George Michael's Isolated LIVE vocal has to be heard to be believed!

Tonight we're going back to 1998 to have a listen to George Michael's isolated live vocal during his performance of 'A Different Corner'.
PERFORMANCE VIDEO - • George Michael - A Dif...
TIME STAMPS -
0:00 Intro
1:03 Isolated Vocal
2:17 Analysis Start
3:42 Tonal Balance
7:26 Pitch Consistency
11:38 Backing Singers Dynamic Appreciation
14:30 Phil Palmer
17:05 Vibrato Control
19:23 Reverb
20:46 Mic Technique
22:30 Backing Singers Vibrato
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[@marcosolimene9261]

George was probably the best male vocalist of our times. His MTV Unplugged performance was simply flawless, I never heard someone singing like that. He was blessed and he was a blessing to us.

[@Lee-wi9cz]

No probably about it This proves he is on a different level to anyone else

[@julielivingston3760]

George was absolutely brilliant. Such a talented artist. Easily the best male vocalist for me. So sadly missed.

[@laxarus3259]

I remember an old interview with him where he said that he practiced a LOT before those performances to get his voice in perfect shape. He said it was extremely difficult to hit those notes perfectly so he had to practice. Huge respect!

[@silverhawk1169]

You are forgetting Tom Jones! The best vocalist of our times!

[@suzannejane1035]

George had - hate to mention him in the past tense - one of the best vocals of anyone who ever sang a note. Amen. I saw him 11 times live and he was always better than the records he made, and that is in itself amazing. Thank you Fil, you're fab and are so knowledgeable to inform those who may think George was just a 'fluff' pop singer . More accurate than the wonderful Karen Carpenter? wow! xx

[@carlopontevolpe4786]

Me too, will never accept the past tense on George. 😢

[@krollpeter]

@@tanyanelson8780 I dare to say Mr. Michael is the far better singer than Mr. Mercury.

[@krollpeter]

@@tanyanelson8780 Yesterday I listened to it, and the performance with Elton John as well. Top! If all pop music was like this, the world would be a better place. I am so tired of all the plastic junk.

[@Lilah1754]

@@krollpeter IMHO both George & Freddie were equally very good in their own special way. Of course everyone has their favorites.

[@jomorales8446]

I miss his beautiful face and voice! 😢

[@kiwigirljacks]

Oh how I cried the day George died. His music was a map of my teenage years. What an incredible talent. That voice is GOLD.

[@SmartCookie2022]

I was away in Thailand on that day and I can say many bars were playing his music as a tribute, especially Last Christmas, which was a nice touch.

[@mattgrant9479]

I proposed to my wife in Australia the day before and we woke up with messages from the UK. Broke my heart.

[@latitude1904]

Can we all take a moment to appreciate Fil's extensive knowledge of all aspects of singing and his ability to do anything he wishes with his voice in illustration, himself being spot on every time?

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@desnick2316]

Maybe he is auto tuned, we should check, lol

[@latitude1904]

@@desnick2316 LOL. That'd be a trip, huh

[@nunopereira526]

George Michael's voice is on top of human voices ever, along with Freddie Mercury and Whitney Houston.

[@rogerhickson7256]

Alison Kraus deserves to be included in that list of one of the best voices ever. I'm not a country fan at all but I have to say that her voice is as close to an angel's voice as I have ever heard in all my years.

[@angeleyes564]

Yes

[@garnet0101]

And Steve Perry

[@ChuckHackney]

And Karen C., cannot leave out a list of greatest voices without her. But George's voice is divine and he rules as a "crooner". Listen to the Frank Sinatra-eaque "Kissing a Fool".

