How did I not know about this HISTORIC performance? | Queen's Somebody to Love in Montreal 1981

"You're a legend, Freddie."
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[@jamiem4941]

Hi, I’m Jamie M and I want to thank you so much for playing my requests. You have a great channel and great appreciation of good music. I don’t adhere to one genre, just like good music for the sake of good music! I’m old enough to have seen Queen with Freddie in concert at least a dozen times and at the time it felt life altering! Queen are my all time favorite band! Thank you, I am really enjoying your channel!

[@SebsDuran]

So much love your way!

[@jamiem4941]

@@SebsDuran Right back at you!

[@siep6922]

bjork- bonkers but brilliant - Big Time Sensuality. PLEASE trust me on this.

[@JaneReRe]

❤

[@bazstravels8986]

4 guys who could write, play, sing and entertain… John Deacon on bass vastly underrated, Brian May simply a guitar god, Roger Taylor one the best drummers who could sing too and then Freddie leading us all, including the audience. No synths until BoRap. Saw Queen many times in 70’s & 80’s, always a brilliant show that left you wanting more.

[@thomasjacques5286]

Roger Tylor's drumming and background vocals are epic. There was NO electronic or FAKE trickery used, just 4 lads playing their hearts out.

[@nicolezuidema8070]

Roger Taylor is so underrated!!!

[@neiltidd9817]

​@@nicolezuidema8070 VERY VERY UNDERRATED

[@arnodobler1096]

​@@nicolezuidema8070 true

[@jessicatennis5318]

And Roger Taylor makes a very good looking girl!!! 🤪

[@FEARYOYOYO]

@@jessicatennis5318it’s ridiculous 😅

[@MizCriz46]

Because Freddy played several instruments, he was asked in an interview what was his favorite to play. He said, "The audience, darling."

[@tomfloriot8761]

That is so true about playing the audience, he got love from them by giving it, it probably helped him through some tough times of loneliness in his heart ❤️

[@sithompson3465]

The Greatest frontman of all time.

[@bexanne99]

Best response ever!!

[@JM-zk9ou]

Perfect response

[@wtfesme235]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@davidbarlow431]

John Deacon is probably the most overlooked rock bassist ever. He was superb and deserves far greater recognition.

[@KenFullman]

He wouldn't want it. He's a real an introvert.

[@Doooooooooooood]

He's super quiet and wants to be left alone. Did what he done and that's it. Doesn't want any media attention

[@rw9019]

Deaky was an accidental rock star

[@paulmichaelfreedman8334]

@@KenFullman Some psychologists believe he's on the ASD spectrum. Which does fit his behaviour.

[@Catstales4you]

Amen

[@dharleyfan1]

For those of us that grew up in the 70's and 80's we had THE BEST MUSIC, EVER WRITTEN AND PERFORMED, IN HISTORY, PERIOD. Hundreds of amazing bands, and thousands of amazing musicians, and song writers. Those times will NEVER be matched again. Nothing even comes close.

[@johnlove7224]

Also, super brains

[@ashleylovelace7818]

Yes it makes me sad to be born in 87. I so wish I was born sooner but luckily I had a dad who loved rock and was a drummer in his own band so I got to grow up listening to the best time in music and queen was my dad's favorite. RIP dad. Also my favorite. I always tell ppl it makes me sad that rock isn't here no more besides the old music that still gets played on the oldie rock station. I don't understand what happened to rock. It just kind of faded with the 90s. But I agree best Era of music ever

[@judybloom8862]

You're a newbie to Queen. I'm 77 years old and am still amazed, enthralled and get the chills when I watch Freddie on stage! Enjoy all the great music from back in the day!

[@myowndrum286]

"I won't be a rock star. I'll be a legend" - Freddy Mercury - I was at this concert and right in the 8th row to see this performance! One of the best memories of my life, to be sure. All the backing vocals are real too.

[@JM-zk9ou]

He was so right.

[@judybloom8862]

Good for you!!! I never got to see them.

