[REACTION] John Farnham - Please Don't Ask Me

[@valerieb5718]

he is national icon in australia, please watch your the voice and longway to the top live in concert, you will love them.

[@ladymanners618]

Please Don't Ask Me as a duet with Olivia Newton John is heartwrenchingly beautiful. If you want to experience his range try Gethsemane from the final night oh the Sydney run of JC Superstar, it's totally unbelievable. Wherever possible listen to live performances as the audience reaction elevates the experience. Thanks for this.

[@annekennedy9383]

I've listened to John for decades. Love this one. 'Burn For You' gets the emotions going too1

[@shenoashbay1361]

The whole of Australia loves this man, and anytime we have an emergency like a flood or fire the always donate his time to raise money to help his, absolutely ripper of a guy . He could have got a whole lot more known worldwide because as we know he can sing for sure that includes all genres, money was just happy to stay here and enjoy the accolades and home here with his family in Australia,. When you get into this artist your find out just had good his voice is.

[@terilu6453]

Yes. Both John and his band and wonderful backing singers are always so generous in ANY time of need for Australia. (As are so many other Aussie performers such as Tina Arena, Delta, Jimmy Barnes. ) Enormous talent, but even greater generosity and empathy for others in times of need.

[@amandagray3694]

Phenomenal singer yet completely underrated...."help" live with the MSO is just nuts. But he has so many amazing songs. 💕💕💕

[@Heaven-im5kl]

I have never heard of him. He has a beautiful voice. Loved him and the song.

[@georgeibrahim7945]

“Burn for you” is another beautiful one

[@terilu6453]

And Comic Conversations. Just gorgeous.

[@AussieGirl235]

“ have you guys ever heard of this man?” 😂

[@scomti7057]

Beautiful song and an amazing singer!

[@kathleenkildare8688]

he's now 72 and still has that voice! Legend here in Australia!

[@elizabethscott7660]

After 54 years of listening to Farnsey, I've finally found one word that describes his performances. Mesmerising.

[@dondelbiondo1258]

One of the planets great voices!!

[@nanalen60]

Our John is thought of as our national treasure. Try some of his live performances. You don't just listen, you experience the song. On stage he is perfection HELP, with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is just stunning

[@whiteapple2313]

John Farnham was at his best from 1986 to 1994. He did a concert with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra in 1989 and other concerts (1987, 1988, 1990) that were video recorded. Many of the songs performed in these concerts can now be found on YTube and showcase John Farnham, in my opinion, at his best. Fantastic performances by both John and his band. Whispering Jack was his best selling Album released in October 1986.

[@margaret2romeo]

Watch John and Olivia Newton John sing this as a duet from The Main Event .... it is beautiful!!!!

[@jano9091]

John is one of the rare performers who are better live than recorded. Amazing vocals.

[@pixie3760]

Absolutely agree

[@yurilemming4130]

I think John wrote this for his wife, a lifelong partner, John‘s just an all round wonderful bloke.

[@carolynh8866]

Even better live

[@christinegrimmond4859]

And watch him sing this with Olivia Newton John..It's magic.

[@DebraBing]

Live, live, live. ALWAYS go to a live version with Farnham. You won't regret it.

[@TheChugMonkey]

This is a live performance. It's from the Classic Jack concert with the MSO

[@DebraBing]

@@TheChugMonkey in no way can l see or hear that. It's also not credited. Why do you think so???

[@TheChugMonkey]

@@DebraBing There's a few things. This was the single for the "Full House" live album that was released in 1991. The liner notes from Full House state it was recorded live in 1989. You also can clearly hear the MSO in the arrangement. If you're still not convinced, the crowd applause at the end gives it away. I don't know why they decided to film a video clip rather than use the live footage. Just an artistic choice I guess.

