Queen - No One But You (Only The Good Die Young) [Official Video] | Reaction

[@imweakfordeaky]

Dear sweet John was no real singer.., he was very self-conscious about his voice, and he’s a shy man in general. His bass sings for him. And yes, I cry every time.

[@susieq9801]

@Great King Rat - At the end of the Tribute concert when everyone was celebrating, John bowed and walked off. It was over for him. The look of compassion Roger Daltry gave him was heartbreaking.

[@cathyyonce8492]

It's makes me cry to this day. I loved Queen. I was 15 when I first heard Oueen and was a fan. I'm 59 now and my 2 girls grew up listening them and now my grandson listen to them today. I still rock out to them today.

[@benjaminsidneykidd-bentley3966]

Goose bumps.. and seeing John for the last time.. oh and No Freddie.

[@lawrenceabeyta3808]

You missed the end! They had a champagne glass on the piano as a dedication to Freddie. This was John’s last recording with Brian and Roger; he retired after this. This was 6 years after Freddie’s death.

[@montereyharris1277]

Brian has a beautiful soft voice. There is so much so in this song and much of Queen’s Music because Freddie was a huge fan of Aretha Franklin. he would get on the stage in concert and asked the fans to play some games & I would start singing Aretha Franklin songs and they would sing along with him. He had the crowd in his hands with that soul music and singing Aretha Franklin. It was beautiful! I’m sure that Brian sang this song with so much soul for Freddie Mercury and his love for Aretha Franklin.

[@DonnaleaSpencer]

Brian has a beautiful voice. And what a lovely tribute to Freddie, but I can't watch it that often. Cuz = tears.

[@qthelost]

When Brian sings, "There's a face at the window And I ain't never, never sayin' goodbye!" Wow. I get emotional just thinking about that line.

[@cameronlamaster9807]

Same

[@CTyankee71]

I could have sworn it was Freddie singing at first - saw the better film quality but big hair, and wondered 'what the heck?'. Then realized it was Brian!

[@milestrotter6844]

This is indubitably brian mays most powerful vocal performance. Its truly baffling how beautifully he can sing.

[@khrysalis4746]

Queen had THREE great voices (now only two). Most bands are lucky if they have one great voice. Foo Fighters is a lot like Queen who are their idols. They sang with Brian when Queen was inducted into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (They performed “Tie Your Mother Down”). Brian has sung on many songs, his voice is a register lower than Freddie’s (baritone), while Freddie sang at a higher register (tenor) most times. That’s what makes Queen amazing, they harmonize and make a big sound. Roger sang all the high notes, like in Bo Rhap. John sang in the early years of Queen, he felt he wasn’t a good a singer than them, so he quit singing. He has a nice voice, though not a powerhouse like everyone else. You can hear him on “Somebody to Love”. Very pleasant, I think. Sadly, John came back for this song and then retired to spend more time with his family. As far as he is concerned, Queen died when Freddie did. John is still the band’s bookkeeper, he handles all of Queen’s money and has a say in projects Brian and Roger are doing, like the musical “We Will Rock You’. After the death of Freddie, Bri formed the Brian May Band, but when his friend drummer Cozy Powell died in a car accident, Brian couldn’t go on. There’s a MTV video featuring the two of them called “Resurrection”. Hahaha! Sorry about the long comment, I guess I was channeling my inner Queen Fan Gurl.

[@emaloney2211]

John Deacon never got over Freddie’s death and retired from music soon after this song was released (1997) Brian, in the year after Freddie died, suffered from depression and even contemplated killing himself because it was just too much and he still gets emotional on tour when they play recordings or films of Freddie to sing along with. Roger is a bit more resilient but there was an interview a while back when he told how he got a phone call on his way to Freddie’s house saying there was no point cos Freddie was dead, and Roger was trying hard to hold back the tears. This song must have been so hard to do but it is a beautiful tribute to their friend.

[@cameronh8440]

E Maloney Roger is more resilient but his emotions are seen in his eyes and subtle mannerisms. Jim (Freddie's partner) called Freddie and Roger soulmates.

[@Henso618]

Wow that's a lot

[@susieq9801]

@@cameronh8440 - Freddie and Roger lived together as impoverished struggling musicians and sold used clothes in Kensington Market to make ends meet.

[@DakotaCelt1]

That interview a week after Freddie died. Brian and Roger had to defend their friend and yet you could see the pain in both of their faces. I still have a hard time hearing this song. IN the musical, We Will Rock You, they play it. You can hear the sniffles in the audience.

[@DakotaCelt1]

@@Henso618 You need to check Roger's song Old Friends. It will get you also

[@michellereimann828]

This is the most beautiful tribute song I have ever heard in my life, the guys did an amazing job with it. Freddie deserves it all. Love them all.

