Queen: Behind The Hits - John Deacon (Episode 16)

[@binghamguevara6814]

Deacon wrote the greatest bass line riff on all rock history.

[@rachelar]

Chic

[@michaela844]

Dear John Thank you for your beautiful SONGS. 💖💖💖🙏🙏🙏🙏🎵🎵🎵

[@valeriedalby3538]

So wonderful to see Mr. Deacon highlighted this week. I know he's a very private person,but,if by chance he reads this, I wish him health, peace and happiness. Mr. John Deacon...we love you!

[@michellehayes5133]

This ⬆️ ❤️

[@metal.meltdown04]

Yes yes yes!!! 💜💕☮

[@AB-zc8ps]

Bless him ... yes a truly amazing person and respect him for what he did and stood by... 🙏

[@michellehayes5133]

@@AB-zc8ps couldn’t agree more. I admire his dignity.

[@justafan3335]

Yes this is an underrated comment

[@shirabetty8483]

I happened to meet John Deacon in Tokyo in 1981 Feb, we talked and shook hands, and he was ALWAYS smiling! Such a nice and beautiful person! アリガトウ Thank you John.

[@nurmeishaameera5312]

WOWWW YOU’RE FOREVER LUCKY

[@お蝶夫人163]

すごくいい思い出ですね😊 うらやまし～😆😆

[@lilianajanel6480]

Lucky you 💖

[@antoniopetrosino1896]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@antoniopetrosino1896]

I'd like to meet a "queen member"...and if is John Deacon I will be happy...because he is a great musician...tranquil person... rock star but expecially family man...I know. Probably ,in the group, the most gentleman... I base on what I watch in my long queen fan life.

[@mehdiabba1999]

Freddie mercury and John deacon the Best in the world

[@streamlinedengine]

I love all four of them, but John is, and always will be, a personal favourite of mine. His songs are some of the sweetest and warmest of Queen's collection, not to mention his iconic bassline in almost EVERY Queen song! To add to that, I always think his quiet, yet firm personality is so inspiring-- he may not be in the spotlight, but you can never not notice this bass hero. Mr. John Deacon, if you read this, just know that I really respect and love you!

[@camillazapolsky8940]

They forgot “Back Chat”. I love that song!

[@Guy1341]

John was my inspiration for playing the bass. Wasn’t as good, mind ya

[@kidspack3taylor420]

Yes ❤️

[@EliteAstro_OfficialChannel]

@@camillazapolsky8940 My favorite from Hot Space

[@kashfiaislam9995]

John Deacon is NOT shy. In fact, John Deacon is the opposite of shy.

[@ericgeorge5483]

John's contribution to the band was simply immense. Almost immesurable really.

[@windowlickerch.4241]

Even if he only ever wrote I Want to Break Free and Another One Bites the Dust he would still be a legendary member

[@cahayasakti4313]

🎷🎸

[@samdeninno1951]

@@windowlickerch.4241 His two worst songs

[@dedavalera952]

@@samdeninno1951 Вот это ты от всей души испортил воздух! Ты просто вонючка!

[@DoofsterDan]

… and i had no idea he was so multi-talented…. Was blown away by Misfire… HIS composition and he did the guitar solo!

[@antoniusvandervorst2543]

D hele band was fantastisch en goed bij elkaar gebracht en konden allemaal een hit schrijven, knap gedaan van de boys.

[@ellieseychell8477]

we love John and we respect his privacy

[@Greeny22]

Deacky is a monster on the bass

[@NI7RO25]

Deacy on the piano is something that you wouldn't see everyday

[@RENNER7]

Yap

[@normatible9795]

Everyone is multi instrumentalist. I saw Freddy play guitars aside from piano

[@mathijnd]

@@normatible9795Its funny that Freddie wrote Crazy little thing in a bathtub with a guitar

[@bluebell3720]

Would have been nice for them to mention that john wrote best friend as he was teaching himself to play piano

[@gaminglegend]

@@normatible9795 And all four members are songwriters

[@davidhoward5392]

Your my best friend, remains my favourite Queen song.

[@jjj7265]

John Deacon is a legend 💗

[@pili6296]

Todos lo serán!!

[@jojo10418]

@@pili6296 si

[@pili6296]

Aunque el primero obviamente es Freddie👑 el lo dijo y lo ha sido y será para siempre.🎇🎶🎵🎙💜

[@jc6594]

Happy 70th Birthday John Deacon

[@bobwallacejnr6852]

John was always Queens secret weapon

[@AC-zx4hd]

Each surviving member spoke a few words at the Mercury tribute concert. Deacon, that member whose name is often forgotten by most, got the most thunderous applause when he took the mic.

