Queen & Tom Chaplin (Keane) - It's A Hard Life (The Prince's Trust Rock Gala 2010)

‪@Queen‬ member ‪@BrianMay‬ and ‪@TomChaplinMusic‬ of‪@TomChaplinMusic‬ with the Prince's Trust all-star band performing live at The Prince's Trust Rock Gala charity event held on the 17th November, 2010 at Royal Albert hall. The all-star band features Midge Ure (Musical Director, Guitar & Backing Vocals), Mark King (Bass Guitar & Backing Vocals), Jamie Cullum (Piano), Mark Brzezicki (Drums), Guy Fletcher (Keyboards & Backing Vocals), Johnny Thirkell (Horn Section Leader & Trumpet), Simon Gardner (Trumpet), Snake Davis (Saxophone), Neil Sidwell (Trombone).
Remember to subscribe to the channel to stay up to date with all new releases. bit.ly/PTMsubscribe
-------------------------------------------
Support our work bit.ly/PTMdonate
Your donation will give a young person the chance to build themselves a brighter future.
We work hard to create brighter futures for young people aged 11 to 30, empowering them to get into jobs, education and training.
Our free programmes give young people the practical and financial support they need to stabilise their lives. We help them develop key skills while boosting their confidence and motivation so they can continue to dream big. bit.ly/PTMprogrammes
Let’s build futures we can all be proud of.
The Prince's Trust is a registered charity incorporated by Royal Charter (RC000772). Registered in England and Wales (1079675) and Scotland (SC041198).
#Queen
#TomChaplin
#ThePrincesTrust
#BBCConcert #bbcradio2 #BrianMay #freddymercury

[@briangdaniels]

Jesus! I'm a massive Queen fan and I've not seen or heard this before. Tom is out of this world. If Freddie was watching, I'm sure he'd be smiling.

[@ManfredElsingBielefeld]

yes , he is good!

[@onlyme219]

Agreed

[@mairead7773]

Absolutely, he's brilliant.

[@oppoandroidf1174]

👏👏👏👏👏👏😍😍😍😍👍👍👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏.....I'm speechless.....Tom sang this was amazing....👏👏👏👏..The Queen also at the very very amazing....👏👏👏👏👍👌👌👍👍😍😍😍

[@carlocolombo3523]

From Italy ! Brividi e . . Un sollievo di lacrime a invadere gli occhi!

[@petergatsinos3260]

This guy is incredible, Freddie Mercury would be so proud….

[@user-sv3zl6yd3x]

Це божественно.

[@svetlanakr942]

I'm not sure)))

[@itailu]

he would be for sure

[@duckipnguyen7473]

j

[@BBB-hr9je]

that's our tom ❤

[@user-fd2xi9dx9u]

Without sounding like Freddy or Copying him. Tom Chaplin is an astounding stand alone artist. The uniqueness, execution and technique. I'm floored

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@user-fd2xi9dx9u]

@@markriva4259 I can see that

[@MrHamilton2801]

That`s true!

[@imadmob]

They need to get together for a full concert !! Who agrees with that 😊?

[@guillev7395]

🙋🏻

[@guillev7395]

I loved the way he did it.

[@miakulick]

I d loooooove that!!😃😃😃🥰🥰🥰

[@MusicDuess]

They should tour with this guy.

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@jamesrobert680]

Chaplin doesn’t even try to emulate Mercury but does a sterling job.

[@grahamcooper8371]

Tom toured with the BBC orchestra doing Queen covers was Brilliant

[@debbiegarnsey6900]

Tom's vocals are out of this world!

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@wizeguygaming1]

Freddie would be proud

[@Andres-mp7jn]

The beautiful voice of Tom Chaplin is perfect for queen band,congratulations

[@georgerocklover3084]

George Michael

[@fernandes5986]

Better than Adam Lambert in my opinion.

[@dopiaza2006]

@@georgerocklover3084 Er, he dead.

[@DrMark1981]

@@fernandes5986I’m better than Adam Lambert. 😂

[@ingoklammer2682]

​​@@fernandes5986yes 1000 times better, when i hear Adam i feel nothing sorry🙄

[@R0cknR0llLand]

I think that’s the new voice. And Freddie would approve. Sorry but Adam can’t stand up against that voice and talent. Tom is doing it too f*ing perfect

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@frmelo]

I think this is the best interpretation of this song after Freddie. Amazing!

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@gw3258]

Tom Chaplin brings his own sheer magic to this great Queen song.

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@THEBOTTS100]

Tom credits Freddie and Queen as a major musical influence, his tone is very similar to Freddie’s and he’s admired and covered a few Queen songs in the past, Under Pressure being one of my favourites. He always does his best to do Queen songs justice

[@ekmanadventure]

this is one of the rarest Queen- covers ever performed by a singer. And so incredibly good!!

