Sir Elton John speaks about Freddie Mercury...

[@nince021]

I didn't need yet another reason to love Freddie but here it is.

[@pipesofpeace1]

Very nicely said.:)

[@KreativeSpinnerin]

I agree.Thank you for your beautiful words.

[@coltsfan79]

Amen

[@isacece1334]

Exactly!!!

[@linnycrocus6023]

You took the words right out of my mouth.

[@Locktwiste72]

Of course I never knew Freddie Mercury aside from his music, but from what I have heard Elton John, the late George Michael and others say, Freddie Mercury was a beautiful man, a generous man whose gift of voice and music together with the rest of Queen crossed the boundaries of race, color, and origin. Just like Earth, Wind, and Fire, Queen's music appealed to almost every human being on the planet. As vibrant and as outgoing as Freddie Mercury was, his bandmates all say he was a quiet man, a shy man whose flamboyance belied his near- introverted nature. I believe that. Thank you, Freddie Mercury, for the music, thank you, Queen, for giving this 1970's-born kid the perfect rock music to sing and dance to. And for those who harp on him because of his sexuality I will say this: I am a Christian, and I don't care what his lifestyle was, that's not my business. He gave me an awesome childhood filled with beautiful music, and the more I learn about him the more I love his beautiful spirit and his wonderful soul. Miss you, Freddie. Cheers.

[@jennyq4979]

That was beautiful, and well deserved by Freddie, thank you Lock.

[@cjm-jr9xk]

100% true

[@karlohaze5304]

Thank you lock of expressing this beautiful thoughts of yours about our Freddie. He was indeed beautiful soul! We still miss you Freddie ❤️

[@LynnMarieC-dl3fi]

Well said.. Thank you for expressing your christianity the way Jesus did. Never the judge, always with love❤ Freddie and Queen brought that same joy you explained to my life. Queen, Freddie, I THANK YOU ALL!

[@susanmansell7527]

Couldn't express my feelings any better, I loved Freddie to the end and even now I still miss and love him, his choice of partners was his business like my choice of a husband was mine, I hope he is resting in peace and in a better place than the one he has left behind...love you always Freddie.

[@linnycrocus6023]

Freddie was one of those people who was very brash and sassy and in your face on the outside but kind and sensitive on the inside.

[@juniorthornton3819]

One of a kind the greatest voice ever

[@nicosmeets1709]

Not many people in this world have the personality and behavior of Elton John. Not only his music but the respect for other people impresses me. I like his way of living. He made his own choice.

[@freddiemercury2075]

+Nico Smeets Sir Elton is a King among men. A genius of music, a thunderstorm of inspiration

[@tychomonolith1369]

+amadan9999 I am what I eat:)

[@richarddickerson5156]

+TYCHOMONOLITH13 Warning: Tryhard troll detected.

[@patrick-gz6xj]

And both are still better men than you will ever be... Hows that? In the eyes of the world Gay people are better than you will ever be.

[@fh276]

So must your's.

[@groberts03]

if elvis was the king of rock then freddy was "the god of rock"

[@anonymousmystery82]

Glen Roberts Elvis is nothing compared to Queen, he is merely a king, Freddie is a God!

[@sperera5916]

+lakefloor Kanye west can do

[@ONLYFOOLSNVIDEOS]

Elvis changed music forever, no doubt. But I don't think he had much talent. Great voice and a great interpreter of music. But that's it. The rest was pure charisma. He oozed it. The thing about Freddie was he had a great voice and charisma too. But what he had that elvis didn't which is a huge factor in music/show business was creativity. Freddie was an incredible songwriter and a damn fine musician

[@karenhilmy]

+Glen Roberts and Feddie was the Queen of Rock too. :-)

[@groberts03]

***** eitherway freddie touched a lot of people through out those years and that can never be taken away from him. god,king,or queen ( i think he would like queen of rock by the way antichrist2000 ) everyone knows who freedie was and who queen were.

[@PassTheMarmalade1957]

Freddie probably knew he wouldn't be around when Elton got that present. The way he just carried on with life and work even with his disease wearing him down was just incredible.

[@paxcat7865]

Freddie was great man, very magnanimous and high-minded. Standing face to face with death he thought about other people, especially his close friends.

[@axiomist1076]

Good gentle Freddie. Gotta love him.

[@elwoodcheek9328]

I absolutely love Freddy, who cares if he was gay? He was one of the best front mans ever.

[@aratrikdebnath2516]

Why care if ANYONE is gay?