[@megmc5683]

WOW!😊

[@sylviamcquillan3541]

Freddie forever ❤️

[@JuliaF60]

❤❤❤❤

[@marywebster2488]

I’m 73 and swooned over Queen and Freddie Mercury for many years. Thank you for playing this. One of my favorites! ❤

[@janetburrows137]

This is when people could actually sing live with no gimmicks and stuff. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@denisepallin5316]

No backing vocal tracks… just Roger, Brian and (rarely)John. Pure talent and chemistry

[@rosahzusberger6623]

Effectivement toute la magie de ce groupe réside dans leur symbiose leurs harmonies vocales. Inégalés ❤❤😢

[@AUSinCH]

Right -- Freddie was recorded as saying once that he was fortunate to be ina band with two of the best singers in the world (or words to that effect). He was referring to Roger (who has remarkable command of the upper range and a great falsetto) and Brian, who has a very decent rock voice. Both have forged strong solo careers outside of Queen. John never sang on any Queen studio album but did very occasionally contribute to backing vocals live (but really shouldn't have!). Hw was very capable on bass but his stand-out talent and contribution to Queen was his brilliant songwriting, with most of his songs that were recorded on Queen albums going on to be hit singles.

[@neuralmute]

It's often been said that Brian and Roger could have fronted any band in the world, except for the one that they were in.

[@backgroundmusik]

Not to mention the sharpness that comes from being on tour

[@JohnnyLaps]

Never John,even when it appears he is singing,he isn't.

[@kellycrook543]

QUEEN....PURE talent! Freddie didn't have voice training, his was God given talent.

[@gigiof10]

That's not showing off, that is PURE TALENT of FREDDIE and the GUYS!!!

[@user-uz2zp6sf9o]

Oh yes!

[@iongeana4094]

Sebs, i like you….FREDDIE is the KING of QUEEN…i saw him in ,85…live…for me is the KING….Thank you for all..FREDDIE IS ALIVE…for me!

[@alphaandomegaministry2718]

Freddy - THE greatest male vocalist ever PERIOD.

[@janbow5124]

Freddie Mercury was born to perform. He was such a talented man with a fabulous voice and could hold that audience in the palm of his hand. He was so loved and still is.❤

[@JaneA544]

Freddie and Queen were master entertainers, master musicians, no backups no tricks just them

[@andyreeves616]

Totally agree👍🏻

[@johngraham5996]

how do you mean "freddie mercury and Queen"? john, brian and roger were not freddie's backing band!! its Queen, there is no freddie mercury AND Queen!! 👑✊🇬🇧

[@Helen.65]

​​@@johngraham5996You are right. Freddie always said that himself.

[@louhollingsworth1273]

Freddie had a voice that was so powerful and incredible! There’s no one can touch him as far as vocals. His vibrato was impeccable! This group was the best ever. Freddie held the audience in the palm of his hand. He was the best frontman ever! There will never be another Freddie! Thank goodness we still have their music!

[@pattylisk6170]

Four musical geniuses . Queen was Freddie and Freddie was Queen.

[@susanengland3919]

Roger and Brian were both singing, but the high notes are all Roger. Freddie once said that only dogs could hear Roger's highest notes. This was Freddie's favorite song.

[@nesimusic9153]

Not all high notes are Roger's,Freddie sings beautiful high falcettos!!!!! Not to forget!!!