[@theTruthLifeNWay]

He has the spirit of Freddie in his voice right here

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@daniell8655]

I saw Keane live twice back in Chicago for their first and second album. Tom’s voice is amazing live and pitch perfect. After watching this song I’ve become obsessed with this underrated Queen song.

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@xaquison]

This video should have millions and millions of views. Just incredible! The Chosen One ☝️

[@lucasollazzi9181]

Great performance. Tom really respectful of the studio version of the song.

[@user-xv2kk5fe5b]

Tom absolutely nails this. Wow.

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@joethelion6016]

Good grief, I’ve never even seen this. Absolutely fantastic. Are my eyes and ears deceiving me? Bravo Mr Chaplin ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@caesblize3963]

He sounds like Freddy. Great job by Chapin.

[@AgentAO7]

Tom understood the assignment! F*ck*n Amazing Voice. Nobody can duplicate or replace Freddie. But all I can say is, Tom is Tom! He did that song justice. Love Queen & Keane forever! ❤

[@simonmitchell]

Just came across this and couldn't believe how much he is able to sing like Freddy. What a performance

[@lisandroarrondo2830]

Damn, he really nailed it...nice to see an excellent performance after all these years

[@dncviorel]

this happened like...14 years ago? 🤗

[@lisandroarrondo2830]

@@dncviorel sorry I didn't know

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@nicolarobinson234]

Tom Chaplin has an incredible live voice, I was lucky enough to see him on tour singing Queen songs and with Keane, amazing.

[@nguyensolomon2762]

Hello Nicola, how are you doing

[@mariaizabel1517]

🇧🇷 EIS AÍ T❤M CHAPLIN SOBERANO!!!!AMO AMO

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@quetaqueta5576]

I never get tired of watching this performance. Tom Chaplin is perfect! He is an excellent singer! Not only does he have a wonderful voice, but he also performed the song perfectly. However, it's funny to watch the English being so English; all of them sitting quietly in their chairs. If this show were in Brazil, people would stand up and dance, letting out their emotions and ecstasy, and applaud the singer and the band with immense enthusiasm, shouting 'bravo, bravo, bravo!'

[@SamDeeksRelovedGuitars]

Me too. I just keep coming back. It's sublime. I want this played at my brief and otherwise completely irreverent funeral :)

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@aaronkoeppe9057]

"Do what you want with my music just don't make it boring darling." -Freddie Mercury Tom you did not disappoint!!

[@alisonjordan2197]

I just love Tom's face when he is playing air guitar during Brian's guitar solo!

[@LeroyBrown84]

Like a child in a candy shop 🍬🍭👑🎸

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@joethelion6016]

Most relaxed and smiley I’ve seen Tom Chaplin on stage ……. ever

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@jlestua]

For God's sake, this is superb! Long live the Queen!

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@jayceeisland20]

Tom's voice is amazing.

[@user-iy2lh9ys6e]

Tom Chaplin, you are georgios!!!! This song... I am imaging you , Freddie and this great musicians together, on the scene! Be will be great!

[@virtualspets5788]

La mejor versión que he escuchado hasta ahora. Freddie estaria aplaudiendo de pie. Una de las canciones mas hermosas de Freddie, se nota que la escribió con el corazón, reflejando lo que sentía en ese momento.

[@cindyblankfield1961]

Tom did a phenomenal job job singing this song--just love him !!!

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@jesusginard]

You can see how Tom is a great Queen fan. The performance was flawless.

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@giovi1999]

Tom Chaplin can sing everything.

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@user-rs6gl5lx6f]

Tom has a great voice. 👍👍👍

[@rafaelperes4353]

as a huge Tom and Keane admirer, I could say, imo, that it's his most majestic performance

[@Asheanae]

WOW! I think this is one Queens more underrated hits; a powerful and melancholy song and this guy smashes it!

[@Scrunk194]

it's the lead singer of Keane (Somewhere only we know). He's an amazing singer!

[@melaniesingh7208]

He’s a good singer but not a patch on Freddie. This is one of my absolute favorites and he had nothing of Freddie’s flamboyant performance. Sorry. Just my humble opinion. Freddie was unique.

[@Asheanae]

@@melaniesingh7208 duh... 🙄 🙄 🙄 I said he did a good rendition, not that he was better than Freddie... that would be impossible!

