Rapper FIRST time REACTION to John Farnham - You're the Voice! I did not expect that...

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Rapper FIRST time REACTION to John Farnham - You're the Voice! I did not expect that...
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[@DoubleDummy]

All the Aussies in the house represent. Music Royalty is here!

[@Smoshy16]

And a Kiwi

[@westy4973]

​ @Smoshy16 of course kiwis love him like we do. We love kiwi music like it's ours, often claim it also. Close enough 😉

[@mishonaccomplishedd]

He sure is

[@Jayjayuk12345]

Born in the UK though

[@michaelparsons5299]

@@Smoshy16 Love the Kiwis. Our lovely cousins!

[@jenniferburns6226]

Middle aged Australian here. John Farnham has been a fixture on our Australian music scene for almost my entire life! Farnham is indeed one of the greatest and most beloved vocal/music legends in our country who's just an all round, totally down to earth really nice guy.

[@hardpanp6845]

The legend is Australia's John Farnham,one of the greatest voices we have and unreal bloke .I think the song got number 1 in Germany and Sweden and of course Australia.

[@WraithChick22]

I've been lucky enough to see Farnsey live 3 times! ❤

[@jade7249]

You certainly said that right. We were the lucky ones to live thru the 60s onwards always loved John right thru his career I hope other generations will listen to his voice and the range it has and love him long after our generation has gone

[@robram14]

Like John Farnham? Have a listen to his version of The Beetles 'Help' 😊

[@TubularBelle60]

Listen to “HELP” and “ONE”. The most beautiful voice.

[@PhantomGhostWriter47]

One rule if you ever react to anything John Farnham. Always the "live" version. John is an entertainer, and if you watch his live performances, you'll understand why he connects with his audiences. (especially if it's with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra)

[@vesnakocoski4486]

Agree 💯

[@treadingtheboards2875]

The only way to appreciate any John Farnham song is live.

[@debraboardman2597]

Ditto that, the Melbourne performance was, goosebump material.

[@lesleycollis7520]

RIGHT ON

[@SprintKing76]

This man gets it 👍🏻

[@jolindsay-eschbank2644]

John is a fricken iconic legend here in Australia. The song THE.VOICE is like a nation al anthem. If you don't know it, you ain't an aussie.

[@LeanneSmith-y1n]

Perfect. Yep from Sadie to this. Absolute Aussie legend

[@marinacarr79]

John is always big for us. Massive in the 80's

[@allisonanderson5224]

Or kiwi 😂❤❤❤we definitely love him too❤❤❤

[@rinafitzpatrick3865]

The war scene are from the Vietnam war. Also the bagpipes most of our military bands have bagpipes. John the legend, sad he just went through throat cancer.

[@bugsym6103]

He's revered here in OZ. That voice is incredible plus he is one of the nicest people you could meet.

[@katrinav2120]

“Help!” by John Farnham and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. Will blow your mind!

[@lindsaymac01]

Heartily seconded.👍👍👍

[@Jus7aguy]

Some of his concerts (I think the One he did at Expo in 88 for Example?) They do the Beatles version first, then back it right up into his slower more soulful version. The juxtaposition really drives it home.

[@Jojomac-ix7oi]

​@Jus7aguy maybe that one, but definitely the Chain Reaction concert he did both versions...

[@laurahabbershaw2029]

Yes, definitely!!!… also, the duet with Olivia Newton John, “Please Don’t Ask Me”… sooooo good!!!

[@BondiNinja]

Sure will. Great clip too.

[@DianeFrey-e7f]

Welcome to Australian music, be brave and go down the rabbit hole. John is royalty rock in Australia. Glad you liked it.

[@Grumpyoldcoote]

The king of Australian rock is Johnny O'Keeffe

[@RayJohnson1980]

@@Grumpyoldcoote no that title has to go to barnesy

[@Grumpyoldcoote]

@@RayJohnson1980 barnsey is English born Johnny O'Keeffe was born in Australia check his song called shout

[@carolvenema5962]

🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺 he’s a legend in Australia 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@Klunge]

​@@Grumpyoldcootenot sure many Scots would agree with you 😊

[@kirsty4503]

He’s recovering from cancer. Such a legend!!!