[@julieshakespeare8407]

❤

[@lindak8032]

This, my friends, is why George Michael is being nominated for the rock and roll hall of fame. Go vote for him! Loved this video. Thank you! 🙏

[@jerrodmcdaniel2043]

What he wasn't a rock singer loved his abilities but he does not belong in rock hall of fame my friend pop hall of fame most definitely a definite place for him

[@NailHeavenAshford]

Rock n roll hall of fame is not just for rock singers. They represent a diverse group of artists. Artists become eligible for induction 25 years after the release of their first record. Criteria include the influence and significance of the artists' contributions to the development and perpetuation of rock and roll. Maybe go into their website and learn about them. George covered many styles of music. He sang blue eyed soul and won some prestigious awards which got other singers backs up because he wasn’t black, he sang love songs, he sang disco, he did sing some rock, he did plenty of covers from Stevie Wonder, Seal, The Beatles to Queen, Adamski and The Police. He wrote a song that he performed with Paul McCartney. He was so incredibly diverse. There are many artists that have stated he influenced them. George Michael was his own genre. That’s why he got his nomination and that’s why he deserves it. These days they recognise DJ’s, musicians, record label executives, songwriters, record producers, Dolly Parton was nominated and didn’t think she deserved it because she wasn’t rock and roll. Although Parton had asked to be removed from the ballot because she did not think of herself as a rock artist, the Hall responded that "From its inception, rock and roll has had deep roots in rhythm & blues and country music. It is not defined by any one genre, rather a sound that moves youth culture. Dolly Parton's music impacted a generation of young fans and influenced countless artists that followed. Her nomination to be considered for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame followed the same process as all other artists who have been considered." So maybe learn a little about the Hall of Fame and don’t say someone who worked so hard and had such amazing talent shouldn’t be considered for induction. Quite frankly it should have happened before he died.

[@plawl05a]

@@jerrodmcdaniel2043 showing your misunderstanding of the rock and roll hall of fame, well done.

[@Mikeyt171163]

@@plawl05a punctuation too 😂

[@bouzoukiman5000]

@@jerrodmcdaniel2043t's a music hall of fame. Maybe they should change the name. But it's a club and they refuse certain people making them irrelevant to many

[@sretePtraB]

I've said it before, and I'll say I'll say it again: George Michael had one of the best voices ever.

[@lisacobb7525]

George had an effortless voice. So clear, like breathing. Could hit those notes without screaming like a lot of “singers” do. Voice of an angel. ❤️

[@lucysnowe31]

He had golden vocal chords. Just a liquid sound, pure emotion, and a gift of phrasing. Sadly missed.

[@thatmancalledhobbs]

I had the pleasure of seeing him in concert in Dublin years ago and while he had a brilliant tight band, it was his voice that dominated his performance and especially when he sang a Capella, it was just glorious. Such a huge loss to music.

[@jeanettestone151]

He doesn’t need the music to mesmerize anyone with his voice. He never allowed his vocals to be altered in any way for his CD’s. He had perfect pitch and knew how to sing.

[@franckdebank]

Georges was amazing in many aspects he never had perfect pitch though.

[@SteveGeoghegan]

I was never a George Michael Fan until I saw him at the Freddie Mercury Tribute live at Wembley Stadium. The dude NAILED Somebody to Love. I mean nailed it. Best performance of that day. Bar none.

[@joethelion6016]

Totally agree, he was phenomenal 🌟

[@SteveGeoghegan]

@@joethelion6016 I was actually there. Still can't believe some of the concerts I went to in the 90's

[@joethelion6016]

@@SteveGeoghegan it must've been great. Bowie and Lennox too 👍 Same for me when I went to Live Aid in 85. I started taking notice of George Michael after that. 80's and 90's were brilliant.

[@RosaKay55]

George Michael had such a gorgeous voice. The use of the pitch monitor shows what a gem he really was. Thank you, Fil, for this very thorough analysis of a great voice taken far too soon.

[@Ian.Does.Fitness]

Absolutely beautiful voice! The only person who could sing a Freddie song very well indeed!

[@rebeccatowner6700]

@@Ian.Does.Fitness Adam Lambert also does a fantastic job and is an amazing singer in his own right.

