Metal Vocalist First Time Reaction - Queen + Adam Lambert - Who Wants To Live Forever ( LIVE )

Adam Lambert with QUEEN just crushing Who Wants to Live Forever and I LOVED THIS!!!!
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[@keithdockrell2889]

Roger Taylor said of this performance , that he’s never heard it sung like this

[@bugeced7234]

What about Marc Martel singing in the movie "Bohemian Rhapsody"?

[@keithdockrell2889]

@@bugeced7234 what’s that got to do with my comment??

[@2039marl]

what about it - @@bugeced7234

[@bugeced7234]

And the fact that Roger Taylor said the same thing about Marc Martel’s performance, given the fact that he performed all the songs in the film “Bohemian Rhapsody”

[@keithdockrell2889]

@@bugeced7234 Roger also said he’s an impersonator

[@BarTGila]

There is a reason Brian May says he is a gift from God.....

[@janulake]

Or a gift from Freddie.

[@fionalyon9448]

I went to their first tour with Adsm in Glasgow he was outstanding. His vocals were phenomenal

[@kimemerson5732]

This version rips my heart...after that nightclub tragedy, I'll never forget it. Freddie would be so proud!

[@lisapyann6658]

Adam Lambert was snatched by Queens almost immediately after he finished American Idol. There is something special about Adam that no other artist in America has.

[@conniedean1977]

Adam is not only a fantastic singer, but he has a strong theatre background. The man knows how to deliver an emotional song to a theatre or an arena. A master of his craft.

[@MaRoach7]

Queen couldn't have picked a better performer to step in Freddie's shoes

[@deborahallen3318]

Totally agree with you about that comment. I remember watching American idol and hearing Adam say " Queen was his favorite band and when Queen showed up to sing with him, it was a match made in heaven, and Freddie's hands were all over it. IMHO 🫶👑💙

[@camillep3631]

As killer as this is, it is quite something live, his voice in person is astonishing and yes, the Queen and Adam Lambert concerts are exactly that and they stay with you for days

[@PlanetSidewinder]

I saw them in 2017, and it's STILL with me.

[@angelapietro4734]

Adam is beyond this world talented..and watch as much of him as u can 😊 he could literally sing a phone book ❤

[@pizzaforever69]

l am a metalhead and the only pop artist's song l hear is of Adam's. Really astonishing singer

[@user-ul8pu2ej3i]

When Adam was asked:"How does he feel in Freddie's shoes?", he replied "I have my own, l don't wear anyone else's". The whole coolness of Adam is that he never imitates anyone, Lambert sings like Lambert and he has a fantastic voice, powerful, beautiful with a huge rangekzbin.info/www/bejne/iJykooB3gqZ9jqssi=M90rUFas0O3kNdLI

[@bonninicholson169]

He is nit in Freddie’s shoes. Freddie is irreplaceable! This is something that Brian, Roger and Adam all agreed on.

[@lynnshulman]

I have heard him sing this live with Queen, there is nothing like it, he owns it!!

[@michelerobertson8276]

Just saw Queen live last fall and there aren’t enough superlatives to describe that show! My husband had never heard this song before and he was blown away by Adam’s performance.

[@angelacollins-eb5nk]

This performance was the day after the Pulse nightclub massacre, a gay nightclub in Orlando. This performance gives me chills😮. Adam Lambert is one of the best singers in the world.

[@marlenemalin9808]

Adam is a total vocal master. He is as Brian says a voice in a billion.

[@bubsmomma]

Poignant, heartbreaking and beautiful. I cry every time

[@irishangel5689]

Back in 1980 when I was 12 years old, I had the pleasure of seeing Queen, fronted by the man himself, Freddie Mercury at Madison Square Garden in NYC. Fast forward to 2017 and I took my then 11 year old daughter (her very first concert ever) to see Queen fronted by Adam Lambert at the Prudential Center in New Jersey. I absolutely loved both shows and was in awe of how amazing Adam was at performing Freddie's songs and the respect he gave to Freddie, his memory, and his music. Adam is an entertainer through and through.

