Wow... Queen - No One But You (Only The Good Die Young) (Official Video) REACTION!

[@theresarandall7448]

Probably was one of hardest things that John Deacon ever did, but he did it for his "brother " Freddie and the others. I think that they all played and sang their hearts out. What an incredible man Freddie Mercury must have been as a friend and bandmate

[@joan783]

There is an excellent “making of” video about this. Notice how the camera moves around the room like someone was walking around. The empty chair..Freddie’s sketchbook..the champagne glass..the voice at the end saying “cut”…. Thanks David

[@nickjoy8868]

The story. Brian wrote the song shortly after Freddie died and sent it to Rog - who dumped it in a drawer and forgot about it for 2 years. He then found it and played it and thought it was a superb song, the surviving Queen members then recorded it- it was John's last recorded song before retiring from the music business. I must've played this song a thousand times and it gets a lump in my throat each and every time; the emotion is so raw and intense, the musicality so brilliant..... write the rest yourselves. Thankyou David, been waiting so long for you to 'do' this song and as ever you aced it. Thankyou.

[@pennioltheten6018]

I dont think Roger really forgot about it but he was not ready to even thinking making this song at that time.

[@GinMae]

@@pennioltheten6018 well, Roger was always portrayed as a bit "scattered"(?) - so I think Brian said something like.. "I sent a tape/idea to Roger.. and didn't hear back.. until a few months later.. when he suddenly called and said 'YES' we must do this...". apparently took him a while to get around to looking at it... lol

[@matthewjordan5930]

The whole band did well to do this tribute

[@dbsparks3285]

Love it how they left a glass of champagne out for him on the piano what a guy a true legend no one will ever replace that man RIP Freddie

[@allanriach]

Oh I've never noticed that before

[@queenmercury4927]

Also, if you watch closely, a moth or something is flittering around towards the end…

[@proofprof50]

​​@@queenmercury4927Nobody ever seems to notice that at the very end when the door creaks, someone says, "Brian, relax"

[@robinpraisebetogodscammell3277]

Yes when Freddie died it devastated John and threw him into a very deep depression and couldn’t continue playing in the band with Freddie gone. The band was Freddie and without him it wasn’t possible to stay. I absolutely see John’s point! Brian and Roger also had a hard time. These band members were destined to be and play together and were legendary to this day. Freddie was a one off and can never be replaced but his voice will be singing on for generations to come to be enjoyed!! RIP Freddie ❤️

[@karenj3611]

Such a beautiful tribute to Freddie. The look on John's face is so sad. You can tell how much he loved his friend. RIP Freddie ❤

[@Christine-ry1qq]

Loved loved loved our John sooo much His little dances His facial expressions God I miss the band soooo much RIP Freddie xx 💋

[@lilianaeva7743]

I can cope with These are the days of our lives, Mother love, Old friends or Nothing but blue, I can't with this song, 100% always crying. Nice reaction, as always!

[@DonnaleaSpencer]

Time for tears. This is a beautiful tribute to their mate, Freddie. Dear friend & they miss him still.

[@barrys1342]

Thanks brother Much love 💗 from m Cape Town South Africa 🇿🇦 Melancholic That’s how this has left me

[@oskney3329]

Damn was not ready for you to react to this one yet. Beautiful song for sure. And yes John looked very broken. They were definitely brothers who put up with each and loved each other good bad whatever. I’m so happy they’ve kept Freddie memory alive. Thanks for this reaction!! RIP Freddie…. ♥️

[@michelletammydenney1417]

Heartbreaking , I cry every time and got chills when you did. You nailed everything about it . No one ever notices the things you that you pick up on . I loved your reaction . Thank you David 💕💕💕

[@PT9546]

Very moving reaction to a moving video! Thanks for this!

[@AliT0555]

When I saw you were doing this I had to get a box of Kleenex before I could watch this. This is such a great tribute. Loved your reaction.

[@deboraclark5791]

Great reaction to a beautiful song. You're right John was heartbroken, it was very hard for John.

[@nhilandra7586]

Heartbreaking is the word. Every time I see this video it has me in tears. I never watch this video, or listen to this song for a reason.... I just can't do it, never have been able too, and I probably never will.