[@debrajones8194]

NOw that you have analyzed it you should play it all the way through for us to listen to just his voice. Please ❤

[@kezfaz6429]

There’s not enough adjectives in the dictionary to describe how utterly amazing George Michael was. He was such a troubled soul, yet that NEVER affected his performances. I absolutely adored him ❤

[@thebeardedseeker5633]

His voice doesn't get enough attention. Even at the height of his fame, while everyone was so engrossed by his good looks, or cool videos, i was just enthralled with that voice of his. He had an awesome, effortless vocal range.

[@tnmoppylaura5476]

So many ways to describe George’s voice, airy, bold, controlled, comforting. There just aren’t enough words to convey its beauty. Thanks Fil.

[@Guardducks]

You just described everything i would have said about George Michael. 👍🏼

[@27sparkle73]

I agree honestly I can only listen to his Christmas song last Christmas because there’s no way to cover it good enough and it’s been covered by a few artists. Also his vocals are amazing.

[@JTRocks4Ever]

His vocals could make you cry..

[@casieblevins7253]

The only singer that could bring chills to my body. Such pure sound. Absolutely beautiful. I was gutted when he passed. The world needed him.

[@clips65]

Kissing a fool !!

[@etmax1]

While absolutely agree with your sentiment, but have a listen of John Farnham singing his cover of the Beatles' Help.

[@Milo-bt8sj]

George Michael 2023 Inductee Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. VOTE. ✌🏻♥️

[@krisushi1]

There has never been a voice that has resonated with my soul the way that George Michael's voice does. It's like it reaches directly into my heart and covers me with goosebumps. The clarity of his voice and the way in which I can hear every lyric expressed is impressive in itself. Then, we have the passion in which he performs that invites the audience in to each performance. I could go on and on about the genius of this artist, yet I gather that many will feel the same as what I do as well. Thank you George for gifting us with your amazing vocals and all around incredible talent.🇦🇺🎶🎤🎵🥰

[@ricardoe4215]

I fee the same

[@krisushi1]

@@ricardoe4215 I'm listening to him right now. It takes much to impress me, especially when I don't believe in celebrity. Yet George is something so very special and extremely rare. His natural talent leaves me in awe. I have no doubt that we are alone.💖

[@bk4062]

@@krisushi1You probably know this but George always said He always wanted to be famous, but It was the celebrity that he just couldn't handle. In my opinion that is what made him human! He just wanted to live his life w/o everyone thinking they own him. 🕯😇🎶🎶🎶💖

[@krisushi1]

@@bk4062 Yes, I have heard George state many times that he had wished to be famous but more so for his songwriting talent. He also said that performing live and touring was the greatest ego stroker but he never required this. He said that if he could create an album and stay home whilst watching it rise in the charts without having to promote would be a dream come true. He hated the celebrity aspect of the industry. I like the line he wrote in 'Star People' where he sings - "I don't count myself among you". Again, he stated that anything that you wished to know about him would always be written in his lyrics. It's how I feel that I've come to understand him better. As one who despises celebrity myself, as I believe we are all equal and having a talent that thrusts one into the limelight does not make them a better person than you or I, I cannot see George living this type of life. It can be fun occasionally, but not full-time. All he wished for is to build upon his talent privately, perform occasionally as he was a natural performer and live in peace. I still can't understand why the media kept harassing him to such a ridiculous extent, despite admitting to being gay. Elton John was never given this much attention and it was a more difficult time for him. As much as I dearly miss George, I can't say that I would rather him still being here under the constant pressure he endured. I believe that he is finally at peace, yet we are left with those wonderful gifts he gifted us to continue on his memory.💖

[@garyw1971]

Exactly how I describe George's voice. Touches my soul like no other ❤

[@patricklaureys9238]

My friends back in the early Nineties would kind of look at me awkwardly when I said I loved George Michael's voice. We were all listening to rock and grunge, but I didn't care. I love to this day the qualities you so accurately describe here.

[@kippyc98]

Haha me too!

[@ShannonsChannel]

My favorite singer of all time. No voice sounds better. What a loss to not have him around anymore.

