REACTING TO Queen + Adam Lambert - Who Wants To Live Forever

Adam reacts to Queen + Adam Lambert - Who Wants To Live Forever (Live at The Isle of Wight Festival 2016)
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[@sugar-free-2centz]

This is indisputably the best performance of any Queen song Adam has ever done. It was flawless. No disrespect to Freddie Mercury, but he couldn't have sung it this good. This is sung so well it makes you cry. God damn.

[@rhondaosborne7818]

I cry ,every time I listen to this I do not believe there is a song that Adam could not sing ,and sing well I am 75 and never in my life have I ever heard a voice any where near as good as Adam's

[@ireneneuschwander6010]

I heard Roger Taylor say that he had never heard that song sung that way before… he is just mind blowing!

[@arielleriposta]

I did as well

[@kimhardy554]

Adam is the best artist ever! His solo career & with Queen is SPECTACULAR!💚💜💚💜

[@denisebrown6601]

His voice gives me goosebumps - what an amazing talent he is

[@julieclyde7698]

Every time I watch Adam sing this song, it brings tears to my eyes. Massive massive Adam Lambert fan.

[@osovagabundo1]

Imagine going from singing in clubs to becoming the front man for QUEEN! A band with Billions of fans already. The most iconic songs on the planet come from them. No exaggerating.

[@vgeorgieva4209]

Actually Adam was more of a musical singer, not a clubs one. And he came in Queen with his own fan base and millions of fans. But the great thing is most of Queen fans really like this collaboration.

[@osovagabundo1]

@@vgeorgieva4209 true that, I guess I was trying to illustrate smaller venues and clubs came to mind.

[@lararoostalu9318]

@@osovagabundo1 Musical theatres are not small clubs. Adam was a professional singer all his life.

[@osovagabundo1]

@@lararoostalu9318 compared to 80,000-100,000 person arenas is the difference. We’re talking about QUEEN not Phantom of the opera. I wasn’t declaring him to be an amateur but using a bit of poetic whimsy to illustrate the unusual leap he took after the competition show where the two met.

[@lararoostalu9318]

@@osovagabundo1 Actually, Adam was the cast of Wicked. 😅 He left a very comfortable job for a dream....As you said above he tours huge stadiums with Queen but also he's got a very lucrative solo career, currently writing a West End musical!

[@judithstucky]

He is the real deal!! Not just a pretty boy who can sing. I can only imagine how proud his parents are of him. I saw them in the audience during his American Idol days.There is nobody I would rather listen to and watch.

[@mariostylianou7725]

Hi buddy!! Wow!! 2words!!.. goosebumps!! Wow wow!! Standing ovation from me!! Freddie..would be smiling!!

[@Meller68]

It makes me physically ill when people say a negative word about Adam because none exist. He is outstandingly talented, devoted, a role model for many and the negative drama that surrounds so many other artists doesn't exist. I've loved him since Idol. I've followed him through all these years. He seems like an amazing nice low key guy. Somebody you could just chill with. I hope that someday as many people can recognize the talent like you just did. I heard this year's ago and had chills the entire time. Thank you. Oh and btw. As a straight woman..... That man is HOT AS HELL. Not fair to the woman of the world. Lol

[@kiahmadison8541]

It's predominantly Freddie Mercury loyalist snobs who don't want him in Queen. Freddie is my Favourite singer of all time but I know we cannot bring him back. Freddie had said he was fine with being replaced if he died (pre 1986) or he left in an interview. That to me was saying he approves of Adam. 💛💖

[@Piachristiansen]

Totalt agree ❤

[@Dragonlass68]

Very few Freddie Mercury's fans and purists disparage Adam Lambert. Majority are fans of Marc martel, the mimic who's been disparaging Adam Lambert, trolling his videos with and without QUEEN since 2009's AIS8 when he sang BR for his solo career.

