First Time Hearing John Farnham Burn For You (Reaction!!)

[@poloreacts27]

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[@jenniwatson8799]

John Farnham is an Aussie legend. I have lost count of the times I saw him live in concert. Absolutely phenomenal

[@wpeters4361]

Up until a couple years ago...I had never heard of John Farnham, or the name didn't ring a bell. But once I started listening to him, watching videos of his live performances I was stunned by how beautiful and powerful his voice is. John Farnham has one of the greatest voices I've ever heard.

[@cgkennedy]

He has been big in Australia for five decades, has had sold-out concerts across the country since then.

[@bramba1953]

Please listen to John sing "When something is wrong with my baby" with another Aussie legend Jimmy Barnes I promise you will not be disappointed.

[@kennethdodemaide8678]

He is the best male singer in the world in my opinion. He wasn't keen on touring overseas and being away from his wife and children and stayed in Australia. We were lucky, the rest of the world missed out. This song was written for his wife.

[@stephaniebell4272]

It’s also a little sad that the USA forgot about him when he decided to stay home. It’s thanks to KZbin that the rest of the world gets to hear the genius we have always loved. Decades💖

[@cgkennedy]

He is now 74, post operative from removal of part of his jaw due to removal of a mouth cancer and reconstruction of his jaw. It is unknown if he will be able to sing anymore.

[@wyattfamily8997]

John co-wrote the song whilst on tour after his wife and he had a disagreement and she hung up on him.

[@jamesyoung1012]

All the comments are just great John is one incredible singer entertainer just the best , and yes, one of the best singer in the world

[@SweetThing]

@@stephaniebell4272 - it's interesting your choice of words.. it's like you said: "he decided to stay home". John made his choice. the US didn't forget about him; it's just hard to keep up with someone that doesn't feel the need to come & perform in other countries except their own. How would the US even know if he had a new album out? It's like he didn't care about other countries enjoying his music. I love Farney's music; But I only knew about him through my Aussie husband. You get what you give & he didn't reach out to the rest of the world. I hope he is faring well after his cancer surgery. Prayers. x 🙏😎

[@anndarley9229]

Information only - Burn for You written by John Farnham, Phil Buckle, Ross Fraser and was first released by John Farnham in 1990. Great Aussie, loved by many.

[@jameskellner2278]

He's incredible live

[@mssuziquzi]

John Farnham is the GOAT. Seriously, he can out sing anyone, any genre. He's known as The Voice and is an Aussie legend. Check out Help, or Long way to the top with the MSO, (Melbourne Symphony Orchestra) for starters. He warms up with Led Zeplin's Black dog.. Always go for his live versions.

[@rickandersen2284]

He is the goat. .sings the Rollingstone list under the table.

[@rogerhammett5295]

John tried to retire, several times earlier in his career, however the Australian public, wouldn't have it, love John.

[@FernGullyVibe]

I grew up listening to John Farnham. He's got to be one of the best humans on this earth. Wishing him all the best on his journey to good health after having a tumour removed from his mouth late last year. Thanks for this one 🎶

[@queenslanddiva]

John is really famous - simply not where you live. He's a living legend and we love him.

[@alimac1469]

ALWAYS GO LIVE 🎶💕🎶 with John.

[@txtamaman]

John is one of 3 singers I've ever heard that do their songs better, EVERY TIME, live than the record is Steve Perry and Chris Stapleton .. you can't touch any of these guys

[@anthonymiller6081]

Absolutely beautiful song sung by one of greatest singers

[@txtamaman]

If not the best❤

[@carolynh8866]

John is one of those guys who actually sings better live than he does in the studio. Studio versions give you the technical perfection but live gives you that same technical perfection, plus the emotion, passion, charisma, audience participation. There is nothing better than listening to John Farnham in concert. He might not be well know in the USA but he is a Superstar in Australia and parts of Europe and the UK. Enjoy the journey. Can't wait till you discover Rock Farnham..check out Blow by Blow. Not only one of the best singers the world has ever known. But a super nice man to boot.

[@bernbee1679]

What a shame some scumbag has taken Johns name and commenting pretending to be him. Everyone knows John doesn’t do social media.