[@martinweier505]

Everybody loves Freddie. The only realm of the departed is in the memory of those left behind, Freddie will live forever

[@LPJack02]

That is so true my friend

[@PianoBoy98]

What a lovely man. Gone too soon

[@ЕленаЗиновьева-э6я]

Words can't quite express how I love my dearest Freddie❤

[@katrinasangineto8120]

Freddie Mercury was a Genius! I believe one of the best voices of our time - his creativity unmeasurable - a true inspiration - confident but not arrogant - so humble - truly beautiful - watch on KZbin - Freddie...The Phenomenon Story - truly Genius!

[@moliehiletuka9123]

I love him

[@Xcorgi]

Kat Sangineto Absolutely. There will never be another like him.

[@michaelasquith9791]

Elton John had a love, and respect for Freddie Mercury, they were good friends, and it must have been hard for him to open his Christmas present from Freddie Mercury, in 1991, as Freddie Mercury died a month previously, and also I wish they did a duet like Queen did with another friend, who is also not with us, David Bowie. RIP Freddie, Mr and Mrs Bulsara, Freddie's partner, Jim Hutton, and not forgetting David Bowie. 😥❤

[@aleidagarcia5679]

El socio no su pareja jin

[@nickmichael5335]

I love that Elton's drag name is Sharon and freddie's was Melina...So Great!!!!

[@WMUH1]

I remember listening to a Rod Stewart interview in the late 70's, so I knew about the "Sharon" name. I believe Rod's drag name was "Phyllis."

[@Xcorgi]

The most bitter sweet present ever given. Could you imagine one of you friends dying then a month or so later recieving a Christmas gift from them? Poor Elton had to be in shock when this thing arrived.

[@jakfrost25]

Wow, what a man. Truly one of a kind, a legend on stage and off it.

[@caitlinbelforti870]

Thinking about others while facing a terrifying disease. What a tremendous and beautiful soul he was.

[@elissaschornstein5903]

Beautiful video showing just how incredibly kind Freddie Mercury was. Miss you Freddie everyday. x

[@susanorchard1994]

Elissa Schornstein all of Freddie's friends say he was a very kind, gentle and generous soul.

[@tonyjelken6252]

The greatest Voice in Rock n' Roll history

[@petyrkowalski9887]

What a lovely man Freddie was.

[@MicheleMJJ]

I love everything about Freddie...…..especially his kind heart and love for others. Love you always, Freddie.

[@KreativeSpinnerin]

Elton spoke out of my heart, there is nothing more to add.;-´(R.I.P. Melina (Freddie)God bless you my Darling.

[@carmelle127]

I always say Freddie was selfless because of the dignity, no selfpity he conducted himself with all through his sickness. Hearing what Elton said about the gifts Freddie left him take my breath away, in his darkest days, through his agonizing pain he thought of others, he did for others, he lived for others. To us he left the last most touching songs and videos, to the 3 surviving members of Queen more songs to go on with, to Elton the paintings. God find you a man after his own heart Freddie.

[@antonialong4415]

I'm just glad that I lived in Freddie's time.... So thankful for his Genius ♥️

[@Maddie-od8hy]

If I’m half as amazing as Freddie in my life time I’ll be so greatful. My god what an icon.

[@Lisa-pb3qp]

Love Elton and Freddie. Two wonderful reasons to give my childhood a more positive experience. 🌸💕

[@MaxPower-vf8kt]

THANK YOU!!!!!!! Growing up as a Catholic, Catholic school and hearing the passage "Not to throw stones" and "Don't judge" blah blah over and over again. Then I'd see my most "religious" friends doing just that. My happiest and saddest emotions came in one moment. I was sooo happy hearing my lifelong best friend, finally happy with himself, come out and be proud of being gay. Then hearing him tell me when he told our mutual friend, she slammed the phone down and never spoke to him again.

[@malgorzatapiotrowska9539]

To me freddie and elton are important person i Love them so much becouse they were good friends very warm sensitive man freddie is amazing elton has good heart he is warm charming little boy who is shy i fell in love with him do much. His warm deep romantic voice is the second after freddie voice. God bless him .

[@2Old2MinceWords]

Don't know why I haven't seen this before now, but THANK YOU for posting this, it's so touching. Sir Elton has such a good soul.

[@lorisherman1155]

This broke my heart 💔 such a kind soul! I'm glad Sir Elton talked about it

[@listeixeira1510]

Freddie is one of the best person who lived in the world.

[@Moonshine3991]

Awww, that's so adorable...! Freddie Mercury was an amazing person!