[@Sacred_Silence]

@@nesimusic9153 We're talking about background vocals. The high pitch is always Roger, it's impossible for Freddie to sing background while singing lead lol

[@Grimlock1975]

Freddie was a once in a generation talent, often imitated but never equalled. Roger Taylor was amazing on backing vocals on loads of Queen songs :)

[@tdearsan]

Roger is one of my favourite singers

[@kathrynmitchell4344]

This song was inspired by Freddie's love for Aretha.. He spoke about her & her gospel album,Amazing Grace. He said it was one of his favorites. He wanted to work with her , but she didn't reach out to him. He ŕecorded & performed with one o f his other favorites. Montserrat Caballet, the great opera singer. In 1987-88. You should react to their album & video. Barcelona. Freddie composed & performed opera for it. It's magnificent & astounding,!❤

[@tracylove3937]

And Brian May is one of the best guitarists of all time (imo, and Rolling Stone Magazine's top 100 guitarists as well)

[@nesimusic9153]

​@@kathrynmitchell4344I think Freddie didn't want to work with Aretha so hard,He Just max.did would Like to work with her Said once He could IT do better Than G.Michael. When Freddie really wanted to do Something He could IT realize IT.😊

[@ashleylovelace7818]

Yessssss Barcelona love it

[@Canucklehead557]

Freddie always gave 200%. Roger always had Freddie's back, so did Brian and John. They were a unifide force. I started listening to them in the 70's. I'm happy you found them. They will make your life more complete, complex, and considerable. Chase the rabbit down the hole. You won't be disappointed.

[@rapsack7058]

Yea, it is group of 4 highly educated, high IQ and extremly talented guys, who were totaly dedicated to their music. They all come from healthy housholds. Normal drama free upbringing. They all have/had healthy normal personalities. ANd that was the foundation that this group could build such a strong team, where realy no member can got exchanged.

[@jerrysully6972]

I was lucky enough to see Queen once in 1980, & twice in 1982. I've seen many bands since. None of them can top Queen! My all time favorite band!!!

[@donnahajos7219]

Baby it's ALL them!! Instruments, vocals and personalities!!

[@JaneReRe]

I cannot imagine my life without Queen, I was born in 66 it's the soundtrack of my childhood, the best thing about Freddy's voice is that no matter how many times you hear it, you still get the feels, 😊 watching just now gave me goosebumps for over 50 years now. He never disappoints.

[@user-cv7fb2om4c]

Queen ❤❤❤.

[@HanahLoo]

Mine too, but I grew up in the 80’s listening to their tapes. I listened to them every day after school for years. I get chills every time I listen to their music. It’s so beautiful and inspiring every time I hear it.

[@buckeyegirl16]

Thank you for noticing and calling out Roger Taylor killing it on the vocals in this performance...it's missed by a large percentage of reactors ❤❤❤

[@bydavidmitchell]

So true. Roger's vocals are incredible here.

[@MrToverson]

FREDDY,YOU DO BRING THE HAPPINESS AND BRING A SMILE TO EVERYONE❤❤❤🎉

[@adelecaruth8159]

Queen are their own backing vocals. This sound cannot be duplicated… ❤️

[@carolmckissock8366]

There is absolutely nothing inadequate about Queen's backing vocals. The band worked extremely hard and produced amazing vocals and stunning harmonies. After all, harmonies are Queen's absolute trade mark .

[@Armyaunt73]

Queen was 1 of the greatest bands of all time. I can only imagine what other amazing songs they would have created if Freddy didn't die.

[@katrinacash6393]

The most prominent backup vocal you hear is provided by the drummer, Roger Taylor, which you will see singing by himself toward the end of the performance. He's got a fantastic voice, as does Brian May, but Roger's voice is pretty amazing. He has a very high falsetto that you really hear in Bohemian Rhapsody but also has a great raspy rock voice. The "call and response" section that sounds like gospel is because Freddie wrote this song as a tribute to Aretha Franklin and her style of music. The original official video is pretty amazing too!

[@mollyhall2954]

Amen! And Freddie said if he did a duet with Aretha, it would be her singing and at the end he would just be saying "Ahhh!"

[@CarinaPiersay]

Freddie was a musical genius whose voice is iconic and unmatched. He had his demons. Gone way too soon. RIP Freddie

[@kevinvernon5851]

Back then this is the way music was done, it was real and if you weren't good enough to play it live you would not last. It's a absolute shame what has happened to music. It's not the fault of the youth of today, it's the industry that cranks out cheap synthetic crap.