[@deborahallen3318]

Those of us who love Freddie will never stop crying! Even though it has been 31 years since we lost Freddie, there are times, like now, when tears fall like rain because he was truly a beautiful, brilliant man that touched our hearts for decades with his song, smile and the love he had for all his fans! He was truly one of a kind! 🥀

[@anaparada7548]

Ughh...heart breaking. It's supposedly shot from Freddie's viewpoint floating in like a spirit...Deaky does look so super sad...ughhh

[@user-ss3wt6pt9z]

I didn't even realize the viewpoint thing

[@Semajsenrab72]

He was hurting deeply, they were very close, John never got over his lost friend. He dropped his bass and slammed the studio door at the end and walked away

[@vn8897]

You know you got a good band when the drummer Roger Taylor and the guitar player Brian May sings better than most bands today. "QUEEN FOREVER"

[@viditjain2653]

It started with Roger and Brain and now they're the only ones left keeping the spirit of Queen together

[@merqury5]

This is a sucker punch of a song if you're not prepared.

[@Henso618]

I really wasn't

[@andreadeamon6419]

Wasn't prepared either 😭

[@kmayville70]

I was so not ready. Watching on a bus and just had to stop. Wow.

[@andreadeamon6419]

@@kmayville70 completely understandable. I've been sad for days now. Been a fan for over 40 years - just thanks to the internet I'm learning so much more. Truly heartbreaking

[@andreadeamon6419]

@M. M. Monroe sure do. Freddie tried telling people in so many ways that his days were numbered. Just waited till before he passed to say anything

[@kathramsay1569]

John is completely broken . This was his last time playing with Queen. He put his bass and walked away. ❤️❤️😢

[@etc7070]

Did nobody warn you about how sad this was gonna be? Heh. I don't listen to it that often and usually skip it if it pops up on my player because it will instantly make me cry. I liked that you noticed John. As you may know from comments he was so greatly affected by Freddie's death that he retired from making music and public life, and this is the last video he was in.

[@Henso618]

I had no idea

[@Terri6868]

I cry to😢

[@michelle88960]

True. John refused to carry on with Roger and Brian with Queen, saying 'there is no Queen without Freddie.' Integrity right there. Bless you John.

[@kennikitty]

@ShariSez1 Honestly, Freddie said they would stay together until they die. Freddie did exactly that and I don't think he would mind Roger and Brian continueing Queen. They have different lead singers, but they don't publish new songs under the name of “Queen“. They keep the memory alive. I think it's also thanks to them still performing and marketing that Queen still is as popular as it is. It's very beautiful Brian always sings “Love of my Life“ live with a picture of Freddie in the back. I'm sure it must've been very hard for them to continue, because every single song reminds them of their dead friend who will never share the same stage anymore. I totally understand John couldn't do it and that's fine, but Roger and Brian are not doing the wrong thing either.

[@theresarandall7448]

@@kennikitty I agree with you. The decision could only be made individually by the 3 of them. There wasn't a right or wrong answer

[@christi8491]

They're singing their love for and sadness at losing Freddie. Even years later they missed him like the day he passed. Brian's voice is the closest to Freddie's and sometimes on certain notes they sound exactly the same. I love Brian's solo voice and Roger's solo voice but together Queen were "A Kind of Magic". I came to Queen just a couple of years ago. I wasn't allowed to listen to most music while growing up so I missed all of Queen. I found this song after I found out that my best friend passed. The line, "There's a face at the window" gets me every time and I cry EVERY time. :( It's okay to cry. Sometimes there just aren't words and crying is the only way to get the feelings out. If you love someone, let them KNOW. You never know when they'll be gone forever. (Freddie's last vocal recordings were for the song "Mother Love" in which he sang about his battle with AIDS. He never finished recording the song bc he grew too weak on his last recording day and went home and said he'd come back and finish it but was never able to. That was in May 1991 and he passed 6 months later.)

[@isabelriquelme8744]

Heartbreaking...RIP my beautiful man....Gone but never forgotten..

[@elliea09]

Anyone else catch Traent’s “I love you” shoutout to freddie at 8:13 ❤️ very sweet

[@Henso618]

😁

[@jamesbudd991]

Haha yep :)

[@anaparada7548]

Saw it and thought man, no can resist Freddie. Everyone loves him.

[@walover165]

Yeah, this song is utterly gut-wrenching. This was Queen mourning publicly. And it's a good pickup about how sad John looks; this is the last time he recorded with Queen (I think he did one other public appearance with them later that year). After that he retired from public life. Even though John was the youngest, he ended up looking the oldest; Freddie's death aged him tremendously. I was quite surprised that you were surprised about Brian singing; have you not done a Brian song yet? He had some good ones; '39, Some Day One Day, All Dead all Dead, and Long Away are some of my favourites where he sings lead.