[@Stelpots]

Wow bless Freddie for doing that. How lucky his friends were to have him in their lives.

[@RocketQueenx18]

awww bless, I love Freddie, were all thinking of you Freddie! LOVE YOU! 20 years since the death of Freddie and we will NEVER forget you! xxxxxxxx

[@felipelaser1763]

What a beautiful soul. I hope your up there with some supergroup consisting of Hendrix and John Bonham John Entwistle and George Harrison, Freddie. You'll always be my favorite performer.

[@moliehiletuka9123]

Indeed

[@barristanselmy2758]

+Felipe Laser Winter.

[@jansanchez6]

i would die to see that band you just formed;)

[@chantelleadlington]

Felipe Laser what about John Lennon?

[@33Dakes]

Felipe Laser stop comparing those people to Freddie. Freddie was not only a once in a lifetime performer and musician, he was an amazing human being. Those others were not.

[@ladyofsaints8782]

Love their friendship. So would have loved to know a friendship that never dies

[@terrylancey5451]

I was never lucky enough to see queen in person. But, i grew to love them througj their music. As for Freddie, he'll always be my number one I just loved him. There will never be another like him. He gave us so much. I still watch videos of him almost every day. We miss you Freddie

[@ThomasRowbottom]

God I love Freddie and his generosity. He was the greatest man to live. And Sir Elton is great to!

[@stuzo666]

Freddy was a top guy , missed my many

[@nickrippon]

freddie was one of the most generous people ever, he gave to everyone

[@dianafallon9807]

So glad to see someone comment something positive. Sir Elton and Freddie Mercury two of the greatest men of Music ever!!! I'm so sick of labels for everyone. We are all human beings with something to offer the world some people more than others. Love me some Freddie gay/straight/bi or whatever.. And God or who ever you believe in created us all...

[@beautifuldisasater13YT13]

I love Elton and Freddie. Incredible! RIP Freddie!

[@IvoryMelodies86]

Sharon and melina.. that's so adorable. I can see those two divaing it up constantly enforcing eachother while their friends try to either make them stop or watch the show.

[@Sweetest666Sinner]

Amazing, both of them. I wish I was around to see Freddie, he was truly a treasure.

[@KubaaPOLAND]

Freddie Mercur and Elton John - two greatest musicians ever!!

[@shirtshine73blitz]

Thinking of Freddie makes me cry, but in a wonderful way.

[@jaggass]

Nobody gets over a death it just gets easier when they've gone. Ive lost alot of people in my life you never get over it.

[@Lauren_aida]

Thanks for posting, this is wonderful

[@PlanetNr4]

Well... As they used to sing... "Only the good die young...".

[@johnhutchinson9509]

Billy Joel

[@mikestrawn9582]

Love that Freddie who gave Elton that gift after he was gone. Freddie was a generous man. I would love the fans to stand up and tell Brian to reconsider Sascha

[@mikestrawn9582]

Want this movie to be the most in epic proportions. Think about it-who sends a Christmas gift to Elton John after his death? Freddie was phenominol as a human being. He should be portrayed as he was-someone who cared. Sas brings that. Someone talk to Brian-PLEASE. This film will be a legacy-It is important because Freddie will be remembered this way to future fans. HELP!

[@caitlinbelforti870]

You posted this a while ago but I wonder what you thought of the film. I feel that it was a very reductive and lazy biopic. Freddie's generosity and beautiful heart were not shown at all. It would not surprise me if Sir Elton didn't like it either.

[@jambolynn]

I miss Freddie desperately. He is irreplacable!

[@breakingglass6314]

thanks to Elton and everyone else who's fought this battle.

[@freddiesoverbite6162]

Even close to death he was completely selfless. THAT was Freddie Mercury.

[@Martty_4]

I think he inherited that warmth and love from his mum. His mum was raised in India and most w/o men in India are very warm .Most Indians are warm people.

[@SimonBKingOfficial]

Freddie was known as very genous. His vas wasnt the money, his life was music! And the friends that stood him close was able to take part of the cake..

[@GamingDragonFlower]

I wish the world could've kept Freddie much longer than 45 years...☹ That makes me sad. On the flip side, we had him for 45 years and music is better because of this.

[@RabuHina]

Well said! Finally! someone whom is Christian and can see that we are able to love this man for his talent and kindness not what he does in his personal life.