[@carolynh8866]

@John Farnham good luck trying to convince his fans that you're JF. We know your a fake. Get a life

[@r.fairlie7186]

@@bernbee1679 Yes! And to add to your comment, I’ve noticed that “How are you doing” is a common pick up line by scumbags on both KZbin and Quora. I’ve never heard an Australian guy use that on social media.

[@gigisplayground4657]

Would love to see more John Farnham (LIVE) reactions 😊sooo much more to discover

[@carbine5378]

You should always watch John live. He’s 74 this year and is recovering from a lengthy operation he had to his jaw. He most probably won’t sing again but he has given us joy for the past 50 odd years.

[@eleanordalrymple6710]

There is no more beautiful love song than this one. Still gives me chills. What a voice and what a performer. They don't make them like John Farnham any more.

[@barbaranorrick4164]

My first time hearing him. Don't know how I could have missed him

[@wendyryder2708]

Probably because you live in The United States?

[@nikkil2580]

Hi from Australia 👋 Thanks for reacting to our national treasure. Please please please react to John's duet with another Aussie treasure Jimmy Barnes, doing When Something is Wrong with My Baby (Hey Hey Its Saturday version). It's fantastic!

[@dondelbiondo1258]

One of the planets great voices..... beautiful ballad.

[@kerrypapworth1526]

Our wonderful John is so adored here in Australia 💕💕

[@stephanielane1821]

Thanks for reacting to John, he can sing anything from rock to ballads and everything in between, best voice ever.

[@alyn927]

Wonderful reaction to a great song from a perfect voice thankyou. More please

[@amishgirl1000]

Tom Jones said John Farnham was the most incredible singer he ever heard. He is The Voice!!

[@kathleenmayhorne3183]

He's not a star in the US because the record exects couldn't fix him in a genre. He's a very happily married man, who co-wrote this one for his wife.

[@barnowl5774]

John co-wrote this with others in his band while on tour in Asia. The song is about them missing their loved ones while on tour. This was a main reason why John quit touring in the world and only did so in his home country of Australia.

[@phoenix1473]

He's the voice, and I'm glad you understand it 😉✌🏻❤️

[@kennykarlsson6691]

Love your reaction to this. He is definetly one of the best male singers of all time. He can master any kind of genre to perfektion. He was pheonomal up to the point when he got sick. Check out some of his recent live performence. He is one of the greatest.

[@carokat1111]

This is a beautiful song, co-written by John.

[@Joshualuv13]

Stunning , beautiful ❤

[@VitaminJay12]

Wow, I never heard this before either, but it's going on the playlist!

[@bernbee1679]

It’s a beautiful song sung beautifully by the GOAT. Love your appreciation of John.

[@JohnSmith-sj2dk]

I have listened to John for 40 years, he is a genuine gentleman, I saw him once in a Doctors surgery , he was very unassuming.

[@boomeraus0073]

For this singer it's 100% live or nothing full stop. :)

[@rickandersen2284]

Good idea...let's just ditch 90% of his life's work.

[@user-ed8bk6rz9s]

John is beloved to we Aussies! John always sings better live and he’s been around since the 60’s. He can sing ANYTHING rock blues ballads even opera! So glad you young ones are hearing him finally.♥️🇦🇺

[@CodeeSuieko1981]

I was lucky enough when I was a teen to have met him at a breakfast show competition. He was so lovely. He's a big deal for us, Gen X and Baby Boomers in Australia. You really should react to his biggest hit "You're the Voice" music clip.

[@andreabloor5679]

I hope that you keep discovering John Farnham. He is such a beautiful person, and it's a shame for anyone to miss out on experiencing 'The Voice'. So proud to have been able to enjoy him for so long.

[@alicedelphine2352]

We Aussies have been spoiled, I guess, as I'm never surprised at his flawless performances. Until it is pointed out that is. Thank you for pointing it out so I can truly appreciate him for the phenomenal talent that he is. It's been easy to take him for granted all these years because he's always been there. I've only just realised how lucky we have all been as it won't always be so.

[@sallycook]

If you loved this I am absolutely sure that you with love John Farnham & Jimmy Barnes do “When Something Is Wrong With My Baby”. His voice is off the charts!

[@shenoashbay1361]

There's lots of John Farnham songs , he will never dissapoint.