[@angelal1607]

Same here. It makes me sob every time, so I’ve listened to it a whole 3 times now. Just can’t do it.

[@starburst6606]

This song is beautifully done but heart wrenching! I agree about John looking broken. Seeing images of Freddie and the legacy they built together, makes it all seem so unfair that Freddie was taken much to soon. All those people, who lost their lives from something they never knew existed or that they should guard against. I wish so much that Freddie was still here and that Queen would be Queen again with Freddie & John!

[@garyhoward6507]

Freddie would have said to you "a fan of my music is a fan equal with every fan....I love you all, darling ". Still loving your reactions 🤘

[@allanriach]

Great tribute to Freddie. His parting hit John hard. So sad for him to feel he couldn't continue with Queen, I think its the last thing Freddie would of wanted. It's 30 years on 20th April since his last full gig with Queen at the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert. Your reaction is even more emotional than the song. Reduced me to tears.

[@LMTino]

Brilliant observation on Brian 's playing in Freddie's style. A tender tribute, a long goodbye between MADE IN HEAVAN and this song. Time stopped for Queen and John says it all without saying or singing a word.

[@ellenmyers971]

CHEERS REST EASY DARLING WE LOVE AN MISS YOU HEY MAYBE LOOK AFTER TAYLOR RIP TO YOU BOTH !! AN THANKS DAVID ITS BEEN A LONG TIME IN THE COMING EXCELLENT REACTION MY FRIEND TAKE CARE AN GOOD LUCK ON YOUR JOURNEY 👏🌹❣️🕊️💥🍀

[@TheGreatGrayOwl]

three legends… a dedication to the fourth of them. R.I.P. Freddie

[@rondaryan45]

This always brings tears to my eyes, but love it so much 💓 great reaction David

[@chrisy8989]

It's a tough one to get through. Well done, David. 💕

[@lindsaycrellin4588]

Thank you David for reacting to this one it is a difficult one to watch John did look very fragile I think because you have reacted to a lot of the Queen catalogue & got to know about the band it was the right time it’s a beautiful tribute to their brother ❤️❤️

[@susaneuliano7692]

I watch this video quite often and I cry every time. I can not imagine how the remaining Queen members were able to get through this without breaking down. What a beautiful Ode to Freddie. It is full of ❤️ Love.

[@rozhunter7645]

Love this, my heart is still broken

[@celticpoet21]

Sensational. Queen continues to transcend everything and spread so much love, joy, strength, creativity, confidence, and unity to all who listen! The timing of when they released the song also made it a tribute for Gianni Versace, Princess Diana, and anyone else whose life was cut tragically short. In case your wondering, the illustration is of Icarus from Greek mythology, which Freddie drew himself. It was clever of them to make the lyrical reference in "they're only flying too close to the sun." Brian and Roger have such beautiful and criminally underrated singing voices! "No one but you" truly showed that Freddie was like a brother to them, not just their frontman and that their bond was so strong, not even death could break it. Their sorrow is so clear in their faces, voices, and in every note they played/sang and were doing everything they could to not break down crying, not that I would blame them if they did. The close-up of the champagne glass on the piano was in homage to Freddie, who would sometimes toast the audience during special gigs. In 2019, Brian and his wife went to Freddie's birthplace of Zanzibar on pilgrimage to visit Freddie's childhood home, school, retrace some of his childhood steps and even visit the hospital where Freddie and his sister were born. Alongside making this video and recording the song, before he became a recluse, John participated in a Queen collaboration with Bejart+Ballet for life in honor of Freddie who was a ballet and opera enthusiast. Here is the making of video link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5WuiqOlgct2d5o

[@theresarandall7448]

I don't know how they made it through the video either, but my best guess was the great love that they had for their eldest brother. Anyone who can possibly comment about them NOT loving each other is talking out their a$$ as Freddie would delicately say

[@lindastodola691]

Well David- I can’t- you just nailed this proper and true.. thank you sweet man-

[@rumayoosthuizen9948]

Beautiful!💥💥💥👏👏👏

[@jackierichardson901]

Well you’ve done it David I’m sitting here crying like a baby this song is so emotional but you did a beautiful reaction Freddie would be proud and your right John looks broken thanks for doing this one it’s a hard song to watch take care x x

[@janettesinclair6279]

Emotional - goose bumps and tears every time with this song. Thank you for sharing your feelings with us.