[@LadyDoe17]

I’ve never seen an artist get so much emotion into a song and still get perfect pitch. ❤️

[@JameAndy-nd5vp]

Adam is astounding! I could listen to him forever as well. Thanks for your reaction to this amazing performance.

[@vgeorgieva4209]

I can only say I got chills watching you during the reaction. As a Glambert myself there is nothing I can say about that voice that hasn't been said millions ot times. He is not from this planet.

[@sandrahilton3239]

Brian May said he had never heard this song sung with such passion as on that night. it sends shivers down your spine.

[@naterater100]

Adam definitely did Freddie justice! I love your reactions and thank you so much for celebrating Pride Month!!!!

[@mariaroughsedge7736]

Adam Lambert is so insanely talented.He can sing anything.His voice is just absolutely astounding.I could listen to him all day long and still be amazed every time.

[@osovagabundo1]

His version of Ring of Fire is still a defining moment of his talent. Breathed new meaning and life into a Johnny Cash classic, that;s a lot.

[@halina8369]

Wow, formidable song and voice 🎶💜🎶 Thank you very much for the comment 👍💯👌

[@rocroc]

I remember when Adam Lambert first auditioned on American Idol. Simon Cowell voted yes but he downplayed his talent. He thought he was a theatrical singer. Well...he has certainly proven he can be a theatrical singer :-)

[@dbrel]

Exactly. To be a front man for a band requires theatricality. Simon can suck it.

[@thomasallan8113]

Cowell later admitted he was in a foul mood that day and was not fair to Adam. I watched that Idol season and realized early on that he was special. His version of Ring of Fire showed his creativity

[@anne-mariesindruprix4792]

I don't know if you see 1 year old comments but he has just managed to sing "Nessum Dorma"of Puccini with Queen on tour in Bologna last month in honor of Luciano Pavarotti and he nailed it with Brian and Roger playing the orchestra. Breathtaking .

[@tinap.6641]

Awww…thank you for this vid! Adam Lambert is sooo Amazing! His talent is out of this world + he is the most humble & beautiful soul (inside and out) I’ve ever met. He truly is a „a Gift from God!“ like Brian May said! Thank you Adam for loving and supporting our beautiful man! ❤️

[@Marcus_1001]

I will forever be sad that I never got the chance to see Queen with the incomparable Freddie Mercury. He was one of a kind and there will never be anyone else like him. BUT, Adam Lambert is also a complete original and as charismatic as they come. His vocal range is astonishing. Brian May has said that when they are performing this song he sometimes almost forgets to play because he is so in awe of the things Adam can do with his voice. No one could ask for a better compliment. I would pay hundreds of dollars and travel as far as necessary to see Queen with Adam Lambert ANY day. This performance is incredible.

[@rosiep3209]

You have more money than sense than if youd paybanything anywhere to see him. He is great but ptices arent worth busting a gut for that makes you in debt.

[@Marcus_1001]

@@rosiep3209 What an ignorant and presumptuous statement. You know *nothing* about me or my financial situation and your rude ass comment is *way* out of line. Sit down, Karen.

[@deirdre1122]

Thank you, for this video. I cry each and every time I hear this.

[@stacia2719]

Adam’s technique is bar none!!! He can sing anything and sound phenomenal. I love your reaction and your interest in listening to original music by Adam. He has so many spectacular performances. Some of my favorites are Soaked, Trespassing, Runnin, Closer To You, Feel Something and Ghost Town. I’m sure other Glamberts will share their favorites.

[@igman3878]

Thank you Adam!

[@siljevi]

Next you should react to Queen + Adam Lambert - The Show Must Go On, Live at the O2 in London 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@carolhagerty4288]

Agree, that was another stunner!!

[@sirjohnmara]

It's perfect! Legend performance for a memory...