[@rhondabevolo958]

RIP Freddy Mercury. One of the best voices ever. Such a powerful voice and fantastic entertainer. We all miss you Freddy ❤❤

[@Melly01]

This concert was '81, but the song came out in '76. I saw them as a teenager in '78 and they sang this. They were incredible - and yes, they were part of the soundtrack of my formative years. We absolutely did have great music ... There was nobody else like Freddie, though. ❤

[@nair_sahab]

Most underrated Queen song - who wants to live forever.

[@omarsoliman2355]

Mercury was a great musician. One of the best rock singers we ever had. He brought Bohemian Rhapsody to the group and described each section to the band,... the headbanger part, the opera part,..... UNBELIEVABLE!!!!

[@susanhinshelwood812]

The greatest live performance of a song there will ever be, 42 years later with all todays musical trickery no one has come even close to this epic performance.

[@garyconyers-davies5781]

You think this is better than Live Aid 1985?

[@josie3028]

Soooo true 👍

[@user-xg5lk7vl4y]

Just four guys making music. Legends

[@wadebennett2301]

Freddie is 1 of the greatest Rock n Roll frontmqn of all time.

[@sellysnyman294]

Now you know why we oldies know our music. We had the best to listen to and dance and sing to. I'm telling our parties was epic with this music. I'm from South 🇿🇦

[@pamjungina1601]

I have watched this performance over and over. It continues to amaze me. Four extremely talented musicians, and a frontman who is a legend. His VOICE ❤️

[@carrie1032]

Roger the drummer was a fantastic vocalist and a good songwriter

[@sandyhickey8236]

The world lost a great singer when we lost Freddie there will no one that can replace him.

[@lindyashford7744]

There has been no one else in the music world whose death affected me so much, I think that is because he always seemed so perfectly in the moment and intensely alive. It seemed impossible for that to be gone. It made us all feel more alive with him. I am always glad his performances have been kept available, while sometimes the world around him seems to have dated Queen hasn’t seemed a part of that. I was only reading a couple of days ago about how much he was loved, by so many who knew him well, and how much he loved them too. Thinking back he did so much for diversity too, he crossed so many barriers, in fact he just lifted them as if they never existed, because he was so amazingly talented that very few could resist him!

[@jmcc199]

All the 70s musicians were Masters. No technological trickery - just pure talent and stage presence

[@desertdee1]

The entire band can sing, they are all masters. There is nothing fake, take my word. :)

[@kimking6036]

During their 20 mins on stage at Live Aid. Freddy actually leads the audience in a vocal warm up! He has them right there with him. Did you know, after Freddie passed, Queen wrote a song as a tribute to him. It's called Only the good die young. It's beautiful ☮️

[@majvit9271]

I read it was good for Freddie's voice too. They had been on a tour and Freddie had problems with vocal cords or something.Doctors had advised him not to sing.The vocal warming up with the audience-who didn't come to see queen because it wasn´t known Queen would perform that day-was also a break for Freddie's voice.And exercises like this is good for the singers voice.

[@roberthudson1959]

The Montreal show, spectacular as it is, is only Queen's second-best performance. The LiveAid show is widely considered THE best live performance in rock history, even 35+ years later.

[@bwayne1994]

Clarification: "No-One But You (Only the Good Die Young)" is the Queen song. "Only the Good Die Young" was written by Billy Joel.

[@dis7817]

What other group will the audience sing the song to the singer!! Don't people go to concerts to listen to the singers? Many times the audience sang for Freddie!

[@neuralmute]

@@dis7817 Every time they played 'Love Of My Life'!

[@stellamorgan482]

No backing vocal tracks needed for Queen. Roger Taylors voice is amazing...and Brian May's also.

[@causticchameleon7861]

There was NO trickery, no added vocals, no electronic manipulation of any kind. This is what they sounded like live pretty much every single time. I grew up with this band and many others. They all lived and died by their own talent and nothing else.