[@DebraBing]

@@TheChugMonkey no l believe you, it's just unusual l guess. I want to see the actual vocal where it was recorded. Tbh l don't really like this song, but it's always good to see JF perform, so l would have preferred that. Thx for the info tho.

[@TheChugMonkey]

@@DebraBing I'm glad I could shed some light. Here's the original performance. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXrZiaFqeLKjrqs

[@toddyrocket296]

John farnham is a Australian singing legend. Hope you definitely do more songs from him.

[@mickc7388]

He is a Pom, born I think in London. 'The Voice' is an absolute classic.

[@toddyrocket296]

@@mickc7388 His family moved to Australia when he was 10 and he was Australian of the year in 1987

[@rickandersen2284]

@@mickc7388 he is not a pom! Aussie through and through. In fact Australian of the Year in 70s. Been here since he was 10 for Gods sake!

[@rickandersen2284]

@@mickc7388 in fact a third of Australians were born overseas. We take anybody.

[@jano9091]

@@mickc7388 English born, but has lived in Australia for the last 62 years and considers himself an Australian. Even voted Australian of the year in late '80s.

[@kmach1000]

"Your the voice" is his most popular song, at least here in Brazil. It's a beautiful song! It's almost an anthem.

[@jano9091]

Live versions only!

[@kmach1000]

@@jano9091 Yes! (Sorry the autocorrect: You're the voice!)

[@popdefender460]

Good Lord. there are many many great John Farnham songs to react to in varying styles. Not all his songs are like this one. He can rock hard as well as belt out a beautiful ballad. Keep going. You wont be sorry.

[@justlinsu]

Thanks so much Chad for finally 'reacting' he is still singing today with the same amount of passion...his vocals are nothing like I've heard before. Here is a link to John performing HELP 'live' with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqeYZZqfhLiFgdU Waiving from Australia

[@judyadams8178]

go see a live concert hes just as good, and even today he is in his 70s if he threw a concert it would sell out in seconds, he is called the voice here in australia...one of the greatest voices ever....go listen to help live concert....

[@chocoholicprincess1]

john has just had part of cancerous jaw removed. could you please all hold good thoughts for him. australia legend and we are in shock.

[@sarahholdcroft9490]

Love our John here in Australia :) amazing live performer. Amazing. Same as his back up singers.. they work so well with him.

[@shenoashbay1361]

Watch John Farnham and Jimmy Barnes sing ,When Something is Wrong with my Baby. Love 💕 john

[@richardlondon1076]

Listen to John when he was part of the Little River Band. Reminiscing live is wonderful

[@mssuziquzi]

More please. He is a much loved Aussie icon. An amazing singer and great guy! By the way, I like the way you don't continually stop the music to talk. It drives me crazy. Better to say it all at the end.

[@magpiegirl3783]

Plus, I like the graphics too. Bit of thought going into his presentation.

[@aussiekat6379]

Always do live when listening to John he’s just that good, been a fan since I was 1967. this one is of my absolute favourites it’s just a beautiful song and sung with such passion it really pulls you in.. please react to more of John music us Aussies know how good he is and live watch people react to him some American know who he is but not enough. I think you enjoy going down this rabbit hole as there is so many songs and concerts on KZbin to enjoy and he still sings at 72 bloody legend though not since covid hit last year about may I think when they stopped all concerts

[@janicetrimmell6897]

Yes, I know who John Farnham is. I thought GREAT I'm going hear some "Little River Band." And John Farnham was great with them. Only this is just beautiful musical theatre. His lovely voice sounds like it's in the category of Michael Ball or Michael Crawford. Wow. Thanks for this. It was just wonderful.

[@SueMccorkell]

The voice is the best in live concerts, the recording don’t even come close to what he is capable of in live concerts, always do live when listening to the voice.

[@nikkil2580]

Thanks for your reaction. You gotta react to John live. Help and When Something is Wrong with my Baby with Jimmy Barnes on Hey Hey its Saturday would be a good start. Thanks for covering our aussie brother.

