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  • @Sofia-Lala
    @Sofia-Lala Před 5 lety +18

    That was when rock audience discovered opera. She was one of the best sopranos in the world, so they were both iconic.

  • @puerhindulgence3653
    @puerhindulgence3653 Před 5 lety +7

    Montserrat was one of Freddie's biggest idols. They became close friends who adored each other, right up until his death.
    Once every century? Not even that often. To have lived on this planet at the same time as Freddie Mercury and David Bowie fills me with pride!

  • @bettydowns9638
    @bettydowns9638 Před rokem +3

    There will never be another Freddie!! Heartbreaking loss. Gone to soon!! 😭😭

  • @teresadutson3121
    @teresadutson3121 Před 5 lety +11

    That whole part "the moment that you stepped into the room you took my breath away" oh my God you can see him just singing it from inside of him and giving it everything it needed to punctuate and make you feel what he was saying

  • @philipwhatcott1964
    @philipwhatcott1964 Před 2 lety +8

    The most amazing thing about this reaction is that you didn't mention her once! A genius in her own right. Freddie adored her.

    • @flav2689
      @flav2689 Před rokem

      This!!! I was like…seriously, Matthew? No appreciation for our diva? 😳 How disappointing 🥺

  • @pilotgal6191
    @pilotgal6191 Před 2 lety +12

    Freddie once said about Montserrat, “I love music and she is the music.” 🥰🥰🥰 Her name is pronounced “Mont-ser-raht” “Cah-bah-yay.” And, thank you for enhancing the sound! That was awesome!

  • @lindadouglass4692
    @lindadouglass4692 Před 3 lety +7

    He wrote this, possibly with her help. They became friends, he told her that he probably had only 2 years to live. They wrote and sung an album of songs. He was such a talent. A beautiful person.

  • @LA-fz5qw
    @LA-fz5qw Před 5 lety +439

    Give it up for Montserrat as well she passed away this year I think at 86.

    • @JohnHazelwood58
      @JohnHazelwood58 Před 5 lety +27

      i met her once ... incredible! i felt in love with her from the very first smile ♥

    • @JohnHazelwood58
      @JohnHazelwood58 Před 5 lety +23

      @@Ali.Shlaibeq she gave a concert but was kind of sick :-( after 10 mins there was a aprupt break. 20 mins later she went on stage again and ... you could see, that she was not in mood. three songs later the show was over. it was too much for her :-( as my stepdad was a kind of janitor / housekeeper or whatever the word is, they gave me the "golden book" to let her sign. so i went upstairs in the townhall and went in her room. she signed the book and a poster for me ... i've met a lot of stars, but this three minutes with her were just incredible!!! as i said - a met a lot of stars, but she was outstanding!!! ♥

    • @mparent9166
      @mparent9166 Před 5 lety +13

      There is a YT of her talking about her experience with Freddie and this song.

    • @LA-fz5qw
      @LA-fz5qw Před 5 lety +1

      Michel Parent thanks I am going to look for it

    • @karlajensen3708
      @karlajensen3708 Před 5 lety +4

      She will be sorely missed. A beautiful singer. If you find it, there's a clip of her singing Tanti Affetti (in the 80s ) which shows her humor as well. A true legend.

  • @SugarcatPlays
    @SugarcatPlays Před 5 lety +322

    He really was a force wasn’t he. The world is a bit dimmer without him for sure

    • @smod2832
      @smod2832 Před 5 lety +2

      Not when I look in the mirror.

    • @heikkieronen3053
      @heikkieronen3053 Před 5 lety

      what...?! ....stay away my mirrow, my only way out here......

    • @lorireece1930
      @lorireece1930 Před 5 lety +4

      It’s a lot dimmer.😔

    • @susieq9801
      @susieq9801 Před 5 lety +11

      He was all about bridging gaps...socially, sexually, artistically, musically. He reached EVERYONE!
      He could bring different worlds together. OH, HOW WE NEED THAT NOW!!!!!!!