[@melaniesingh7208]

@Asheanae Big fan of Freddie’s and obviously over protective. Lol

[@amarilegaivusissaltinis684]

🙏🎵🎶✨🪽

[@diegocrusius]

what a lovely surprise to find this

[@jonathanvanderzeijden2399]

Brian May clapping for your singing performance must be a wonderful feeling. Tom Chaplin is that good

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@BDog54]

Not enough people are praising how damn close Tom's voice is to Freddie's. It's ridiculously similar. He gets the inflections so right, if they were able to do an AI of Freddie singing with Tom's voice, I'd barely be able to tell the difference ❤

[@fredkelly4365]

It's perfect. Just like Freddie

[@amarilegaivusissaltinis684]

🎵🎶🎵✨✨✨🙏

[@michaeltough2449]

I've always thought they are very similar in tone and power. First few bars of this are just amazing. Managed to see Keane live once and Tom was a great performer. Pretty sure he was a chorister when he was younger.

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@jamaliaharshad1554]

His performance was mind blowing! 🤯✨

[@mrmiyagi8216]

Brilliant Tom! Best rendition of a Queen song I’ve ever seen.

[@joethelion6016]

This is second, only beaten by George Michael’s ‘Somebody to Love’ at Freddie’s tribute.

[@raulvilchez3784]

Es verdad que es imposible reemplazar a fredy mercuri pero este artista tiene su estilo y lo hace muy bien y de la banda original que se puede decir más que son magistrales.

[@SamDeeksRelovedGuitars]

@@joethelion6016 I think they're on a par with each other for different reasons... Tom's vocal strength and accuracy on this was out of this world and you could fool 9 out of 10 people that this WAS Freddie.

[@joethelion6016]

Nobody can sing this song with the emotion of the composer. However ...... technically this performance is absolutely SPOT ON. I have more affinity with George Michael because I was at Wembley Live Aid 1985 and watched him *and* Queen perform that day. It's very nostalgic for me, Freddie loved George's voice.

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@LG-kl3co]

Brian May must feel very privileged to be on stage with such a good singer as Tom Chaplin !

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@juststardust8103]

I have no words to express how wonderful it is.

[@jammyone100]

OMG !!! what a superb rendition by Tom Chaplin, absolutely smashed a truly difficult song to sing! Freddie would be proud of that, I'm sure, amazing...👏👏👏👏

[@henningreh2897]

This man should be the frontman of queen now ! The voice is outstanding ❤!

[@chris1983charmer]

Better than Adam lambert

[@megakombat8149]

But he was addicted to illegal things and ended up not performing until 2019, but I agree that it's great

[@miakulick]

@@megakombat8149 true he was an addict, and had gone into rehab more than once, hitting his lower point in 2015, but there are some versions of songs in 2016, when he was doing way better, and he stills sounds great. Plus the things he recorded during lockdown are great too. I mean, the guy by that time would not have been able to tolerate the pressure of touring with Brian and Roger due to his intermitent addiction, but the thing is that even when he was using drugs occassionally, his voice was still great. And when he recovered, he still sounded great. And if Keane took time from each other from 2014 to 2018 approx, when they started recording Cause and Effect, was not only because of Tom, but also because of other issues. Basically, between 2010 and 2019 Tom did sing, apart from that long hiatus in 2015.

[@shamarduque]

​@@chris1983charmerYeeep!! Tom is better 😭😍

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@underneonloneliness2]

One of those performances that you have on repeat throughout the years.

[@racsomay]

Perfect performance of Tom Chaplin. Freddie must be pleased.

[@Mikhuilangelo]

Beautiful voice

[@helenkemp1956]

Tom Chaplin ❤ Outstanding.

[@nguyensolomon2762]

Hi Helen, how are you

[@underneonloneliness2]

Tom Chaplin is the closest to Freddy you’re gonna get.

[@guillev7395]

Same here. He did it great.

[@courtneyboulds]

I would put Marc Martel in that category as well.

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@fiorellamonarty7249]

Beautiful song ❤❤❤beautiful voice tom

[@richardpeki9973]

One of the most underated Queen songs but it will be a love classic

[@wallding1]

What a vocal range Tom. Absolutely loved it!

[@timothyparsons8327]

Boy, he’s amazing…such passion. Freddie is hard to emulate but hats off to tom

[@shamarduque]

OMG..... This guy is amazing Tom is perfect for Queen Band!❤

[@aldamiramartins1833]

No vídeo dessa música tem uns símbolo estranho 😮.

[@andradejurk]

This is great! I was in Rock in Rio Queen live Concert in 1985. This song remembers me that time! Great voice! Amazing. Regards from Brazil.

[@mymymymickey]

His vocals are the GOAT!

[@markriva4259]

Tom Chaplin from Keane channels Freddie and McCartney with ease, yet transcends them time and time again.

[@guidoheuts]

This is absolutely THE Best tribute to this in 1984 released track, written by Freddie himself. Kuddos to mr. Chaplin.