[@micheleallen]

Would love to hear more of your reactions to John. You are so right that he is better live. Besides being a wonderful singer he jokes and talks to the audience and particularly brings credit to his band and back up singers most of which stayed with him for decades. He is a lovely human being loved by most of us in Australia.

[@thelmatorrens7626]

Listen to him sing an old Beatles song HELP but you gotta listen to the 1 he sings live with the Melbourne symphony orchestra that song will give you chills 🤗💞

[@Lol-gu5bc]

Absolute delight listening to Farnham, just wow. Legend vocalist!

[@sunisbest1234]

As everyone has said, always do John live. One exception, as he never did this live. It was his warm up song before concerts. "Black Dog." Will blow your mind how good this is!

[@realbser1956]

John is legendary in Australia, a national treasure. One of the best voices, male or female, that I’ve ever heard. This is a deep rabbit hole Polo, but one well worth diving into. The Aussie subs will represent for sure the more of John that you dig into. 🔥

[@mauramanning852]

I discovered him whilst living in Japan during the 1980's. So many Australian bands were huge in Japan. When I got back stateside, I'd talk about all the fabulous Aussie music I'd discovered - but if they didn't come here... Try explaining John Farnham to someone with no reference.

[@realbser1956]

@@mauramanning852 Agree, how do you describe near perfection? 😀

[@karenstrong8887]

You haven’t heard John sing Opera yet. He was born to sing live and he is a great showman. John stops for about 10 minutes halfway through a concert to put on dry clothes. Richard Marx told us that Sam Cooke was the best all time singer in the world but John was the best voice alive today in the world. He is loved more than he will ever know. I have watched him sing with Ray Charles and he was so careful with him. I saw John get emotional when Celine Dion sang his biggest hit, he sang it with her about halfway through. She told him she has always been his number one fan. Then I saw a video some years after Richard Marx talked about him. Richard walked on stage in Australia and played the piano for him. John is very humble and he still is amazed that famous people know him. He doesn’t think he is. All of these concerts were in Australia. America refused to sign him and so did Australia. They made a big mistake. John has had number one albums in five consecutive decades. He is 73 now and I last saw him sing before Covid at 70. He still sounds like that. He has given us a lifetime of music. Thank you. Oh and if you are reacting to him we all show up.

[@theghost6412]

LIVE is always better when things come to this guy, Every performance is always absolute top notch, but also slightly different as he changes it up ever so slightly depending on his mood, or mischieviousness. He has a good natured cheekiness and entertainer quality about him that pulls in the crowd.

[@Bellas1717]

Thank you, I loved to hear this again and enjoyed your perspective. Another beautiful ballad is John's duet with Australia's darling, Olivia Newton John, called 'Please Don’t Ask Me'.

[@magpiegirl3783]

Agree.That was a perfect performance from them both.

[@wren1960]

The original is great but John is known as The Voice in Australia and is always so much better live. No one has ever heard him sing off key. And the last time he sang live was Feb 2020 at the age of 70 just before covid hit. And still sang in the same pitch. This was also the last time that Olivia Newton-John performed live.R.I.P He was diagnosed with cancer in the mouth in Aug 22. Possibly won't sing again. But health is more important.💯🇭🇲

[@johno40324]

Great reaction, don't worry you do not need to know his name, "The Voice" is just fine.

[@debe3838]

John is famous down under & the UK, his most well known overseas hit is " the Voice" from the Whispering Jack albumn although he has endless hits in Oz

[@georgeibrahim7945]

One of my favourite songs of his, a song dedicated to his wife as he used to tour away from her. His voice always gives me goosebumps. Should check out “a touch of paradise” from this same concert it’s an amazing song

[@elizabethscott7660]

Touch of Paradise is the most beautiful love song I've ever heard. Probably Ross Wilson's best composition, but it's John's magic that elevates it.

[@sarahmacgregor4653]

Huge star down under. He was the lead singer of Little River Band then as a solo performer, he struck it big with the album Whispering Jack. A monumental album.