[@Henso618]

Wow!

[@susieq9801]

This was John's last performance. The Tribute concert for Freddie preceded this video.

[@susanengland3919]

John was affected more than the others by Freddie's loss, this was his last recording with Queen. I can't imagine anyone watching this without crying.

[@kimberleyw2429]

This reactor has passed away 😢

[@imweakfordeaky]

A Brian May masterpiece... so sad and yet so perfect For Roger’s solo dedicated song to Freddie, look up “Good Friends” by Roger Taylor. EDIT: joopis16 is correct below. The song is “Old Friends” . Sorry about that!

[@joopis16]

Its called "old friends"👌

[@imweakfordeaky]

joopis16 oops, sorry! Thanks for the correction! Will add an edit. 👍🏽

[@user-wh4hj1gb8b]

you comment on all the videos that have something related to Queen hahaha I always see you

[@imweakfordeaky]

Imagine Dragons yeah...I have issues. Lol. (I can’t help but to love Queen!)

[@user-wh4hj1gb8b]

@@imweakfordeaky you're completely right, obsession by Queen should be a must. lol.

[@heatherqualy9143]

You’re the first reactor I’ve seen do this song without knowing anything about it. Oof! Made it that much sadder to see you realizing what it was in real time. Beautiful song, but so freakin’ heartbreaking.

[@headrushindi]

I grew up idolizing Queen as a teen in the 70's ....I can barely take this song without falling apart because so many of my great memories are wound eternally aroung this music and my freinds growing up. It is astounding how great an impact their genius had on so many. It was a magic they had similar to Michael Jackson. Their incredible music touched everyone..White Black, red brown and for all we know maybe even beyond our planet.. There will NEVER be another Freddie , thats for certain. One of a kind

[@ruthlong9702]

Freddie's death devastated John. This was probably too emotional for him to sing.

[@nikastanic3052]

I cry like a baby when i hear this song but the lyric which gets me crying the most is when Roger sings "hell, you made a sensation". This song is a masterpiece

[@carmenfelton3171]

This is only the second time in all these years that I listened to this song and especially the video and I wish I haven't. I couldn't handle it the first time and I can't now. It is heartbreaking and I'm not ashamed to confess that I cry like a baby now. This is a tribute song they wrote for Freddie in 1997, after that John decided to retire as he didn't see any reason to move on with Queen. They all lost a family member not only a friend and it hit John the hardest. Roger and Brian still mourn Freddie's death as well but they try to deal with it by going on tour with Adam Lambert. They need it and I can understand that even though I can't listen to Queen songs without Freddie singing them, although Adam is good. Freddie wa a one-off, no one comes near him and no one ever will.

[@celticpoet21]

Absolutely, I like him too. Yet, even Adam makes it clear that he's not a filler, replacement or anything, that Freddie is the one and only Rock God in this universe.

[@carmenfelton3171]

@@celticpoet21 Yes, he does and I don't know why peple hate on him so much. They have a choice, if you don't like it then don't listen to it, that simple. And he has his own style anyway. I watched some vids with him and he is really good, but I prefer Freddie. I grew up with Queen and Freddie in the 70's and I love Freddie to bits. I wish every day he would be still with us, but he's dead and life goes on. No need to hate Adam, it is what it is.

[@celticpoet21]

@@carmenfelton3171 Exactly. Its that simple. Adam is a worthy addition to the Queen family.

[@Henso618]

That's really hard. I felt so bad hearing it

[@carmenfelton3171]

@@Henso618 I can definitely imagine.

[@bookladyl]

Such a heartfelt tribute, and it must have been almost impossible for the guys to get through. It's been so long since I watched this, and I had to think about it for a couple of minutes first, it just always hits me like a body slam. You barely got through it, too, Traent. Take care.

[@Henso618]

Yes it was hard. Thank you

[@cluelady]

Sad but beautiful. I legit ugly cried the first time I heard/saw it.

[@hellsbells8689]

I cry everytime I hear it. They wrote what they now the fans are feeling but we, the fans, cannot imagine the hurt they must feel. They lost their brother and best friend, not just a band mate. Keep that party going up there, Fred. I hope to join you one day.