[@lindasmith4171]

I was 21 when I saw them in concert. I will never forget what a special night!❤

[@AnnaMarie66]

Definitely a MUST for you to watch the entire 20 minute Live Aid concert! Nothing like you’ve ever seen! Mesmerizing LEGENDS! And No auto tune!! 🥰♥️🎶

[@michaelhilborn4204]

All the other big-name acts at Lve-Aid admitted Queen stole the show.

[@spikebeans9563]

This is their 2nd best live performance ever. Live Aid being number one. In this one, Roger's (drummer) vocal capabilities shines, and he and Freddie were in perfect harmonize on this one. Magical. Epic performance. Thanks. Enjoy.

[@mm37too]

I'm not so sure about that. There was this one night in Abilene...

[@kilgore1863]

If u think this is the 2nd best live performance of theirs, then you havent listened to any of the bootlegs...The fact that this performance is, in their standards, just a good, decent version is a testament to what they were capable of. Listen to the first night version of this song (This filmed version is the second night) and you'll be blown away.

[@t0dd000]

I remember watching live aid. And then years later watching the tribute concert after he died. Amazing.

[@cherylschultze1713]

The greatest band of all time❤

[@banadverts3442]

Queen are amazing. They are the only band to not only be I'm the rock n roll hall of fame but to have each member of the band individually in the songwriters Hall of fame

[@TheHaplorhine]

Not only was Freddie a consummate musician but as a student of graphic design, he drew the face on the drum and designed Queen's logo!

[@dis7817]

I think he designed most of the costumes worn and stage designs. Just a guess.

[@neuralmute]

@@dis7817 He did - he'd also studied fashion design when he was in art school, and he even made some of their early stage costumes himself. Keeping in mind that Brian May had built his own guitar, (the famous Red Special), and John Deacon had built a special amp for Brian too. Queen were collectively brilliant as a band.

[@snewhouse13]

Queen is ALWAYS best live!!!

[@pamcastleman5828]

I'm so lucky to be same age as queen and at 74 I'm still listening to Queen everyday ! I love all their songs. Play stone cold crazy! You'll love it😊!.

[@russellodonoghue]

Freddie was quirk of nature, a total genius.....they'll never ever be anyone like him again....

[@pennyanderson3475]

I was lucky. Grew up in the seventies and had the likes of Queen, Journey, Boston, Kansas, and so many more to listen to. Honestly, we took them for granted because it was an abundance of riches back then.

[@paranormalskeptic3893]

Great comments ! We were so lucky. I was obsessed with Boston, their first album is a masterpiece. Also a great band live, got to see them in 1976 or 77 at Madison Square Garden, memory is fuzzy lol. Happens when you get old. Some great bands of the 70’s to add to your list, Led Zeppelin and Aerosmith. But to this day, Queen was the best concerts (saw them twice) I’ve ever been to, legendary.

[@vickiewiseman7112]

Same here! OUR 🎶music was best! And add Eagles to that list! ♥️😉✌

[@Coxinger]

One of the greatest frontman and rockbands of all time! We miss you, Freddie!!!

[@Lilyofthevalley377]

You won't beat a live show by Queen! What you hear is what they perform. No tricks.

[@conniescrochetedcreations]

Freddie! There will never be another Freddie! Queen forever! I agree with you - Master Musicians!

[@josephpavone4574]

This is why we miss him so much incredible talent, incredible voice

[@sherryheim5504]

Freddie wrote this song as a nod to Aretha Franklin who he totally admired. This performance is flawless, every band member is spot on. Roger is amazing on the back up vocals as is Brian. I love this performance, imagine being in that audience. Another outstanding live performance by Queen is "White Queen" live at Odeon, Hammersmith 12/24/1975, you should check it out for yourself or as a reaction if you so choose. The instrumental portion of that song will absolutely blow you away and Freddie's vocals are immaculate. Thank you for your reaction.

[@jimmyliveslife6287]

I got to see them on 4 of their tours. They are my all time favorite band!

