslynjonsson2383]

Sunday 18th December 2022 here, and just had you plastered all over my tv screen Nic - Channel 7 Perth, just ran your story. Loved it, you new Aussie celebrity lol....Well done Nic ♥

[@londarychlewski6228]

Good choice changing…live is brilliant

[@kathytrembath5748]

Yep. You're right. He can do anything vocally. He is an anomaly. And he is ours. An Aussie treasure.

[@datwistyman]

When you pay to go to a concert to spend half of it singing back at the bloke. Love John. Lol you'll see what I mean I guess. It's not his concert, it's our concert. Fellow Australian's if you can articulate it better please do 👍❤️👍❤️

[@quiltygal6981]

I think it's because he's more like your brother, mate, the guy in the pub you have a beer with than a "star". Sadly it's also why a lot of people don't give him the credit he's due.

[@vickigreen9545]

You said it great!

[@denisemontgomery3591]

Yep, we get it.

[@stitchgroover]

I've only just discovered your channel, and I gotta say how happy I am that you discovered Whispering Jack. An absolute solid gold 100 carat superstar of Australian music, there is nothing that John cannot do. John had a massive career during the 60s and 70s, but by the 80's and the end of his brief stint as lead singer of Little River Band, his star had lost it's shine, and he was considered a bit of a relic and a joke. That is, until he recorded "You're the Voice" and created Australian history. The album this song is from, "Whispering Jack" was so successful, that one in every four Australian households had a copy of the album. My household had 2 copies on cassette - one in the house, and one in Mum and Dad's car. Fun fact - in the film clip you originally began to watch, you see a couple arguing in their kitchen. The husband is played by Derryn Hinch, who is a well known shock jock here, but more importantly the wife is played by his then real-life wife and future two time Oscar nominee Jackie Weaver!

[@maxineward1419]

irony, raised singing this song, yet everything happening in this country for last decade has had me scared shitless.

[@careypatmore2576]

This is the voice.

[@simone2787]

I’ve seen him live twice and my whole body tingles all over! I am so bloody happy in his singing presence. Unbelievable! Another brilliant vocalist is Iva Davies from Icehouse.

[@andrenapatterson9782]

Yes, so so agree. Wonderful singer; wonderful songs; perhaps greatly underrated?

[@fransmith3255]

Iva Davies is NOT good. He's so out of tune, I actually walked out of the Icehouse concert in disgust at Expo 88. He wasn't just a little bit off. He was almost tone deaf off!! REALLY BAD!! I loved Icehouse before that, and had been counting down the days for months. I never ever played his records again after that.

[@phillipsmith5405]

Great move going live. Next reaction John Farnham “touch of paradise” live

[@bianca_gayle]

Oh great song!

[@vickigreen9545]

Love that John’s so talented, great banter and such a loyal band that we know the names of his backing singers (Lisa Edwards, Vanetta Fields and Lindsay Fields-no-relation are wonderful singers)

[@katharineshade9550]

Yep, awesome musicians in their own right(s).

[@c8Lorraine1]

John had been singing for a solid 2 hours at this stage. This was his 3rd encore that night

[@melodylemonde]

He is dearly loved here in Oz. Sending him love & light to be fully well again.😊