Reaction to Queen "You Take My Breath Away"

This is Queen's ballad, "You Take My Breath Away" and it was suggested by many viewers. We talk about ballads versus upbeat songs, and Coach talks football.
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[@sharonallforloveandpositiv5497]

This song is all Freddie, singing, layered harmonies and him playing Piano. Just pure and oh so simple and beautiful.

[@susanp.7954]

You have to think that Freddie did this by himself…all voice layers are him ❤He was a genius composer❤”take my breath away “ during phase out….❤I love this song, especially live at Hyde Park..just Freddie and his piano….Thanks for your reaction…

[@karanrussell7061]

I just love anything by Queen

[@debramoore7513]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written!! Love the layered harmonies! 😮‍💨 🫠 *BREATHLESS*

[@user-jw2ru9ho9l]

Yes and the lovely layered harmonies are Freddie himself. What a true legend!

[@janakriskovicbazdaric7027]

Live version! Remarkable!

[@deboraclark5791]

I love Queen ballads, Freddie did all the vocals on this. Beautiful.

[@dinobravo852]

Not a fan of ballads, but Freddie could write them so well...

[@Gillie51-bl8su]

You really need to experience this song live, watching Freddie's intense expression as you do so. He performed it first (before it was fully recorded) at the free concert in Hyde Park in September 1976 in front of a crowd of 150,000. (That was the image at the beginning of the video.) Just him and his piano - no harmonies - although all the harmonies you hear here are Freddie multi-layering his own voice, harmonising with himself.

[@user-jw2ru9ho9l]

Yes absolutely love amazing Freddie and his piano… Btw, on September 18, 1976 there were about 200,000 people at the Hyde Park free concert 🎵😊

[@LeroyBrown84]

I think Mrs. Coach is a very smart woman! Love from The Netherlands 💕

[@lkamer1]

This version of this song is beautiful but it hits so much different watching Freddie do this live . You should watch Freddie do this live at Hyde Park. The expression on his face and the way he brings the song across is just as striking and beautiful as the song itself. He wrote this song for someone very special to him and you can see it on his face and hear it in his voice. I don’t know who convinced you to listen to the lyric video but with Queen and especially Freddie it is always better to watch live. The studio versions are great but live they are next level. You should really watch this again live at Hyde Park, it really does hit different.

[@LMTino]

The slide show at the beginning with the huge crowd was the stage where this was first played live, BEFORE the studio recording. Perfection in the studio with Freddie doing all the layered vocals...but LIVE the intensity and passion brought the rowdy crowd to near silence. Now you know what you have to do...after you feel better of course.

[@user-jw2ru9ho9l]

The live version is a must 💛

[@kuntumlaleanqueezer]

Every time I listen to this, I definitely get goosebumps…. Love love love this song soooo much ❤

[@pamelatriffon4408]

Very beautiful, haunting melody. Freddie’s voice is exquisite and by the way this is only Freddie. The harmonies are all Freddie. No one else. Freddie really wears his heart on his sleeve when he writes a love song.

[@lornapaningbatan711]

Love the song and Freddie's voice. So sweet! Freddie and his piano. Superb❣

[@leonprofessional600]

There are a huge number of outstanding performers and vocalists in the world. Freddie is on the side of this "list". He has an unrivaled union of soul and voice. Harmony and sincerity.

[@janicelsutton9437]

I love this, but his live solo performance at Hyde Park is absolutely stunning.

[@Marco-Duck]

One of the finest songs ever writen

[@josephinemonahan915]

Ah Mrs. Coach!.....I just adore the side eye you gave Mr. Coach about the caricature reference....it made me laugh out loud🤩

[@CoachCastTV]

I get that a lot from her. 😆 🤣

[@fontviewer507]

I'm with Mrs. Coach on this one. Amazing musicianship. Wonderful example of Freddie's passionate commitment to his music and message. Not something to listen to just any time. You need to be in the mood to listen with the same commitment that the artist is putting into it.

[@dtm9844]

Don’t stop me now official video is a must

[@andreakormosnekacso4804]

Freddie ensured us a small insight into his soul with one of the greatest love songs. It's beautiful, but I prefer the live version at the Hyde Park, just Freddie and his piano. To me, that one is more touching. I love ballads, but it depends on my actual mood, what I want to listen to.

[@anthonyclarke8085]

Just one of the serious versatility expressions a perfect band

[@G310590]

TOP BAND IN THE UNIVERSE

[@user-ik2uy8ef5z]

Queen - Live at Hammersmith 1979 | Sheer Heart Attack (REMASTERED 2022)

[@TenCapQuesada]

In the live version Freddie tells the crowd that they've got to listen to the words - you can see why!