[@bartoszpecak9149]

Queen is the best & Tom Chaplin has an amazing voice for this song. Master performance🌟

[@pawelsorek9377]

fits perfectly like George in Somebody to love

[@thomasoconnor2902]

First time seeing this not a song u see covered much by God its brilliant coming from a massive Queen fan tom u did the king proud 👏❤

[@itailu]

this song is so underrated. wonderful version by Tom.

[@ooheaven1459]

Nobody could replace Freddie but this is by far the best performance by Queen I have seen or heard since his death. It is a shame Tom has not appeared with them more. His vocals and stage presence are about as good as it gets.

[@tambayanngbayan9833]

tom chaplin is great

[@3VAU]

My God, should a beautifull combination… He brought tenderness to this wonderful anthem ❤

[@jonathanteasdale4412]

Toms a master in his profession, totally awesome. He proper nails this!!!!🤘🏻

[@JeneferGesta-kj5sx]

Wow nice voice long live.. Tom is fit for the Queen Band love it...❤

[@carlopolanco2990]

Son mis dos grupos favoritos Queen fusionado con la voz de Tom, no me canso de escucharlo 👏👏👏

[@Alan-Dawson]

My favourite male singer. I'm not surprised he nailed this tbh. He's one on the most underrated singers of all time...I saw him last November at the Sage In Newcastle with his solo album, His voice is just angelic.

[@javisponsor2537]

The most talented Guy I've ever seen after freddie. Is really fantastic🎉🎉

[@ziggypop8106]

How awful life would be without music ❤💕❤

[@vitaly244]

He makes me sweat. This guy has unique voice. Bravo!!!

[@3ni20]

Wow I didn't knew Tom Chaplin had sung with Queen, this is perfection 😍 my two favourite bands in one 😍 Also, Tom voice is so similar to Freddie's, simply amazing ❤

[@ian00001]

I remember watching and being amazed how much like Freddie he sounded

[@user-se1vh7mh6t]

Best cover i heard, maybe somebody to love my George Michael.... But no, this better

[@andystm]

Freddie lives in you Tom

[@isabelfrancisco5895]

I only saw and heard this performance by Brian May and Roger Taylor today!!! I can only say that it is extraordinary!!!❤ The song performed by Tom Chaplin is marvellous!❤ This show demonstrates the appreciation that the younger generation has for Queen!!! Queen will live forever in the hearts of those who love them and listen to them and watch them!!!👑❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lz6025]

Beautiful song sung by Tom 😊

[@bigradwolf5001]

I would take this song over Another One Bites The Dust and We Will Rock You anytime of the day.

[@magic2506]

Tom really cuts it! Excellent

[@marcosc_T.B.]

Great voice of Tom Chaplin. 👏🎩

[@andrewevansmusic3222]

The other member of Queen on stage (Roger Taylor) might appreciate a credit too?!

[@oliverstrebel6444]

Freddy and Tom...brothers in spirit!!!! Indescribable performance from everyone involved in this concert. In this way, Freddy's unfinished life's work is properly honored!!!

[@Ian-ee8fs]

My god why didn't they take Tom on instead of Adam Lambert. He's so much better

[@dt6302]

Probably since he is part of another band 😅 (KEANE)

[@ittiitti8574]

Tal vez sea x que Tom no es gay , qué otra cosa podría ser si Tom es espectacular cantando ❤❤❤

[@jometcalf1357]

Wow!!! Tom well done!! Loved recordings from Keane he has such a soft lyrical voice then he can hit the high's well....

[@locogabriel6616]

La voz de Tom Chaplin es de otro planeta ......FREDDY donde este esta feliz de escucharlo ¡¡¡

[@123jrh1]

goosepimples all over , tom amazing , closed my eyes and listened thought it was the great freddie

[@thewalrus1968]

Tom Chaplin is just amazing

[@carstenblanck7934]

Wow, what a stunning performance! This beautiful song just became so alive again. Tom absolutely nailed it!

[@grahamhardy1358]

Tom is of Keane fame but I never would have put him with Queen, but what a combination

[@MizzesB]

Oh Dear and then I closed my eyes,,,,,and I could hear and see Freddie. Brilliant Mr. Chaplin....incredible !!!! 💚💚💚💚

[@CPPublications]

So smooth, very impressive. Sounds like Freddie

[@emmawaite1646]

Sensational. No one can replace Freddie but he would be so proud of. Tom

[@dark_pilgrim]

Wow, Tom is incredible!🔥

[@erbiteltxus]

The best interpretation without Freddie for this song, no doubt.

[@fabriziodiliberto5401]

The most beautiful power ballade of all times

[@quetaqueta5576]

I've seen this video “n” times, but I'm always blown away by Tom Chaplin's voice and performance. He is so wonderful! Que voz belíssima!!! He really shines on stage! Bravo, Tom Chaplin! 👏👏👏 By the way, I do hope that Keane comes to play in Brazil (São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro) in 2024🤞❤