First Time Hearing Queen - Under pressure (Live at Wembley) REACTION

[@AliT0555]

Freddie’s “call & response” with the audience is legendary. For Live Aid, because it wasn’t a “Queen” audience, Brian and Roger thought that Freddie shouldn’t do the usual call & response, they didn’t think Freddie would get the participation he usually got. Freddie insisted to include it, and of course, Freddie was right. It’s one of the highlights of Queen’s performance at Live Aid.

[@katrinacash6393]

Their 1985 Live Aid 20 minute set is considered one of the best live performances in rock. Queen was not scheduled to play amongst all the other great bands and performers for this charity concert that was broadcast worldwide but were a surprise last minute entry. They completely stole the show and the other artists backstage knew it. I highly recommend adding it to your reaction list! According to Freddie when asked what his favorite thing to play was he answered “The audience, darling”.

[@AngelDarthNet]

I prefer wembley 86

[@sherribrock2726]

Freddie’s specialty was crowd control. No one has ever done it better!!

[@marlainalindsey3279]

Freddie did some opera with a beautiful singer named Montserrat. You should check it out it's mind blowing ❤

[@deborahallen3318]

They were a few of them one is called" Barcelona "and my favorite is " How Can I Go On". Freddie Mercury loved Opera and boy does it show! Freddie was brilliant in everything he did!

[@teszik]

@@deborahallen3318 Don't forget "The Golden Boy"! "How can I go on" is also my favorite.

[@manya623]

Barcelona is a beautiful track. Freddie and Montserrat blends their voices so well. The entire album is worth a listen. You won't regret it

[@Haziesmom2023]

@@deborahallen3318 YES! I love Barcelona!!!

[@kellycrook543]

Freddie did a call and response with the audience, every concert...but it was different every time. He was the BEST!!!!

[@kendallneason3645]

Freddie has an opera album with an incredible Spanish soprano singer Monserrat Caballe. The album is called Barcelona.

[@sherryheim5504]

This is a stellar performance of this song. It is a collaboration between David Bowie and Queen. In this performance, Freddie sings David Bowie's part and Roger (drums) is singing Freddie's part. Freddie has an album called Barcelona where he sings opera with the then #1 soprano in the world, Montserrat Caballe. Her voice is unbelievable and she and Freddie play of of each other so beautifully.

[@nrsvlda70]

This was Queen’s final tour with Freddie.. the touring process was becoming a challenge for him. Funny you say he could sing opera.. he did; he wrote music for an album with Montserrat Caballe, a Spanish Opera star, and sang it with her- it’s amazing. All four members of Queen wrote #1 hits (they’re all in the songwriters hall of fame). They all played multiple instruments, including Freddie. Drummer, Roger Taylor has released many albums on his own, as has Brian May the lead guitarist. It’s a deep, deep rabbit hole.. but one you’ll never regret exploring!!

[@jilldiable8119]

This was a brilliant concert,I was there,truly amazing.unforgetable,seen Queen twice.

[@astraboots]

This Wembley 86 concert is brilliant the opening song One Vision also Another One Bites the Dust and the song magic are a mind-blowing version of these songs. Queen are second to none live. Freddie Mercury did have an operatic voice check out the song Barcelona performed by Freddie and a famous opera singer.

[@deborahdennehy9937]

Freddie did sing with an operatic lady Montserrat Caballé. Just incredible...you would love to see it, please check it out!! xx

[@foreveryoung3254]

The Voice, the Personality. The Showman.

[@tammyjackson3113]

That's Freddie's Call and Response, he did that often. You should do Green Day concert where the fans sing Bohemian Rhapsody before the band comes on.

[@lynncole5748]

Freddie does write and sing opera style. Check out Freddie with Monserat Cabelle singing Barcelona

[@nanook8721]

Freddie Mercury was hands-down the best front man ever. I never get tired of watching him do his thing, and even after all these years, I miss him like crazy. You mentioned him being able to sing opera, check out the video Barcelona, with Montserrat Cabballe

[@bandmom3505]

It's funny that you said "This is magic!" because this was their 1986 Magic Tour. And then you said, "He could sing opera!" 😂 He did! Google Freddie and Montserrat Caballe. They did a whole album together and it also was truly magic!

[@jome7382]

Him singing with Montserrat Cabelle always sends shivers up & down my spine

[@GuimaraesDreamers]

Melhor comentário 😂❤

[@davidrowlands441]

When he was asked what was his favourite instrument he said the audience.