[@pixie3760]

He's the most amazing singer live, one of the best singers I've ever heard

[@WahdaMae]

Live version of "You're The Voice" with the Melbourne Orchestra ... you will never recover. Lol you WILL go down the Farnham rabbit hole!! (Pronounced: "Farn-um"

[@WahdaMae]

Direct link.... ;) kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJ6VnpJvis6dqdE

[@bernadettelanders7306]

Oh yes we know our John Farnham born 1949 in the UK. His Family emigrated to Australia when 10. First single aged 18 I think. Was still singing until COVID hit, thus no concerts. Even people who aren’t into his music say he has an amazing voice. My son has never been into him at all, but he admitted he often listens to him lol. Yes his range is amazing - and never had a singing lesson. Happily married, gee must be about 50 years. He’s a total gentleman, never turns fans away. his manager has to drag him away lol, and funny and very humble. An all round good man, husband, father and singer.

[@KCoda1248]

Very emotional. I’ll definitely follow him!

[@vandoraginther6421]

Very good voice, beautiful song. My first time hearing him. Thanks Chad

[@Katrinagaming-en1os]

Try John singing Help (Live with the MSO) kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqeYZZqfhLiFgdU Cheers from Down Under 😀🇦🇺

[@li22ietopper26]

You could revisit this song when he does it as a duet with Olivia Newton John in "The Main Event", when John is much older.

[@jemxs]

I love that performance!

[@mssuziquzi]

That’s a great version too. I love it. I was actually at that concert❤️

[@li22ietopper26]

@@mssuziquzi So was I! ❤

[@robynmurray7421]

Honestly, Olivia is just background music when John is on stage. She's not in his league vocally.

[@mssuziquzi]

@@robynmurray7421 Agree, no one comes near John, but I must admit she gave a beautiful performance when she did the duet with him.

[@alyn927]

Just love him. Glad you liked him.

[@janicewright6213]

First time for me but it was great

[@TCM215]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/op-rl3WHiJV7rac

[@janicewright6213]

@@TCM215 he would make a great comedian. Thanks for the link

[@bettyartis3648]

Thanks so much Chad. This song has a special meaning for me and a relationship that wasn't meant to be many years ago. Appreciate this review. Now I'll push for Bee Gees funny moments. Hehe. I didn't give iup on ya either.

[@magpiegirl3783]

That's our John. He was English born but is a true-blue Aussie (and was Australian of the year a while back). He's a brilliant singer and has been around since the '60s. Just for your interest, he performed this song with Olivia Newton John when he was in his 50s. He and Olivia are good friends and have worked a lot together. John's live performances are amazing. You won't be disappointed in anything John sings. Here's his performance live with Olivia: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKa5kKeQhKmZgZo

[@kathcochrane3862]

Go with his live performances, especially with the Melborne Symphony orchestra!!

[@bettyartis3648]

Burn for you is another great song by Farnesy.

[@carolespinoza8452]

Yes he does have a really nice voice, the lyrics are good also.🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎹🎹 i really love these bee gees weekend chad.😍

[@user-ed8bk6rz9s]

John can sing anything!!! Check him out. He’s an Aussie legend.

[@4adgray2]

Welcome to the world of Farnham! 💖

[@jemxs]

John is an awesome talent, such a powerful voice and even better live. If possible always react to his live performances they are always mind blowingly good. To get an idea of his versatility try When Something is Wrong With My Baby, he does with another Aussie legend, Jimmy Barnes. And ofc LIVE!

[@Spankedchicken]

By the way, this is a live recording over this video. He’s just that damn good.

[@lena-mariag.louis-charles3579]

Chad, check out his "YOU'RE THE VOICE" (Official Video), and "HELP" - You won't regret it! This is another one of those DEEP RABBIT HOLES, my Friend...

[@lindaansford1852]

John also did Black Dog by Led Zeppelin. So unbelievably good

[@wendy5290]

And that was just a sound check!!