[@kristenkrueger5527]

I did grow up then and I loved Queen!! But Supertramps music 🎵 is absolutely beautiful. .. I am 62 and I still go back and listen to Queen , SuperTramp , Rush, deep purple .. I wasn’t a disco listener but I have to have talent and lyrics 🎶🎶💐🫶🏼 thank you for doing Queen 🫶🏼I absolutely love Freddie ❤️‍🩹

[@johntaylor4275]

I was so blessed to be able to see them in Providence RI in 1976! Best show I’ve EVER seen!!!! They were awesome!!

[@maggieschulz6766]

Freddie was never married to Mary, but they did stay friends till the very end, and she inherited a very large portion of his estate. Check out Love of my Life he wrote for her and then Live Aid was epic.❤❤❤

[@Deam7666]

Every member of the band was a master and all the other voices you hear are from all the other band members and could never ever be recreated-pure genius 🥰🖤

[@pattydella4]

What you said about us being lucky to have had Freddie and to have the technology to hear his voice whenever we want is so true!!!! Ill remember that the next time I'm down about having lost him too soon! ❤❤❤

[@patriciabilinkas3911]

Freddie wrote this song, and it was his favorite.

[@fatbottomgirl2495]

Queen was my band, and still is. Pure talent….100% Queen. Pretty sure Superman wore a Queen shirt during this performance

[@kellycrook543]

This song performed live at Milton Keynes 1982, is probably my favorite performance.

[@jerig2820]

U gotta watch live aid and they're performances there. They killed it!! And it was being shown on tv's around the world!! When they performed, Freddie could work the crowd like no other!! It was perfection!!!

[@suedarling9475]

I graduated in 1981! What great music! Just pure talent!

[@lynnedev1920]

Freddie’s voice was a beautiful instrument.

[@loucrawford3980]

Watch him sing Love of my Life .....LIVE - it is magnificent!

[@danworstall620]

WOW, huge Queen fan but have never seen this particular performance. Awesome!!! Thanks

[@GrafindeKlevemark]

This is what live music is all about !!!!

[@lisapierce8118]

The whole band can sing. The drummer hits the high notes. All so talented

[@58jennypenny]

THE best band of all time...

[@krisschobelock4973]

This song and Bohemian Rhapsody I never get tired of listening to!!! Amazing!

[@michelinesims]

Hi , I am Gisele Sims writing on my twins computer so a little confusing. I would think you would be blown away if you did reaction to Bohemian Rhapsody .I am 61yrs old and still play Queens music all the time , they made a film about Freddie Mercury and Queen called Bohemian Rhapsody same name as the song . I cried alot watching it , but so wonderful hearing all their music it was brilliant you won't be disappointed, cheers from Australia

[@carolynhague7199]

I Saw Queen live 3 Times...they Always hit notes live

[@ToddCoy]

Freddie had an angelic,super powerful voice.best ever.

[@dorothydickinson7976]

Im 71 and blast up the radio when Queen comes on, one of my favorite bands saw 16hours of live aid queen were the greatest the world lost a true musical magician, and gentleman when freddy passed, god rest his soul.

[@stefanboskovic4724]

I did grow up in the 70's and Queen were my band without question. Finally got to see them live in 1986 at Knebworth Park in the UK. Turned out to be their last ever live show in the UK. I feel so lucky

[@HanahLoo]

You’re so lucky, I wish I could have been to one of their concerts. They’re my favourite of all time.

[@josephinemonahan915]

Thank you for a great reaction...Freddie wrote this song as a tribute to Aretha Franklin, whom he admired...he had hoped that she would sing it one day🤩

[@williamberven-ph5ig]

All 4 members are top of their game. Roger shines in this rendition. What a talent.