[@juliannetomlinson]

Live version at Hyde Park 1976 is really beautiful.

[@seanculver8876]

Queen in the studio and Queen live are two different animals. I began listening about 1974, when I was 12. By the time I reached my peak admiration, I had absorbed their studio mastery, also… there was no live to be heard. When Queen Live Killers dropped in 1979 it was a letdown. We were like…’who cares and who needs it’, they were inferior versions of pure studio eloquence. Queen were STUDIO PERFECTION…more than any other band at the time. They were craftsmen, they loved the studio! Even when I saw them live in 1980, it was something vastly different than the “headphone experience”. Later, in the KZbin era, ‘Somebody to Love’ live at Montreal finally delivered the alternative, amazingly electric Queen experience. Ballads VS rockers? ….No! Effective or not effective is a better metric. Queen were decidedly diverse and excelled in many genres. That was their value.

[@RAl-rc7su]

So beautiful

[@hkynuts11]

Can not wait until you hear Barcelona. Freddie and Montserrat Caballe will give you chills.

[@debbie7505]

I think it’s amazing how many different genres he can right

[@user-jw2ru9ho9l]

Agree, Freddie is absolutely a genius songwriter!

[@bjw0515]

The harmonies are what draws me in to this! Plus it is a beautiful song lyric wise. Coach, I really think you will really like I Want It All. It is a rocker and the guitar is absolutely killer. I am sorry you did not like this. It is a beautiful song that Freddie had written.

[@CoachCastTV]

Music is an art and appeals to us all differently and I totally respect that this is well done and would appeal to many. 😊

[@user-wi2ds7ei1e]

Sie sollten sich den Song, Live anschauen!

[@sandrabutler8483]

It's mainly Freddie singing with himself, and he was the one who would generally do the art work on covers, it's very different from the live free concert in Hyde Park 1976

[@j0hnf_uk]

Millionaire's Waltz would be an interesting one to reaction to by Queen.

[@josephinemonahan915]

Thank you ....I hope you feel better soon....I know you will when you react to the live version of this song at Hyde Park😉.......and Mrs. Coach will love it too.....please don’t forget to react to the live version.....anyway keep on keeping on🤩

[@CoachCastTV]

Thank you so much!

[@depechemoderemastered20pl]

Freddie did all the vocals himself for this, like he did with "Love of My Life"

[@queenlassie5388]

Thank you so much Mr Coach for reacting to this song which would definitely make Mrs Coach happy. I think you should also listen to the live at Hyde Park version with Freddie only on the piano, telling the audience to listen 💕

[@GinMae]

Thanks for this, Coachies! There is also a solo version by Freddie, but this album version has the full harmonies and intentions.. outstanding! (I know it's not Mr. Coach's favorite style.. a true "ballad"- so emotional and beautiful... )

[@edlargent8383]

It's a shame you don't like ballads Coach but this is absolutely beautiful music. Just think about how much you love Mrs. Coach and let that love fill your heart as you listen to this. It should help you tolerate ballads like this one. Good reaction Coaches! I can't wait to see what song you choose next for reaction.

[@RabbiMalahkYah]

Just come across this channel today & wish I could give more than just one thumb up to the videos I've watched so far , Queen has their own genre of music. Much appreciated covering them ,beautiful music never fades or dies .

[@CoachCastTV]

We truly appreciate that. Something must have happened to the KZbin algorithm. We are getting several tell us they are new today. We love it! Never enough Queen fans!

[@The1queencollector]

I love this but with Queen you can listen to this then flip it around and listen to something really heavy like "Gimme the Prize", a Highlander extravaganza, Coach would love that one, Brian at his metal best

[@ederss7]

From the same album, Mr. Coach, your style: White Man written by Brian May.

[@sherryheim5504]

While this version of this song is laced with elaborate beauty, I prefer the stripped down live at Hyde Park version where it is just Freddie and his piano. I hope you feel better soon, Coach.

[@CoachCastTV]

Thank you!

[@user-tl6cy4ln4f]

I highly recommend you to react to the live version of this at Hide park

[@russwells1825]

You crack me up, Coach. Yes, ballads are slow, but such a beautiful song. Boomer Sooner...

[@aurorepinguet3115]

This song is the most beautiful declaration of love I've ever heard, probably writen for David Minns... ❤💛

[@bukeksiansu2112]

Progressive death black metal head l here but I love this song very much.