[@rprince418]

Let's also not forget "Let he who is without sin, cast the first stone." Everyone sins. It is not something we all TRY to do, but it happens. But that does not make us bad people. We are all given gifts from God, and Freddie was no exception. Without him and the rest of Queen, music wouldn't be the same. Freddie Mercury was a good man, and he will always be remembered.

[@theunknowncove]

God I love Freddie. Such a good person

[@sandysovie7040]

Love "Queen".

[@marklowe7431]

His legacy speaks for itself

[@Cainan1497]

Freddy was the epiphany of the "ugly duckling" Certainly not much to look at, at first, but when he opened his heart and mouth is where he turned into the swan. I can think of no other man in history that had such a wide vocal range. His vocal range could only be matched by his heart and concern for others. That is what makes him a legend in my eyes. Fly on thunderbird. (For anyone wondering about what I am referring to, look up Thunderbird from Quiet Riot) It's a very fitting song for all the great talent we have lost along the way.

[@amybeth5776]

Nicely said...but I think you meant epitome instead of epiphany :)

[@Myview246]

Really? I think as a kid he was probably an ugly ducking but as a man he was completely gorgeous to look at... even with the teeth! What beautiful bone structure he had plus those thick lips and dreamy eyes... Mmmm one of the most handsome men of all time in my opinion, gays were lucky!

[@amybeth5776]

Myview: I agree! He definitely got more handsome as time went by. :)

[@TheMartini1234]

Cainan1497 In case you were interested, Axl Rose did (he actually had a bigger range than Mariah Carey back in the day). David Bowie's was bigger, too- but I prefer Freddie's voice.

[@pamtime22]

Freddie ugly? I thought he was one of the most handsome men I have ever seen. Those deep dark brown eyes, dark hair and great body. His trademark teeth were super, which made his voice incredible. His funny sense of humor and then at times his shyness off stage endeared me to him. Yes and he had a big heart. I could go on and on. LOVE YOU FREDDIE!

[@10b23d93c]

What an amazing friend Freddie must've been. great vid. Thanx for sharing.

[@shalinshameer]

Why am I crying here?😢

[@The3Stooges]

I'm a Christian, and Freddie Mercury is my favorite song writer/singer of all time... and Queen my favorite band... I have tons of rare Freddie Mercury recordings... to all the so called "Christians" on here using this as a forum to throw stones, why don't you read your bible where it says "Judge not, and you shall not be judged: condemn not, and you shall not be condemned: forgive, and you shall be forgiven..." You are all just self righteous hypocrites and the love of Christ is not in you...

[@cjm-jr9xk]

I can’t tell you how meany people I correct about the verse in Leviticus. I always tell them, and you did here, you should never judge or discriminate somebody because they were born different. Would you discriminate an autistic kid because he is different? No. Why Gays and Bisexuals. Would God? No. And if God does something, we should follow his example

[@GodsUnrulyFriends]

I'm a Muslim, and I have similar beliefs. Allah is the judge and knows all things; not us.

[@The3Stooges]

@@GodsUnrulyFriends Nice to meet you my friend. Yes, I think both Christianity and Islam have a history unfortunately of trying to force EVERYONE to live by their beliefs/rules, and that only pushes people away. It's encouraging to know that open minded people like you are out there who don't try to be "God" themselves in condeming and judging others, especially those who are truly not hurting anyone. Peace to You!

[@The3Stooges]

@@cjm-jr9xk Yes, there are so many different interpretations of Leviticus... Most recently I read an article suggesting the scripture manuscripts in their original language may actually be condemning Man laying with young boys/children, if true it is then referring to what we call pedophilia. I have yet to research this claim at length. I'm curious as to what your beliefs are that you mentioned telling to others about Leviticus. I'm always interested in different people's thoughts/research on the matter. Thank you for your very thoughtful response. Peace to You!

[@cjm-jr9xk]

@@The3Stooges peace to you too, my friend

[@kevinburke6055]

Freddie is a legend. Best frontman of all time.

[@Jeaniz]

I wish more of the people who were close to Freddie would tell their own stories like this to counteract all the negativity found in reports of his life (promiscuity, drugs, infidelities, etc.) Obviously people close to Freddie loved him, and I wish they would talk about why.