[@Sharon-sj1hx]

Thanks for coming back to Adam ❤️ He’s such a beautiful man inside and out. Would love for you to check out some of his solo stuff Check out his live sessions for Velvet Good to see you again Adam

[@tracytabb2882]

i cud listen to adam sing this version all day long and not get bored at all. this is the best version ive ever heard. so much passion and meaning to it wow.xx

[@EleenaGoolcharan]

Goosebumps!! Everytime. Love him.

[@toramenor]

Agreed: "his voice knows no bounds" Yes!

[@lindavis2694]

Always love when someone either discovers or rediscovers Adam... He's absolutely incredible. Can't wait to see more! 💖

[@sunnishine100]

I’ve seen him sing this live twice…goosebumps both times…this is perfect for his voice and one of my favorites

[@aalex5710]

Adam Lambert is the definition for music. His vocals mezmerize my senses. I share in your love and appreciation of this icon in the making!!

[@elecam28]

So glad you covered this one!! Amazing reaction 🤩

[@LtFrankDrebin100]

That’s the best that song has ever been sung. Even the GOAT Freddie would agree.

[@IdaB.E]

This performance makes me cry everytime.. soo beautiful ❤ he really is one of the best singers ever ❤ thank you for this video (first time seeing one of your videos) 😊❤

[@conniemckeag2216]

I saw an interview with Roger from Queen talk about this performance and he said "Nobody has done this song better...NOBODY. He was referring to Freddie. Roger looked right into the camera when he said that 2nd "nobody". How good do you have to be to get a reaction like that?

[@kariolson8930]

This songmakes me cry every time I hear it. As far as his new album , I love Rose's, Velvet and superpower!

[@karenhorsburgh537]

Listen to Adam lambert singing underneath live awesome Adam is so talented and seriously underrated Love this so much have listened to his who want to live forever so many times he talks about it on his interview with queen on Netflix if your an Adam fan give it a go x

[@patriciafiliatrault8399]

Adam is amazing he gives 1000 percent to every song Happy Pride 2021 from Toronto Canada

[@sarahlbeeney1920]

My favourite Adam vocals, the emotion from the heart,brings tears to my eyes…Adam always sings with his heart…Another good one to listen to is Soaked, it’s an oldie…love your reaction…🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@sharonnedutton2296]

Love this thank you 💜💜

[@marlenemalin9808]

He has no vocal boundaries....he also is one in a billion. Just ask Brian May...here is an uptempo song and vocally second to none

[@marlenemalin9808]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5SQi4Clp6Z9oZI Here is link Somebody to love

[@deborahtorres276]

Such an emotional performance…love it!!💜

[@rosemariediamond7855]

It is amazing how the depth and richness of his voice has grown since his says on American idol. As the crescendo increased it made my emotions rise. His earliest hit was “What Do You Want From Me”. Beautiful

[@jenniferlawler8524]

Just amazing truly unique.

[@adelinaacero]

So beautiful 🌹🌹🌹 So loveable. A performance so strong that will linger in my mind maybe as long as forever ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you Adam for this. What a wonderful singer Adam Lambert is 👏🥰

[@paulmason6474]

A fitting tribute to all the persecuted people and those who have lost their lives. We don’t realise how lucky we are. Happy Pride Month enjoy every moment you can

[@hilsoncoelho418]

Simply beautfull 🤩

[@staceygrahame2504]

Cool to see this being reacted to. No words describe how spectacular the entire live show was. Every song was this good. Random fact: I’m the girl in the mermaid wig you see at the end with one of my beautiful bffs who was shining in gold. It was worth standing at the stage for 6 and a half hours before they started, to be front row. We cried like babies during that performance. I’m gay, it hit home. It was the most amazing tribute.

[@patriciasolick6983]

There’s something about Adam’s voice that draws me in more than any other vocalist. A favorite of mine is ‘Feel Something’. As much as I enjoy the stratospheric notes, I’m equally drawn to songs in his lower register.