[@annaassk7138]

Yes he isAust.&Aust.full of the British.He originated fromAdelaide.AsJimmyBarnes as BonScott lived. All 10 pound poms i believe started same city tho BonScot 1st.Perth man, rockroll city b4 they all left hitting the road for the big times that came. J.F The loveliest man, a natural so real such a happy man pleasure awe struck, spent day bc of doing a commercial of a opening of .........yes sadly he recovereing in remission,from serious cancer. He was heavy smoker,as many of us are guess,was aKent brand smoker.Glad hes still alive, he recent seen bc one his sons got married!?!,his first public out,bc he again i say loveliest man. In recent doco apparently no one wanted do that song but he loved it stuck to it and his best mate become manager sadly pass too soon, supported backed him when no one thought the song be a hit, lately that song been pickup few time heard it done by others,reseurfaced become favourite for many, by other countries,in movie too !?! Think was sung on Brit got talent, he is the original singer of that song. How he became 1st hit in very young days,was became a hit "Saddie the cleaning lady" but he is has always been a star,to for the ppl of Aust. I never met another like him, not no ego just talent gentleman class. Blessings to him sure he may not be out there,as it was serious mouth cancer,but sure he works in studios helping others,to keep making music,it is his life music, and his wife&boys.

[@HGCUPCAKES]

Lots of Australians are battling cancer, and they didn’t smoke. What’s your point?

[@annaassk7138]

Whats up with this no cant edit. Well hes simply the best i met.

[@marielle3548]

@@HGCUPCAKES oh go away!!!

[@nettypets]

With his loving family support. John is 100% top Australian singer.

[@donnaleek4408]

John Farnham is the greatest singer to ever come out of Australia absolutely love him❤

[@garyvee6023]

Hmmmm..., don't forget Olivia Newton John or Kylie Minogue. 🥰

[@petert3355]

​@@garyvee6023 ACDC, Midnight Oil, Cold Chisel, Paul Kelly, INXS, there are a bloody lot of great Aussie singers.

[@Bellbird-y9g]

To come out of where? Hmm? He's a Brit who migrated, remember :)

[@petert3355]

@Bellbird-y9g Does not mean we ain't gonna claim/steal him. Pavlova anyone?

[@donnaleek4408]

@@Bellbird-y9g yes he's English came to Australia when he was 10. He's aussie as he'll tell you he's pomaussie lol

[@lynnegrant1245]

Huge John Farnham fan…. Been to many of his live concerts. He brilliantly interacts with his audience and a foot note… his mother- in- law jokes legendary. He is the voice

[@Puzz...693]

Help ... John Farnham live with the Melbourne symphony orchestra ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@alimac1469]

❤ X millions

[@helendunbar1845]

❤🤘 Best version of that song IMHO

[@fliugica]

Go big or go home!

[@Stu-Bo]

❤❤❤❤❤❤ 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Puzz...693]

@@Stu-Bo absolutely 💯 ❤️

[@lisaeason6874]

"Something is wrong with my baby" Jimmy Barnes and John Farnham black and white version . It is 🔥🔥🔥

[@lillibitjohnson7293]

Naa the live hey hey it’s Saturday version is the superior version

[@clarissarwilliams_]

@@lillibitjohnson7293 Absolutely!!! This one, every time. Live is the only option for Farnsey and Barnsey - they were born for live singing

[@petek7906]

​@@lillibitjohnson7293I second this

[@ann-mariemeurs952]

Diesel is in that song too playing the guitar and background vocals

[@Raida7]

@@ann-mariemeurs952 yes! the ending of the three altogether is what pushes it to my favourite version

[@janflewelling6277]

A song nearly 40 years old is as fresh and relevant today as then. And I LOVE those bagpipes too.

[@youngbess1]

John performed this song live in Timor Leste after the Indonesian army when in and murdered hundreds of people. The Australian peace keeping force went in and defended these beautiful people and John and other Australian performers gave a free concert for the troops and people to life their spirits when they finally won independence. Watch the live footage of John on stage in Timor Leste, it’s totally amazing.

[@janflewelling6277]

@@youngbess1 That's a piece of history I've never heard about. I need to do some reading.

[@melissachannell9038]

Farnsy is an Aussie legend. His song have profound meanings, "When the War is over", "Take the pressure down", and beautiful ballads "Burn for you". One of my top three fav artists.

[@5usiewongs489]

Farnsey has the “power stance”, where you know he’s gonna hit a massive note when he literally doubles down. He is a legend ✨✨✨✨ Aussie Aussie Aussie- Oi Oi Oi!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@c8Lorraine1]

Yes ! John is an Aussie icon. His career spans 6 decades

[@jenmap74]

November 1986, his solo single "You're the Voice" peaked at No. 1 on the Australian singles charts.[4][5] The associated album, Whispering Jack, held the No. 1 position for a total of 25 weeks.

[@c8Lorraine1]

Whispering Jack first CD printed in Australian lab.

[@bella-xp7qd]

This dude can sing YOU have NO IDEA. Any reactions to John Farnham, Jimmy Barnes, Cold Chisel should be live as their performances are a show in themselves. John can sing any genre from pop to opera. He has a terrific sense of humor. He could have been a comedian. 😂❤😂 His backup singers and most of his band has been with him for 20 plus years.

