QUEEN- ( LIVE AID 1985 CONCERT )-REACTION VIDEO -(GREATEST BAND EVER!!!)

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ARTIST: QUEEN
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[@kathleenohare8770]

Never apologize we know how deep Queen can get into your soul and whisk you on that glorious journey...

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

Yes! I’m telling you. I’m so happy to know that you understand where I’m coming from. Not everyone can relate. That was so much fun to watch. 🙏🏾💯. I can’t wait to do another concert !! Thank you!

[@kathleenohare8770]

@@awordfrompresidentpat1985 the impact a band or a song has can be overwhelming when you see how it affects others, when you get a chance watch greenday concert 2017 at Hyde Park, bohemian rhapsody was being played over speakers and the entire crowd sang along..it was either before greenday took the stage or during an intermission...it's chilling and spectacular

[@peggyh8937]

@@kathleenohare8770 I agree! That impromptu crowd sing along of Bohemian Rhapsody at that Green Day concert with no one leading it is truly amazing and one of my favorites! Generated by pure Queen love.

[@kathleenohare8770]

@@peggyh8937 no band or artist past or present can say that their music or song could generate a spontaneous act as such

[@irinichotou470]

QUEEN AND FREDDIE FOR EVER AND EVER FOR EVER 👑👑👑

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

FOREVER!!!!

[@kathleenohare8770]

Although there were many legion performers doing live aid...QUEEN stole the show

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

I can clearly see that!!! I didn’t even think there were other performers after watching them. 🙃 They are incredible and so legendary it’s ridiculous.

[@mjrol19]

When they went off stage, they met the next act after them, David Bowie. They were good friends and he jokingly said "bastards" because he didn't know how anyone could follow their act.

[@angelal1607]

@@mjrol19 I believe it was actually Elton John who said, “You bastards! You stole the show!”

[@iris67si]

David Bowie said: How the f**k am I supposed to follow THAT ?! 😅❤ Bowie and John were Freddie's close friends and they were amazed by 👑 performance. They met backstage and John shouted: You bastards! You stole the show!!! Freddie replied: Yes, we've killed them! 😂❤👑🎸

[@JohnHazelwood58]

I am totally into music for over 30 years by now ...I attended to over 1000 live-shows and have a very huge music-collection at home which takes over 2 floors ... I have to confirm: Queen with Fred is the best you can get! There is no equal band out there to even compare with. Queen is king! :-)

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

I honestly can see what you mean. Because after doing so many different reactions I can see the clear difference in their music compared to others. It's so brilliant how they created their own style and sound that I HAVE NEVER HEARD from anyone else. I also think because all members of Queen are superstars and very talented. I can agree that Queen is the best rock group of all time. In my opinion. :)

[@johngraham5996]

such a pity that you never got to see Queen, they were always a fabulous live band 👑✊🇬🇧

[@trishc3099]

1000 over 30 years? Wow. That works out to well more than once a week for 30 years! I'm glad someone is able to afford that. 😏

[@queenlori7426]

I love the Green Day concert where the fans were singing Bohemian Rhapsody while waiting for Green Day to perform. Freddie was smiling down that day!!!

[@pinkey943]

Freddie was a gift from God

[@newlife8484]

In England they have a saying about this performance. For 20 minutes another Queen ruled the UK. He held the mic in one hand and the world with another.

[@trudywolfe2795]

Thousands and thousands of people clapping along with him and singing with him and hanging on his every word. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@yvrkid7070]

Crazy Little Thing Called Love was written by Freddie in 10 minutes in the bath of his Munich hotel room in 1979 as a tribute to Elvis. Some people think it was written by Elvis. Notice that Brian changes guitars 3 times. I think this version of We Will Rock You/We Are the Champions is the best. Incredible energy. Freddie had a throat infection but you would never know. If you notice at the end of Champions when Freddie brings his hand down a light on the stage turns red. Queen rehearsed for a few hours every day for a week to get this timed perfectly. If you went past the red light the power turned off! Most of the bands barely rehearsed or didn't rehearse at all. Queen are way too professional for that! This is why Queen are the best live band ever! Sorry about your power. Hope the weather gets better soon. Loved your reaction! For more great live performances - White Queen Live at the Hammersmith Odeon 1975, Fat Bottomed Girls - Live at the Bowl Milton Keynes 1982, Under Pressure Live at Wembley 1986, Who Wants to Live Forever Live in Budapest 1986.