[@Preparednessman]

You articulated a quality that I've understood as a listener...but never been able to say for a lack of musical education. George was a ridiculous talent. So missed.

[@fallguy25]

George had the voice of an angel. Just pitch perfect, and always delivered with such amazing control that exuded warmth and emotion in every song he sang. He had a gorgeous voice and an even more gorgeous soul. God bless him....We miss you George!

[@MYCROFTonX]

That is the best breakdown of George Michael's voice I've ever heard. George Michael had such a fine voice.

[@bengreen6980]

As a lifelong metal head, George was my secret "guilty pleasure" if you like. Always loved the mans voice and since his untimely passing I have heard so many lovely things about him that only cements for me what a good man he was too. Missed.

[@trishayamada807]

His voice was perfection to me.

[@keithvnumber1]

I always adored his voice. So underrated. Careless Whisper, Kissing A Fool, Praying For Time, You Have Been Loved, Jesus To A Child, Waiting For The Day & Somebody To Love are all brilliant mastering of his talent.

[@Gogs126]

George Michael was one of the most underrated singers, musicians and songwriters in history - despite being a global star. He was so incredibly talented and most people don't realise how he wrote all his own songs and music and essentially played all the instruments. He is not on a par with other global pop stars who have teams of writers and musicians creating work for them and all sorts of digital equipment to make their voice sound good. He was also a wonderful master of the stage. He is greatly missed and I'm not some rabid superfan or anything like that - I just have total respect for his unbelievable talent and hard work and brilliant pop songs.

[@karinafleron5161]

I saw him live in Copenhagen and was so impressed by his voice. There was almost no difference between live performance and studio recordings. He was just next level. Sadly missed.

[@waynephillips5013]

Isolating the vocals makes the song sound like a hymn. His voice was a gift to us all. Enough to move you to tears.

[@foreverlearning9613]

George Michael's talent is eternal. He had a truly unique voice, and a perfectionist, yet he made it all seem sound effortless. His death still hits me, seven years later. 💔

[@Liz-cmc313]

My heart still hurts thinking of him. His voice was gorgeous. This song means a lot to me.

[@helenpaul67]

No wonder it is so pleasant so soothing so addictive listening to any and all of George's song. There are precise science to his every tune, every breathe drawn to each word.... oh how we lost the best soulful vocal the world has ever been gifted to enjoy

[@SunShine_747]

Greatest singer songwriter who ever walked on earth. There won't be another GM

[@Thomas-xs2kq]

Come on. John and Paul were better.

[@marcuspedrosa9742]

George Michael found a way to carry his voice with the instruments. Some sing running, loud, but he knew how to use the effects and didn't even have to kill himself to sing.

[@Im_T.O.]

From an 80’s metal head, George was incredible. Always loved his voice.

[@Dina72920]

He was just amazing. His voice was absolutely gorgeous. Hurts my heart that he’s gone. 💔🙏🏻

[@marciebulsaraorcutt]

OMG Fil, I am SO GLAD that you're featuring George Michael in this manner... He doesn't get the attention he deserves for his talent and unbelievable vocal control.😇

[@stevejohnman68]

George's versions of the long and winding road and i cant make you love me are two that demonstrate his amazing beautiful perfect vocal ability. Just stunning. No one comes close to him!

[@GuitarBard96]

I always thought he sounded so real and expressive, but this just cements in how his sharp technical abilities allowed that emotion to come through in an infinitely memorable way

[@paulwelling8243]

Brilliant, just got better and better as he got older. You only have to look at other people’s songs who were brilliant vocally ,that he took and made his own and took to another level altogether. The best and also a beautiful individual!

[@heather777]

Wow, my body lit up with chills listening to this. He had an angelic voice so beautiful.

[@jeffbassin630]

George Michael had one of the most amazing voices of all time!

[@neenekinskins6241]

This is my absolute favourite. He just blows me away with this performance. It's perfection.

[@sarahfranklin8443]

Just sublime. George had the most gorgeous voice. I was a fan from Wham! days and I'm so glad I had a chance to see him live. We lost his incredible talent far too soon, just four days after I lost my own dear father.