[@veneziastar]

Adam Lambert will be the first person to tell you that Freddie Mercury is irreplaceable; however he always loved Freddie Mercury and he sings his songs to this generation so they can hear how wonderful they are. Roger Taylor and Brian May said he is the only singer they have ever found that can sing the entire Queen catalog; they also said they ddin't want a Freddie Mercury impresssionist because that would be painful for them. Freddie Mercury's last words to them were you can do whatever you want with my music but don't make it boring. I think that Adam has done a fantastic job of keeping Freddie Mercury's music alive. One of the things that surprised me is Adam Lambert can sing opera, he was in Bologna, Italy with Queen when Brian May heard him warming up with Nessun Dorma in Italian, asked him if he could sing it, he said yes & surprised the people of Italy who were thrilled.

[@marciebulsaraorcutt]

🙏🏻💕

[@GinMae]

Yes.. totally agree... I resisted hearing Adam with Queen for a bit, b/c I didn't see the "point".. but after listening to him, I have come to appreciate his pure talent and passion... in a way, Freddie opened the door for Adam to present himself as he is... and I think Freddie would have appreciated him and approved...

[@tprince73]

@@GinMaethat’s is such a sweet comment, I welled up a bit. Thank you for having an open mind and I agree Freddie paved the way and Adam has always loved him

[@KootchLB]

Thank you for this reaction, John! In the doco about how he joined Queen, Brian May pretty much said that they wanted Adam from when they first heard him at American Idol. I think he is the only singer who was able to do justice to the whole range of Freddie's songs.

[@sherry640]

Adam’s performance of “The Show Must Go On” is just as epic! You really can’t miss with any of the live videos of Queen + Adam. They are all way beyond what you are expecting them to be.

[@lauraled1davis565]

Yes, the ShowMust Go On at the O2 in London is the Best!!!

[@denisemarcucci2670]

2016 Isle of Wight reembrance of all those who died in the Pulse nightclub shooting( gay bar) think 40 something peoples were killed. He is as good as this every performance no matter with Queen or solo....he is just superb.

[@mindykubat4232]

This was an outstanding performance. I’ve seen them twice in concert, last October and several years ago. Their staging and lighting and everything else is so over the top there are no words. Adam is the best. Thank you John for reaction and sharing with us all.❤

[@lindataggart9076]

Adam is so awesome..lovely man enormous talent..

[@LeighMicheletti]

I just saw QAL live for the first time in October at Bridgestone Arena. His voice live is completely unreal. One of my favorite parts was when he just casually held a 20 second note during Somebody to Love. As a lifelong Queen fan I really appreciate the fact that Adam does not try to impersonate Freddie, but brings his own wonderful talent to the amazing Queen catalog. I hope to see Adam on his own solo tour someday soon.

[@maryr1905]

Saw Queen with Adam twice and saw Adam during his Trespassing album tour. He had a really bad cold on his solo concert so my dream to hear him do Runnin’ wasn’t fulfilled - didn’t have the voice so he skipped that song- but honestly you couldn’t really tell otherwise. Such a powerful voice. He doesn’t imitate Freddie but has created a new take on Queen’s music with Roger and Brian that is phenomenal in its own right. Queen knows how to put on a spectacular show!

[@camillep3631]

and he's not even winded or straining when he holds those insanely long notes, he is astonishing

[@lorriredmon8212]

This was the perfect choice of song for the situation and tribute. Adam is the ONLY one who can do the job for Freddie. He's one of a kind. I believe that Freddy would be so pleased. This song has always gotten to me, made me cry but in this heart-crushing situation, it tears me up every time I hear and see it. It's beyond gorgeous and is otherworldly to me. I love your reaction and appreciation for Adam.

[@lauraled1davis565]

Actually all his vocals are magnificent

[@deborahallen3318]

Thank goodness Adam was runner up on American Idol, because if he had won first place he would've been under contract and maybe we wouldn't be listening to this brilliant performance. Adam's voice has only gotten better and better over time and I couldn't be happier for Adam and Queen. 🫶👑🌈💙

[@charleneanderson2215]

Whoever won AI over Adam is long gone from music

[@karinaflores28]

This song has been Adam's since that night.

[@cheryla3958]

So happy you are checking out Adam with Queen! He is absolutely fantastic! Love his rendition of this Freddie classic and looking forward to more from Adam and Queen or just Adam doing his own music!🎶🎶

[@jennymayhew191]

OMG, The power & energy & empathy in that voice.........................................