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

That's just what I thought as well. He was covering an Elvis song because he was on point. I have been such a huge music fans since the early 90s and I can not believe I am just discovering all of this about Queen. Shame on me. But, it's kind of a good thing because it's giving me a chance to become a bigger fan. It amazes me the layers of this man's vocals. Thank you again for your insightful comment and watching. I do plan on watching another concert soon. I've heard about Fat Bottomed Girl from a lot of people so I really need to check that out. Also, One Vision? So many... This should be fun.... :)

[@yvrkid7070]

@@awordfrompresidentpat1985 it's never too late to become a Queen fan! There is a making of One Vision documentary that is great and also live at Wembley 1986.

[@charlenecannon7126]

Queen has so many layers of wonderful. At 65 I am still in love with the band.

[@NightcrawlerLuver]

One of the best performances in history!

[@georgiacoombes699]

Not one of, absolutely the very best!! ❤️🎸❤️🥢❤️🎤

[@teresaleet4877]

Fantastic reaction! Welcome to the Queen army!

[@brudan2]

THE GREATEST 20 MINUTES IN ROCK AND ROLL HISTORY... LOOK IT UP.. WE MISS YOU FREDDIE!

[@barrys1342]

Live your reactions brother Love for Queen from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@aerynoftalyn1307]

Loving your insightful reactions, President Pat. Yes, Freddie wrote Crazy Little Thing Called Love as a tribute to Elvis. He also wrote a tribute to John Lennon after he was killed. Freddie used many kinds of tones and vocal styles - listen to My Melancholy Blues, I Want It All, Cool Cat - each a totally different style. When you rewatch this, pay attention to the crowd. This 20 minutes was an amazing feat of capturing the audience so quickly, getting them involved and active - doing the Radio Gaga Clap, the call and response, taking over a few lines of Crazy Little Thing on their own, etc - that by We Are the Champions they were like a swaying sea of humanity, 70k+ people who had already been at the concert for many hours hearing dozens of singers and bands. It's really incredible.

[@marciebulsaraorcutt]

I've also read that during Queen's set, the live audience attending the American Live Aid counterpart in Philadelphia ALSO followed along to all of Freddie's prompts with the sing-and-call back, the Radio GaGa clapping etc!

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

Thank you!!!!! That song for Elvis caught me completely off guard but, was so fulfilling. :) I never knew how freaking amazingly talented he was behind the scene. I love his voice. I really had a hard time trying to pay attention to his vocals, the song, the band and the production all at once for the first time. LOL. But, they are brilliant musicians. I did catch some of the crowds reactions. To be honest, I thought the concert was only for Queen until I read the comments from you guys. They seems like they were Queen's fans. LOL. I plan on catching up to as many Queen songs, albums and more concerts soon. It's been so worth it.

[@angushiltz4880]

It wasn't just the 75K there. The crowd at Philadelphia and all of us watching at any TV that was on were doing the same. People in stores were stopping and caught up in Freddie's grip. This was more than a monumental concert. It was a monumental piece of history for everyone, in my generation anyways.

[@staceycraft3514]

I know that's what everyone is saying about Freddie writing Crazy Little Thing Called Love but I watched Elvis Presley sing that song on a black and white TV. Elvis Presley sang it in the 60's don't know why people are saying otherwise. Some say it's an impersonator but there weren't any Elvis impersonators in the 60's because there was no need to, he was still alive and young.

[@nancyblumberg4612]

@@staceycraft3514 Your information is wrong! Look up when the song was written. There are many songs that sound very similar to Crazy Little thing called Love, but that song is all Queen.

[@carlajimenez5483]

Crazy little thing called love is Freddie's tribute to Elvis. Freddie was told not to go on because of his throat but he did it and killed it.

[@tonypreston1426]

If you're going to continue to watch this phenomenal group I would suggest you wear headphones. Great reaction, always brings me back to my younger years. This is one of the ultimate shows seen by billions that day. Even 5k miles away we were doing the Radio GaGa hand clap to a television. Now that's crowd control!

[@beanfrompa]

Greatest live performance of all time. Freddie is the best and Queen was so tight that day, they blew everyone away. Notice nobody on cell phones (pre cell phone days) people were captivated that day. ❤️

[@sharonmowat6649]

No cell phones. 😁

[@3ScotsInk]

Freddie & Queen have been making me smile since 1973. I love watching him make you smile, too. Welcome to the Queen family, bro!