[@catzilla9026]

Legendary George Michael will officially be inducted into " The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame " November 2023!!! ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥👏👏👏

[@mirjanabittar7781]

So deserved ! ❤❤

[@roygarcia2753]

Gained even more respect for this guy when it was found out after his passing just how many charities he fully supported behind the scenes with no publicity. These on top of the ones he publicly helped during his lifetime. Fil, you always know just how to describe this stuff for us lay people to understand. You are truly the best and your integrity and knowledge flows out of your videos. Rock!

[@jackdavidson2205]

Not only truly phenomenal singing but he also wrote his own songs for the most part. Truly an icon and one that doesn't really exist that much anymore.

[@SuperZytoon]

I always enjoyed George’s voice but this takes it to outer space. So glorious and heavenly.

[@deepzepp4176]

The control of dynamics is superb. Had perfect control in all of his range.

[@carlopontevolpe4786]

This song always brings me to tears, especially live. I miss him so much. Love you George. Xx

[@lcarroll632]

😪

[@odd_job_007]

God bless George. What an absolute talent. I was gutted when he passed but grateful for the music he left us with.

[@tamiz8895]

I was talking to a friend about George Michael and I said he had the voice of an Angel, he was so special and an incredible talent. Also a very giving man, as was reported by many after he passed away. May he forever Rest in Peace.

[@garethbissell3933]

Such a loss. There were big gaps in the later years but every time he put out a new album it would be a new direction in popular music. A real inspiration. Another level as singer, song writer and producer.

[@marylarrimore3950]

My favorite performance is when he shared the stage with Elton John singing Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me. Chills.

[@rexwine]

He definitely has a gold set of vocal chords.

[@DizzyDez613]

I’m first and foremost a heavy metal guy, but George has always been one of my favourite singers.

[@joannejames2485]

This has made me miss George more than ever. It's always so upsetting to know you'll never hear new music from and artist you love. Still, how lucky to have moments like this to look back on.

[@pammlashore-boydberkleyes5151]

George Michael is the best! Period

[@BeeBee-gi2zr]

His voice is the nearest thing to angelic I've ever heard, as a life long fan I can honestly say every single time I listen to him it's just like being enveloped by a velvet cloak, his voice literally shimmers

[@lattelucks4924]

Spot on pitch and intonation, master of dynamics, beautiful tone, superb control, he was truly an excellent singer

[@SergioSabinoMusicOfficial]

Great analysis on George Michael vocals performance. This reminds me of GM's unplugged concert on MTV in 1997 which is one of the best performances I've ever seen from any artist. It's really sad that we will never listen to George's voice live again.

[@KarlaElaine100]

Wow! It’s amazing to hear his voice without music! Just stunningly beautiful!

[@kamikazi777]

Though it wasn’t my type of music, man, he was just dripping with vocal talent. Smooth like an instrument. Good show.

[@redtesta]

He has always been one of my favorite vocalists. No faking, real, live all of it. One of the best voices in history.

[@chrism3701]

A Different Corner has always been one of my favourite songs. I never tire of listening to it. Quite simply beautiful. All the best talents seem to leave us far too soon .

[@beejj6190]

There are thousand of people who can sing 'generically' well...but very few with the vocal character and live control that takes them to special levels. George was clearly one of them.

[@wildcampinginscotland6060]

It’s the greatest love song ever written, bar none. He was a proper superstar. I loved him.

[@marypthompson6349]

George's vibrato is so measured and controlled. It fits the emotional tone of the song.

[@kellymiller5335]

I fell in love with George when I was a wee girl in the 80s when he was in Wham. I fell even harder when he went solo. I was obsessed and always knew his talent was beyond. When he passed, I wept for a week as I watched his videos and listened to his music. I don't do that kind of thing for celebrities, but for George, it was different. Thank you for your brilliant analysis. He was one of the best... voice of an angel.