[@RayJohnson1980]

lets not talk about the bull sisters either and the collabs

[@extreamaussieguy2968]

Dont forget INXS

[@YobboBear]

And Mahalia Barnes!

[@aliceinamazon6057]

Jimmy Barnes just yells. John Farnham is the voice!

[@bella-xp7qd]

@@aliceinamazon6057 Jimmy can also sing. You must not have heard his eclectic catalog.

[@maureenamos7868]

Hi from Australia. I'm a 70yo woman, who, like everyone here adores John Farnham. He was made Pop King in Australia when he started making hits at the age of 18yo. He went quiet for about 10 years, then his friend Glen Wheately, a performer, then record producer (see Little River Band) came up with songs for a new album. That was the biggest coming of any singer here. The songs were amazing because they could only be sung by Johnny Farnham. They needed power. You really had to hear the voice to believe it!! To hear him sing, up to recently was breathtaking. Recently, Johnny has been absent due to cancer in his jaw, and everyone here is sad and praying for him. He's our treasure. He's given us everything he has. Do yourself a favour and find him on KZbin. They've made a doco about his life. The first hit was Sadie The Cleaning Lady. We love him so much!! ❤️

[@StephenProhm-ej6in]

Thank you Maureen for a brilliant summary for our John. The voice may have gone but the memories linger.

[@juliettetobiano7631]

🙏🏼 Our John Farnham sure has had an epic journey from ‘Sadie the Cleaning Lady’. He cane out here from England when he was a young Lad. He has given so much of himself to the Australian Music Industry. We are truly blessed. He is an Icon and we are so proud of him 🤴

[@apolloniatyds1402]

Sadie the cleaning lady was the first record I made dad buy me , I’m in my mid 50’s n still have it stored in one of those large wooden gloss finish record players with the huge top lid that comes up n down about 1 1/2 mtrs long n half mtr wide n about 70 cm high, that’s stored in the back yard bungalow, I just know my bro n I will be fighting over it one day😂🥂🙏🇦🇺🐨

[@christine6007-n7c]

He was just as good live too

[@Michelle-s4z]

@maureenamos7868 I'm old enough to remember Sadie hitting the charts. He's been in the public eye for 90% of my life.

[@helenschofield-f8q]

Had the privilege of singing this with 95 other Aussies to a large audience in Portland, Oregon a month after 9/11. They stood in tears & applauded. It was an international event that other countries didn’t manage to attend but we Aussies were determined to be there at a very sad time for America and the world. John Farnham is a legend not only in Australia.

[@shanetasker6031]

That would have been amazing to be there, obviously touched all those people.

[@stephaniehawkins5211]

This song came out in 1986. John Farnham still performs today and his voice hasn't changed as is still brilliant. His is a son of Australia and in 1987 he won Australian of the year award. Also John sings live concerts that attract thousands, he performs live as no other person can. A lot of Australias heritage has Scottish backround.

[@tiaelina1090]

I am so thrilled that you are jumping down the “Farnsy” rabbit hole. John is an Australian legend and we adore him. He has been in the business since the late 1960’s. Always best to see his live performances. “Help”, “A touch of Paradise”, “Angels”, to name a few. I saw him in concert in 2019, John was 70 and still as powerful as ever and hitting those high notes. Thank you for reacting to John, brilliant💕

[@calamityh.6684]

Born in England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@tiaelina1090]

@@calamityh.6684 yes I am aware

[@TheBrownlj]

So what​@@calamityh.6684

[@Macmumoz]

​@@calamityh.6684 yeah but England didn't want him. If you adopt a child, they're still your child.

[@lynneperry7454]

@@calamityh.6684 identifies as Aussie

[@GavinSaintClair]

John Farnham is one of the best, BEST singers in the world 🌏

[@msduckie2384]

🎯🎯🎯🎯💯💯💯💯👍👍👍👍🇦🇺

[@Mikesbunny1423]

💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@bridgett039]

I don’t think there’s ever been another male singer come close to him! His range, power, tone… everything is perfect and beyond what most could ever even dream of

[@carpelibrarium8522]

John Farnham is just as genuinely wholesome as Steve Irwin was. Hearts the size of a continent, both of them.

[@belindamahoney4539]

G'day from Australia this amazing voice John Farnham is from Australia he has many many great songs unfortunately he became very ill in the last few years. John is doing ok but hasn't been able to sing. So many Aussies reached out gave him support and love yes we miss hearing John's beautiful amazing voice.

[@KT-ki2nv]

John is the voice. Been around for decades. I remember when he was a young lad singing an old time classic Sadie the Cleaning Lady. He’s immortalised downunder as a solo artist and for a while was the lead singer in the Little River Band from 1982.