[@spunk53]

This song/video always makes me cry. My best friend & brother introduced Queen to me in "73 been a huge fan since that day; always play their music especially in my car (don't want to piss off neighbors) but in my life I've lost family who were young and then Freddie; my heart hurts -- (Brother age 27, Sister age 61, Father age 72, Mom age 85) good for Mom wasn't' easy for her. Life does go on; but its never the same -- never! Thank you David, your reaction is spot on!!

[@dianecourtney2724]

❤️🌹

[@budders409]

What a terrific reaction. So sad to see John looking so sad. Now to cheer up and remember what an awesome band this is , please react to Hero/We will Rock You (Fast Version) Live at the Bowl 1982. An instant pick me up!!

[@QueenieCarol]

Oh David, your reaction is beautifully done. Like some others have said you totally get that it's a tribute to, and the first new Queen song without Freddie.

[@cindycollins2997]

Thank you for your heartfelt reaction.❣️ I feel you would like a documentary on KZbin Movies “The Story of Queen: Mercury Rising”. (Not for reaction, it’s 57minutes, but it would be cool to watch it with you 😊 )

[@joannedarley1893]

Thank you for your wonderfully heartfelt reaction to this, I can't watch it too often because I am a sobbing mess after.

[@lcbcreative]

Beautiful reaction. In this video and at the FM Tribute Concert ,John is right there doing his job, but he seems set apart from the others, and I get that. In this video especially, I can't take my eyes off him. We all grieve differently. I consider myself a social introvert, so he's always had a special place in my heart.

[@jackierichardson901]

I agree with you even though John played at the tribute concert he didn’t seem there god bless him I hope he found some peace x x

[@susaneuliano7692]

How powerful was this ? Did it not knock you over. They miss Freddie so much. My heart brakes every time I hear this. 💔 your response tells it all. Thank you Dave.

[@terrilabeth]

Thank you for the right mix of music in my headphones! This video and song gets me every single time while at the same time is an absolutely beautiful tribute to Freddie. I cannot comprehend being them, losing a band member like Freddie Mercury at what was without a doubt a time when the band still had so much more to write and say. What I really love about this is that you get to see the other 3 band members and just how great they really were and are? Queen was known for those harmonies and these gentlemen provided that along with their instruments as well. We also have several songs with both Brian and Roger where we get a glimpse of how great they are but Freddie was larger than life so those moments maybe were not as pivotal until you go back and pay even more attention to them as a whole, a sum of ALL the parts. I think they were SO good throughout the years, so precise, and with Freddie’s showmanship it was very easy to take them for granted, to at times forget about them when there would be no Queen without these particular set of men and Freddie Mercury. And yes, John Deacon looks devastated and my heart does indeed go out to him. They stuck with Freddie right until the end and, from experience, that is a very difficult thing to do. I admire all of them so much for so many different reasons. 💗

[@vickiphilo1243]

Still tear up for them every time I see this video. Have been following Queen since 1976. Awesome reaction, thank you!!!

[@georgiacoombes699]

Beautiful & heartbreaking at the same time, thank you!❤️🎸❤️🥢❤️🎤

[@barbaraaschwingelswihart572]

You always do a great job. Your emotion is real and we love you🎤🎧🎸🙋‍♀️❤️

[@hellsbells8689]

I fell in love with Queen at the age of nine when I first saw Killer Queen on Top Of The Pops on a Thursday night after I ran home from Brownies so as not to miss Top Of The Pops. When Fred died I was heartbroken. I still cry when watching them perform. My eldest lad called one of his identical twins Freddie and when he got married his beautiful wife chose to walk up the aisle, with the twins toddling along side, to Fat Bottomed Girls. I think I waited 10years before I could listen/watch this one and even now, I still cry every time.

[@susaneuliano7692]

David,you did a great job that was respectful towards Freddie and Queen. Much appreciated as I love your comments.