[@sharonallforloveandpositiv5497]

And this is how you do it. All live vocals. All live instruments. No autotune and no playback to sing along too. Pure live raw music!!.. you should do a Wembley 86 concert reaction. This is how you did it back in the day... Sounding just like your records singing live if not better. Freddie had a fantastic voice. He could sing any genre. From 20s to 90s. Blues, Jazz, rock n roll, rock metal and Freddie did Opera too. Queen never stuck to one genre unlike most bands have their one style and genre. This is why they stood out.

[@alexandergordon5591]

Freddies stage presence is enormous and infectious backed up by the amazing musicianship of the other members of Queen.

[@sallyintucson]

A true showman with equally talented bandmates. Today with all the computerized stuff it’s just not the same.

[@joannedarley1893]

Fantastic reaction, one of the best I have seen, thank you. I have worshipped at the Queen altar with Freddie the God for 47 years and my passion for them has never faded. I was lucky enough to have been to 3 Queen concerts and also to Live Aid and it was extraordinary, heart poundingly exciting and unforgettable.

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

Nice! And thank you for the comment. I really appreciate you watching with me. That has be an amazing memory you can cherish forever! If could have seen all of them live during those days my life would be set. Honestly, watching this for the first time online was well received and served my entire day. Some people are just reacting for views but, I am truly loving these new moments from Queen. I always heard the hype and knew they had great songs. But, these guys on stage is literally "A Kind of Magic" no lie. LOL.

[@joannedarley1893]

@@awordfrompresidentpat1985 Believe me, Queen fans can tell the difference between a fan and a fake, you come across genuine which is a refreshing change. There are so many wonderful songs in store for you to discover, it will be wonderful for us as well as we see you enjoying those moments.

[@irinichotou470]

@@awordfrompresidentpat1985 I love to see you react to Queen. Your reactions seem to be honest. And it is good to see, that you take your time to answer to comments. 👑

[@LMTino]

Whoee! Everytime I see this I feel like it's a command performance....someone summons him to get back on that keyboard, strut and command that stage one more time -- for the ages.

[@debramoore7513]

That’s an excellent way to describe the experience!!

[@LMTino]

@@debramoore7513 Virtual Reality. This set at Live Aid. Can you imagine? I hope Brian May is working on it!

[@lindamaclellan4899]

After Live Aid, QUEEN toured with Freddie all through Europe in 1986. It was called the Magic Tour - a grueling tour consisting of about 26 shows in France, Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, West Germany (at the time, Germany was still divided in 2 by the Berlin Wall), Belgium, Hungary (which was under Communist control at the time), and other countries as well. Most of the time, the band played more than one show in each country. The tour ended in the UK with two shows at Wembley which were totally sold out and one concert outdoors at Knebworth where I read that 150,000 people attended. There are videos on youtube of the full concert in Budapest, Hungary and the 2 concerts at Wembley. They are great concerts!

[@toodlescae]

Elvis and Freddie. The 2 masters of stage presence.

[@karenj3611]

Cant wait to see more Live performances. Wembley. Milton Keynes. Rock in Rio. Budapest. Montreal. Pick any one, they were all amazing

[@villa7432]

To sing and run a stage like that is talent. There was no auto tune this was all him and his stamina. God Rest his soul. Radio gaga is a Frickin classic.

[@jackie5103]

It was so nice of Queen to let those other bands play at their show

[@villa7432]

Can you imagine being the band that followed Queen!!!!! He comes alive on stage. I miss him man. Brings me back to a time that was amazing in my life. Before my brother was killed in a car train accident he was a huge Queen fan. Thamk you for this video. I got emotional at We are the champions.

[@4MINGTHOUGHTS]

Elton John followed them on stage. He was not ready to take the stage after their performance. He did agreat job but nothing could top this performance. Truly sorry for your loss. Us Queen fans hurt with you. One family!

[@Janetjrfan]

Wonderful reaction! The entire Wembley concert in 1986 is the most amazing concert ever! You would have to cut it into 4 or 5 parts but it will be worth it! Top of their game!

[@villa7432]

Elvis smiled from heaven this day

[@iris67si]

... and Freddie is smiling too ❤️ How I love that younger generations are becoming enchanted by 👑 . Enjoy your journey, you wont regret it.

[@marilynsmith9758]

I never tire of watching this epic performance by the best rock band ever....Queen! Loved your reaction!💛💛💛. For some early Queen, White Queen live at Hammersmith Odeon 1975 is outstanding!