[@maureenwagg5305]

Check out his cover of Nessun Dorma in Bologna, Italy. He did Luciano Pavarotti proud. Epic singer.

[@2nicnag2]

Can you imagine having original members of Queen who had such a legendary front man choose you to sing the songs that made Queen ‘Queen?’

[@paulawilliams4709]

Went to their concert. It was amazing!

[@TeahVickery]

I get chills every time I hear this song. So glad you loved it!

[@jackiegodfrey8393]

Yes! You are finally doing this one! It's my favorite

[@lesliepotts5825]

Thanks for a great reaction! Epic performance for sure! QAL is just as you would expect live…..a fantastic stage and lighting/effects but the focus remains on the music. Adam keeps the sound moving forward in his voice…almost unreal. Their chemistry is fantastic! Thanks again,

[@marshamoore5700]

Such an emotional performance! Listen to the “cry” in his voice. It’s as if he was singing to those poor souls who lost their lives in the Pulse gay bar massacre the night before. I cannot say enough about him. Mad respect. Love him. Thank you for your reaction.

[@drakulkacz6489]

I remember that after this concert someone wrote to the festival organizers that they cannot top that unless they woke up MJ, Prince and many more and put them to play together.

[@DuckBertLurkin1]

TYSM for this reaction vid!!! ❤❤❤

[@marcgoodwin4899]

So so glad you did this reaction. Adam Lambert is one of the best singers of our day. It seems people know of him but not his music. So thanks!

[@keithdockrell2889]

My fav song, he killed it

[@addison5938]

There is absolutely no question as to why Adam was chosen as a frontman by the band. He absolutely channels Freddy without sounding like an imitation.

[@huitrecouture]

No he doesn't and they don't want him to for fucks sakes.

[@debbiejarvis5764]

Adam is a master with Queen and Freddie is his idol. Nobody can ever take Freddie place but you have open up a rabbit hole with him with Queen. Need to see him do ( The Show Must Go On ) live 02 in London 4/7/2018 better yet see one of Queens concerts with him. Adam is the shi****t with Queen. Queen played with him in American Idol. That's how queen got him for the band so they could carry on Freddie's legacy.

[@elainevine3683]

Adam Lambert stated at the outset he wasn't there to impersonate Freddie but show him respect, he is, afterall, a fan just like the majority of us. The power and control of his voice is phenomenal, no one comes anywhere close to him in my opinion. He puts a wee Lambert spin on each of these classics to make them his own....awesome. 💗😀

[@christineenright7491]

I can't figure out if you knew that the he IS playing with Queen. They wanted him, they picked him so I think they-' Queen-- would completely embrace Adam's rendition

[@meb8582]

Adam Lambert and Queen were the opening act at Her Majesty the late Queen's Platinum Jubilee Concert in 2022 staged in front of Buckingham Palace - at was the most awesome and incredible performance I have ever seen.

[@victoriavelvet3689]

Where does he find the air in those lungs!

[@DigitalGlitter]

I had the honor to hear this sung live in Madison Square Gardens and as many times as I have been blown away by Adam in concert, this is the song and performance that stays with me. Absolutely the best vocal performance that I have personally ever seen live…. by a mile.

[@debbiekirk-tz1ze]

I’ve been to two of their concerts. They are electric. Adam loves the music and respects the history.

[@jamiem4941]

Such a beautiful performance! His range is awesome. I still go back to rewatch his performances from American Idol, he was that good! I’m so glad he has this success, he deserves it! Thanks John

[@bugeced7234]

What about Marc Martel singing?

[@jamiem4941]

@@bugeced7234 What about Marc Martel singing? He’s a really great singer too.

[@lauraled1davis565]

Listen to Queen and Adam do we are the champions in Sidney for the fire fight benefit concert, more vocal magic!

[@anniek4919]

I do believe you’re becoming a Glambert ❤️. It happens to the best of us!! You just missed Queen’s North American tour a few months ago - it was epic. I may have gone to 5 shows on this last tour - flawless every time. In person, my goosebumps had goosebumps

[@paulawilliams4709]

One of the most talented people!

[@amyed3415]

Loved him since American Idol days. His voice is amazing. I really want to see Queen in concert but not likely to happen. They are always too far away for us. The Show Must Go On is one of my faves.