[@karolyn8644]

I've made this comment on the reactions of others & want to add it here also. The symbolism in this song runs deep… "A hand above the water, an angel reaching for the sky"…just look at an image of Freddie's statue at Montreux, Switzerland, overlooking Lake Geneva. You'll see it. "They're only flying too close to the sun"…in our solar system, the planet closest to the sun is Mercury. Don't forget that Brian May has a PhD in astrophysics. He knows these things. Many of the lyrics are snippets from other Queen songs…"tricky situation," & "such an operation," for instance. I think you will find more as you listen to more of their songs. And the ending scene, the champagne glass on the piano, the single shaft of light, the sounds of footsteps & a door closing, these need no explanation. And "cut," that's the end. It is all so sad, & so beautiful. The opening image of the flying man brings to mind the Greek myth of Daedalus and Icarus, the father & son who made wings of feathers & wax in order to escape from the tower in which they were imprisoned by King Minos of Crete. Icarus, in his youthful exuberance & excitement about flying, failed to heed his father's warnings to not fly too close to the sea, lest he get his wings wet, or too close to the sun, lest the wax holding the feathers should melt. He flew too close to the sun, the wax melted, & he fell into the sea & drowned. So there's that, too.

[@moominmay]

Karolyn Hoover didn’t know a lot of this. Thanks for sharing and yes in context makes a lot of sense as I’ve seen many comments on other videos saying that Freddie was warned by friends to be extra careful when news of the AIDS virus started to appear but Freddie seemingly ‘flew too close to the sun’ as per Icarus. The beauty in their song tries it’s best to help contain the devastating effects of Freddie’s death on his fans. I truly believe he never could have imagined how many people he and Queen touched and so how many after over a quarter of a century still feel his death so keenly 👑

[@rockledgeln]

And, at the very end, the moth flying in briefly to touch the glass of champagne and then fly away free.

[@donnaj9769]

This is also the last time John played with the band...or in public at all. He only works on the financial end of Queen now and desires no public life. Sad.

[@susieq9801]

Karolyn Hoover - Yes, I picked up the symbolism of Mercury and Icarus as well and the references to their other songs. He flew too close to the sun for sure and it was his undoing but he lived more in his shortened life than someone who lives to 100! The lyrics go so deep and have immense meaning. At the start Brian mentions "the broken-hearted, no one could reach them, no one but you". Freddie considered himself a bit of a misfit due to his sexual orientation, his being bullied for his teeth and being called a "Paki" by some ignorant people. He had all of those things against him but became an icon and other people felt, if he could do it, so could they. I think that is part of why he touched so many people. "No one could reach them, no one but you". He was what he was and didn't give a damn! I think in spite of his stage persona, he felt broken-hearted in some ways himself. He was one of them. When he said "a face in the window", I believe he is saying Freddie will always be with them. I do believe he was John's mentor and without Freddie there was just no point. The epitaph on his statue sums Freddie up so well.... "Lover of life, Singer of songs".

[@britneyshearer5935]

I love your very real reaction. I cry everytime I watch the video (and sometimes with just the song). Brian and Roger sang this with such emotion and sorrow, and then the lyrics kick you in the ass. Then seeing John and how sad he was. Knowing he retired not long after makes it even worse. When you said it sounded like a cover, and then that it sounds like Queen but not, I knew exactly what you meant. And then the lightbulb moment when you saw it was Brian singing.. Honestly, I'm an emotional mess for this song. Then seeing you barely holding it together at the end did me in. Great reaction, I love it and you ❤

[@deborahmontgomery2812]

I agree it's intense....as the last seconds play there is talking taped , Freddie saying; " Cut". It may help to see Roger & Brian talking about the making of it. This one sneaks up on you if not prepared that it is a tribute song..Thank you much for sharing with us!

[@jimbod9116]

Queen were a band as Freddy would always say and the boys were just beautiful together sad that we cant all be like that, john spoke with his guitar, but he could sing too, they were Queen never to be repeated.

[@SuperMatt2112]

This was my first time hear of this song, it is very sad indeed, but all of emotions in this life are important, not just the happy ones, in strange ways, sadness is also happiness just on a much deeper level. I could se and feel their pain in this, it's an amazing tribute to Freddie who will never ever be forgotten.

[@donnaduhamel6004]

RIP Freddie...thanks Queen

[@marilyngrayson3285]

I'm crying he died at 45,,,, we only had him for a wrinkle in time ,,,,

[@dukesworld4111]

John Deacon took Freddie's death really hard. This song was actually the last thing he ever recorded with the band. After this, he officially retired from music, and has been living a quiet life with his family away from the spotlight ever since.

[@laurenraubaugh9542]

The lines "It's another tricky situation", "Now the party must be over", and "There's a face at the window" are throwbacks to older songs of theirs, "It's a Hard Life", "My Melancholy Blues", and "Keep Yourself Alive", which include those original lyrics. I love how they included memories and references to their past. It's kind of like how Freddie's "I still love you" in "These Are the Days of Our Lives" video is a reference to "Love of My Life". All of their songs meant something and wove together.