[@sharonmuntz1872]

Watch Wembley 1986 full concert,! Unbelievable!!!

[@imweakfordeaky]

I see Queen’s Live Aid set, I hit Like. Because I already know !

[@sigridschulz3201]

Queen simply the best for me!!!

[@carmenalmiron6825]

Amazing.every time i watch this... is more amazing for me!!!!!!!TBBF!still love u💞💯💥

[@hds66nl29]

How good was Freddie, just watch at 11:18 and on, a stage technician was messing with wires and almost pulled the mic out of Freddies hand, but he was aware and grabbed the cabble so it would not happen, while performing and not missing a beat. At the end of the song you can see him interacting with that technician and lauching it off.

[@joan783]

OK, technically this isn't a "full concert", just 18 minutes from a massive 16 hour show - I was there and it was amazing. If you want to watch/listen to a "full" concert try the Odeon '75 or Milton Keynes the Bowl '82 or for late Queen Wembley '86. Great reaction in trying circumstances!

[@marciebulsaraorcutt]

YESSS, Great concert suggestions... Milton Keynes is my FAVORITE concert overall; Freddie is in top form/his vocals are unmatched.

[@bjwaugh4294]

Lizzie, I agree, all great concerts I mite say epic. Don't forget Montreal 81. Tu for sharing. Keep enjoying. Stay safe.✌

[@nyima04011]

Great! Thanks! Lots of great 'live' Queen of course, but you don't want to miss 'Somebody to Love' & 'Dragon Attack' (featuring John!) from Montreal '81; 'White Queen' Hammersmith/Odean '74; 'Staying Power' Milton Keynes '82; and anything performed at Wembley in '86.

[@Anisabell2]

Welcome, welcome, welcome to the amazing realm of Queen. You have been blessed, my friend 🧡😉🧡😉🧡😉

[@carrielaliberte3255]

This is said to be one of “the best” concert performances of all time! and I agree :). Freddie and Queen stole the entire concert. “Ahh-ohh” 😉 Love your reaction! 👍🏻😎

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

Well said! 😊. Thank you!! One of my favorites concerts ever still even after all these other reactions!!

[@kathleenohare8770]

Love your reaction...Freddie wrote crazy little thing called love in the bath..

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

Thank you, Kathleen!!!! I just heard about the song process. AMAZING MAN!!! Deserves more credit!!!!

[@kathleenohare8770]

@@awordfrompresidentpat1985 when ever you get a chance there's a documentary called days of our lives...Brian and other's tell the queen story...you may find it interesting

[@rachelmccombie9464]

...I Absolutely Loved Your Reaction To This..."Queen" Is My All Time Favourite Group.."Freddie Mercury Is The Ultimate Performer/Showman/Singer Of This Century In My Opinion..."Fredster Is The Unforgettable Legend Of Legends!!!" 🥰 I'll Never Get Sick Of Watching Reactions To Live Aid&Witnessing This Phenomenal Group At Their Best... Was Nice To See Your Appreciation &Sincere Genuinity For Them ... Keep Up With Your Reactions... Respect Rach UK y

[@melinakristinmercury9586]

That was a tribute to Elvis. This band and Freddie.....are the best ever on earth! Freddie are not just a ordinary human, he must be from another earth.....I have been Queen-fan since -77. You can how many times I have listen to theres song, see theres concert etc, everytime is felling like its first time I hear and see them, Freddie have helpt me with his exstraordinary voice to staying alive......and of course the rest of the guys too ♥️ thanks Queen, and Thank you for react to them! Go back and see them from the -70’s, its wonderful f.eks Hammersmith Odeon 12.24.75..lol

[@andrewsulfaro3468]

Best part is. This wasn’t even a Queen concert. They made it into a Queen concert

[@villa7432]

Total magic thats the perfect way to describe it. They are iconic. I grew up in the 80s and im a fan of so many bands from those yrs. Thank you for this video. Hope you all in Texas are ok

[@lasuna7792]

Loved your reaction. I'm enjoying watching you react to Queen. They are never boring. Thank you for sharing your Queen journey with us.🧡🧡🧡❤❤💜💜

[@kelleyspangler7426]

You should react to the wimbley 1986 concert. Do it like other reactors and break it up into four sections you won't be disappointed

[@user-eh8eg4hp5t]

The day the earth stood still. Oh dear baby, I was a junior in college in '85. Prayers to all in Texas.

[@ikirsikas]

Thanks for the great reaction.! Queen is a unique and very special band in music history. I am a subscriber .