[@ginnys9831]

MY TOP 3: 1. Save Me (Live 1981) 2. Who Wants To Live Forever ( studio and live version) 3. White Queen (Live at Hammersmith Farm)

[@LMTino]

See there...your wish has been granted. Big thrill for him to sing with Monserrat. There was nothing like that match before. All the while Freddie was dealing with the start of the end with his health- and was a fireball to the end.

[@adamb1501]

Funny thing you said he could do opera. He made an entire opera album. Its amazing

[@billymcintosh888]

Somebody to love live Montreal brill.

[@kerrycronin3581]

I never personally saw Queen in concert, but in the few concert films I have seen Freddy does this same thing with the audience.

[@pollynicklas5220]

I saw Queen in '82 - definitely was a great show!

[@Seanadun]

You're so lucky I only wished i did.

[@MetalphysicalMel]

"He could be an opera singer '... check out Freddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballe doing "Barcelona".

[@evanirvana500]

Love this song. The duet version with David bowie is legend too. 2 great legends gone now. This song was also the death of Vanilla Ice career. Lol

[@davidrowlands441]

I've never seen anybody get the audience singing and involved like Freddie. Get him singing love of my life in Rio. The crowd of 300000 all singing word perfect and English isn't their 1st language. I enjoyed this.

[@jodyheigaard9949]

Check out Barcelona & Golden Boy from Freddie's opera album with Montsy.

[@bwractive]

studioversion is with David Bowie, as for operasinging, check out freddie mercury and caballa Montserrat (not sure about her name) singing Barcelona

[@whatwouldpicarddomakeitso9607]

Thank you for sharing . I really enjoy your reactions and the appreciation you show ..especially to Queen . Best wishes Tracey.🇬🇧👍🏻💛🤍

[@michaelwduffy]

You are so welcome thanks for watching! 😁

[@realCaptainSanta]

You must watch the full Queen at Live Aid performance

[@dianecourtney2724]

He can do anything he wants to do Because He Is Freddie Mercury♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@LeroyBrown84]

MORE QUEEN! 😃👑

[@juliannetomlinson]

The greatest frontman ever.💛😍

[@hkynuts11]

Freddie sings opera with Montserrat Caballe. My favorites are Barcelona and How Can I Go On. Both will blow you away.

[@daveloboda1769]

I was there, in a seat under the big spotlight you can see. What a night!!!!!

[@karenj3611]

Funny you should mention opera, Freddie did that too. Check out the Barcelona album

[@VincitOmniaVeritas.]

“What’s happening to my body?”😂😂🤣🤣

[@davidmacfarlane1763]

I WAS there (Well one of the two nights) and no other concert has come close. The closest is actually Queen with Adam Lambert, which tells you a lot.

[@bandmom3505]

Lucky dog! ❤

[@anne-mariesindruprix4792]

Yes Adam comes close - he has an unmatched voice - he can sing opera - check out his improvised version of "Nessun Dorma" on the European tour 2022 - and he can control a crowd - - so it is still possible to experience something that can capture you - not as Freddie did - - but as stunningly. Btw. I believe that they are planning a tour of North America___?

[@bandmom3505]

@@anne-mariesindruprix4792 I'm on the lookout for that North American tour. I will NOT miss my last chance to see Brian and Roger live onstage!

[@anne-mariesindruprix4792]

@@bandmom3505 look out now - they have announced the tour - and the tickets are on sale in a weeks time. Good luck.

[@tammylewis2566]

Freddie loved opera and he did an album with Montserrat Caballe. It's beautiful.

[@moniquecopeland5711]

I think that indescribable word you are looking for is “perfection!” 😊

[@lindawallace3065]

Try Barcelona!!! Freddie will amaze you!!🎼🇬🇧🎼🇬🇧🎼

[@jk-wf7uc]

Love your Queen reactions. Have a good evening Thank you❣️👑🎶

[@jennifertaylor6197]

Top 3 for me are ''Another One Bites the Dust" at Wembley July 13, 1986, "Somebody to Love" in Montreal 1981, and "I Want it All" the official video

[@TxDan100]

Ok.. subscribed Michael.. lovely reaction.. perfect interpretation of Queen ..

[@leslieduncan2405]

Put them together... MAGIC!!!

[@kellycrook543]

He could sing opera...react to "Exercises in free love " by Freddie.. You will be amazed!