[@moominmay]

Lauren Raubaugh did not know that. Thank you makes the song even more majestically poignant 😔

[@paigelarson45]

Also it says something about paying dues too sorry I don’t remember the actual words and it’s a through back to we are the champions

[@kevbrown2532]

To me this song is one of Queens best, it's also an uplifting song as well as being very sad. For anyone to right a tribute song about someone they loved is very emotional, very hard on the writer, full of moments of joyful memories whilst knowing more similar memories will never be made. So it's uplifting in the sense that Brian, John and Roger were able to overcome those emotions to write and perform such a beautiful, loving, caring tribute to their friend, bandmate, and brother in recording.

[@juliamartin4141]

My late husband was very much like Freddie in that he had the charisma. He died in ‘07. I wish I would have known of this song, I would have had it played at his memorial. My love was so much better than his father. I miss him every single day. Unfortunately I never got to see Queen live. We lived all around the world, traveling because of the Army. I never knew, until recently how much better they were live. This is a great tribute to Freddie by all his band mates. I’m sure they felt like brothers because of all the hardships they went through together. Rest In Peace Freddie.

[@dresden123456]

I don't think anyone ever reacted on YT to Roger's Old Friends so it'd be amazing to see you do that song. He was arguably the closest, they were flatmates in the early days, worked together selling second-hand clothes before Queen and were pretty much platonic soulmates. He even named 2 of his kids after Freddie's suggestion. And he still gets emotional talking about Freddie's death (personally I think he feels guilty for being too late to see him that one last time). They all had extremely difficult time dealing with Freddie's death. For Brian it added to depression and death of his beloved father (and iirc his father in law died around that time as well?). John completely disappeared from public life; he had a very touching older/younger sibling dynamic with Freddie who 5 years his senior always tried to protect him. If you want to cry a bit more watch the interview Bri and Rog did a week after Freddie's death. Their grief is palpable yet they still loyally protect him from media. And I still admire the strength they had to put together that tribute concert in 92 (tho there are moments where you can see their masks crack a bit and raw emotions surface). Sorry, this comment got a bit long!

[@cameronh8440]

dresden123456 the tribute concert was hard to watch Brian turning towards the piano and realizing Freddie wasn't there and Roger openly upset at his kit (who wants to live forever)

[@graemekelly1572]

Still ava little tear when listening to this. Not only for Freddie but for all who I’ve lost. Rock In Peace Freddie

[@kimemerson5732]

I have watched this COUNTLESS times and cry every single time....

[@deborahmontgomery2812]

Bless you. No doubt, this song gets you if not prepared..even if you are! At the very end as the music stops, you hear voices, doors open, and Freddie's voice saying "Cut" as he had so many times over years in studio sessions. A bit of.history Brian May told the story that he wrote this song soon after Freddie's passing, sending it to Roger. They waited a few months then began working on it...the last song John Deacon played on with Queen. As they began putting the video together Brian said they wanted it in black & white, and to set the camera angles as though someone was walking slowly through the recording studio while they were 'rehearsing' , just observing it all rather than quick moving camera shots. The piano was set up with a glass of champagne, Freddie often kept cups and glasses on the piano. At the videos very beginning as the camera brings the viewer down into the studio, is a camera shot of the Queen Crest, drawn by Freddie when the band formed as Queen. It is something often seen painted more glamorously. These musicians were/are so thoughtful and intelligent about their music and it's changes. Each had strong backgrounds in college, a graphics illustrator, an engineer, a dentist & an astrophysicist. I have wondered if that attributed to some of the unique/incredible Queen sound besides their obvious musical gifts! Thank you so much for playing this! If you're interested, another emotional yet beautiful song is, Mother Love...no video was made. Brian had to finish the last verse due to Freddie's passing, it on the album Made In Heaver. I agree with Roger Taylor's comment about the song Mother Love, some of the passages & notes Freddie sang in it are "spine chilling". And beautiful. Sorry this comment is so long, obviously I'm a Queen fan from long ago. I recommend all the songs!

[@jerrikeefer8219]

Yes, this song and "Old Friends" by Roger makes me cry every time.

[@susannasusan3543]

They wrote this song A tribute for Freddie

[@sannaolsson9106]

It's a really really sad song. But you missed the champagne glass on the piano for him at the very end ❤ Really good song.

[@moominmay]

Sanna Olsson yes it was a heartbreaking last shot that perfectly encapsulated the songs vibe of ‘gone but never forgotten’ 👑

[@sannaolsson9106]

@Great King Rat What lol. I hadn't even seen a moth in there or knew Brian said that so I looked at the video again and I only see a flying little thing buzzing around it. I'm not convinced haha. How did he even know it was a moth??