[@maria_haarajoki]

John wants to be a private person now but I hope that when he thinks back to his years with Queen, he is proud of his accomplishments!

[@martinkulkarni3569]

He always was really. Hated the limelight.

[@deb-1558]

He was a genius ♥️

[@kingmanekin]

Well, any artists has respective aesthetics. I understand if John Deacon is thinking that Queen without Freddy is not real.

[@kashfiaislam9995]

John Deacon is NOT shy. In fact, John Deacon is the opposite of shy.

[@kashfiaislam9995]

@@martinkulkarni3569 John Deacon is NOT shy. In fact, John Deacon is the opposite of shy.

[@ChrisBarnette-zk8iy]

John isnt only solid but his bass runs are amazing. Hes quick and precious and holds it down.

[@theaterpup3466]

You’re still remembered, Deacy! ❤️

[@artisadialect_]

deaky is not just a dancing deaky not cute deaky he is a genius deaky at first no doubt .

[@leed119]

John Richard Deacon. THE businessman for the band and still is.

[@josephinevitto5429]

I love jonh..He is great..

[@sofiammannato]

i love my deaky

[@generationomega2633]

Spread Your Wings... ... One of my top 10 Queen songs easily.

[@aleksanderfinstad5785]

Without out John's songwriting true the Queen. The superstar 1970s rockband Queen will a never made it true the 1980s.

[@aleksanderfinstad5785]

John Deacon, we miss you 🙏❤ And we hope your family-time, is a Happy time for you ❤

[@davidyt9483]

DEACON 🎸 FOREVER 02/07/2021

[@jasonfox4461]

Without John, there would be no Queen as we know. Without Freddie, Roger and Brian, there would be no Queen as we know. Four people came together and changed the face of music, that brought people together… and their music will last an eternity!

[@micksmusicchannel]

John is and was a powerful driving force in Queen and an incredible bass player. We miss him but respect his right to retire.

[@sheilafaulkner263]

John Deacon will always be loved still a special person love

[@jjj7265]

"Hello my name is John Richard Deacon, I was born in August 19 of 1951" he's so cute😭💗

[@salvey3737]

Ikr 🤧

[@logexpTommy]

*He's

[@artisadialect_]

thats the proof how genuine he is

[@QuickandEasy24]

Being coolest in his own ways.

[@kidspack3taylor420]

He’s adorable ❤️

[@xxsocxx3176]

There's something different about the songs written by him. You can tell what kind of person he is. Deep, heartfelt and devoting just like him.

[@deathchronicles6960]

Spread your wings how pure and positive meaning it have

[@rosyali]

Dear John Deacon, I love you.

[@abdulrahmanbitar13]

John If u are watching this: we love u you brilliant soul 🥰

[@kateoliveira550]

John is a genius!

[@maggie_galle7651]

Did any one else notice John singing along to My best friend, while looking at Freddie? i mean, that's John in one image right there ♥

[@FreshCreativeFrog25]

John Deacon is the very best of all extraordinary musicians, in my humble opinion. Besides being incredibly gifted and tasteful as a musician, so intelligent, down to earth, wise and humble as a person. The kind of traits that you could admire in anyone, only amplified by his brilliance and talent... “Illustrious,” as Brian has perfectly described him! So much admiration, God bless you, John! ❤️🙏🏻

[@jackkaneki]

If he got a vocal talent he can be someone like Queen version of Dave Grohl, person who can record album without any musicians.

[@ta2705]

Back Chat も好き

[@shirabetty8483]

“Who Needs You” the acoustic demo version is HEAVENLY!

[@Daniela_Germany]

Love that song to bits!

[@JP-flower]

Who needs you and you and I are sooo fab

[@annenigul6129]

Yes🥰🥰🥰

[@alisonrandall3039]

My favourite

[@nancyreese4216]

Always loved that song--my favorite version!

[@yurielcundangan9090]

Popular Opinion: Every single one of ya'll agrees that John Deacon made our day better:

[@vasomitsakou4828]

i was JUST thinking that he literally brought a grin to my face as soon as i saw him

[@saritatambayong4002]

Stop being right!

[@cellva1682]

Even though I heard Crazy Little Thing Called Love instead of You're My Best Friend on the radio today, you're still right

[@Karmakatt6]

PBass Maestro.. still inspiring many to play the four string..