[@michaelasquith9791]

I can't help, but feel sad for Sir Elton John, when he spoke about when Freddie Mercury bought him his last Christmas present. I think, in my humble opinion, Freddie knew he wasn't going to see the Christmas, of 1991, as he died, just a month before Christmas. What a thoughtful, great, generous, and kind man Freddie Mercury was. I love it, how all his circle of friends had ladies's name as nicknames, such as, Phoebe, (Peter Freestone, who was Freddie's agent). Sharon, (Elton John), Lauren, (Freddie's dearly departed partner, Jim Hutton). Also, and Melina, (Freddie Mercury, himself). RIP Freddie Mercury, and Jim Hutton. 😥❤

[@jazsminp1362]

Elton John is a very special friend to Freddie Mercury 😊❤😊❤😊❤😊❤😊❤😊❤😊❤😊

[@lindabyrley3836]

this brought tears to my eyes...how bittersweet

[@CharmCityMakeup]

[@TxSheWarrior]

SIR ELTON IS AMAZING! IT IS NO WONDER THAT HE STILL GRIEVES FOR HIS DEAR FRIEND..... THERE'S NO OTHER LIKE THE GREAT FREDDIE MERCURY!

[@curvy71]

Elton was a great frioend to Freddy.

[@DilipMuralidaran]

Great people, do wonderful things.

[@MicheleMJJ]

I miss Freddie so much, and will always love him with all my heart.

[@FAITHSanchez]

its 2019 and im watching thiss.. i miss freddie..

[@Kunoichi68]

Freddie was...not is a Great Man! I was young when he die, but you know ? Seen his dvds and knowing a little about him,is hard believe he gone. I'm crying seen about his life and shows. I love him...Freddie, dosen't metter if you are there in the sky, but i love you. With all my heart. You are a amazing person. You know it how live the life. Take Care dear.

[@laurenpaterson3475]

Nice of him to say this so many people slag off the dead he great show how generous Freddie was

[@JosieReddingtonDeSanta]

Freddie was called Melina.

[@xyaqua]

God love you Sir Elton, we all loved freddie, but your celebrity carries the burden of sharing your thoughts with the public. Thanks for being brave enough, and caring enough about freddie and his fans, to share with us. You are a really class act, I'm so glad Freddie had yu as a friend.

[@jerryhamer]

I pray that there is a heaven. To be able to see my family and the stars you looked up to.

[@Quiet_One]

"Dear Sharon... Love Melina." Is that an inside joke or something?

[@jenniferminor2743]

Yes. They gave each other alter ego names.

[@ellielouise6247]

Yes, Fred gave all his close friends girly nicknames, I remember one being called Phoebe

[@bengray5013]

Ellie Louise yeah Phoebe is Peter Freestone, he was Freddie's personal assistant for many years

[@ellielouise6247]

ben gray That's it. Wasn't Brian called Maggie?

[@MrCamrox97]

Quiet One Yeah alter ego names to his friends who were the closest to his heart basically, so he gave them female names. His PA Peter Freestone was Pheobe, Elton was Sharon, he had a black friend named 'The black bitch' another one called Daisy and so on, if you watch Freddie's Loves you'll hear more about it. It's quite funny aha

[@Lonely3rrior]

Elton what? Freddie is the Man.

[@gaiarossi2702]

oml I love both them so much, my heart can't cope

[@BirdsAtDaybreak]

beautiful

[@dnt9217]

Freddie is so sweet!!!

[@mrsandygibb6107]

He without sin cast the first stone. I am so thankful that the FINAL Judge is God & not ignorant human beings. FM u gave us ur ALL & for that we THANK U. Keep singing with the angels. LV U

[@garethwilliams5327]

He was gay, so your god would of sent him to hell. God sucks ass

[@superskiier50]

+Gareth Williams Incorrect, for something to suck ass it must first exist.

[@estheruca1976]

@lguvieira Thank you very much for write the words that Elton say !!!

[@kateoliveira550]

He was só kind.... a legend! 💛

[@delilahm9692]

I think Freddie was really a beautiful person

[@OnePineTree]

Oh boy... how I miss him!!!

[@supertuesday600]

Freddie we miss you...

[@cait72590]

That was kind of moving. That's why I love Freddie so much. I love what he did and his entertainment and all the wonderful music he brought us. But these little bits and pieces about him, as a person, that I've gathered show me that if I knew him I probably would have really liked him as a person. He seemed generous and kind and loving. Not like other rock stars, where you love there music but in real life they are most likely assholes.

[@hollylynn9322]

Very sweet 🎁

[@frizzylizzy1962]

I love elton john too!!

[@bobm3393]

Guess some people do not know that is it a lot easier to love than to hate .

[@MacBloscaidh]

It is not Queen without Freddie. I agree completely.

[@kevinlowe7795]

always did love freddie mercury

[@69LOLIN]

love freddy!

[@Truckergunners]

Wow i remember watching this in 99-00