    • @shonacole2124
      @shonacole2124 Před 4 lety +1

      Absolutely

  • @MargotRecabarren
    @MargotRecabarren Před 3 lety +5

    This is a beautiful story of friendship, respect, creativity and the most finest and astonished music !!! Freddie and Montsy dared to go beyond the boundaries and achieve an incredible music and an incredible historical milestone in music 🎼 🎵 🎶.
    It was also the time when Freddie knew about his illness ... and he told Monserrat about it. Monserrat said, later in an interview:
    "While he was singing I noticed that his eyes were shiny with tears. I give him my hand. He clasped it and kissed it. It was clear he was suddenly aware of his own fate. They were tears of farewell. It was his goodbye , at least to the stage ". Montserrat Caballé

  • @dreamworkwellnessllc5025
    @dreamworkwellnessllc5025 Před 5 lety +4

    Yes, Freddie was/is the greatest. He wrote Barcelona with Monserrat Caballe in mind and when he played it for her for the first time he even sang her part so she could hear it. An unbelievable talent.

  • @mariadelosangelesgomezrial2372

    Me emociona, me entristece que nos dejaran. Allí donde estén gracias por haber hecho felices a tanta gente.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @NormSaucemam
    @NormSaucemam Před 3 lety +2

    Freddie Mercury & Montserrat Caballé equals a PERFECT pairing....LOVE THIS SONG!!!
    And it is his own...He wrote it!!!

  • @allipalli6197
    @allipalli6197 Před 3 lety +4

    Montserrat was invited to sing this at the opening of the Barcelona 92 Olympics but said she couldn't do it without Freddie 😢 much love 💘

  • @eileentsiapanos5430
    @eileentsiapanos5430 Před 5 lety +188

    And, u gotta remember that there were actually TWO DIVAS here. Lol

    • @GinMae
      @GinMae Před 5 lety +35

      My sister sent me a couple of images... of several current "divas" - admit I'm old and didn't know them all - but each had the title "I'm the Queen" -- Beyonce was one.. and then they had Queen Elizabeth with the caption "hahahahah.. bitches" -- and THEN - there was an image of Freddie - with the caption: "Ladies, PLEASE" -- :)

    • @lorireece1930
      @lorireece1930 Před 4 lety +1

      GinMae I love it!😆

    • @jimmyju76
      @jimmyju76 Před 4 lety +5

      I always found it funny how the gay community keep using these women with no talent as their queen yet this man, this gay man, who has been accepted by even the hardest straight man is ignored by them

  • @millymel5745
    @millymel5745 Před 5 lety +2

    Freddie is just irreplaceable!

  • @michelletammydenney6549
    @michelletammydenney6549 Před 3 lety +2

    Never in our world will there ever be another Freddie . Once in the universe.

  • @janisvanmeter6327
    @janisvanmeter6327 Před 3 lety +3

    This is my favorite Freddie Mercury song. He demonstrated the full range of his talent. I love all Queen songs but Freddie shines in this performance. It gives me chills!

  • @sophistpig
    @sophistpig Před 5 lety +5

    He surely loved his triumphant poses and was so good at them. I simply feel better about life hearing his voice, feeling his confidence, and seeing his fist raised high in the air. I think the thing is that it was about glory for all, not just him. There's a lot of love in that raised fist.

  • @bbbfst
    @bbbfst Před 5 lety +13

    You asked how often someone like Freddie comes along? The obvious answer is once. No one else like him. Ever.

  • @dksweet1
    @dksweet1 Před 5 lety +1

    Oh how I wish Freddie was around today. There will never be another Freddie! ❤️

  • @delainepep22
    @delainepep22 Před 5 lety +1

    Your gonna lose it when you see it. Its mind blowing. Love Freddie so much

  • @YourBeingParanoid
    @YourBeingParanoid Před 5 lety +112

    RIP Freddie and Montserrat - singer of songs, lover of life x

  • @lisa.agonterman5092
    @lisa.agonterman5092 Před 5 lety +2

    She’s an opera singer! He sang opera. They started studying Freddie’s voice range before he passed and still to this day! I so miss Freddie ❤️

  • @carolcjh8938
    @carolcjh8938 Před 5 lety +1

    Freddie was more than talented, he was gifted!