[@carolynh8866]

John is a legend in Australia. Most of his songs have great messages of unity, solidarity and fighting for the underdog. He is known as the Voice in Aus. Not just because his voice is instantly recognisable, but he has a powerful, pitch perfect voice with a huge range. He is an absolute icon here and is THE most.loved entertainer in Aussie history. He started with a number one hit as a teenager in 1967 which was the biggest hit ofnthe 60's decade...and he has has number one hits in every decade since then. Not just a musician and singer but also a bit of a commedian, an actor, mentor to other artists, humanitarian, philanthropist yet still just as humble as your average boy next door Ps. John Farnham alsk does the est ever cover of ACDC's It's a Long Way to the Top Pps. John is British Born Australian. He has also received the highest honours of Australian of the Year and also athe Order Of Australia medal...on top of decades of music industry awards and a chart busting award winning documentary about his life recently released.

[@kane29842]

The bagpipes are in this song because John is a massive, massive fan of AC/DC, and he covers 'Long Way To The Top'. In fact, in at least one live performance of this song, the bagpipes enter with the AC/DC solo before breaking into this solo. Rambo is Brett Garsed, played with John for a long, long time.

[@malcolmrayner3480]

They are in this as the main writer of this song is Scottish Born.

[@kane29842]

@@malcolmrayner3480 yeah. No. They’re in because John wanted them in. They weren’t in the original demo, the writers were all English born and you don’t actually know what you’re taking about, and every word you said was wrong.

[@daniellej9343]

Good call on this, never put the connection in with the bag pipes. :)

[@erinevans9113]

One of the BEST vocalists ever

[@maureenocallaghan6528]

We Don’t call him an ICON HE is an ICON! He got so sick of singing a song in a more folk-pop song because everyone wanted to hear it. He didn’t sing it for Years. Look through his catalog of music. This man has been a legend and still is in his own life time. Glad you appreciate him black pegasus

[@mamalisa5244]

I don’t know why he wasn’t bigger in America… I can’t express the love I have for him and his songs are the soundtrack to my life 🩵

[@BrianHale-kl7zd]

Johnny Farnham is an absolute Icon of Aussie Music.

[@carokat1111]

Definitely a much loved and respected Aussie legend.

[@pete4527]

Also known as 'Whispering Jack', John is an absolute legend in Australia!

[@roblinnell8382]

Both John Farnham and AC/DC are Australian icons. Bon Scot, like Jimmy Barnes was born in Scotland but came here when they were young. The Voice came out in 1986. By concenrating on your hip hop you all have missed out on the best Popular and Rock And roll music ever, from all over the world. We have been listening to these songs for over 40 years! Glad you're catching up, love hearing the best of the best.

[@djefsund]

John Farnham had the best "microphone stand technique" ever. It was like rhythmic gymnastics

[@Cyannah117]

First off…John is an Aussie icon…he has has been on our charts through the decades from the ‘60’s to the 90’s. Absolutely one rule for reacting to our John….live, always live!!!! The recordings are okay but his live shows are where the magic is. The concert John did with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is pretty much his penultimate concert and any track whatsoever from that concert is phenomenal…with “Help” and “You’re The Voice” being the two showstoppers. John is a people person and connects to his audiences, therefore, if the audience reacts, John will react back and make every single live performance epic…without any really conscious decision on his part..it’s just natural. ❤ Although I’d been a “Johnny” fan all my life (he has been an Aussie artist since the ‘60’s), when this song came out in 1986 when I was 15, I was 100% sure it would be a song that resounded through the years and would never be forgotten…now, 38 years later I still believe the same!!! ❤ This is not just a song about standing up against war but also about standing up against domestic violence, against stereotyping and demeaning individuals for their lifestyle choices (i.e. sexuality, how they live their personal lives etc,), but also about unity….

[@shelleythistleton4935]

Yes, THIS! ❤

[@westy4973]

You got it brother. Us Aussies fkn love us some Farnesy. But you need him live, he's even better. The beatles song Help with the MSO, his version kills the beatles, Angels, his duet with Olivia newton John 'please don't ask me', black dog (warm up vocal just audio), but you must see his very young version of Bridge over troubled waters. That's just for starters. Farnesy might be an angel in human form, best singer ever imo

[@RayJohnson1980]

little river band also need to check out with john

[@flamestergirl]

John started his career in the late 60's as a teenager in Melbourne, Australia. Many other international artists have said that John is one of the best vocalists in the world. He did for a short time venture into the waters of America but he is huge on family and decided to forgo fame and fortune and put his family first. He is a beautiful person, very humble has performed with many of the greats around the world. He is Australia's golden son and we love him dearly. John was still performing up until a few years ago ( roughly 72 years of age and still killing the vocals) then was diagnosed with mouth cancer has made a recovery but hasn't sang again.