[@jome7382]

Have you reacted to 'Somebody to love' live in Montreal '81... It really will blow your mind

[@markriley5863]

Freddie Mercury is the greatest frontman ever in my opinion but when it comes to vocals and overall contribution I think Roger Taylor is criminally overlooked. He sings the highest notes on Bohemian Rhapsody and helps out Freddie live on the high notes of many songs.

[@mkdotson]

Love your reaction Queen greatest Band of all time and Freddie the GOAT!!! He had it all the voice even live is unbelievable and his presentation and how he engages shows so much love for what he does excited to see more.. so many favorite Live performance Somebody to Love, The Show Must Go On, Don't Stop Me Now, Innuendo, I want to Break Free.. sorry just all of them.

[@terrigabriel582]

Well Said. !!!

[@leodurkin8539]

He’s been gone over 30yrs and he still gets the same reaction today when Queen do Freddie’s call and respond, it’s like he’s never left.!

[@МарияСмурова-ъ3ф]

Very refreshing and inspiring to watch someone first time hearing something of Queen. Like reopening.👏👏👏💓 What an enormouse, huge work was executed by Freddie Mercury and the other members. I love "Radio Gaga" and "I'm going slightly mad"

[@Haziesmom2023]

You're one of my very favorite reactors..... why? You're human like the rest of us. Thank You!!!! Love your Attitude!

[@michaelwduffy]

Wow that is one of my favorite comments of all time thank you so much!! 😁🙏

[@GinMae]

Thanks, Michael! it is definitely a Freddie "thing" to have the crowd involvement -- although every member of this band is stunning in their contributions..... Hope to hear more from you... P.S. PLEASE listen to the opera he did with Montserrat Caballe! astounding...

[@leahdoerr731]

Hello from Cody Wyoming! You're awesome keep what up. No Auto-Tune😊 just great music

[@bettybaby63]

Psssst…Freddie did do “opera”. Check out Barcelona.

[@renyauger4560]

I was lucky enough to see Queen live twice. This is from the ‘81 tour, I was at the Toronto show. I’ve seen many, many concerts, even worked for largest concert promoter in Canada in the ‘80s so seeing the show was part of my job. Queen & The Who are without question the two greatest live bands ever and Queen takes top spot. Freddie was pure magic & owned the audience. The Who were also masters of holding an audience. Top musicians live (I’ve seen hundreds of shows from 1980 to present) - Queen, The Who, U2 (up to Zoo TV tour, they lost themselves in the fame & the magic died), David Bowie, Simon & Garfunkel, Cher, Celine Dion, Guns ‘n Roses, The Beach Boys, Rush (and I don’t even like Rush), The Guess Who, Gordon Lightfoot, The Pretenders, Iggy Pop, Eurythmics, Billy Idol, Depeche Mode, Marc Anthony and Heart.

[@garysteinert8040]

Live aid if you have not seen it. The Best

[@elizabethsellors9046]

Freddy Mercury the modern pied piper his audiences would have done whatever he wanted he was loved. Take a look at Green Day Crowd Singing Bohemian Rhapsody [Live in Hyde 2017 British sing at any opportunity .

[@terridostal1348]

Love your enthusiasm for this band. If I have to give only 3 they would be Dragon Attack, Breakthru,and Deacons love song just one year of love. The last song was written for the movie Highlander and Freddie just kills the vocals on it.

[@1927su]

Oh this is soooo great!

[@AnotherViewer]

Others mentioned his Opera work, here is the song and link to use: Barcelona by Freddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballé kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2LJmoKAeb10Y6c

[@uk130belfor2]

Urright Michael, Queen as a four piece were unstoppable

[@suemoore6445]

This was originally a duet released by Queen, featuring David Bowie. The 2 got together in recording studio at Mercury’s request. They couldn’t quite nail anything down so planned to start again the next day. Bowie came back with the music and lyrics written out. Each performed it as solos live and had it on separately released albums, but radio stations and MTV only played the duet. It’s incredible!

[@tonylansdale9896]

Crowd control level: 1,000,000. You should also check out this song with David Bowie. This was actually written by David Bowie and Queen and was performed as a duet.

[@sylvialang6606]

The bass player wrote this song. All great musicians and 3 geat voices. By the way check Freddie on Barcelona. He wrote this operatic piece and does it with an opera diva.

[@kimsloan4652]

Deacy wrote the main bass line, it was kind of a jam session after that. Freddie & David sang the lyrics, everyone added their part and Shazam! Under Pressure or People on Streets (it’s working title) came into being.