[@cjoyce_1240]

Agree. He is adorable. That grin 😍😍😍😍

[@martinkulkarni3569]

Spread Your Wings is one of my very favourites songs of my favourite group since 1973!

[@halwanhalwani5349]

Watching always my favorite queen singer freddie and john deacon

[@karencrookshank4971]

I have the utmost respect for John, and his deep enduring love, and respect, that he has for Freddie. Like Mary, he has been dignified in his behaviour since Freddie left us. I sincerely hope that he has had a good life since his retirement, and that he knows how much he is admired and loved. Take care John.

[@ilikemikagamer4330]

Missing you john. Stay safe. Stay happy. Tqvm for your beautiful songs. I love all your songs. God bless

[@salvey3737]

Deaky is a legend and will never be forgotten 🖤

[@NerdWatchJinxy]

John Deacon's work on that bass of his is a cornerstone of so many songs today. That man is a genius for so many reasons. Even though I would love to see him today, I am so happy that he is enjoying every minute of life with his family. Thanks for all you gave us, John!

[@rman52]

Deacon is one of my favorite musicians of all time. But he is not a musical genius. Every pop star you love is not a genius. Mozart was a musical genius. The only genius I know of in rock is Brian May. And its in astrophysics. Peace.

[@kashfiaislam9995]

John Deacon's wife, Veronica Tetzlaff is NOT his true love.

[@renegaderaiderlover]

@@rman52 Kanye is a musical genius also but far from a human genius

[@rman52]

@@renegaderaiderlover Kanye isn't even a musician. Let alone a musical genius. He is however a terrific studio engineer and producer.

[@CR-qt4ff]

John Deacon. The strong, silent, talented type.👍

[@midnightrose2127]

Deacy makes my heart happy. I hope he's been watching these videos and knows the love his fans have for him!

[@amandashen4642]

He is my favorite person in the band, he’s really down to earth and good person who really cares about his family, what a sweet man at that time, he seems like not that kind of person who plays rock music, but he does, that’s why his personality attracts me so much.

[@ron1808]

I was born in 1979 wen i was like 10 and listen to Queen realize that i very liked John Deacons song (did t know John wrote this songs ore make the bass rifs so ever).........

[@patpatpat3271]

His bass melody made Queen's songs so unique.

[@rainertrapp6881]

Happy Birthday to him! 😀

[@dnorthcott9332]

John Deacon: a wonderful musician, songwriter and man!

[@krisushi1]

What a blessing to have four very different personalities plus extremely talented vocalists and songwriters all in one band. It's easy to see how this could have torn the band apart but instead they worked hard to keep it together with each member having a voice. Well done boys.

[@davidbaker8483]

4 very intelligent musicians with a lot of vision and technological competence (especially John and Brian technically. )

[@krisushi1]

@@davidbaker8483 Yes, they were also extremely intelligent and great visionaries too. I also subscribe to Brian's KZbin Channel as I find him fascinating. We'll never see the likes of them again but I'm glad for Roger and Brian for continuing the band. Why not when the interest is there from both sides, theirs and the public.

[@bluebell3720]

The compromises weren't always easy to reach though! John wouldn't have had you're my best friend or AOBTD if Freddie hadn't supported him and he always encouraged him when the other two weren't keen on his style of music Apparently Roger and Brian fought a lot over singles etc but Freddie was the one who calmed things down and found a compromises (I hate they had Freddie depicted in the film as the difficult one) There were also difficulties over some of Freddie songs having gay overtones So often they weren't on the same page at all (Hot space nearly split them up!) But somehow they got through it But performing they worked Except for Freddie not being able to hear himself on stage half the time!

[@rael2099]

We had the quiet Beatle, Harrison, and we have our quiet Queen. Long Live Deacy!

[@shirabetty8483]

“You And I ” such a brilliant song! “Need Your Loving Tonight” fantastic too!

[@mo8239]

Yes some of my favorites!!💗

[@raymondhartmeijer9300]

I missed Back Chat, an overlooked song, great bassriff

[@arealnowhereman8255]

they make me think of one girl 😭😭 but i still love those songs 😂

[@susieq9801]

Shira Betty - Two of my favorite songs!

[@marcosvalverde2451]

John Deacon rules. He is amazing!