[@kellycrook543]

I like the live version of this at Hyde Park 1976 alot better. You should react to it

[@pamelatriffon4408]

Oh yeah you should give the live version in Hyde Park a try. Freddie had the audience mesmerized.

[@susanengland3919]

I much prefer the live version.

[@johnfallona4348]

Freddy did all the vocals in this one, similar to Nevermore in Queen 2

[@DRRwine]

You’re required to stop video a few times, but with this one, that’s working against you. This song’s magic is creating a mood, which is broken by the interruptions. It will grow on you with several listens. It’s intense. It’s highly emotional, but it only makes sense played start to finish. And it might bring chills on the day you truly “ get it”. Keep doing Queen, you guys are a lot of fun. The Innuendo album is loaded with amazing songs, but careful coach, they make shake your emotions a little. Cheers.

[@iris67si]

There is no need to stop the Queen song if you take it from their official site, it won't be blocked because Queen want their music to live.

[@EvanEllis-zp3nx]

Thanks for the reaction, hope you feel better soon😢

[@CoachCastTV]

Thank you!

[@soundofnellody262]

I usually feel more drawn to powerful songs, loud and energetic. But there is something about Freddie Mercurys voice that make Queens ballads really special to me. Of course this is not the right song if you want to work out :p

[@CoachCastTV]

LOL, true!

[@iris67si]

You really have to experience the live version of this song (Live at Hyde Park 1976). Coach, if you won't sense it then, there's no hope for you feeling the true balad ... 😅

[@CoachCastTV]

🤣

[@iris67si]

@@CoachCastTV ... please, please, please, give yourself a chance ... (if not, give your dear Mrs. Coach a chance to enjoy. You can quietly listen but no rolling eyes or heavy sigh, darling. 🤣)

[@lindastodola691]

Oh gosh please watch his live performance at Knebworth back in the ‘ 70’s- and kind Sit- no falling asleep to Freddie-😅 only if you are ill or it is intentional -😂

[@DonnaleaSpencer]

thanks for the reaction. It's beautifully arranged, but maybe over arranged once one sees Freddie debuting the song in it's unrecorded state, live in a concert! So, I really recommend for you to do a second watch of this by watching the totally stripped down version Freddie performs at "Live At Hyde Park 1976". It is just Freddie & a piano. Period. No layered harmonies. Nothing else. Please watch that one.

[@pamelatriffon4408]

At the end he was saying take my breath away at a different speed.

[@kellycrook543]

The Hyde Park 1976 live version is onlyFreddie and his piano. I prefer it, but of course queen performing live is so much better than this. You shoild react to it, it will blow you away.

[@Tara_S125]

Hi Mr and Mrs Coach, I don’t really care for this version and I understand Coach is not a ballad person, but I would ask you to listen to this song live from Hyde Park. It’s short, and it’s just Freddie and the piano. I’m hoping that you will at least appreciate Freddie’s live piano playing and vocals. The emotion that oozes out of him is unbelievable. It’s seems that he was singing this song to someone and I believe they were in the audience.

[@CoachCastTV]

Yes, that one has been mentioned as one to give a try.

[@crayzeewhorse]

Love a bit of Queen, not so much this song though, but still appreciate it, was meant to see them with Adam Lambert in 2015 but the festival got cancelled 😢 SLAUGHTER TO PREVAIL - VIKING 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@CoachCastTV]

Actually added "Viking" to the to-do list to record in the near future. LOL

[@crayzeewhorse]

@@CoachCastTV awesome can't wait for that!!!

[@bobby666666]

It's not just a ballad, but a Queen ballad. It was not issued as a single in the UK so the album is played in full. If not liked the track can be missed. As it happens I love it, I never skipped it. The piece at the end is just a Devway into the next song.

[@CoachCastTV]

Good info about what was happening at the end. Thanks!

[@bobby666666]

@@CoachCastTV apologies. I meant to say that I hope you and Mrs Coach get well soon. Thanks for taking the effort today.

[@CoachCastTV]

@@bobby666666 Thank you!

[@user-ik2uy8ef5z]

and sorry for my English which must not be perfect! philippe from France

[@jennifertaylor6197]

Can't deny those harmonies though. Queen has so many in their catalog. Still try "I want it All". This will be right up your alley, Coach. The guitar is magnificent in this one and written by Brian May, the rock god.

[@chicochi3]

Queen (QAL) are currently touring in Japan and Brian is speaking to the crowd in Japanese. Freddie was regularly the go-to ballad guy.