[@scottclark7309]

The amount of talent in this band is staggering

[@brittahlander1043]

Haven't you heard him sing with Montserrat Caballe? Try Barcelona

[@barbarakitt5948]

You will not be disappointed!! It’s awesome ❤

[@michaelwduffy]

No I don’t think so haha whose that?

[@carolyncappitelli1460]

@@michaelwduffy She is an opera singer, and they sing a duet!

[@brittahlander1043]

She was a famous Spanish opera singer. Freddie's favourite and they made a whole album together.

[@bandmom3505]

Top 3: Stone Cold Crazy - Live at the Rainbow Melancholy Blues White Queen - Hammersmith Odeon

[@1927su]

Queen & David Bowie killed this song too! Great tune!!

[@susanhumphreys9168]

you should listen to Barcelona ,with monseratt ...

[@niallmcentee9400]

He did this with David Bowie. Classic

[@Scotty19]

Hey Michael I liked your reaction Queen Freddy Mercury was amazing live at Wembley singing under pressure the way Freddy shouts in microphone at the start amazing

[@Marrero79]

Top three Queen songs: “Seaside Rendezvous”; “Don’t Try So Hard”; and “Ride the Wild Wind”. 💕💜💕💜💕💜

[@barbaraanne5258]

I totally agree Freddie was the best and so missed!!!

[@iolafiengo5099]

You have to see the whole live aid concert. It takes audience participation to a new height! You can’t can’t watch it in pieces! Especially Radio Gaga

[@aasja7739]

There the studio version with him and David Bowie.

[@reginastogner9535]

There is an opera album 😊

[@tommullenix9493]

Bro. Do queen “back chat “ live 1982 in Milton Keynes 🔥🔥🔥thanks boss

[@belvagurr403]

There were over 70 thousand people at the Wembley Stadium

[@barbaraaschwingelswihart572]

Barcelona and. The golden boy And also. How can I go on. Is Freddie singing opera. Great

[@bruzerbites1318]

Freddie did do opera. Check out Exercises in free Loving. Mind blowing and beautiful.

[@ThePixey1000]

I am in that crowd it was the time of my life truely ELECTRIC 72000 passionate fans only in the UK can this happen.

[@leslieduncan2405]

There's just NO ONE LIKE FREDDIE!!!! BTW..I'VE GOT A BOX FULL OF TICKET STUBS...🤪

[@nitremarts]

YEAH...for sure. Listening to this iconic performance for the first time............but hey: It's Freddie Mercury. IMO, the best voice ever and nobody will ever match him. SO: Well done Michael :-)

[@peggyh8937]

IMO, Freddie was the best. Stone Cold Crazy live at the Rainbow 1974, White Queen live at Hammersmith 1975, Who Wants To Live Forever live in Budapest 1986.

[@scottclark7309]

Queen fans thrived on call and response with freddie

[@mitchellwerksman6112]

if you want to see Queen at its best,watch Queen at "Live Aid"...Rolling Stone magazine says its the greatest live performance of all time..its 21 minutes but it is the very best.

[@susanhumphreys9168]

how about underpressure with David bowie , Barcelona , I want to break free ...

[@lynnshulman]

If you think Freddie could be an opera singer, you must react to Freddie Mercury and Monserrat Caballe, Barcelona -- they became good friends, it is holy ground, that fantastic!! As for my top 3 Queen songs, Who Wants to Live Forever is my favorite, actually really like that one sung by Queen's new frontman Adam Lambert at Isle of Wight. Radio Gaga and obviously Bohemian Rhapsody!

[@ivanalaff5346]

“ Fat - Bottom Girls “ will be played at my funeral…listen to that!

[@taniaclark6970]

Yes he loved opera but check this one out on youtube ' In my defence' one of his best.

[@garybradford8332]

Rock Gods. Ironically, Freddie was considered to be somewhat shy off stage. I echo the others saying Live Aid is the concert to watch.

[@rosekelly1097]

You really need to listen to his opera hit called BARCELONA. he is unbelievable ❤❤

[@iolafiengo5099]

He also did an opera album!

[@uk130belfor2]

I was at this concert mate ,

[@1927su]

This was before cellphones & people were watching the band, instead of trying to record for their social media

[@donnaneville192]

You only get that kind of audience interaction with a handful of artists. Off the top of my head I can only think of a few, Black Sabbath, Slipknot, Iron Maiden. I used to go to a lot of concerts in my younger years.

[@deegomez2089]

I have a couple front men in mind, who come close, but imo no one is better than Freddy 🎶🎵💚

[@AlainnCorcaigh]

I was today years old when I learned that both Freddies parents were Indian