[@dianecourtney2724]

shhhh Freddie singing 💜

[@sherryheim5504]

Best live show ever! Crazy Little Thing Called Love is Freddie's tribute to Elvis who he admired. Freddie wrote that song in 10 minutes while taking a bath. A little aside: Brian played 3 different guitars during this song.

[@RoverWaters]

are you all simps repeating the same thing...

[@sherryheim5504]

@@RoverWaters History doesn't change so there is really nothing new to add.

[@janetschulman7649]

Love watching you. You are so adorable. Freddie keeps me up all night. I watch the videos before I go to sleep and I get so worked up I can’t relax and fall asleep. I’m 72 year old woman.

[@saflynn14]

Man oh man......I loved your reaction and the fact that you love queen as much as we do!! There’s nothing like the Freddie strut....lolol. Keep going with your queen reactions and react to the songs people suggest. You won’t be disappointed. You are so sweet! Oh...you really need to watch It’s a Miracle.....amazing!!!!

[@carmemdejesus7415]

Great reaction!!!!! One of the best I've seen for Live Aid!!!! Loved it!!!!

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

Thank you very much. I was so a pleasure and joy to watch it. That was incredible. I had to go watch it several more times afterwards. LOL.

[@danksquid3265]

Great reaction, especially that moment when Freddie (and then the entire crowd) hit That Note. Some of the top comments look like they have been generated by bots, response also being somewhat over the top (maybe sarcastic), anyway - in the end, many real fans will find this.

[@vn8897]

Thank you so much for doing this whole QUEEN performance. They put their hearts and soul in this concert. QUEEN stole the show. The most memorable performance of all time even to this day. "QUEEN FOREVER"

[@marytamone5095]

It was PERFECTION. Queen were always perfection! No auto tune either. It's called talent as to all of the four members.

[@pinkey943]

Iconic, legendary, perfect.

[@beanfrompa]

I also want to say I just love your reaction to this video. Makes me happy to see other recognize their genius and appreciate them like I do. 😁

[@opethdan2408]

God bless and rest his soul, the amazing and one of a kind Freddie Mercury. What a rare talent. 💖

[@lindamaclellan4899]

Someone once commented that Freddie held the microphone in one hand and the audience in the other. No truer words were ever spoken! The size of that audience with everyone excited and participating was mind boggling! Queen was always on point whether in the studio or on stage. There's a video on youtube which shows their practice sessions for this concert - how they honed each of their songs perfectly to fit into 20 minute time slot allotted to each band. The result was MAGIC!! And, yes, the song "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" was Queen's tribute to Elvis. I read somewhere that Freddie wrote this song in about 10 minutes while taking a bath. I don't know if that's true. But it would not surprise me if Freddie had new music twirling through his brain every minute of every day! I wish I could have been at Wembley on that day but consider myself so fortunate to have seen them LIVE at other concerts in the 80s. That was a long time ago but it feels like yesterday! Thanks for reacting to this incredible performance.

[@lindawallace3065]

They only had 20 minutes …their full concerts last about 2 hours! Freddie lives on in all of us!💖💖💖

[@markbanner6473]

Hammer to Fall Brian slaying that guitar I'm sure Freddie and Brian were looking at each other at one point thinking you're a genius.. and so are you. :D The Legendary Queen it gets no better! The vast majority of bands and singers, and entertainers in history get nowhere near the level of Queen.

[@RoverWaters]

playing rhythm and lead guitar at the same time is a challenge.

[@sopdox]

Watching your reaction just made me smile from ear to ear. This concert was simulcast on TV and radio across the world. I worked at a mom & pop video store (anyone remember those) and I wouldn’t let my boss put on any videos. I got to watch as it happened, next best thing to being there. Queen was the first concert I ever went to and remain my favorite band.

[@brianirvine1339]

It's great to hear the younger generation appreciate our generations music .Especially Queen and Freddy Mercury.

[@stephanieclare2457]

I remember watching this with family and friends. It was and still is absolutely incredible. Love Queen Freddie, Brian, Roger, & John forever. ❤❤❤❤

[@lindastodola691]

Freddie and Queen resonates deeply with me. We were from the same generation. Queen spoke the truth. The passion in their songs- one reason we love them so much! And have tremendous respect for their live performances and heart and love their fans received from each performance! I’ve been a fan since 1974! I listen to them everyday. Freddie- there will never be another-💛💛

[@FrugalLife]

1 Bohemian Rhapsody (1st Rock opera) 2 Radio Gaga (death of radio and the rise of the pop video) 3 Hammer to Fall (Fall of the Soviet Union) 4 Crazy little thing (tribute to Elvis) Last 2 songs We will rock you and We are the Champions (self explanatory ) I'd guess they put the tribute to Elvis because it was beamed live to 92000 crowd in Philadelphia 1.9 billion watched this concert live around the world

[@RoverWaters]

BohRhap aint a rock opera...