[@rubyslippers8215]

TY for the in-depth info. I'm embarrassed to say I'd never heard of John Farnham - but admittedly, my musical knowledge is not that great. I learn along with BP! John's voice is as powerful as is his message. Wonderful...🙏out to him...mouth cancer for a singer...🙏

[@tammiehenry7810]

😢💔

[@tammiehenry7810]

I've only this tune a few times in my life time. Too me this has more to do with ART. It's beautifully played.❤!

[@CTX700girl]

I was wondering how he was doing. Glad to hear he’s feeling better and hopefully continues to do well. ❤

[@fluffgirl1000]

we nearly lost john last year..but he is ok now from england and migrated to australia

[@SusanSaltmarsh]

Love Johnny Farnham. Cancer of the throat....my god, he could SING. I listened to him from a teenager and im 70 years old now. Thanks for playing him. Watch the same song as he played in Germany. It was crazy good!!!!!

[@mmitchell9876]

He's from Australia but you haven't heard anything until you hear his version of Help buy the Beatles. EPIC!

[@joannemurdock7899]

Even the Beatles were blown away and ❤ his versions

[@johnmartens9144]

Black dog was more powerful by him.

[@napalmnacey]

SO GOOD.

[@TheSandy011]

1000% agree with this - its an amazing thing to watch

[@MrDarkwing78]

He's heard it now!

[@55Porter]

Best live singer you'll ever hear in your life.

[@JFLY78]

He's good...not that good.

[@angrosvenor2967]

John and Steve Perry

[@usernametaken6659]

@@JFLY78 Actually, he is that good.

[@jeffwilson7100]

Should see it live. John Farnham should always be viewed live.

[@marekarens3284]

Live version! With Melbourne Symphony!

[@gigisplayground4657]

YES!! That whole concert was EPIC!!! And I think the chain reaction concert was amazing too - the one where he’s wearing the black long sleeve shirt? The MSO was the white shirt.

[@kevinfrancis1583]

Yes! Need a reaction to this. Classic is an understatement!

[@nathanhiggins8091]

He is an entertainer with a great voice. You have to see a video of him singing LIVE.

[@sean_b_drummer]

A lot of people will tell you to hit his cover of, Help! by The Beatles LIVE with the Melbourne Orchestra; and I wholeheartedly agree. BUT, you should check The Beatles version first so you get the full impact of what he did with it. 🔥🔥

[@lynneperry7454]

Good idea!

[@Joshualuv13]

His one of ours ! 🎉Incredible singer .. One of the best voices of all time.Shout out from Australia ❤

[@RayJohnson1980]

oi oi oi

[@JimmyJ4321]

ALWAYS listen to John Farnham LIVE! His voice is phenomenal and his stage presence is something to behold ❤❤❤❤

[@bridgett039]

John Farnham (you’re pronouncing it perfectly) is an Aussie national treasure and he is the best male vocalist ever. He is incredibly talented and this song is and his voice, is still so needed today. He sounds even better live. Every Australian knows every word of this song and I wish it would become the world’s anthem today. I think he was actually born in Scotland, or his parents were, but he’s as Aussie as you get. 80’s icon and the most beloved musician. He has a lot of absolute bangers and is genuinely one of the nicest and down to earth people. He rocked the mullet. His first song he didn’t like singing because it’s a simple song and he was just a teenager, so it doesn’t show his range. He has a huuuge range and his voice was so powerful they had to dampen his mic. He sadly has suffered throat cancer in the last few years, so I don’t think he can sing well now. But he toured forever and always blew everyone away. He’s well known in the uk as well as other countries, but I know he never took off in the US. There’s a lot of live videos of him singing and a lot of duets. Some with fellow Aussie, Jimmy Barnes, as well as Tom Jones and some others. He often sang with Olivia-Newton John (RIP) from Grease, they were great friends. Anyway, thanks for reading my essay and definitely watch some live videos to be even more blown away.

[@KerriRyan-kv4cg]

Another Aussie here.... John here is a LEGEND> He is also Olivia Newton John (Sandy from Grease) her bestie... xx They did many performances together.

[@stix2485]

FARNZY IS THE GOAT! Only watch him LIVE..........he can sing literally anything. Enjoy the rabbit hole! AUSSIE LEGEND!

[@James-d1k4j]

Elvis kills him, when it comes to singing.

[@dee-smart]

He was born in England but grew up from a young age in Melbourne, Victoria about the same time as Olivia Newton John. As for bagpipes, yes they are a Scottish instrument but remember the 1st convicts came to Australia from Britain and they comprised of English, Scottish, Welsh and Irish and over the years the population grew from Great Britain. Most of the population are from there - having roots there, although in times since WWII there has been a influx from Greece, Italy, parts of Asia and parts of Arab countries.