[@aussiekit9172]

Actually he replaced glen for a few years than went back to his solo career he had enough of the in band fighting in LRB and he missed his wife and kids and hated being away overseas touring he wanted to be in Australia, aren’t we so lucky that we had John all these years 😊🇦🇺

[@brbandiera]

John wrote Burn for You. I lose it when I hear the first guitar chords. It is so beautiful. He is an Austrlian Icon we (in Australia) have been blessed with his music for decades. Watching you all discover and love him too makes my heart burst XXX

[@magpiegirl3783]

Love your reaction. John’s voice is rich, strong and moving no matter what he sings. He never sought fame although he admits he loves performing. He’s done this for nearly 6 decades so there is a treasure trove of music to listen to. Love this particular performance - just John on stage singing with his heart. You are right - amazing. His best vocal imo is aged 54 at The Last Time concert on Melbourne 2003 - When The War Is Over. But, he has so many, just give up and listen to them all.

[@amandameale6000]

He tried to crack the US market but nothing happened. So we got to keep him to ourselves- this extraordinary talent. ❤

[@maryjones4112]

He hated leaving Australia.

[@ladymanners618]

John Farnham - Beloved 1987 Australian of the Year. 50 yrs of back catalogue available for you.

[@chrisdriver7776]

Never heard of this guy... Cool discovery... Thanks for sharing.

[@aussiemiss1442]

Check out John Farnham can sing anything . Gives you an overview of what he has been doing for the last 55 years. Always watch live . His studio diversions are a product of the era they were recorded. He is always amazing , don’t get me wrong. Live he is electrifying. Each song is better than the studio version, it is as if he gets a superhuman charge from the crowd and they in return are transformed. I have been to concerts of the greats of music, Elton John, Noel Diamond, Queen, Nothing touches a John Farnham tour. I envy you hearing it all for the first time. Enjoy!!!!

[@jayreed7015]

John is an absolute legend here in Australia. He is very famous here. Do yourself a favour and listen to more of him. You'll be impressed.

[@harpermcalpineblack8573]

Great reaction to John. He's a live performer. For whatever reason, no producer ever managed to capture the magic of his voice in the studio. The live performances are next level. A sublime voice.

[@christineyates2618]

John is considered by every body to be better in concert than on disc, the audience seems to motivate him.

[@lynnmccurtayne4539]

You have just scratched the surface, with John. The reason why you have never heard of John Farnham is because the Music companies don’t you to go outside their catalogue. I get knocked out when Afro Americans discover new genres that has been around for decades. Just enjoy the ride.

[@jeffwilson7100]

John Farnham can sing opera, ballads, power ballads, country, R&B, anthemic, rock, hard rock, and if you can name another genre, he can sing it. FYI, he’s had no.1 albums in 5 decades in Australia, so he is famous here, and finally, this is an original.

[@BobarissGish]

You are right studio versions of him are sterile but perfect. Where as the live versions are dynamic perfect but full of life and complexity.

[@dolfyn73]

I was at this concert! 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. ❤

[@johnsullivan5260]

Love your reaction Polo. As an Aussie I this man is loved and revered by the whole nation. He obviously is world class and thanks to KZbin just about everyone has access to him.

[@ronbishop3289]

John was simply...one of the best singers ever!!!

[@clairash2004]

Welcome to one of the greatest singers... ever!🙂🙂

[@claudiadavies5110]

Incredible, and a beautiful reaction 😍😍😍

[@maryhanrahan]

Grown up listening to this legend and you have chosen one of my favorites of his along with 'Angels' live 2000 - his voice and performance is so great - he is also one of the best humans in my opinion

[@susanpatterson5412]

A beautiful voice and a wonderful man.

[@bella-xp7qd]

He co-wrote this to honor his wife putting up with his touring schedule. Phil Buckle was one of the co writers. Ross Fraser

[@michellemicallef3250]

He is famous here in Australia. He was the King of Pop when I was a teenager. He's such a performer on stage. He throes the mic stand up and catches it. Just diagnoses with jaw cancer. Watch him sing Help

[@emsolo]

I recommend you react to Farnham's live performance of "We Two" with the Little River Band (We Two - Little River Band (1983)). Awesome!

[@alicecobb7763]

Awesome reactions to an artist you hardly know . Much appreciated..... Cheerio from Down Under 🌺

[@seeshel63]

John Farnam is absolute legend in Australia- the US was resistent to pick him up until his album The Voice.