[@ƏVAş]

@Great King Rat I support you 😊 From Brian's homepage (link below); "In 1997 - Brian May, Roger Taylor and John Deacon filming video "No-One But You", Bray Studio, UK. Later Brian was to recall that during a short break in filming, when band discussing takes, a moth was seen to fly around a champagne glass that had been placed Freddie's grand piano. Brian had a feeling that Freddie was there somehow." brianmay.com/queen/queennews/queennewsoct18.html#53

[@ƏVAş]

@Great King Rat Haha! You're most welcome 😊 And just as you I'm fairly certain I've seen footage of Brian talking about it, but can't for the life of me remember from which interview or docu. Annoying! I'll definately lose sleep over this until I find it. Most likely I will come across it by accident one day 🙃 Anyways, for those who who want to see the moth in slowmotion, it can be seen right in the beginning of the promo version here; kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJaQpWqvdpabpKM

[@ƏVAş]

@Great King Rat BUG you? Like a moth you mean? 😜 Hahaha! And I've gone through 'the making of' also + a few other interviews. No luck! Hmm, might get started on them drugs soon afterall! 😅

[@Jellyfinger6969]

I'm a 57 yo dude. I still shed a tear when I see this. 1st concert I ever saw back in the 80s

[@leeannbailey91]

I bauled and bauled the first time I heard and watched this...i think they did an awesome job...i 💖 u deaky!!!

[@kathleen109]

Damn it! My waterproof mascara is not up to this song. Brian May was in my dream last night. He was super cool. Some people won't give the album Made in Heaven a chance, but there are really quite good songs on it.

[@rubydazzler]

The pain in Brian's eyes and on his face, and who knew he could hit those notes. And Deaky looks completely broken. I'm in bits here, we still love you too, Freddie, and we miss you. xxx

[@montereyharris1277]

Brian may also sings the beginning part of mother luck because Freddie didn’t get to finish it before he died. if you’ve ever heard “ mother love “ & “ who wants to live forever” & The latter is from Highlander and it’s a song that Brian May and Freddie Mercury sing together. It’s beautiful!!❤️

[@m1co294]

Brian, Roger and John spiraled into depression after Freddie's death, two of them even considered suicide at the time, they wrote this song as a final farewell to Freddie and after that John left cause he thought Queen wasn't Queen without Freddie The story of Queen after his passing was heartbreaking not gonna lie.

[@claude-emiliecloutier8186]

It is a very sad song, makes me cry evertime I hear it but it such a nice tribute to their friend I can't help watching it.

[@sandythomas5563]

I just found The Miracle video and you must, must, react to it. It is now my favorite Queen video!!! I challenge anyone to watch it without the biggest grin on your face for the entire time. It is absolutely fantastic.

[@JKM395]

Grown man here. Not at all ashamed to admit that I cried the first time I heard this and many times since. It's beautiful, but it's heartbreaking.

[@user-eh8eg4hp5t]

Yes. John gives up from sadness most likely 2 thirds of the way through. I cry every time I hear it. But keep on listening to it.

[@celticpoet21]

this song was a true tribute to show that Freddie was really like a brother to them, not just their frontman. Yeah, the looks on their faces, and listen to their voices; their sorrow is clear and doing all they can to keep it together and not break down crying, (not that I'd blame them if they did). John expressed all his sorrow in every note he played for this. I also recommend "these are the days of our lives" Freddie's last, onscreen music video and a heartfelt, loving farewell to his family, friends and fans. fyi, Roger had some eye problems so those are prescription shades. Yeah, Brian has a gorgeous voice. I also recommend 39, a more bouncy, folk space travel song that Brian sang.

[@kathleen109]

I love '39 and wish more people would react to it. And I always recommend all three versions: studio, live with Freddie, and live with Brian.

[@celticpoet21]

@@kathleen109 Yeah, its so awesome! Brian's solos of Love of my life and 39 are my among my favorite parts the Queen+Adam Lambert concert setlist! As Brian transitions into 39, I just love that he does a little storytelling bit and introduces the other band members as the "crew" or astronauts of a space ship. Too fantastic!

[@kathleen109]

And I cry every freaking time. :-)

[@susieq9801]

Diana North - "39" sounds bouncy and folksy but the message is deep. I'm sure you know already. Volunteers go into space to find a new home because earth is dying. When they return they have aged but a year (Brian could explain the space/time continuum) but all of their loved ones, even grandchildren they never knew, are long dead. It ends, "For my life still ahead, pity me". He has to live out his life knowing everything and everyone he loved is gone. Brian's lyrics were often very deep and thoughtful. This one tears me up.

[@celticpoet21]

@@susieq9801 Thanks, yes, your right on both counts: I do know this and the catchy melody does a great job at masking the depth of the message. Indeed an emotional roller coaster, but nevertheless brilliant.