[@jukip1485]

Velvet is all his. No covers. Live sessions are the best and the on the moon version on James cordon show. He has performed every song off velvet live now....not all in the same performance though. Someone has spliced together live versions of ‘a loaded smile’ from 2010 and 2021.....that’s pretty cool....

[@Zipa7]

Adam is simply amazing, the odds of finding one singer of Freddie Mercury's calibre were slim to say the least, but somehow Queen were gifted and managed to find that special singer twice. Anyone who doubts his place singing and fronting Queen is frankly deaf and not a true fan of Queen. Freddie Mercury himself would've loved every moment of it. This performance was stand out even for Adam though, what a powerful incredible message coupled with a powerful unique breathtaking performance what a talent.

[@terrilabeth7366]

Happy Pride Month! Honestly, Adam Lambert blows me away, every single time, and he is so underrated still, and it is something I just do NOT understand on any level. There are Queen fans from the “old days” (careful cause that is technically me, age wise 😂) that just will not accept Adam singing with Queen. I have gotten into more arguments about this in KZbin comments, you just would not believe. He has said and keeps saying that he is not replacing Freddie, nobody can replace Freddie, on and on. And Freddie is SO present at all of their concerts and in everything they do. The point of it all is that along with the Bohemian Rhapsody Movie, Queen + Adam Lambert has brought Queen’s music to entire new generations, you just cannot hide your head in the sand and ignore that fact. He has literally already been singing with Queen for 10 or 11 YEARS! And he has done this with grace under what must have been incredible pressure. These Queen songs are incredibly difficult, not many can actually sing them, and few can at Adam’s level of talent, and that is me being nice and thinking there MIGHT be someone out there. You just need to rewind the clock to the Freddie Mercury Tribute concert, star after star trying to sing these songs and it was PAINFUL to watch. Except George Michael, he was SO GREAT. There are times I feel like I am in a weird time warp when I experience the negativity about Adam, it brings me right back to all of the negative speculation about Freddie as he was dying. It was brutal, it was hateful, and there is no excuse in the world for any of it ever, not then and not now. Be accepting, no matter what the topic may be. Adam is now firmly a part of the Queen Legacy, I honestly think Freddie would be very accepting of Adam, because he puts on a show and sounds wonderful. You need a great voice to do these songs but you also need an attitude, which not many people have. He is just wonderful and when you see him interacting with Brian and Roger you can feel the respect from Adam, I have watched many interviews and not once has he ever been anything other than grateful for the opportunity to perform with them and sing these songs. For me he is the very definition of how someone should live their life, on their own terms, doing what they love, in every way they can find to do it, with whomever they find to do it with, period. Otherwise what is the point of it all? You should check out Queen + Adam Lambert at the Oscars-opening number. You will see the attitude I am talking about. And it is amazing to see all of these stars blown away. ❤️

[@barbarabrundage4625]

Adam singing Soaked live in Indianapolis is spectacular too. Thanks for your reactions!

[@JadeValour]

Another one of Adam's originals from his album "Velvet" performed on James Corden's show - "Closer to You". James himself was blown away. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqaqf42Gm52Mnqc And this performance of "Love Kills" with Queen at the I Heart Radio festival is just magnificent: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6nUnKiratmjnJY There is simply NO ONE better today.

[@terifeller1041]

Closer to you 💚💚💚

[@wickdwitchowest]

Oh 'love kills' is gorgeous

[@susanstringfellow5008]

I fell in love with Adam and his voice from the first time I saw him on AI. I’ve been fortunate to see Queen + Adam Lambert three times, and I just saw his solo Halloween tour which was amazing. He’s singing the title song to a movie about Noel Coward called “Mad About the Boy” which is lovely. I love everything he sings. You might listen to “Ghost Town” and not too long ago when they were in Italy he sang the Opera song “Nessum Dorsum??” or something like that.