[@aileengeddes984]

John a amazing aussie sing love all his song . God bless john ❤❤

[@brigittekenny6599]

Our John is Australia treasure,he is the best singer in the world ,he’s singing this song to his wife.

[@TY-ms1nf]

Enjoyed your reaction! Love John Farnham!

[@markflint2629]

Have not scratched the surface yet you have 40more years of hits to go

[@flipsmc8647]

My wife and I work opposite hours, and I miss her. So I sang this song to her at our wedding reception with my dad on guitar. Beautiful song.

[@shenoashbay1361]

The other Australian singer that we have, is Guy Sebastian ,listen to his son the acoustic version of the song Battle Scars you be a fan of him also . I would say John Farnham is the king of singing for protecting his craft with a more younger version of Guy Sebastian who can sing his heart out as well.

[@juliedurlak]

I was in the crowd decades ago in Melbourne Australia and cried…… it’s so very touching…..

[@narellesmith7932]

Gesthemane from JCS. Last performance in sydney ..

[@suebutton2202]

you can thank your radio stations in the USA for not knowing him as the REFUSED to lay his records

[@coleheketoa]

Truly magical experience by John Farnham. An absolute icon of Australian music. Check out his song - Man of the Hour. Thankyou bro❤❤

[@justlinsu]

Liked and Subscribed.... So much more to enjoy Polo. Waiving from Australia

[@bigoz1977]

It amazes me that he uses this song as a breather. It has a few long gaps without taking a breath. His quality is unmatched IMO .

[@kathyconway5327]

😢I imagine if Polo saw an older Farnham he’d go off. This younger Farnham is not usually reviewed. He got so many knockbacks and you can see he’s just beginning to kick back here, but where he ended is so much better. He wanted to tour the US but they said he was too old. Money/risk, dickheads. Johns best work was with a an orchestra. Someone said that a singer has to compete with an orchestra, but with John it’s the other way around … so it’s all really good.

[@kathyconway5327]

Polo! If you take another look at him, please don’t do When The War Is Over like everyone else does and get it wrong. It’s a song which holds a lot of gravity, but Johns fandom don’t allow him to execute it. They’re visibly wetting their pants over war veterans wondering how they’ll fit back into civilian life. Not his fault, but wrong for him. It’s a great song and it should be executed by the originals. Cold Chisel. Live.

[@SharonPetersen-j9l]

I am so glad you luv him too. He is an Australian Icon. This IS the original of the song. It is His.

[@shenoashbay1361]

He always sings with passion and he wrote this song for his wife, any woman would die to have a song like this written for you.

[@mariagalanis6476]

He’s a giant in Australia but he’s also collaborated with famous American artists too. His live concert encores were also epic, after performing for 2 hours, he and his backing vocalists would go on a kill it. You’d get a kick out of Amazing Grace which he and his backing singers dig deep and perform at the end of a live concert and his voice is still clear as a bell. Or, his arrangement and live performance at the end of a 2 hour concert of the Beatles’ cover of “Help”, it’s remarkable

[@jimlofts5433]

JF always live - a great rabbit hole is the concert with the melbourne symphony orchestra - many choices all great songs

[@nomesy7653]

Hah! You said you couldn’t remember the song but remembered his voice, you should listen to Farnham’s song called ‘The Voice’ (live of course!) I was hoping you’d revisit one of our Aussie greats, thanks for the review 🙏

[@meykhou5823]

Looking forward to more John Farnham on your channel. :) subscribed

[@janders63]

John is a great singer….maybe try this one-“That’s Freedom” live: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIOxaXuHis2sbqs

[@stevepark1123]

If you get the chance, check out Jimmy Barnes and John Farnham " Something wrong with my baby " The live vision on the T.V. show " Hey Hey it's Saturday " is outstanding. Enjoy cheers thanks.🤠

[@paulauvray1948]

John Farnham a legend in the 80s in Australia 💖

[@nicolelamond4]

that was a lovely reaction, it's so great to see John making more people smile. He's great at that :) (Try a live version of Touch of Paradise for another beautiful ballad)

[@seeshel63]

Thanks for appreciating our local hero!

[@johnfranke9655]

Watch John Farnham sing Angels, with Lisa, she is one of his backing singers it's brilliant