[@jaylene.turner6524]

John is missed, but I’m glad he found peace in retirement. He wrote “Misfire”, “You And I”, “You’re My Best Friend”, “Another One Bites The Dust”, “I Want To Break Free”, “Back Chat”, “Spread Your Wings”, “The Miracle” with Freddie, “Friends Will Be Friends” with Freddie, and “Pain Is So Close To Pleasure” with Freddie,and more.

[@Robbie_37]

100%

[@heatherduncan5101]

If the opportunity ever arose, do you think he'd tour again?

[@jaylene.turner6524]

@@heatherduncan5101 No,I don’t think he will ever tour again. Brian and Roger reached out to him when Paul Rodgers was lead singer,and he declined. He also declined when they first got Adam Lambert. He’s still apart of the financial side, and gives his blessing to whatever Brian and Roger do with the group, but that’s it. Roger said that he never got over Freddie’s death,and he’s very fragile.

[@Motown-1966]

@@jaylene.turner6524 Many of us never got over Freddie’s death either 🥺

[@cjmorton2436]

His son is on KZbin

[@loganmctaggart1133]

A great and friendly bassist. One of the best bassist minds as well, with the invention of the Deacy Amp. Such a simple thing that so many companies are still trying to copy. I respect him for retiring after Freddie's death, but man Deacy, you are missed buddy.

[@bluebell3720]

Would have been nice for them to mention that Big part of the Queen sound

[@kurtwild9323]

Back chat,by the time, became my favourite song Thank you John 💚

[@adityasentosa359]

The secret weapon !

[@joelaiyub7691]

John has a totally different Fanbase!

[@Jan-if9vw]

So thrilled that you are featuring John Deacon, the greatest bass player and also fantastic song writer! Happy 70th birthday John, I play your songs all the time. My best wishes to you for a wonderful birthday and many more to come!

[@johndeacon8024]

Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years. It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my KZbin channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏

[@linhangduy7518]

'Spread your wings' steals my heart

[@kingkazoo2349]

Finally a video about John

[@donttouchband100]

How proud can you be. The world is singing your songs 😁 Dum, Dum, Dum Another one bites the dust.

[@johndeacon8024]

Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years. It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my KZbin channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏

[@donttouchband100]

@@johndeacon8024 I wish you all the best.

[@johndeacon8024]

@@donttouchband100thanks for your wonderful wishes and comment it's a pleasure to me. If you don't mind, why don't you drop your email address or WhatsApp contact below for more details about my upcoming album and also to know more about your good thoughts and advise towards me as a fan of mine ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MrIceTeaz]

So happy to see John Deacon highlighted! ❤️

[@judecarpenter2990]

John is criminally underrated. And my top 5 biggest influences on bass

[@cheesefitzz]

I love John

[@MrBiteme39]

Deacon I’m loving that beautiful Blackhawks jacket Mad respect

[@johndeacon8024]

Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years. It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my KZbin channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏

[@rosamv.h.3965]

Deacy my love ❤🇲🇽❤

[@shirabetty8483]

Spread Your Wings is my long-time most favourite song written by John Deacon. Friends Will Be Friends as well. And his incredible bass lines always capture my heart on any song, such a great song writer and a bass player! And such a beautiful person! I LOVE John forever! From Japan. アリガトウ

[@romu7999]

Mine too. My song when i'm in a sad mood. Kiss de la France.

[@TheThaisKarina]

John is my favorite 👑

[@jarusgiri007]

John Deacon queen the bassist We love you from top of the world Nepal 🇳🇵

[@Semajsenrab72]

I miss him greatly, admire and respect his loyalty to his incredibly close friend Freddie. A perfect storm of talent, personalities and minds created Queen, Queen IS John, Freddie, Roger & Brian. They were a family, meant so much to do many and 50 years later, still picking up new fans from all over the world and others who had never thought of Rock as a source of joy before. We lost Freddie and John, Rog and Brian are out flying the flag, it took John a long time to get over his friend. As much as I miss him, I want him to be happy far more. He did 2 funny cameo's in videos for Morris Minors in Stutter Rap and another song they did.

[@zarroncello1]

Deacon: a bass genius underrated. I miss him, I miss Queen.

[@ladida1031]

The Under Pressure Bass Riff Alone.........Bass Players around the World would have won the Lottery to come up with something like that! It doesn’t get Better....as having the Ability to create such Basslines. This gives Deacon a Legendary Status. He is an living Legend of Music.