[@TheMarrification]

I would highly recommend 'Mother Love'. It was Freddie's last ever vocal recording. Recorded in May 1991, 6 months before he died. He couldn't even finish the song. He sang the first two verses, and then had to go home as he was too tired to finish the song. He said that he would come back and finish it... he never did. So you hear Brian singing the last verse to finish the song. As a tribute, at the end of the song, they include Freddie's improv crowd chant from their Wembley 1986 concert, and then a split second of every Queen song he recorded back to back, like his life flashing before his eyes. So the song itself literally spans Freddie's death, it's very moving. Could you react to that one? I would recommend a lyric video, or just one with the Made In Heaven album cover on screen if you want to concentrate on the lyrics, as the official music video is more of a mini sci-fi film, and doesn't show Queen at all. It can be distracting from the lyrics. You will need tissues as well.

[@sherylhunter9362]

I cry every time I hear this song. Freddie is a one and only and I still miss him as to this day.

[@susanscott3333]

So sad that you passed away. Hope you meet Freddie now so you can tell him how much you admired him. Now this song will always remind me of Freddie and you. God speed Traent.

[@rachelpowell1232]

This song made me cry not only for the band and Freddie BUT I found this song and video after I lost my Grandfather unexpectedly.

[@pahaynes1]

Brian may, Driven by you is a great song to drive to. It was written for a Ford advert.

[@ikirsikas]

Freddie Mercury had the greatest Male vocals ever. He had a 5 octave range voice. Freddie sings rock, pop, soul. jazz, opera and everything. Freddie is a unique musician of several centuries to us. Queen and Freddie were one loving family. That was their success.

[@aviatrix91]

The first the time I heard this was a month after my little brother’s funeral. BIG. UGLY. TEARS! 😭😭😭 Every lyric applied to him. It’s something I can’t unhear.

[@sandrakelley3210]

I get it I’m in tears every time I hear this song. John quit playing after this song. He did the tribute for Freddie in 1992. They all stopped for a year. They are now touring (except John) with frontman Adam Lambert. Adam isn’t coping Freddie but keeping their songs alive. It’s a blessing for Brian and Roger their very happy to have Adam. They are in Australia right now.

[@justdrew7169]

The first time I listened to this song I teared up a lot. After that every time i listen to it I have goosebumps from the start to the end of the song. Such an amazing tribute!

[@Elnont]

Makes me cry. They all look devastated and the clips of Freddie man... RIP Freddie Mercury.

[@tonyhemphill3445]

this song cuts me every time yes I cry to this every time too

[@alicefarr3927]

Love Brian’s and Rogers voice. Beautiful song. 🥲❤️

[@jamesbudd991]

I don't know if anyone else has said but the song "those were the days of our lives" was Freddie's second to last song, his very last song was actually called "Mother Love"

[@dogoman410]

The song was released in 1997, 6 years after Freddie suddenly passed away It was first released on their 3rd and last (I think) compilation album called "The Greatest Hits III" Edit: this was also the last time John (their bassist) was seen on camera. He retired on the music industry after Freddie's death, according to him and other members, Freddie was his closest friend and he was very sad and depressed on his passing.

[@jiriuher635]

Thank you.Very nice.

[@Bubbleminpop]

This was the last Queen song (1997) ❤❤

[@TheBlackQueen]

Not including the Queen + Paul Rogers album.

[@Mofo7250]

Listened to this song after my best friend passed away. This song sums it up beautifully how hard it is loosing a childhood friend

[@fccrick]

The Last time John Deacon played with the Band

[@FCBayern1978]

No, last time was with Elton John in Paris. Queen: Live with Elton John 1997

[@erinthompson7918]

i love this song, it’s nearly fred’s birthday and it’s so beautiful, i’m crying so much that i’m scrolling through the comments to stop me crying oml

[@theamericaneaglepatriot9673]

This song was recorded in Paris around my time of birth in October 1997

[@sherryheim5504]

It was the only complete song recorded after Freddie's death with no tracks by Freddie. Roger wrote and recorded a song called Old Friends that he wrote for Freddie. It is sad too. Brian, Roger and Freddie were friends since they were in college before Queen. John really took Freddie's death hard. He ended up retiring because he felt that there was no QUEEN without Freddie. John still handles the finances for the band, but he does not want to play anymore. Remember, these men are musicians and the greatest gift they could give to their friend is their music.

[@lukelawson1887]

I don’t know if anybody knows about this but there was a teenage girl that recently passed away her name was Chloe Celvenger and she will be very missed this song fits very perfect

[@Vinnyzzzz]

I saw this song some time ago not knowing i wasn’t ready for it

[@hahatoldyouso]

always gets me

[@denisepallin5316]

John would sometimes sing backing vocals but was self-conscious of his voice. My heart breaks for him; watch him throughout. This was his last performance with Queen… he wouldn’t perform after Freddie passed. Roger and Brian I think used music as an outlet for their grief. Great reaction.