[@micheleallen]

His live performances are the best.

[@trishafaulk2067]

Almost too sad for me on a day like today. But he's quite talented. I've never heard him before.

[@TheBrownlj]

Greatest ever Aussie singer

[@robinakym2356]

You definitely have to react to John Farnham ‘help’ live with the MSO. Insane vocals

[@TheNakedWombat]

So many songs by John Farnham to try out including Burn For You.

[@chocoholicprincess1]

aussie icon

[@coraliemoller3896]

John Farnham seems to hold back on recordings like this. Too much management involved in the end product. Stifles him a bit, in my opinion. His live performances are full voice and he is a natural showman which enhances the experience. Farnham is The Voice.

[@georgeibrahim7945]

John Farnham is a living legend mate we call in the Voice down under. He’s a people’s person and gentleman. When you cover and react to Farnsey please react to his live performances. Next react to his live performance of the Beatles song “Help” live with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqeYZZqfhLiFgdU

[@MsWilson]

The greatest singer ever. You need to hear him live and appreciate just how good he truly is.

[@christinegrimmond4859]

You should only listen to John live...The Voice

[@warrensmith4637]

You need to listen to this song sung in duet with Olivia Newton John and John Farnham

[@iceberg5220]

Perspective...When your in love with a friend who is not your wife !!

[@mikesuahtla9826]

Mate if you are going to react to Farnsie always do it to a live performance. He is one of those artist who is much better live. Try some of the stuff he did with the Melbourne Sympathy Orchestra. It will blow your Sox off

[@gerikinnaman6755]

My love interest sent it to me...😊

[@gabyehebrecht7435]

The name seems familiar to me but I couldn't associate it with any song. This is really a powerful ballad. But I have to get used to the way he sings the high notes.

[@traceyanderson7489]

He’s just as good live, if not better.

[@natashyahendrix2]

❤

[@carbine5378]

Always listen to live versions of John, not studio versions.

[@dee-smart]

This artist has been around since the 60's and is a good friend of Olivia Newton John's. They worked together in 2000 at the opening ceremony of the Sydney Olympic Games on a duet - it's on youtube. Called DARE TO DREAM. One of his first peformances in Australia was as a teenager on BANDSTAND, a show ONJ is familiar with too. It's called SADIE THE CLEANING LADY and he is a young teenager in 1967. It's on youtube too. BUT the one you need to get hold of is the version of YOU'RE THE VOICE with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. He is known down under as THE VOICE. Hollywood wanted him, but he didn't want to leave Australia. Surprised you haven't heard about him before. Many of his hits are on here including a duet with Jimmy Barnes (Australia's former king of rock). He did a wonderful album called WHISPERING JACK in 1986. Celine Dion loves him and his song YOU'RE THE VOICE. She attempts to sing it at her concerts but her rendition is nothing like his.

[@chocoholicprincess1]

listen to THE VOICE by john you will be blown away

[@mrmockatoo6786]

Rick Andersen will be along shortly.

[@dawnthomson9269]

He’s been a bit quiet lately

[@mrmockatoo6786]

@@dawnthomson9269 He's resting, Dawn...pining for the fjords.

[@joeimbesi99]

Even singing Robert Plants black dog,Xmas songs ..CAN DO IT ALL! A FREAK A:kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGO8mmmKi85gqbc B:kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqeYZZqfhLiFgdU

[@jayweb51]

A much more emotional rendition of this song, is John's duet with Olivia Newton John; live from The Main Event concert. Do yourself a favor.

[@terilu6453]

Absolutely. The video with ONJ is perfection. It’s the ultimate performance. Beautiful

[@firecrakka]

Benedict Cumberbatch in his breakthrough role. 😏

[@littlemudlost]

Drop the h and just say Farnem

[@debraa.155]

Not so much!!! Give him a 7!!!