[@angiemottershead1394]

Cannot stop watching.You dont interupt the magic that is Freddie is pure respect. Respect to you too.

[@karenmitting7181]

36 years ago & you still feel his incredible energy coming through the screen. I watched this whole concert live (UK & USA) in Australia (I was 16) over a weekend with my whole family. It was an amazing happy experience that I will never forget. We have the LIVE AID DVD Box set and have watched it a few times in the theatre room and it still brings back those happy, happy memories. QUEEN we’re definitely the performance of the concert but there were still so many highlights. Mick Jagger & David Bowie teaming up to perform Dancing in the Street, Phil Collins, Madonna, Duran Duran, Elton John & George Michael. It was a once in a lifetime event, much like Woodstock (held the year I was born 1969). It raised awareness & money for the African famine and Bob Geldof became Sir Bob after organising this magic event. What a time it was 😃❤️👍🏻

[@susanann843]

When this was on I watched all 16 hour of this and had to work in the morning it was a real treat to watch them all nothing like this has ever happened since, we lost Freddie 6 years after this performance very sad R.I.P

[@fishboy3626]

I was standing just in front of the mixing box,,, magical day, 2 billion people watching live world wide

[@alethamarsh6583]

Been waiting for you to react again, miss your reactions! To queen LOL just now starting to watch so probably will have another comment soon

[@moogie1954]

My oldest son was born in 1985. I was active duty U.S. Navy and watched bits and pieces of the concert from stateside. However, I raised both my boys to appreciate rock classics... like Queen! Now, I'll be driving and Bohemian Rhapsody comes on the radio and, if my sons are with me, we all ALL singing alone and bopping our heads! Truthfully, I do that when I'm alone in the car too. I get some funny looks from people seeing an old lady rocking out in her car! LOL

[@gillgallagher722]

Freddie was the best front man ever. Best voice ever xx

[@kellybebbington9740]

He wrote Crazy Little Thing Called Love as a tribute to Elvis he wrote that song in ten minutes. To us in the UK Freddie Mercury will always be a LEGEND.

[@roughblooduk]

Thank you so much for your wonderful reaction. I was in my thirties when Live Aid was broadcast and I adored him. Not only is he a fantastic singer but he's very visual. Because I have been a fan for so long it is exciting that younger folks are discovering Queen. Seeing this iconic performance is almost like a religious experience for me. Thank you so much.

[@mrk8050]

At the time of Live Aid I was serving in the British Royal Marine Commandos in a refugee camp in Ethiopia. We listened to it on the radio. We were surrounded by the full horror of the Famine, but when Queen came on the radio those poor soles who were there even reacted in a very positive way. I remember that a lot of us Royal Marine Commandos were crying watching some of the children dancing along, I'm teary eyed just remembering. I looked around at men I had fought alongside, who were tough, hardened Royal Marine Commandos who had fought a life and death war against Argentinian's in 82. By the end of Queen's set we were dancing with the children. It went along way to help build their trust in us. The famine is only one of many terrible memories I have from 34 years of active service, and 2 years hospitalisation. But when I remember the smiles on the children's faces, and their laughter at the terrible way we danced always reminds me that humanity will always find it's way through even the worst of times. I only watched it for the first time last year, my son put it on the TV. A lot of memories came back and a lot of tears. My amazing Wife took me to see Queen at Wembley, U.K., in 1986 two weeks after I got back from Ethiopia as a surprise. I saw Queen live 6 times in all, they were incredible live. And yes, I am an old fart.

[@colinstenning9136]

Love your feel for real music delivered from the soul

[@MemeS-sb2cq]

I saw Queen in concert in 1982. Amazing!!

[@daveloboda1769]

You're right friend, Freddie is the man. A unique performer, wonderful showman, great singer. I saw Queen live twice, the second time at Wembley in 1986. Just brilliant.

[@juliannetomlinson]

Crazy Little Thing Called Love a tribute to Elvis written in 1979 by Freddie.

