QUEEN - It's A Hard Life | FIRST LISTEN / REACTION

[@GilesMcRiker]

This is definitely one of the most underrated Queen songs and probably one of Freddie's most heartfelt songs. People can speculate all they want about what autobiographical meaning, if any, can be divined from the lyrics of Bohemian Rhapsody, however it's actually Freddie's lesser known songs such as this (and "Life is Real") which shed insight on his real life feelings and torment

[@janematthews3394]

Brian loves this song very much. He said it's one of his favorite songs written by Freddie. Roger and John hated the video and their costumes - especially Roger, he said they looked stupid. But Freddie loved it, so they agreed to do it for him:)

[@ikirsikas]

It's good to see you continue on Queen's journey. Queen and Freddie is a huge gold mine, here we can find huge treasures in every style and for every taste. Thanks for the great response.

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Thank you!

[@imweakfordeaky]

Roger and John crack me up in this video...it’s soooo obvious (especially with Roger) that they hated their costumes. Brian still owns the skull guitar!

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Gotta check it out right now!!

[@debramoore7513]

Definitely do the live version in Rock n Rio 1985. AMAZING! Missed ya!

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Missed you too! And sure!

[@das0515]

Love this song!!!! 🙌🏽❤️👑

[@geraldherrmann787]

😁

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Indeed!

[@tanya4025]

good to see you back😉, very great pick, I love this song so much, i can also relate my life to it🤗

[@flyingcloud6776]

Great reaction! I love this song so much, I can't be objective about it. If you want to dive deeper into the song, you could listen to the live version in Rio 1985, it's really epic! And you could watch the video with commentaries by Bran and Roger. Roger keeps ranting about the costumes, while Brian talks about how he developed this song together with Freddie. They all weren't to keen on Freddie's video ideas for this song, but they all did it for him!

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

That's what makes them Queen! Really loved reacting to it!

[@jo_jolambrini6775]

Glad you're back. Let me give you a little insight into why Freddie wrote this song (reportedly one of his favourites). He was in a relationship with a Winne Kerchberger who was German (while they used their recording studio in Munich). However, the neither of them spoke German or English retrospectively and it became a MASSIVE barrier. Winne was also a Chef and refused to leave his business and go and live with Freddie in London. In the meantime, Freddie had also met Jim Hutton and was born between two lovers. Freddie's good friend Barbara Valentina (who is in the Hard Life video - the lady that steps on Freddie's toes towards the end) used to act as an Interpreter. However, by then Freddie's heart was going more towards Jim but he just didn't know what to do with Winne. Unfortunately, Winne died of AIDS before Freddie passed away. Freddie wrote this song as a reflection of how "hard" life can be at times. Hope this helps. Stay strong love from Manchester UK xxx

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Thank you for this information. This song hits different now. 💔

[@janematthews3394]

The song was written in 1984, Freddie met Jim in 1985.

[@flyingcloud6776]

@@janematthews3394 ...according to the movie... In reality Freddie had both, Winnie and Jim at the same time for months. Freddie lived in Munich, Germany, and flew Jim in from London at the weekends. Then his house Garden Lodge in London was ready and Freddie moved back to London. Jim moved in with him and Winnie was history, same with Barbara Valentine. Freddie's love life was "hard" because he couldn't believe, that someone loved him for what he was, but he doubted that they only loved the rich rock star. But neither Winnie nor Jim knew who he was before they met him. Jim saw Freddie for the first time "at work" at Live Aid, here the movie was correct.

[@bettybaby63]

Yes the Rio live performance is outstanding. And oh how the boys indulged Freddie. John & Roger look they were coerced and they ain’t happy. Lol. Just a beautiful song though.

[@kuntumhapsari6894]

Glad to see you again... I love Queen, please more more and more Queen, thank you 😊

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

For sure! Thanks!

[@cheri.77]

ohh!! My goodness , loved the song It was really touching ... What say

[@suecookson4817]

On every song Freddie sings you can hear every word .Wonderful .🥰

[@Terri6868]

Love the song.♥️ Freddie & Brian liked the video. Brian still has that skull guitar he used has alittle coffin case. Lol🎸We want to share our music with the younger generation. 🔥

[@shintesushini1953]

Nice reaction ☺️

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Thank you!

[@anne-karinegayton9012]

I love so much your sensitivity ! and yes, I love so much Queen. Freddie was also a so sensitive and kind man.

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Thank you!

[@deeyears3978]

First time listening and reacting to you! You now have a new subscriber! Queen and Freddie, especially Freddie, are in my heart and soul! I did really enjoy the song, Freddie and your reaction! I will be watching for you now! Luv from the USA, Dee

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Thank you Dee!

[@neilwhite7556]

Happy you are back. It is great to know where you “belong” I will visit north India virtually. This is one of my favorite Queen songs. Rock on.

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Thank you Neil!

[@barbaraaschwingelswihart572]

Glad to see you,one of my favorite. Reactionists. Could we see livin on my own.. it seems I can never get anyone to do it. I will try your playlist.welcome back!