[@bonnielee78]

you should see John's live version of ACDC's 'Long way to the top' with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. At the same concert, he also does an epic version of The Beatles 'Help'. Also, seeing John perform 'You're the voice' live at the same concert is a must; He is fantastic with the crowd and you will be amazed at his mic stand antics. John Farnham is a massive rabbit hole to go down with decades of hits. Hugs from Oz.

[@salsully2955]

he is an Aussie through and through...we love him xxxx

[@celtica189]

I grew up in the 80s in Australia and John was king in Aussie music. I remember in the early 2000,s he did a farewell concert and i walked up closer to the stage and looked up at him, he was singing and came over and leant down during the song break and took my hand and said “hello beautiful” and gave me a beautiful smile. It was such a lovely moment as i grew up with his music and he was genuinely lovely. I will always treasure that moment. Listen to all of his music, he is incredible. Take the pressure down is so good too.

[@kazwilson425]

Nailed it BP. Yes he's Australian and yes he's a dead set legend. On fire tonight mate!

[@adwood201]

Anything John Farnham should be live!

[@MsM-jr2jp]

Please, please watch this live with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (1989). If for nothing other than to see John throw the mic stand across the stage then later kick it straight back up into his hand when he wanted it, without missing a note... (a bit of a thing he did here and there) but also for the sheer (not auto-tuned) power and precision, the audience participation and the whole BIG performance. He's a lovely man to watch. So much warmth live, and so much talent. And the Bagpiper, live.

[@Puzz...693]

Absolutely 💯 ❤

[@philodowd8080]

Agreed

[@shirazzza]

Yup, I remember watching it when I was a little tacker

[@crystalspalace]

He is from our beautiful Australia. He is Amazing live

[@TraceyRand-jy7kf]

His voice has only improved and grown more powerful over the years. A recent TV version left this one for dead. I love to listen to him.

[@georgeibrahim7945]

John is the Voice singing You’re the voice. You gotta check out live bro, he’s insane and a vocal powerhouse

[@RonaldResuello-gf6yz]

One of the greatest pop-rock vocalists of all time...

[@sylv772]

He is a much loved and iconic Australian singer who not only has a fantastic voice but an extraordinary capacity to engage an audience. He performed with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra - if you want a treat check out him singing Help (and this song) at this concert. It is special.

[@stephanienash1368]

Yes, the song is from the mid 80's. John farham has been an icon of Australian music since the 1960's.

[@tgroen3000]

Icon, Icon, Icon, two octave range, can hold a not for ever! A great Aussie!

[@stackels97]

'When the war is over' from his 'Last Time' concert. Best live performance of his I've ever seen!!!

[@magpiegirl3783]

Agree.

[@tammyfinnemore]

John is an Aussie legend, I grew up with hismusic...and still listen to him today

[@rawgemsrawdesserts5668]

Same. I absolutely love watching people reaction videos to Johnny, such a buzz.

[@rina-3601]

He is from Australia and the call him "The VOICE" down under. He has massive hits. 1980s/90s

[@Calliecat1952]

John Farnham a great Australian Artist I’m surprised you haven’t heard of him before he’s a legend

[@djefsund]

That "bass drum" sound you hear right from the start is a car door being slammed. He is the effing voice!

[@Jojomac-ix7oi]

This came out in 1987. John is fire live. 🔥 This song with the Melbourne Symphony orchestra is a must-see. John's live performances are second to none. I'm so glad you've finally gotten round to reacting to John. Thanks for your reaction. ❤

[@AnnieD.1982]

Hey Jojo 👋 😊 Hope you have been well 🙏 ❤❤ Farnsey taking over the world one reactor at a time!! 👍😅😍

[@Jojomac-ix7oi]

@AnnieD.1982 Hi Annie. I'm fine. I've been very busy and very tired, so I watch reactions, smile, then like and go to sleep. Haha! Hope you and your family are doing well. I hope reaction videos never die. It's so exciting when a reactor, reacting to John, pops up. Great seeing you here. ❤️

[@AnnieD.1982]

Hi Jojo 😊 You are a very busy lady! I hope you get a break soon. Listening to John is the best way to relax after a long day though, so you are using your time very well😅👍 I am doing good thanks. Mum had her cancer surgery last week and is recovering really well, so we are all very relieved and happy ❤ I hope to catch you in a live chat soon. Miss the lovely chats we have. Take care 🤗 ❤❤

[@Jojomac-ix7oi]

@@AnnieD.1982 I'm happy to hear your mum is recovering well. Listening to John is the only way I relax and stay sane. You take care as well. ❤️❤️

[@Ariannaishun]

1986 it came out. I was driving Toowoomba to Ipswich and it came on the radio...i was so blown away I nearly had to pull over and gather myself up

[@JoRiceRenegade4Eva]