[@deruychristelle6537]

Subliiiiiiime ❤❤❤

[@helenbrown6488]

Adam is awesome he sings like an angel. awesome awesome awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@wendystewart1867]

Two greatest singers ever. Freddie Mercury and Adam

[@cunningdeb3129]

Adam co-wrote every song on his most recent release. Here's a playlist of live sessions he did for six of the original songs from Velvet - kzbin.info/www/bejne/op_Edoquq8SZnqM Thanks for a heartfelt reaction.

[@margaretgillum5787]

So awesome and beautiful ❤️

[@keithdockrell2889]

Have you heard his studio sessions version of ‘closer to you’. Check it out.

[@karencastelli1541]

No studio versions

[@keithdockrell2889]

@@karencastelli1541 ?? .ok I meant live sessions.!

[@karencastelli1541]

I know what you meant, and those are good for Spotify but you can’t beat a live performance. Like Closer to You on James Corden. Even some of the acoustic versions he did during lockdown from home with Jinjoo are better than the studio versions. He was on fire a couple of weeks ago for the Stonewall concert. Adam is good virtually, but put a live audience in front of him and he feeds off of it.

[@keithdockrell2889]

@@karencastelli1541 I disagree , I prefer the live session version over the James cordon one.. we all have our own preferences..

[@kefinkamed]

Adam is the only living artist who has the muscle to pull off Queen. I have been to their concerts a few times now, and have only this piece of advice - if you can afford a ticket, go see them. Short of travelling back in time to see Queen with Freddie, there is nothing like it.

[@LennonandmccartneySuns]

This song gets me every time….has taken on a new meaning 😢😢😢

[@mariawilliams4941]

Amazing, he’s such a nice man quite humble and pays tribute to the great Freddie Mercury. Still missed

[@drumclean9384]

O.M.G ! ADAM LAMBERT! WOW , WOW !

[@haslen50]

The one that I always like was “if I Had You”. Something so interesting and differently upbeat about it.

[@anniek55112]

In my opinion, the best male vocalist alive. This is opera.

[@frankperino4215]

Chills and tears…that’s what I felt!

[@seattlesusieq]

Next, pick an up tempo song Adam sings, either his own songs or Queen. :-) (BTW, at the end of this song in most venues, he is standing on a platform that disappears down under the stage :-))

[@vgeorgieva4209]

If you want to check out his latest album Velvet, make sure to react on his live sessions.

[@janetmiller175]

Absolutely!🥰

[@carolhagerty4288]

@@janetmiller175 Yes, his live sessions are amazing. Adam is always better singing live.

[@lacampbell]

Closer to you is an awesome song!

[@brendareeves8187]

Adam lambert is the best vocalist in present days !!!!!!

[@ValurMcat]

This voice !!!

[@joannemagee1363]

The songs from Velvet are all phenomenal. If not for covid he could have promoted it as it deserved to be done. It’s a shame that he couldn’t. Try sleepwalker from back in his glam tour days. He can really do anything well.

[@sharonammirati2042]

so so good, yep!

[@debs42444]

❤️Velvet is brilliant….

[@Sharon-sj1hx]

This is a link to Adam’s live sessions from his latest album Velvet kzbin.info/aero/PLuuNtD-xmhd20Eepzc9HOjL0dFyi2Qk_G And this is to his live version of Feel Something kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZDXcn98a5KMhKM

[@judybrown405]

Bout made me cry his voice is so beautiful

[@antoniocarlin5026]

This song is beautiful in all the versions...!! I got a copy from the original demo singing by the Brian May daughter of 5 years old.... :p

[@lesliepotts5825]