[@kellymiller5335]

@@marissadeguzman7987 💗

[@mbutterfly8933]

Same almost identical story here since I was 8 years old and Wham broke out in the US with Wake Me Up and Make It Big. His voice always soothed me more than chicken soup. He poured his heart into his songs and his lyrics. He really did have the voice of an Angel. Especially unplugged “I Can’t Make You Love Me” and ‘ You Have Been Loved” I’ll never get over his loss and no more new material from this amazing man.

[@kellymiller5335]

@@mbutterfly8933 You are my spirit animal. ♥️

[@user-lr6zt6gt8y]

Same story here...loved him since Wham! days and always been my favourite singer ...when he passed on, I was so sad and kept listening to his songs. What a voice ♥️

[@Dina72920]

Yes! Same here, since I was a little girl in the 80s. I still have Faith on vinyl ❤

[@joannasunday]

Another amazing singer that has to hold the mic away from his mouth to get balance. Beautiful! He is missed. Thanks Fil!❤

[@1964mtm]

George voice has an amazing tone. He puts everything into his songs, feeling. George doesn't need a group, he is one of a kind. A big loss to the world, in everyway, as a singer, songwriter and human being. They don't come any better than George Michael

[@user-zz9pj2xz7m]

That's what I keep telling ppl all the time... he was crazy talented. Amazing vocalist, beautiful voice.

[@toplad73]

Truly magical. George is one of the greatest singers EVER!!

[@prestwickpioneer3474]

Anyway. George, it turned out was a friend of a friend i used to go on tour with back around this time DJing between bands. Had no idea. When he died he posted a tribute. George recorded some stuff at his studio too. He'd call him up, "Hey man its George the Greek!" I love how he tried hard to keep his feet on the ground and not service the ego. Kept quiet about his charity work rather than seek publicity. I loved that he smoked pot, though drugs were maybe not his friend at times. And I hated that the media felt they had to hound him to somehow keep us happy. Bastards. Nice one Fil.

[@drwoo6090]

I was devastated when I heard that he had died. 😢 I couldn’t listen to his music for months. 🙁His voice is so beautiful! 😇

[@susanherbert3014]

I had the pleasure of growing up in the 80s and George Michael has always been my absolute favorite. His voice always sounded like perfection and I believe you’ve proved it with your analysis of this performance. He did a cover of “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” that literally brings tears.

[@bkmeahan]

I feel like there could be a semester long vocal class on just George Michael singing one song.

[@mariaday712]

I miss George. He had such a lovely voice, and he was a great singer. I wish this could go longer. I hope he is resting in peace.

[@TJ-id6ee]

Agreed. He has such a gorgeous voice. I miss him so much,

[@lynndafeth6015]

I miss him. Great talent.

[@Elaine-tk7nx]

What an amazing analysis of George's incredible vocal genius. Everything you say is so accurate and I love the way you smile and show pleasure at his singing. I love your description of the air that he breathes into a note. He managed to breathe pathos, beauty and depth of emotion into every single lyric. He felt the words he sang. He is so missed. His music was the background to my youth. RIP George.

[@savage_skirt5386]

his voice was incredible

[@suzywilliams6610]

This is one of my favourite TV appearances of George on Parki, it's so beautiful just a shame he did so few live performances in the 90's. I saw him so many times live just adored him & still can't believe he's no longer with us.

[@Terri_MacKay]

Thank you so much for this one...George Michael giving a transcendent performance of (IMO) his best song. Usually when I tell someone that this is my favourite GM song, they don't get it. It's probably one of his shortest songs, and so deceptively simple sounding (because he's got the voice that makes it sound effortless) that they can't recognize it for the perfect little gem of a song that it is. 💎💎 I was a fan since way back in the Wham days, and hearing one of his songs always makes me feel meloncholy...we lost him far too soon, and in such a heartbreaking way. He made music that just made people happy...I wish he could have found that happiness for himself. 💔

[@richardpatrick2852]

I totally agree with you. This is also my favorite song of George's.