Ask your pal Dom (That Singer reactions) what he thinks of Farnsey (& Barnsey) our Aussie Legends!! (Both in Dom’s top 5 of greatest male singers). Stoked as to see this pop up on your channel - you’ve gotta check him out live - he really is “The Voice” 🇦🇺❤️

[@fionaanderson7431]

Are they mates?? Explains why I’m drawn to this channel! 😂

[@lynneperry7454]

@@fionaanderson7431 same here

[@Oldbutnotout65]

John Farnham (pronounced with the "H" silent... Far..nam) was born in England and immigrated to Australia with his family at 10yrs of age. John is Music Royality, an ICON in the Australian Music Industry, he has been impressing us with his talent for over 50 years. This song was released on 29 September 1986 as the hit single from the Whispering Jack Album, (which held the No. 1 position on the Australian Chart for a total of 25 weeks), "You're the Voice" went to No. 1 and has become an unofficial National Anthem. The song was written by English writers after missing a Nuclear Disarmament Protest in London in 1985. Here a "Live" version, as you will find out, with John it has to be "Live" kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJ6VnpJvis6dqdE John Farnham started in 1967 and was still performing into his 70s until Covid shut the country down. He won "King of Pop" 5 consecutive years 69 -73, then faded a bit in the late 70s (due to poor management). John is the only Australian artist to have a number-one record (album or single) in five consecutive decades. . He has received the admiration of many international artists, such as Richard Marx, Celine Dion, Robbie Williams, Tom Jones, Freddie Mercury. Brian May, Sammy Davis Jnr, Ray Charles, just to name a few. I should warn you if you start reacting to John, the Aussie Army will flood your channel. LOL if you decide to go exploring, make sure you only watch "Live" performances, he loves his fans and millions of us love him back and always keep an eye out for his "Ninja" style Mic & Stand tricks. John is one of the most versatile vocalists you can find, he can sing just about any genre. He replaced Glen Sherrock as frontman for LRB for a time in the early eighties. They put out a doco last year called "John Farnham - Finding The Voice" which broke the box office ("The Voice" is what he is affectionately known as here), he can sing anything and make it sound great, here's the trailer...kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqDGdJmZarV-qKc The next performance you should watch is one of the encores at the end of a 2+ hour concert 1989. a John Lennon number "Help", but John F's version (JL heard it before he passed and said that was the way the song was meant to sound)... kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqeYZZqfhLiFgdU Anything from that "Classic Jack Live" with MSO concert is "gold".

[@DirkGently1972]

Never realised John Farnham, as with Olivia Newton John (until after her passing), were both born in the United Kingdom then emigrated to Australia.

[@jolandafrijlink6103]

I guess you're a fan 😊😅

[@MrOscarBuzz]

Brilliant post, I’m so glad you’re here because you saved me from having to write something very similar. The band, Heart also covered You’re The Voice, having performed it in their shows for a long time. SO many artists are Farnsy Fans, probably because of his beautiful soul and personality as much as for his awesome voice. 💜👍🏼🇦🇺

[@bellab4797]

"One hit wonder," God no! John can and has sung with the very best .. and impressed. Placido Domingo, Celine Dion, Olivia Newton-John, Tom Jones ... He can sing any genre. He is simply "The Voice!" What's more he's very much loved, by his peers and his fans. Truly a lovely, and very funny guy. 🇦🇺

[@ireneburgess5760]

I saw John live when I was 18yrs old and now I am 76yrs and still love our John !! Search him and read all about him....

[@j9andphoenix]

John Farnham hit all the notes all the time - saw him so many times in Sydney Australia and he is so vocally gifted and just a really nice, warm and ind soul. He did a short time after Glenn Shorrock left The Little River Band and the song with them you should listen to is 'Playing to Win'. This song unfortnately doesn't date because there are so many wars and conflicts in our world. He is a genuine lovely person and it is so sad a lifetime of smoking is probably the cause of the cancer in his jaw, such that he had to have part of his jaw removed and a prosthesis fitted. He may not sing again but he is a 'bloke' so he may well surprise us allHe is truly a blessing.

[@margaretgood580]

JOHN FARNHAM.. is Australia's all time LEGEND ❤ .. PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE.. Saw him LIVE MANY TIMES ❤

[@Maizy1985]

You have to watch him sing this live...John also does a fire version of 'It's a long way to the top' and one of his most gorgeous songs is 'touch of paradise' dive in please to John Farnham, especially live, he goes off and he's so charismatic on stage just a phenomenal performer and human being. We love him, he's a national treasure! Something is wrong with my baby" Jimmy Barnes and John Farnham really shows his vocal range and if you haven't heard of Jimmy Barnes...well another Aussie icon from the band Cold Chisel.