[@nanner3200]

Hi David. I felt the same way when I first saw this video. John looks so lost. John is more obvious because he's just sitting there with his bass? Obviously the other 2 had strong feelings also but were at least busy playing and singing. And of course we all know what happened with John not long after this. Obviously this song (so brilliantly written by Brian) gets to any Queen fan. If it doesn't then where is your soul? The first few times I saw it there were tears running down my face and I didn't even realize. I have seen it enough that it doesn't happen anymore but it still is like a punch in the gut. In NO WAY would I take away from this song but some of Brian's solo work he hits those notes. This one is a bit different I thing because it's pure emotion.

[@nichemphill8321]

Elton John plays a minor part in the origin of this song. The song was first put to paper a year before in 1996 when Brian unveiled the Montreux Freddie statue and Brian began writing and rewriting it was intended for a solo project. In early 1997 Sir Elton John persuaded the three remaining members to temporary reform again for a concert in Paris. It was hard as Deaky had Retired and was very reluctant to but finally agreed. After the concert, Brian rediscovered the notes for the song and completed it. Then Brian passed it to Roger for a second opinion and after some tinkering, this was the finished result. Brian and Roger got John on board but he only agreed to take part on the condition that it would be his last ever Queen related job. At the same time, he gave his blessing for QUEEN to continue with Brian & Roger. And John retired and has become a recluse, very rarely seen. (a photographer took a long lensed photo of John around the time of the Bohemian Rhapsody film)

[@georgiacoombes699]

Just watched this again ( for the umteenth time) Miss you Jack, hope we see you again soon! ❤️❤️

[@GersonNETOmegao584]

Queen staying power extended reaction

[@caroltillman747]

Thank you so much for N0 one but you!

[@meme-sw1pc]

John and Freddie loved each other and John has never recovered from losing his friend.

[@fernandomoscardo137]

Excelente canción

[@kathleencook4674]

I remember the first time I saw this, I cried for about 5 minutes after it'd finished, I've always said the same about John Deacon he looked like he'd rather be a million miles away, he reacted badly to Freddie's death and that's why he chose to retire, he just said I can't do this anymore, to see him now is heartbreaking he looks so lost bless him

[@susaneuliano7692]

Every time I hear this, I cry my heart out. I'ts been 31 years and it still kills me. I can't ever get over thiis loss. I've lost husbands and loves ,I but nothing has left me in such void

[@giovanisierralta7775]

Reaction Made in Heaven Queen version is incredible..

[@wenchemoberg3602]

Goosebums factor all the way so beautiful song they missed Freddie.

[@mikeyates7931]

The crash you heard at the end was , Deaky dropping his bass to the floor ; he walked off and Never played again 😭

[@susaneuliano7692]

David,does this not break your heart to hear the lament for Freddie!!! It breaks me down every time I hear this. I still can't believe he is gone after 31 years.

[@janetschulman7649]

Why did John put down the bass. He just stopped playing.

[@luciaortiz6409]

This is the saddest Queen song in my opinion....I end up crying almost everytime I hear this track.....and...not just John, but Brian and Roger were also debastated here....that's really obvious, especially when they sing.....I can see how sad Brian and Rog are here....even if they tryed their best to not look depressed....you can see how heartbroken they are, by just looking at their faces...what makes this song and music video,way more hard to watch....still, and even though it's a really sad song, it's still beautiful...

[@benjamini8146]

I love queen or barin may

[@alexandras.1740]

There is a "Making of" of this video. I think it is very good. Greetings from Germany.

[@GwenCossin]

Yes. Yes. Yes. 🎵 🎸 👑

[@mariafratila2797]

UN TRIBUT ADUS MARELUI FREDIE ȘI A DE NEÂNLOCUITULUI LOR PRIEFEN RIP🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🙏🙏

[@garnet0101]

Champagne on the piano for Freddie. And someone tells Brian to relax but YOU CANT SHUT UP!

[@deadlyredly1]

John couldn't put into vocals what he felt. I feel so hard for him. History has shown us that he got hit the hardest by Freddy dying. The poor bastard couldn't even do music any more. My heart goes out to him so much

[@simonbiggs9102]

This song can break your ♥ in two😪

[@jennifertaylor6197]

But you do know Queen and are a fan. This body of work that was left behind affects us all even though it might have been another decade. That is the legacy of Queen. Freddie has accomplished this.