[@fl-g15ramirezscullylou87]

What makes Freddie Mercury a LEGEND? His voice, stage presence/best frontman ever, his charisma, and just his overall personality. Oh his very dedicated fans as well, coz I've actually seen a youtube shorts video about Freddie Mercury and BTS imitating his chant for the crowd and it was a bad imitation that people started dissing BTS coz they said it was very disrespectful to Freddie, and no matter how much insult BTS members get in the comments, you will see no BTS fan insulting Freddie coz they were also a fan of him. I mean c'mon Freddie is literally loved by everyone. BTS fans stand no chance to Freddie's fans. He was THAT loved.

[@gailgreet-wheeler933]

The greatest showman ever queen the most amazing band unrivalled unbeaten ❤️

[@howardkip99]

No he wasn't the greatest showman ever,how about Sinatra or James Brown or Chuck Berry or Jagger or little Richard or Michael Jackson ? He was a great performer but not the best

[@maryannkelley6808]

No auto tune, no tricks, just raw talent... this whole concert is amazing. but so is the Magic Tour concert at Wembley 1986...in fact, I've yet to see a bad live performance from Queen. They have some pretty amazing music videos as well. They do every genre from rockabilly to metal to opera. Definitely something for everyone.

[@anne-mariesindruprix4792]

Yes- they wen't on in the studio producing records - but without promotional tours it was vital to make videos. There are many.

[@amandawade6148]

This is totally raw!!! Totally live!!! Queen was in a league of their own!!!❤️

[@lorijohnston4311]

We are indeed so lucky we got to have Freddie Mercury. I actually prefer this live performance to the studio version of this song, that's how amazing Queen was.

[@elainejones2092]

This is one of the best live performances EVER.

[@janetgorman4579]

That is Freddie in his glorious four octave range, Roger Taylor's backup vocals are also incredible. I was fortunate enough to see them perform at Live Aid in London on 13JUL85 and I will never forget that experience.......I am looking forward to seeing Queen w/ Adam Lambert in Toronto on Oct 8th this year. Love, love, love their music!

[@henryisthere]

Adam Lambert is an exceptional choice for a new front man. He’s got the talent, charisma, vocal range, and passion to make it work. He’s not Freddie, but he’ll deliver!

[@scipio7837]

Still have my Queen vinyls... courted my beautiful wife singing 'You're my best friend."

[@azizaibrahim1155]

Dr Brian May totally rocks !!!! He’s the perfect foil for Freddy. Freddy is sublime !! ❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦Thank you, Seb. Loved them for ever ( about 4 decades ) !!!!! ❤️Loved your face while you were watching ! ❤️

[@laurenhuntsinger9170]

Watching genius in action is so rare. I love watching you and others keeping the appreciation of Queen alive.

[@Games-N-Things-by-Treyvalyn]

Generational talent. All that can be said. No one has ever been able to duplicate him and never will. One of the greatest vocal range singers ever. And like you said he knew how to play the crowd.

[@bonniesmithbonbon5312]

After Live Aid .. this is epic!!! Freddie broke his microphone stand once.. and loved how he played with it... so from then on... He used a stand like that... like playing a guitar... etc.

[@TenCapQuesada]

I know everyone recommends the awesome Live Aid concert, but for me you can't really beat Wembley, particularly the Saturday version. All the iconic songs, Freddie's great eeh oh with the audience, not forgetting Brian's virtuoso guitar solo from Brighton Rock... plus the " revisited" version of In The Lap of the Gods. If you're going to react to Live Aid, though, please make sure it's the version that doesn't cut the ending! Oh, and I should also mention Freddie's operatic turns with Montserrat Caballe. You really will see how versatile he was.

[@True_Heretic]

From great sadness can come great beauty. Freddie was the best poet of his time in that sense. And so much more, of course. Without the other band members I think he would have still become a huge success. But that band by itself was really special. With Freddie it just seemed like genius echoed from every single note played and sung.

[@dragondane4807]

It is the band, doing the vocals!

[@janetpugliesi3203]

To me Freddie=genius and always will...just 💕 him..his music 🎵🎶 is just pure POWER!!!