[@jimbanda]

Then another one bites the dust 💥

[@Brinta3]

David Bowie deserves some credit. John Deacon said that Bowie came up with the riff. Bowie denied this. Over the years there was some confusion over who wrote the riff, until Brian May clarified it: “Deacy began playing, 6 notes the same, then one note a fourth down”. After the dinner break, Bowie changed Deacon’s memory of the riff to “Ding-Ding-Ding Diddle Ing-Ding. Bowie changed one eight note into a sixteenth note, which made all the difference.

[@emiliopauloageno6358]

ONE YEAR OF LOVE, MY FAV

[@nastyasamsung3539]

John Deacon, you are legend!❤ "Queen"- legend😍🎸❤

[@scarlettrose2154]

Freddie was his best friend...He had seen John' s potential and stimulated John to write songs....Another one bites the dust is a masterpiece.....Love Queen and John forever

[@hilalkaraman1]

Friends will be friends.... 🌸🌸❤️

[@samandpoppythedog719]

I think one of the best songs John wrote was One Year Of Love. Also when himself and Freddie wrote songs together it was pure magic.

[@mef2279]

I’ll admit, I don’t love every Freddie and John song, most of them are good for me, but not great. However, The Miracle is AMAZING. In my opinion, the best Freddie and John collaboration.

[@hermajesty23]

Miss you John Deacon

[@CodeBleu724]

A Kind Of Magic was brilliant. Queen took the 80s by the bollocks.

[@suryaprakashvedurumudi357]

Happy 70th Birthday to you Queen Legend John Richard Deacon, Hearty wishes from Hyderabad, India 19/08/21

[@johndeacon8024]

Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years. It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my KZbin channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏

[@amystrickland4858]

I love all of John's songs. We miss you John !

[@xxnekoxx606]

Seeing John play the piano in You’re My Best Friend is adorable 🥺

[@denysegha]

The QUEEN secret weapon....John Deacon❤

[@holasoyyo9158]

YEAHHHHH🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘 John Deacon😊

[@suryaprakashvedurumudi357]

Happy 72nd Birthday to you Queen Legend John Richard Deacon, Hearty wishes from Hyderabad, India. 19/08/2023

[@jjj7265]

His solo of saxophone in "One Year Of Love" is so wonderful 💗

[@f.joaquinrevilla]

That song is just beautiful, at our wedding, my wife and I entered to the saloon with that song.

[@ivanobello9909]

Questa canzone l'ha scritta lui... È sua.

[@hannagoodall4783]

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[@hannagoodall4783]

@@toddmathers50756 . 2

[@MauroRosati16]

The Saxophone was played by Steve Gregory not John, the strings arrangement was conducted by Lynton Naiff abd John has played a Yamaha DX-7 in this song plus bass guitar, sampler and a drum machine. There's no Brian's guitar here because of a discussion with John.

[@veritobh]

Grande John Deacon ❤

[@MrOnecrazyfool]

John Deacon of course wrote "Another One Bites The Dust". Released in 1980 and a huge #1 hit in the USA. I still have the 45 record to this day. Played it last week. No skips. I was shocked.

[@dominewimbury2039]

Yes! He's the best.

[@adams7405]

Other John gems...In only seven days,Need your loving,Back chat .. .

[@antoniocaprio6657]

Happy birthday genius, we still love you dear John

[@aasthade0309]

John Deacon is so underrated! It's a nice feeling to see his work being celebrated!

[@johndeacon8024]

Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years. It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my KZbin channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏

[@thomasgood3472]

John Deacon is my favourite Queen musician.

[@johndeacon8024]

Thanks for your wonderful wishes and comment it's a pleasure to me. If you don't mind, why don't you drop your email address or WhatsApp contact below for more details about my upcoming album and also to know more about your good thoughts and advise towards me as a fan of mine, ❤️❤️❤️

[@aasthade0309]

@@johndeacon8024 bruhh John Deacon retired from music so whom are you kidding??

[@gabbyc9273]

Deaky we miss you!!!!!

[@angeloslash3258]

John is a legend🤟💪

[@tearsorrain3073]

I love how groovy he is in the video another one bites the dust

[@crisellezamarripa1669]

John is amazing

[@christiinejoyce]

My Bias! John really is the dark horse of the group. Silent but deadly. Very smart! Thank you for uploading this! We miss you, John. Stay well!

[@rhetiredplaboy]

Best bassist i've ever known

[@fightingforfreedom5017]

Now I understand the variation of songs. Not a single song was the same. This is the benefit of a talented band, who can, play, compose and sing. Impressive ! The best band ever in music history, without a doubt !