[@Justicia007]

The comments by Brian and Roger that they think of Freddie every single day and still miss him are so poignant. Brian said the strength of their grief took them by surprise. 😓

[@susaneuliano7692]

You have become a fan and Iove you for your imput

[@dawnekay1567]

Take not of 'Freddie's' glass of Champagne on the corner of the piano!

[@josemanuelbarrosovalladare8611]

Me encanta como comentas y te emocionas

[@benjamini8146]

😎🎸 😎🥁🎤. 😎🎹 🎸

[@GilesMcRiker]

This song is no less painful for me to listen today than it was when it was first released :(

[@hkynuts11]

This song is the end of Queen.

[@benjamini8146]

🎤

[@lorib1311]

I Was Born to Love You and One Year of Love would be GREAT reaction songs! Please:)

[@leighloutreedore8926]

I suggested you NOT do it. It's tooooo sad!!! Makes me cry EVERYTIME!!!

[@anne-mariesindruprix4792]

I think that you should see the making of - - there is comments from the band - -

[@patricialockhart2243]

Another song to hear is Old Friend by Roger about Freddie

[@carolynschmidt7672]

Freddie was very ill the last couple years but he still wanted to be in the studio making music with the band. So they did it. They were with him as he slowly withered. I think it did break John.

[@theresarandall7448]

I think Deaky was broken watching his protective "oldest" fade away and suffer especially because Freddie was around the age John's father was when he died

[@loveandlight3205]

Check out Queen’s Headlong, weird lyrics but great tune.

[@simonevans2428]

Excellent review…… try reviewing another song by queen called white queen…. Live at the odeon

[@falfaropareja]

1997

[@anne-mariesindruprix4792]

I hope that you have seen the making of

[@benjamini8146]

I love Paul McCartney or John Lennon

[@sherryheim5504]

This is such a beautiful song written by Brian about how he feels about losing Freddie. I get a little teary watching Brian's face as he seems to be trying to hold it together and even seems to go slightly pale a couple of times. The champagne glass on the piano is a tip to Freddie who at some point in every or nearly every show, he would toast the audience. I believe that the piano Brian is playing in this video is Freddie's which now sits in Brian's studio home in Surrey, England. The opening lyrics, "A hand above the water, an angel reaching for the sky" is reference to the statue of Freddie that stands next to Lake Geneva. Freddie's statue is wearing his iconic yellow jacket, his fist in the air and his microphone without the stand. I think that a lot of people forget that John lost his father when he was young, somewhere around 8 years old, I believe. When kids that age lose a parent, they never get to really grieve in a way that brings peace and everyone around them views them differently because of what they have been through. John was so traumatized by the loss of his dad that he completely lost his memory of anything that happened in his life before that day. Freddie took John under his wing, tried to protect him in a way and I think sort of became a big brother or father figure to John. I honestly believe that losing Freddie brought back all the trauma of losing his father and now losing that one person who had sort of taken his father's position in John's life. John broke when Freddie died and he was unable to visit Freddie as he was dying, it was just too much for John to bear. John didn't just retire from Queen and music after Freddie died, John pretty much retired from life.

[@Justicia007]

Something I find so poignant is Brian's reaction in 1996 to the dedication of the statue to Freddie at Montreux. He said that he had been so angry listening to everyone raving about the Statue and how great it was, and all he could think was, the Statue is nice, but I just wish my friend were still here.....

[@carrielaliberte3255]

I got nothing, just ❤️❤️❤️

[@alethamarsh6583]

This absolutely breaks me every time but its an absolutely beautiful

[@michellewhaley3489]

The first time I saw this I bawled like a baby. I can’t even begin to imagine what these incredible men were going through when they recorded this, but I’m so happy they did. It’s an amazing tribute to Freddie. Deaky’s face just tears at my soul. Broken is a good way to describe him at this point. This was also his last recorded song with Queen before he retired. Roger also wrote a song for Freddie called “Old Friends”. It’s worth a reaction also. Thank you for doing this, David. I cried all over again. 😢

[@gillianoneill3375]

Well, you've done it again David. The tears came! This is one of the most heartbreaking songs ever. I am so glad it was written because they summed up their love for Freddie in the lyrics perfectly. What a loss to the world Freddie was. I remember it vividly when it was announced he had passed away and it's still so painful. I can only imagine how it was for the band, and as you say especially John. He was never the same after. Thank you for reacting so reverently David. Now I need a tissue.