[@melindaoloughlin4862]

Johnny is an Australian legend who has recently suffered throat cancer. Pleased to say he is on the mend

[@yumesta]

It’s so cool when overseas peeps love The Voice. In Celine Dion’s doco she talks highly about John Farnham. I’ve also heard a great a cappella group from the US called Naturally 7 do a cover of this song once because they loved it so much. This song is epic. John Farnham can siiiing! He’s a legend and us Aussies are proud he’s ours!

[@ArtbyKaitlin]

Oh now this is exciting. Welcome to great Aussie music ❤

[@AnnieD.1982]

Thank you for reacting to the amazing John Farnham ❤️ He is Australian music royalty and this song is like a second national anthem to us. So special - as you will no doubt be seeing by all the comments John is very well respected and loved 😊 This song will never age. If you play it Aussies will be there!! Farnsey (as we call him, though he is known simply as The Voice also) is definitely no one hit wonder with over 50 years in the industry he is an absolute icon. Thanks for the beautiful reaction. I am glad you appreciated and enjoyed it so much. I hope you will do more 😊❤❤

[@larainesmith2631]

Yes…John with MSO “It’s a Long Way to the Top ❤❤❤❤❤!!!

[@Jojomac-ix7oi]

Yes!!!

[@2ndHandSouls]

Seeing him perform live was the most insane experience… John is an icon

[@Theaussiemixer]

Australian here, John Farnham is awesome for the past 50 years, wish him the best due to throat cancer

[@netleyros]

Mouth cancer

[@lynndally9160]

John "Farnsey" Farnham, known as "The Voice" here in Oz. Nic @ThatSingerReactions rates John as 1 of the greatest singers of all time. John can sing any genre, from rock to opera, ballads to soul. Always react to Aussie singers live. John has such a huge back catalogue. In Days to Come is another banger. As others have said, John's cover of the Beatles song Help - live with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is a must listen to. Also "When something is wrong with my baby" with our other 🐐- Jimmy Barnes ❤ John also does Led Zeppelin's Black Dog as a mic check 🔥.

[@waynedavenport6053]

John is GOAT as far as Australia is concerned, we have been fortunate in Australia to have bands and artists that are more than equal to what was in the rest of the world, and if you care to dive down the rabbit hole you will be more than pleasantly surprised. and to answer your question, yes he could hit those notes live, just watch some of his KZbin concert video's

[@FOX007-um1wr]

I've never heard of this song before. WOW! This guys voice is AMAZING! The lyrics are on point especially in our current times.

[@georgeibrahim7945]

Do yourself a favour and listen to it live with the Melbourne Symphony orchestra. Also check out his cover of the Beatles song “help” live with the Melbourne Symphony orchestra

[@Erin-Christine]

Aussie here. John Farnham & Olivia Newton John are two Aussies who will forever be fixtures in our music culture. Widely liked & respected.

[@KrystynaMoyle-ld5qm]

Aussie royalty. John Farnham ❤

[@TaniaMcCartney]

An Aussie here. Just loved your response to our legendary and beloved John. He is truly an exquisite singer and has had a massive career. Please watch his live performance of You’re the Voice and also Help, with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. Incredible 🎉

[@Notric]

Always go for the live version for John Farnham.

[@abelard817]

He does a warm up singing led zeppelin . A must hear

[@MarianDaish]

Black Dog

[@Jojomac-ix7oi]

@@abelard817 yes...Black Dog

[@Classic-Ov3rThinker]

YES this was AMAZING! And it was just his warm up 🤯

[@msduckie2384]

🎯🎯🎯🎯💯💯💯👍👍👍🇦🇺

[@larainesmith2631]

Oh yes!!! Just found John a few months ago…always do Live and everything you can find from the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. More, more, and more❤❤❤❤

[@melissaawaters4308]

Australian music icon. We love you John Farnham ❤❤❤

[@leannemclean9024]

They're all finding John late in life missed the best years of him. ❤ Need to watch his Documentary: Finding the Voice tells about his singing career 1986 Album Whispering Jack The Voice written by Andy Qunta, Keith Reid , Maggie Ryder and Chris Thompson. ❤

[@Deedee-40]

Love the amount of Aussies that are here! Watching others react to our Aussie legends always makes me proud 😊 Another rabbit hole to dive into?

[@matthewafflick7161]

An aussie legend with one of the best voices in the world. Hence, he is known as 'The Voice' here down under One thing with John aways watch him live to truly know the power of his voice Highly recommend Help with the MSO

[@iandonoghue3784]

Agree with all the comments. Another forgotten gem John Farnham sings is "Chain Reaction ", completely different country song that's nothing like other songs with the same name.

[@everausten]

All time legend ✨

[@suehayward656]

I am working my way down from top through ur reactions. And I've been waiting for this. THIS IS MY ALL TIME FAVORITE SONG!!!!!!!