[@laurenraubaugh9542]

Freddie did write "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" as a tribute to Elvis - you're right! It took him like 10 minutes in the bathtub at his friend's apartment in New York, haha. He could change his voice however he wanted to suit essentially any musical genre, even without any vocal training. Check out his opera collaboration songs with Spanish opera singer Montserrat Caballe! "Barcelona" is the most famous one, written about her home city but also for the '92 Olympics, which Freddie knew (and told her) that he wouldn't be around to see. The video isn't actually live singing, as Freddie was already ill then and didn't quite have the energy to perform live anymore, but his voice never sounded better. "Exercises in Free Love" is particularly astounding - I promise it's him singing, not her. It was just a demo he sent Montserrat for a song idea without any words, and she was absolutely stunned it was him (he sang the female operatic parts he had planned for her, which she didn't know he could do - sing countertenor). As for different vocal styles in Queen, listen to "Stone Cold Crazy" (live at the Rainbow is best) for one of the earliest examples known of speed metal - it was later covered by Metallica. There's also songs like "Seaside Rendezvous", done in a 20s-30s vaudeville musical style. "Cool Cat", off of the (much-hated at the time) album Hot Space, is also sung entirely in falsetto by Freddie. It was just he and John on that song (John played all the instruments, and it was his idea), as the rest of the band weren't fans, haha.

[@barbaramendoza2202]

ALL very good suggestion! I’d like to add DRAGON ATTACK live in Montreal ‘81. In case no one told you... that was NOT a Queen audience. Queen was not announced as playing at Live Aid, as they decided to perform after publicity was done. Every group/singer had 20 minutes only, that’s why some songs were shortened. Also, Freddie sang against his Dr’s advice, as he had a throat infection. Please stay warm and safe out there in Texas! 😊🙏

[@donkeypie4562]

It was not in New York where he wrote CLTCL, it was in a Hotel in München (Munich).

[@laurenraubaugh9542]

@@donkeypie4562 Oops, you’re right! My mistake.

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

WOW. The talent that Freddie had was way beyond my knowledge. After watching and the Bohemian Rhapsody movie for the first time this month. I am sold. QUEEN is the GREATEST band of all time. I mean that. I have not even heard or watched everything from them yet and here I am already a believer. :) That's very interesting about the demo. You all must be so grateful to have grow up and able to really experience all of this when it organically took place. I can only imagine. Thank you so much all of the insight on Queen. That's awesome. :)

[@laurenraubaugh9542]

@@awordfrompresidentpat1985 Wow! I’m glad you’re sold. 😊 I did grow up listening to Queen, but that’s thanks to my mom! I’m only 31 haha so wasn’t around for it either. 😂 I’m also glad the movie pulled you in even further, but please know that it’s quite inaccurate. The band never broke up - Freddie wasn’t even the first one of them to go solo (Roger had two solo albums by that point). They did have disagreements (they argued a lot, but Freddie actually said that’s what kept the band together, since they all were strong and got a say) and pursued individual things, but there was never a time where they all weren’t talking or anything like that. Roger even sang backup for Freddie’s solo song “The Great Pretender” and appeared in the music video. They were very close. Freddie did get a much bigger financial advance for his album which likely caused tension and he was negatively influenced by Paul Prenter in the mid-80s, but Brian and Roger themselves said only a week after he died and was getting attacked by the (homophobic and especially AIDS-phobic) media for his lifestyle that he was never consumed by drugs or out of control. They called him kind, generous, and incredibly loyal to his friends (though he did love to party and had some wild, almost legendary times for sure). But seriously, what 80s rock star didn’t? No straight ones get attacked for it, even ones with multiple arrests and abuse allegations. No one in Queen has ever been arrested or accused of anything like that. All truly good guys. 👍 Also, they had toured just a couple of months before Live Aid (the whole notion that they hadn’t performed together in years is just completely made up). I do see how it creates drama and it did revitalize their career at a time when they weren’t sure how to move forward together, but yeah. Some of their biggest performances - like Rock in Rio - happened earlier that same year. Freddie also didn’t know his diagnosis until 2 years after Live Aid, in 1987. He found out shortly after their 1986 Magic Tour. “The Days of Our Lives” documentary on KZbin is a much more accurate and factual look at Queen! (And this isn’t as important, but Freddie also didn’t just randomly introduce himself to the band one night and audition - they all knew each other, and Freddie went to many of Smile’s shows. He was roommates with Roger and they ran a fashion stall together. He’d also been in other bands and musical pursuits himself, starting back at boarding school in India. He didn’t just randomly start singing one day, hahaha).