[@theresarandall7448]

Freddie Mercury died 3 months after my father died. I was devastated to hear that news. What REALLY made me angry was how the vulture tabloids dragged him threw the mud and blamed him for contracting AIDS.

[@gillianoneill3375]

@@theresarandall7448 Agree, it was dispicable how he was treated. He didn't deserve any of that. God bless him.

[@ellesee7079]

Beautiful song. Beautiful reaction 💗 I'm so glad they showed Freddie having fun in the video. It would be unbearable otherwise. And yes, John does look lost without his pal. Thanks for this one 👏👏👏

[@debramoore7513]

“Brian relax … “ is said at the very end!! OMG 😭😭💦 Thank you David for this reaction!! 🌬🫧🫧

[@dianecourtney2724]

David I am so glad you waited a long time to react to this song. It’s terrible when “ new Queen reactors” play this song and say terribly dumb things about it … You’re the only one I could actually watch reacting to this song. I know you “ get it” . Thank you for your perfect reaction. I literally teared up through the whole thing. There are great bands and singers out there that I love and I’m sad when we lose one of them but there was/ is SOMETHING about Freddie ( and Queen ) that is just different and still upsets me. Love what you said about John . He loved Freddie and they all did… but John was ( as you said ) an innocent. Thanks David. You are the best ♥️

[@theresarandall7448]

I know what you mean. Queen was the band aside from the Beatles that I loved all four members. And since 1974 I have loved them. No other band has ever had my heart so strongly

[@hkynuts11]

John never played with Queen after this song.

[@christineirving4491pluviophile]

Thanks for doing this one David. Even after all these years, to look of desolation on the faces of the guys never fails to break me. A similar one you might want to check out is Roger's solo tribute to Freddie called 'Old Friends'. Where 'Only the Good...' rips your heart out, 'Old Friends' is an affectionate rememberance of a much loved friend that can't help but bring a smile to the face.

[@betseyclark2832]

A live version of 'Old Friends' at the 46664 concert in South Africa put on my Nelson Mandela (2003) is especially good.

[@pattiebraymanskelly954]

also PLEASE watch the Making of No One But You - it's another tearjerker

[@pattiebraymanskelly954]

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[@sandrabutler8483]

It wasn't actually recorded for six years after Freddie passed away, it was John final song he recorded, he retired from public life afterwards, and it actually included Diana Princess Of Wales and the clothes designer who'd both died before it was finally released, so the lyrics were for these as well, they wanted to make the set look like they were just in the studio going through a song, John never liked hearing his own voice on record although he'd sing on the records and in concert, but he's never fully recovered from the death of Freddie, as far as I know never moved away from the home he bought with his first big payout, after they were robbed by the ex manager, I think one of his sons is now playing Guitar, but he stays very much in the background

[@betseyclark2832]

The designer was Gianni Versace.

[@davebain1982]

John never provided any vocals on any studio work, for the fact yes he didn't like the sound of his voice and because he couldn't sing and only occasionally provided small backing vocals live but his mic wasn't ever as loud as the others

[@dropzone9639]

Makes me weep😭😭😭

[@cathytobias4722]

I thought that maybe since it's a reaction video I just might get through it without crying... Didn't happen!!😢💔 Losing Freddie was such a devastating loss and no matter how much time passes, missing him terribly doesn't get less painful!!💔 Freddie Darling,💖💖💖💖 you still have so much love and admiration, we love you forever and a day!!♾️♥️🌷♥️

[@valeriedonaghy701]

It's so sad this song, thanks for doing it David, I believe this was John's last appearance with Queen, he said he couldnt do it anymore, he looks so lost bless him, it must have been hard for all of them to be fair, I'm so glad Roger and Brian carried on though because I get to see them in May, it will be my first Queen concert and I've been listening to Queen nearly 48 years since I was 16, I'm so excited I'm like a big kid lol