[@Canucklehead557]

Please get some help coach. I love you both. If you're in trouble look for some interjection.

[@CoachCastTV]

LOL!

[@asulhae141]

please react to EXID’s SOLJI performance compilation on King Of Mask Singer.. she is the only female idol that became a Winner for 5 consecutive weeks!!!

[@edlargent8383]

Coach, after watching this reaction again and hearing your discussion, I want to ask you a specific question .... Pretend you just met Mrs. Coach and you have fallen in love with her. What song would you play for her to demonstrate your love?

[@CoachCastTV]

Probably something like "Lick it up" by KISS. 😆 🤣 She knows that is true, by the way.

[@edlargent8383]

Oh I have no doubt. I just wondered what song you'd pick seeing how most love songs are ballads.

[@akki8024]

10th like 👍 Mr and Mrs Coach can guys react to Jeon Somi - Birthday MV , she is a Solo artist from YG , so you guys would love it , its an Upbeat song.

[@melody2378]

hi guys. quick question, when are you guys doing more ariana reactions?

[@CoachCastTV]

We have one recorded that will come in the near future.

[@cainealexander-mccord2805]

Hey Culligan Man! (Sorry. Your Calgon reference made me 8 years old again.) Hi folks! I hesitated before I stopped. Your drumbeat about hating ballads is borderline repellant, but hey, it's Monday, why not go all in? I don't know how to change your opinion, Coach, but as far as Queen is concerned, it helps a BUNCH if one hears it with the heart of a 12 year old girl. I'm nowhere near 12 anymore, but it stays just as it was all those years ago. Sadly, it isn't always like that. They do have a few songs that have tarnished over the decades (and one really terrible album) but on these ballads one can really get a handle on just how talented Freddie was. Mrs. Coach, you've got your cap on straight. Trying those heavier bands-even giving them a chance-puts you in the lucky stead of having a universe full of wonderfulness to discover. Coach, thanks for giving it a shot. Love you guys!

[@CoachCastTV]

Haha, Culligan man...wow, that's a blast from the past!

[@CFDavid847]

How boring the world would be if all music was fast…

[@denisepallin5316]

I agree with Mrs. Coach. But this isn’t one of my favorites. Live is pretty impressive tho. Hope Coach feels better.

[@CoachCastTV]

Thank you! Already doing better.

[@EdA1]

As much as I love 70s Queen, this is not one of my favorites… Might be interesting for you to know that this is from their fifth album A day at the races… With each album, they got more and more involved with layers and layers, and multiple vocals and overdubs and studio production… Which peaked with this album… The following album News of the world they did a 180 and simplified, changing their direction significantly. That album had We will rock you and we are the champions, etc.

[@CoachCastTV]

That's interesting to know. That's also two of their more popular songs.

[@user-ik2uy8ef5z]

Hello “coaches”, I would still like you to stop with the ballads of Queen! queen is not just a group that only writes ballads! It’s also a pure and hard rock band, I’ve been a fan of Queen since I was 13! I'm still sad to always see the same concert videos here....live aid....live at Montreal...live at Wembley Stadium! you have more legendary Queen concerts that have never been broadcast here, and it's a real shame! and that's why I want you to play some real Queen rock please! I am French and my name is Philippe I have been following you here since your first Queen video, so coach please me and for you too who are an AC/DC fan, you will not regret it! the song to comment on from you will be this one Sheer Heart Attack Queen Live at Hammersmith 1979 (remastered 2022) please please coach you will not be disappointed, I am a fan of yours and I kiss you!

[@CoachCastTV]

Thank you. We'll put this on the to do list. We have a more upbeat one also recorded coming soon. We appreciate your support!

[@aldebarankanon5870]

With all respect probably you just need to react to AC/DC which only has one riff for all their songs not everything is hard rock or guitars 🎸 you need to open a little more I was the same but there’s amazing music and genres.

[@thorrommel1155]

zzzzzzzzz.....zzzzzzzzz........".Keep yourself alive ", would be a better selection for a eye & ear opener....🙂

[@AyeshaAkhtar-it8gv]

Blackpink reaction😊

[@CoachCastTV]

Tomorrow

[@AyeshaAkhtar-it8gv]

@@CoachCastTV thank you😊

[@Sassypaws4927]

I am a fan of ballads but for some reason, this particular song never connected with me. Even though I recognize the beauty of this ballad, the song just never resonated with me.

[@Sloppylicious]

Meh 🥱 I really don't like this one 😴 This is 💤