Loved your reaction to this. I just subscribed. His live sessions from the velvet EP are great . Video and live session of Superpower have a great message and are fun. The first song released was Feel Something. Beautiful song and the live session video is beautiful too. Adam started the FEEL SOMETHING Foundation, a non profit that gives to other non profits to support LGBTQ + youth. He does a lot of work to support the Queer community. I am Canadian but what is going on in parts of the country with our southern neighbours is concerning, unbelievable actually. Anyway, Adam has a new album of covers coming out. I think 4 songs released so far. Adam sang Ordinary World ( Duran Duran) cover on the VOICE and on the Jonathan Ross Christmas show. Interesting dynamic from Adam’s first appearance on that show, after Bohemian Rhapsody, then the last one. Holding out for a Hero ( Bonnie Tyler) video from the new album is fun . I love Adam’s version of Billie Eilish’s Getting Older. So different from the original , they both are so great. Adam fan ….does it show. I am still on a Hollywood High. Adam put on a listening event for his fans last week at an intimate venue Dolby lab in Hollywood. I RSVP’d and it was confirmed. A fantastic album and a ray of California sunshine from our rainy, dreary northwest coast . Long way of saying , could you please have a listen to one of the songs from the album. If you didn’t see Adam perform Nessum Dorma with Queen on July 10th in Bologna …it is pretty amazing. Not on the set list but Adam sang it at the sound check so they performed it that night. Sorry for going on…

[@palmtreebridge135]

Adam is the best male vocalist ever 💣😘❤️😎can sing anything

[@hsmith1180]

Check out his track Runnin (bonus track from Trespassing) & Nirvana and also Pick U Up and Cant let You Go from his debut album FYE.

[@julicooke4266]

Listen to "whole lotta love" or "stay" =you will be impressed

[@carolhagerty4288]

“Stay” is so beautiful. Adam’s covers are always better than the originals in my opinion. The “Stay” performance in Seoul, South Korea some years ago is proof of that.

[@СтрелокМеткий-д6ф]

Adam, please : Queen+Adam - Love Kills (!Heart Radio Teater 2014)

[@beccajames9341]

Roses from his new album 😍 x

[@Elisa-c4n]

Velvet album is a masterpiece and listen to his lastest High Drama. Its covers done his Way Adam Lambert is beyond words ❤️❤️

[@ladyofthelake5950]

I've just found you through Adam Lambert whom I've followed since American idol, he's done a cover of I can't stand the rain which is good, but another artist I don't no if you've covered is LP, she is an incredible singer song writer, but did a cover of Halo live, omg! It's incredible, she's also got some incredible music out there with a unique voice, a few to mention are muddy waters, lost on you 😊

[@AdamStraughan]

I do have 1 reaction to LP here - FIRST TIME REACTING TO LP - Dreamer kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5DLgKuXi7mopJI

[@deborahtorres276]

Adams Amazing 💜🥰💜😘💜

[@heavin6586]

You really need to check out more of Adam with Queen.. Live New Years Eve in London 2014 I Want it All Radio Gaga The entire concert is just phenomenal

[@yvonnejohnson3232]

Do you mean that you have never seen Adam & Queen?????? 😮 It's one fabulous concert. 🥰

[@AdamStraughan]

I’ve never seen them live before. But in general, I’ve seen bits of them here and there.

[@yvonnejohnson3232]

@@AdamStraughan I've seen AL & Queen at their concerts in Australia. Absolutely fantastic concerts.

[@HaraldSeiwert]

happy pride month!

[@cgonzo]

Overglow, Loverboy, and Feel Something are my absolute Adam Lambert favorites from his recent album in terms of his range. But the song that completely blew me away was his rendition of George Michael’s Teacher at a tribute event: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6jai3ZuedmEors. I would love to see you respond to that one!

[@MarianTamaritFlores]

Reaction Marc Martel Who Wants To Live Forever cover Queen pliss 🙏🏼

[@cruxivar6026]

"Who wants to live forever when Love must Die...??" 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@arcadianluna2605]

Oh plz plz react to his song Overglow on his new album Velvet live session u r gonna love it

[@franpoirier1973]

Love Adam lambert .......you should also react to superfruit cover of Rise in honor of LGBTQ

[@pegajense]

❤❤❤❤

[@betmo]

closer to you live session...