[@lkamer1]

I am so glad you are back, i always look forward to your Queen reactions. I love that you truly have become a fan of a group you may have never listened to if you had not been on KZbin. please react to, One Year Of Love and Love Me Like There's No Tomorrow. These two songs are so beautiful.

[@bettybaby63]

Welcome back! You hit me in the feels!

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Thanks Betty! It's good to be back.

[@wenchemoberg3602]

This is a another masterpeace from Queen beautiful. My greatings from norway 🇸🇯🌹❤️👍

[@leonarae8496]

Glad you’re back! Glad also to hear you’ve been away on holiday. I love this song, I don’t particularly love the video although Roger and Deacy’s expressions are hilarious. I just don’t get it, what Freddie is trying to say through the costumes and set seems to have no relevance to the lyrics, but that’s just my opinion. However there is an awesome live version at Rock in Rio that I love and watch regularly, and knowing how you love Freddie, I’m sure you will enjoy. And can I suggest you listen to Thank You by Led Zep? It’s absolutely beautiful

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

I will, thanks Leona

[@janematthews3394]

The video is about Freddie's life - lots of people, parties, he's rich , surrounded by friends but he's lonely because he can't find love. It fits the lyrics.

[@hahatoldyouso]

One of my favourite Queen songs

[@barbaramendoza2202]

Welcome back! Wascwondering and worrying about you - happy that you are fine. 😊

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Thanks Barbara

[@celticpoet21]

Brian is the one walking up the stairs with the coffin shaped guitar case. Freddie took inspiration from the opera Pagliacci for some of the costumes ideas and the idea of the pain of love. Roger, John and Brian all HATED the visuals and costumes. Though personally I adore Brian's costume. The skull guitar actually works and Brian still has it in his collection. Some say Freddie is supposed to be a Mediterranean prawn. Brian and Roger's audio commentary for the video is hilarious! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpi6oWpuiNWobNU

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Thanks Diana, will check it out!

[@anne-karinegayton9012]

welcome back !

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Thanks!

[@queenisthebestbandever.6503]

Very good and underrated song. I like it.

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Indeed

[@cathytobias4722]

No apologies needed for your absence, take care of yourself first!!! Freddie wrote a lot of songs about love and he definitely sings them with great passion!!! ❤️👑❤️👑❤️👑❤️👑

[@luciasantiagotaylor8817]

Just subscribed, for more Queen!

[@lillylee7658]

Love 💕 It! Rock in Rio version is even better

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Will do it soon!

[@helterai]

The rythm is remind me to Canon in D 👏👏👏

[@juanspeko]

Fred almost looks like a Hindustan hero in this video. What a handsome guy.

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Haha yes

[@geraldherrmann787]

🙃

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Ta daaah

[@berlinman5409]

very emotional - wow great - also never heard that one - thank you for reacting - would like you please to react to "Bicycle Race" -maybe ? It´s more a funny song from Queen :) - I love my bicycle ...what else :))

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Will do!

[@berlinman5409]

@@iREACTDiSSECT Thanks a lot already - please do their Official Video - great Song & funny Video :))

[@albertkoudenburg3815]

You have to listen the live version rock in rio!!

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Sure!

[@ZENOBlAmusic]

It is really nice to see you back! Great reaction! It seems like you draw a lot of meaning out of the song, and that is exactly what Freddie liked. You need to see a live version of this song, It's A Hard Life live in Rio 1985 kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3PYen-KhMSjb80. The opening melody of this song, is something Freddie took directly from a very famous opera aria, Vesti La Guibba (Here is great version of Vesti La Guibba from Mario Del Monaco kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZi3gZqiZbppns0). Which basically translates to you have to put your costume on and deliver a performance. This is a really beautiful song and very underrated. There is definitely still a lot of Queen to check out. You haven't check out Freddie's first epic song that he wrote My Fairy King kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJa5m3idad-hh80. For something completely different that would definitely make you feel very happy, check out Sea Side Rendezvous - Queen kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWfRonqplKmprdU and Bring Back That Leroy Brown - Queen kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIPLXqCkaKmhqpo.

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Thanks Zenobia! I'll check them out.

[@Janetjrfan]

Awesome song, but the video was over the top. Brian and Roger were not happy with the video idea that Freddie came up with. You can see it on their faces, but it doesn't detract from the wonderment of the beautiful song!

[@janettesinclair6279]

Yes the song is beautiful, but the video is really weird. Roger and John's faces were a picture!

[@LeroyBrown84]

Another great reaction!!! Did you already react to 'One Year Of Love' by Queen? Cheers man 🥂

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

I did not! Will do.

[@LeroyBrown84]

@@iREACTDiSSECT thanks man! Have a nice day!

[@michelleturner3087]

Can you make the video your background?

[@iREACTDiSSECT]

Which background?

[@michelleturner3087]

The band as the background and you at the foreground.

[@michelleturner3087]

The band performance in the background.

[@hahatoldyouso]

One of my favourite Queen songs