  • @zephiernetecke7922
    @zephiernetecke7922 Před 5 lety +1

    This dude was...a Savant. That's the word your looking for. He drew inspiration from everywhere...

  • @laura8512
    @laura8512 Před 5 lety +2

    The live version with Freddy Mercury is always the best!
    His amazing vocal range and ability to open to every genre of music.

  • @deborahcornell171
    @deborahcornell171 Před 5 lety +193

    I'm so touched by your reaction, L. Freddie & Montserrat (or Montsy, as he called her) adored each other & were in awe of each other's talent. She was amazed how he, being a natural baritone, could glide effortlessly between that and his tenor voice..and also his composing ability. They quickly became close & he even confided in her about his illness. She attended the unveiling of his statue in Montreaux, Switzerland with his family, and was moved to tears. I'm posting this 3 min. video of the event for anyone who'd like to see it. It also shows Brian explaining why the statue is there. L, being as you enjoyed their work together I hope you watch this..every Queen fan should see it..
    czcams.com/video/RxwcVx8NCKI/video.html
    Montserrat passed away in October. I hope they're making beautiful music together on the other side.

    • @obsidianred9833
      @obsidianred9833 Před 5 lety +13

      Thank you Deborah, I have not seen this clip before and of course I have tears in my eyes, again. The song, A Winters Tale just says it all, and this is the perfect setting for his beautiful statue. I love that they captured Freddie's energy and movement so well, the statue has become iconic in itself, thanks again 😥😁😉💖🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

    • @deborahcornell171
      @deborahcornell171 Před 5 lety +10

      @@obsidianred9833
      So glad you enjoyed it! I noticed the same things, how even the jacket looks stopped in mid-motion as he reaches up. That statue was well thought out & well executed. I've watched the video 3 of 4 times and I always get misty. I guess we're both soft-hearted & emotional when it comes to Freddie & Queen. But I wouldn't have it any other way. Plus, we're in good company with a few million other people.💙

    • @tkswann7967
      @tkswann7967 Před 5 lety +12

      Oh, why did you give us that link. I THANK you as tears are pouring down my face. Oh my god, his poor Mama. My heart is breaking all over again.

    • @kimemerson5732
      @kimemerson5732 Před 5 lety +6

      Thank you for posting that video, it was beautiful!

    • @susieq9801
      @susieq9801 Před 5 lety +11

      Deborah Cornell - I also wish to thank you for the video. I had never seen it either. It was so touching to see Freddie's mother, father and Montserrat consoling each other. Brian seemed close to tears when he said the view of the lake from his home was his favorite and now he can look out on it forever. So sad that London did not allow a statue. The inscription on the statue sums his life up so succinctly....Lover of Life, Singer of Songs. Thanks again.

  • @kelleeholmes9448
    @kelleeholmes9448 Před 5 lety +173

    You know someone recently described Freddie perfectly, for those that grew up on his songs, and even those that are just now starting down his path. I've always said he had a divine presence, you just were in awe watching him, and then someone said, "After Freddie's death, he left us craving his love and his music" And it was the word "love" that popped out for me, they hit the nail on the head, he radiated love through his songs, no matter what genre he was singing, he just oozed love out to his fans. I think even if Freddie didn't get paid, he would still sing for an audience with the same amount of love and passion, that I think (along with his incredible voice) made him stand out from the others and to this day, still does. We crave Freddie....lol

    • @melissacurtis7216
      @melissacurtis7216 Před 5 lety +9

      Perfectly said. He was mesmerizing.

    • @sodapop83
      @sodapop83 Před 5 lety +19

      if you look here on YT, under almost every queen/freddie videos one of the most liked comment is usually "how can i miss someone so much i didn't know?" :'(

    • @kizunadragon9
      @kizunadragon9 Před 5 lety +8

      Mercury, the messenger of the gods.