[@melinakristinmercury9586]

I cry like a river everytime I hear this.........John said in -97 «I cant do this no moore» 🥺😢♾

[@adrianhughes8143]

And they say that us Irish are thick, I think they got the wrong nationality and you proved it. This song was done by the remaining members of Queen as a dedication to Freddie Mercury and how they felt personally, losing their friend, brother and inspiration. Yes it is a very moving song that is why us Queen fans don't listen to it as we believe that Freddie is with us, his loyal and loving fans who keep him in there hearts and minds. We keep him alive by listening to his music and his words also getting the next generation to love his music also to become fans of the legend and icon. 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@julesc_bubblegum]

"It sounds like Queen, but it sounds different" ... literally me when I heard this song. It will never be the same without Freddie, but they are carrying on his name and his passion. He's so proud, wherever he may be right now

[@nancyangus8498]

A great and insightful reaction. Brian, great writer and the band held it together just barely. Along with all his talents, Freddie was a beautiful, loving soul. Yes, this brings tears to my eyes so profoundly. Can't write anything more right now.

[@Top2tow]

I cried all the way through. It gets me every time I hear it!!

[@larserikengholm]

im a big man and say that i cryed when i heard this song the first time. freddy is a legend

[@maryellwood3653]

.....and pretty sure that's Freddie's Steinway piano Brian's playing this song on....he pointed it out in another interview in his house.....beautiful tribute..

[@wernerdevilliers4622]

Hits you deep in the guts. Sooo sad, but sooo beautiful..

[@theresasutherland2380]

The bass player was the quiet one so i read that Freddie took him under his wing and gave him a lot of encouragement to write songs and take more of a part . John Deacon wrote some of Queens amazing well known songs.

[@marciabacus4288]

Great tribute song for Freddie.

[@lusmas99]

A beautifully sad song. Gets me every time (just like "The Show Must Go").

[@FreddyKurganNimmo]

lusmas99 - "The Show Must Go On" has always been one of my top 5 favorite Queen songs, but it never made me feel sad or tear-inducing... Until I saw BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY in the theater on opening weekend. I was *REALLY* hoping that they would find a way to include "Who Wants To Live Forever?" & "The Show Must Go On" into the film in some way. I wasn't disappointed, nor even really surprised, when I heard where they placed WWTLF? Kindof obvious, actually. Anyone who can genuinely call themselves a FAN of Queen could *FEEL* it coming a mile away by that point in the film ;-) Now, I've always been the kind of person who keeps his ass firmly glued into his theater seat until after ALL of the credits have finished rolling(the James Bond & Kevin Smith's View Askewniverse franchises got me into this habit LONG before the MCU was even considered possible). And, as "Don't Stop Me Now" faded out, I was thinking 'Okay, we got at least another good 3-or-so-minutes of credits left to go through, so they're probably gonna end with "These Are The Days Of Our Lives", and I'm gonna end-up crying at the end when Freddie says "I still love you" like my dog just died or something'. But then, as the opening notes of TSMGO started playing, the tears began streaming immediately :'-(

[@andreamoffitt2257]

I cry literally every time I hear or see this

[@trudehunnicutt8214]

His spirit flies high, he's my angel.

[@debbiegoodman6945]

The last vocal Freddie sang was Mother Love. He told the band I will be back. Sadly, he was unable and Brian finished the last verse. You have shown a tremendous interest in Freddie's vocal range, Please react to The Freddie Mercury album specifically the solo opera "Exercises in Free Love"". He is magnificent!

[@susieq9801]

Debbie Goodman - Sadly TraENT passed away unexpectedly so no more reviews. :(

[@jamesrobert680]

A powerful video.

[@karanrussell7061]

This video was the last time John played with them. It hurt him really bad when Freddie died, he gave up everything to do with music, and went into his own world.

[@montereyharris1277]

This song is so beautiful and every time I hear it I want to cry.

[@trishstravels6834]

This song is a great tribute to Freddie's Legacy, but it is also so sad to hear it. I only tuned in because you were doing a reaction to it. This really hits one hard if they have seen Queen's videos, concerts or listened to their songs. You begin to appreciate all that they accomplished and it does make you think of what more they could have done, had Freddie lived longer. I did get to see Queen in concert in the 70's and 80's and they were truly great concerts. Freddie is still missed after all these years.

[@Henso618]

I appreciate you watching with me!

[@dimitrasotirakoglou2553]

No Queen fan can hear this song without crying Freddie Mercury is a legend Too bad He is gone so soon

[@tamarakay6684]

I'm balling my eyes out right now