[@maryannturton9830]

The first time I heard Adam on American Idol,I turned to my husband and said, this guy reminds me of Freddy Mercury...🤯

[@JayAyeAre]

Thank John the actual history of the song is an amazing story. Queen hand picked him. Love this thanks John. Wow.🎉❤ 🎉❤

[@barbararobbins5309]

I can't believe you have not hear Queen plus Adam in person! I have attended every tour since the first performance in 2011. It is a joyous experience. Fans from 8 to 80 are united in their love for this awesome and difficult catalogue. Adam can sing it all , and in the key in which it was written. My favorite is "The Show Must Go On." It is breathtaking! It is also so wonderful to see the love and respect Adam has for Brian and Roger and Vice Versa. Brian May calls Adam the "gift from God." Adam has allowed this band to continue to tour and sing the songs that they wrote. It's a union made in Heaven.

[@JameAndy-nd5vp]

Great reaction video. I get goosebumps every single time I watch this performance. Adam is just simply amazing.

[@peppermintcrush5794]

You have to see QALif they are anywhere near you! They are amazing live! Adam's vocals and Bryan's guitar are both fantastic live!!

[@valogden]

There's nothing like seeing Queen and Adam live. I saw them in Denver and San Francisco last November and it was amazing! Check out footage from their show. I would start with the opening with Machine World into Radio Gaga.

[@sandrakelley3210]

I sew them in Chicago last year it was amazing. You should go it’s worth it! The lighting now is so much different and is amazing. You can see it on utube under Queen and Adam in Chicago. The opening of the concert is cool. I think Adam doesn’t get enough credit for his amazing voice.

[@notcaseykasem5702]

If there is no disco ball there, count me out. That goes for any situation, just saying. But for real, I am and always have been a massive Queen and Freddie fan for my whole life, I truly appreciate Adam's voice bringing life to the songs live

[@cheryljohnson1658]

I think I have heard this 100 times and it gets me every time. So many songs to hear is so hard to pick. When Adam was going through a rough time, he wrote Feel Something. Set up a Feel Something Foundation for mental struggles within the LGBTQ+ community. He always lets his fans in and shares his truth. I would make that a choice for a reaction if you could. ❤❤❤❤

[@camillep3631]

I saw him at a NYE show and he performed Hendrix's Red House...o.m.g. you can find it on YT, Winstar 2013, man, what a performer

[@betmo]

i love your excitement ❤ adam is the best

[@maryr1905]

Hard to find early Adam Lambert song that is totally worth the search - Come to Me, Bend to Me from Brigadoon. Unbelievable vocal in a live performance.

[@albertjanik8532]

He's the very best of his generation! World class!!!! ❤

[@19Rena96]

One of my favorite performances of Adam!

[@aefrances]

I was hoping you would react to this since your last reaction! glad to see this video today 😅 Chills. Iconic performance. It was a dedication to the Pulse queer nightclub shooting. ❤️

[@04Bear]

Adam is brilliant. This is one of my favorite songs. He is the best male vocalist around. He has a God given talent. Thank you God for Adam. 🙏❤️

[@radleyrayne287]

I love Adam on his own & with Queen, I think Freddie would be happy with Adam singing his songs & the respect he shows to Freddie, Queen & their fans is wonderful. I adore Adam’s range, control & the delivery of his vocals! He is other worldly! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@user-cu7es8rd8y]

Спасибо! Песня на века! Адам шикарный певец! Всегда с удовольствием слушаем его!❤❤❤❤

[@PurpleWillowArts]

I was lucky enough to see Queen + Adam in 2018 and sat front freaking row!!!! They were AMAZING!!!!!!! Adam can SANG!!!! 💜

[@stacynn7556]

THANK YOU MADISON!!!!

[@MadishapesF]

😊❤

[@monkat3759]

Its grear that he fits w/ Queen and does it justice but kind of sad that he hasn't broken through the glass barrier for his own stuff. He has fame yes but ya'll know what I mean. Loved his voice and energy since Idol.

[@mercury3030]

I saw Queen + Adam Lambert live in Cologne in 2022, it was amazing and probably the best concert I've ever been. And I been to 30 concerts in my whole life or so. Adam is doing an even better job live in concert with Roger and Brian seeing it in person that is.