[@2war2bray]

Agreed...best song he did. If anyone questions his ability I tell them, 'listen to Turn a Different Corner'.

[@Kitcat363]

I've always loved it, it's beautiful.x

[@silvergirl2847]

My favorite too ❤️

[@Gogs126]

Yes - this one and Father Figure...although it's hard to choose best songs from such an astounding canon

[@reddragonready]

And what a tone he had..absolutely gorgeous!❤

[@TheExcellentVideoChannel]

He was a perfectionist and worked extremely hard at his craft.

[@renejean2523]

*Great* choice. This performance has been my favorite for many years now. First time I heard this it just blew me away. I didn't believe anyone could sing so beautifully.

[@stressmuffin]

George is one of my favorite singers of all time. His voice is stunning and he was an amazing artist in life. I was shocked & devastated that George left this world too soon. RIP George 😪🙏🏼

[@krogan3760]

George has remained my favourite vocalist throughout my life and this video really helped me pin point exactly what it is. Even on his beautiful high notes he keeps that warm blanket on you.

[@anettenilsson1421]

George Michael The King of Music❤️🙏❤️ Of all time❤

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

Fascinating description on the control of vibrato. What a gift he had!

[@user-bl6ne3hc6n]

When Freddie Mercury died the first person I thought of to replace him with George Michael. ,,,incredible voice,,one of the best,,

[@riclou949]

Saw GM live in concert. His vocal cords were insane. Two words: “Precision and Perfection”. Will be sooooo missed. 😢

[@HarryFlashman.]

No vocal gymnastics with George. He was a pure, pitch perfect singer.

[@kerch-e]

I knew he was a legend, but being able to really grasp an understanding as to why while hearing it was quite an experience.

[@dianeshipp2154]

George Michael was very under-appreciated while he was alive. He was a musical genius. The world lost when he died. We are lucky to have so much media on his performances to remember and feel it over and over again. Gone 2 soon. :(

[@belladonna131]

Color commentator here ☺️. Very nice, Fil, actually excellent analysis! How can George Michael know all this without taking any music lessons? Innate? Great ear I guess. He hit the exact note at the same sound every single time and I guess that's what set him apart and made him so awesome. Anyway, CARELESS WHISPER, he wasn't so fond of apparently. He was a little chubby, had big frizzy hair and was a nerd. I guess his girlfriend didn't think he was attractive, so he cheated on her. She never knew the reason until someone told her years later. He also wore a hat in the video because his hair would blow up on the humidity. He paid out of pocket, a boat load of money for a hair stylist to style his hair every few minutes to keep it under control. It was HUMONGOUS AND REALLY BIG LIKE NOTHING I'VE EVER SEEN BEFORE. I WAS AMAZED AT A PICTURE OF HIM WITH THIS GIGANTIC HAIR. I DIDN'T RECOGNIZE HIM!! Plus, he was a profectionst. He interviewed 10 saxophonists for the song and chose the last one. I heard the last and another and they sounded VERY SIMILAR. YOU REALLY COULDN'T TELL A DIFFERENCE. George could tell a big difference. I also heard straight from his mouth in an interview that when he was 17 his mother shared an extremely painful story with him. On the day he was born. Within 24 hours of his birth, his uncle, from his mother's side, committed suicide. Apparently his uncle and he looked exactly alike and was gay. Can you imagine the turmoil his mother had gone through all those years? No wonder they were so close and her death devastated him. He endured so much pain, but what a musical genius. He and Andrew remained life long friends and Andrew said he'd be his friend when George came to his school. Apparently Andrew and his brother were trouble makers. 🙄. Can't believe it now.

[@antonellatotino2794]

Never will there be another George Michael! Angelic voice. Try, listening to Papa was a Rolling Stone live. Amazing.

[@wendyl1277]

His voice was so pure and beautiful. (Like an angel.) My very first concert was WHAM! in 1985 and I never stopped being a fan. ❤

[@CBEEBLE]

That literally gave me tingles down my spine. George was just incredible.