[@barrys1342]

Awesome reaction Always enjoy you 🔥🔥🔥 Such a passionate and professional team/machine 😍also note their excellent execution - they had to time themselves perfectly due to satellite coverage etc Note towards the end of We are the Champions there are spotlights on the floor behind the monitors - the red light flashes - this was their Q to be finished and they were spot on ♥️

[@helenclark2104]

I love watching the younger generation react to the 80 music and on the concert it was a fantastic era

[@nateyl3557]

This performance speaks for itself. Not much to say, just react and enjoy. I have watched this more times then I can count and still get goose bumps at the end" We are the Champions". Its a timeless piece that we have been blessed with, thankful it was all caught on camera for future generations to enjoy.

[@west_nebraska_dude4527]

Outstanding reaction to a legendary performance ... thank you!!

[@יוספהינקוביץ]

Ilove your reaction great 👍 and yesterday wrote crazy little thing in tribute for elvis and how could he not he was ahuge fan of elvis he sang on his concerts alot elvis he adored him but who wasn't every singer learned from him even in the early years when he was a boy he start singing elvis's songs freddie forever legends never die and not forget Brian huge guitarist the best ever in fact all the members of queen evert one was a unic star love them 💙 ❤️

[@susanorchard1994]

Freddie Mercury is an Immortal Rock God. Just so you know, the movie changed ALOT of things that did not happen. Among them, Freddie didn't know he had AIDS before the concert. He was HIV positive and wasn't aware of it. In late 1986, he found out he was infected with HIV. His AIDS diagnosis came in 1987 when he saw a Karposi Sarcoma lesion on his hand. This is according to his PA Peter Freestone. Met him at a Queen convention in 2019 when he walked us through the last 5 years of Freddie's life.

[@kristiedaniels9325]

Freddie had a bad throat infection this day and his doctors told him not to. Perform this was Freddie on a bad day…a LEGEND for sure who will always be loved ♥️

[@bjwaugh4294]

Love ur Queen reactions. I'm a 40 yr fan. These r some of my favorites pls add to ur list. Play the Game, It's a Hard Life, Love of My Life live, Break Thru, Scandal, n best song ever (my opinion), The Show Must Go On. Those r a few of my favs oh also Father to Son. Tu. Look forward to more reactions. Enjoy. Stay safe.✌

[@sandrahilton3239]

Freddie was said to have a baratone voice but he was able to sing tenor and soprano. He was a one off and he has my greatest respect. RIP Freddie.

[@sscully881]

Classic Freddie at his best....he has 73,000 people, simultaneously, eating out of his hand!! I have watched many, many reaction videos of Live Aid, and you're the only one who mentioned his Elvis imitation/tribute on Crazy Little Thing Called Love!! I could watch Freddie, strut like a peacock across the stage, all day....legendary singer/group. R.I.P. Freddie....the world lost an incredible talent when we lost you!!

[@jamiesherman8164]

Dedicated in Texas! Hope your life is getting back to normal 😄 Freddie rules!

[@bnunley8135]

Freddy wrote crazy little thing called love in 10minutes, and it was a tribute to Elvis

[@brianfisher6165]

That wasn't a full Queen concert, Freddie performs like that for 2-3 hours. It was an abbreviation of a full show. This was part of world event for charity.👌👌👍👍✌✌😁😁

[@irishfergal]

Your power issues in Texas are a sore reminder that life is fragile and more precious than gold. And yet, you managed to make the electrical issues less important than our passion for great music. You are so blessed to be born in 1985. As a baby you probably heard a lot of this stuff in the background on the radio. Your reaction is fantastic. Keep it up!!!!!

[@ruthlong9702]

Everyone in the band Queen deserves all of the praise they receive. John, Roger and Brian are incredibly talented. But Freddie is beyond amazing. They were certainly "Champions" that night.

[@taligeoghan7245]

PRAYERS for your safety hun...hopefully it will blow over soon! We are having TONS of snow and ice here in Southern Ohio..it sucks!! Anyways hunny GREAT reaction...and u are so accurate..Queen was (and still is) LEGENDARY!! You should also check out some of their new performances with Adam Lambert...I know yes its not Freddie and no Deaky as he retired from the music business but Roger and Brian still ROCKING!!! Keep on this journey...you wont be sorry u did...stay safe and healthy my friend