[@leenheylen6533]

This is my favourite Queen song and Adam does it justice! They're still amazing live and he sounds incredible.

[@victoriagrove5344]

Crying like a baby from emotion unleashed by Adam the Great!

[@doughaviland1729]

If you've never seen seen the movie HIGHLANDER that this was from you owe it to yourself to check it out. It's about an immortal who loses his love to old age while he stays forever young...❤

[@CeremmoniesbyJudith]

We saw them together twice this past October. They are absolutely amazing together!!

[@randbjack329]

You mention his stage performance is top notch. Adam did theater for years and was in “Wicked” so he’s had alot of experience being on stages. Didn’t know if you knew that about him or not. Adam’s an amazing singer !

[@DonnaVito-dv6ek]

I saw Queen in 1982 they were amazing, such talented men . Rest in peace Freddy ❤

[@evandroid]

Another suggestion with Adam Lambert + Queen: "Under Pressure (at Global Citizen Festival, NYC)"

[@debeeolson2523]

Just chills, goosebumps, he is so gifted vocally. Fan for life❤❤❤❤❤

[@lauraled1davis565]

You should see Queen and Adam live he is better live, his voice is so powerful

[@lindacollins788]

There’s a two part doc called the show must go on. This will show you all the sides of Adam and how Queen feels about him.

[@judithwilson3561]

I have heard this sung live, my goosebumps had goosebumps, he is incredible.

[@randbjack329]

So glad you did this review, I’ve been waiting to see if you would do it. Adam’s voice is amazing !

[@jodicaryn]

My husband is lucky enough to have seen Queen live with Freddie twice back in the day, and now he (and I) have seen Queen+ Adam Lambert twice also. At first, he was super skeptical, but he came away saying it was the best concert he'd ever been to, and when we had the opportunity to go a second time, he said heck yeah. If you have the opportunity, do it. The stage setup is literally mind blowing, and the energy is fantastic.

[@Lpatz34]

Very happy to be like number 1000 👌🙌🏼 great reaction ty!! Adam is amazing and Freddie would love him ❤️‍🔥

[@deborahtorres276]

Clearly, Adams Amazing!!! 🥰😘😍 Love your reaction 💜

[@Jonsolmariestella]

Beautiful. Means a lot to honor. Could have been any of us at that club in Orlando.Thanks for a great heartfelt reaction

[@debraharrison8676]

I saw Queen with Adam Lambert in San Francisco in November. It was a great show! The staging was excellent. The music was FINE! Really great!

[@cathygodfrey1106]

Adam is so good live. I’ve seen him solo and with Queen. So good!!

[@jaidecoquelin8302]

Here’s one for you to check out by Adam Lambert IF I HAD YOU that’s one hell of a song with so many high notes and ever changing key changes, he’s also done another one that’s called TIME FOR MIRACLES- which is the end song to 2012 film both incredibly powerful tracks 🎤🔥

[@user-ri9vs9ul6b]

アダムは、最高のパフォーマーであり、ボーカリスト🎤ですね。QALとしてフレデイ亡き後のフロントマンとして彼以外は考えられない❤

[@aalex5710]

Adam Lambert is a master vocalist. QAL concerts are All That which you described. Put it on your bucket list and btw add an Adam Lambert concert too! Your appreciation for exceptional singing will be served!!

[@veneziastar]

It's been a rumor for weeks but it offical today, Adam Lambert has been cast as the Emcee, in Cabaret, on Broadway from September 16th through March 2-25th. I could barely recognize hm in his photoshoot for the show! His voice in person beyond amazing.

[@RamonaRickard]

He’s Amazing ❤ his voice is phenomenal! I was always a fan!

[@carydeane-vy7tg]

Go to a Queen concert. You are correct the lighting the timing everything is magic

[@olichkaBelDear]

I had the only chance to get to the concert of Adam and Queen in Moscow 2012. I'm very glad that I was able to be there. it was incredibly cool

[@randbjack329]

Just love your reviews and excitement of Adam talent! It’s the same as we all see in him. So underrated!

[@sirjohnmara]

Thanks for listening to the intro, beautiful with the lasers pointing at the sky...