    • @sodapop83
      @sodapop83 Před 5 lety +3

      @@kizunadragon9 they say he had his moon at 26-27 degrees sagittarius which they say is the center of the universe. means he was channeling information from the future/past of all humanity. hm

    • @headrushindi
      @headrushindi Před 5 lety +8

      well said Kellee...great observation. The talent and the passion he infused into every song he made..leaves a great void in us musically today. Because in the world of fast canned sound, and mediocre flash in the pan stardom, this type of True talent and uniqueness simply doesn't exist . When we hear it thru his recordings and videos it fills a small gap in our musical beings that craves greatness , and un-autotuned reality

  • @glynnisgibb5582
    @glynnisgibb5582 Před 3 lety +2

    His talent will never be seen again, his love of all music reflected in this song, he knew he was dying when this was made, it was and always will be an iconic recording of two such amazing talents.

  • @Jd-im4my
    @Jd-im4my Před 5 lety +4

    I'm a huge Queen fan but I had never seen this one. So thank you!!! I'm speechless. FREDDIE never disappoints. R.I.P. Freddie

  • @eileentsiapanos5430
    @eileentsiapanos5430 Před 5 lety +132

    It’s so cute that ur still flabbergasted. Yeah. Years later, so am I.

  • @SugarcatPlays
    @SugarcatPlays Před 5 lety +78

    When you remember that around this time poor Freddie was starting to realize something was VERY wrong with his body it’s incredible. He was feeling pretty ill around this period and still drove these notes into the sky. It’s amazing

    • @ericasmith3124
      @ericasmith3124 Před 5 lety +7

      Yep, he was diagnosed with AIDS in 1987. He’s amazing

    • @songbird897
      @songbird897 Před 5 lety +6

      This was in 1988 or 89 so he already knew he had Aids

    • @karolyn8644
      @karolyn8644 Před 5 lety +7

      @@songbird897 It was recorded in '87 & released in '98. Caballe was one of very few people he told about his diagnosis. He loved & trusted her.

  • @wing2654
    @wing2654 Před 5 lety +16

    There’s no other like Freddie in this world... and yes, he goes WAY ABOVE AND BEYOND...💕

  • @judiek8995
    @judiek8995 Před 5 lety +32

    I think besides being a useful prop, Freddie’s mic stand gave him something to do with his hands. Without it his arms are flying all over the place- which is adorable and endearing anyway, but I think he was aware of it. Even in the “making of” video of the “These are the Days of Our Lives” video, Freddie criticized his performance by saying “I did too many movements.” He tends to, without that mic stand to occupy his hands. But it’s cute, and I love him no matter what!

    • @DonnaleaSpencer
      @DonnaleaSpencer Před 5 lety +5

      :) I watch him, and lovingly think, he invented the original fidget spinner

    • @susieq9801
      @susieq9801 Před 5 lety +4

      @@DonnaleaSpencer - Ha ha. Even in this video his legs and arms were twitching to perform!

  • @Guinnessgurl27
    @Guinnessgurl27 Před 5 lety +3

    I love how it was just supposed to be one song, she asked him how many songs are usually on a rock and roll album. They ended up recording a full album because she loved his energy. I watched an interview with her and she was talking about how opera was a dying art until he sang with her and reintroduced it to the younger generations. She said that she would hear young people asking "who is that woman screaming beside Freddie?" 🤣

  • @angelacrawford4394
    @angelacrawford4394 Před 5 lety +17

    I was born in 1963 so I grew up listening to Queen! The good old days of awesome music!

    • @susieq9801
      @susieq9801 Před 5 lety +1

      @M99980 and Angela Crawford - Born in '49 so I got The Beatles, British Invasion AND Queen! We were lucky.

  • @Fullmetal1291985
    @Fullmetal1291985 Před 5 lety +5

    Just hits you in the feels dosn't it ^_^

  • @tazmom0
    @tazmom0 Před 4 lety +1

    There will never be another Freddie. He could do it all.

  • @sandramorris893
    @sandramorris893 Před 5 lety +29

    In an interview Freddie said he was worried that he might go stomping across the stage like he usually does when he feels the music but his friend told him not to worry and just tone it down a bit lol. You can see Freddie in one part where he nearly goes forward taking Monsterrat with him but he stops himself. So singing and thinking about what his body is doing as well makes this so perfect.

    • @nataliebagshaw2773
      @nataliebagshaw2773 Před 3 lety

      I was going to say the same thing 😊

    • @thekingsdaughter4233
      @thekingsdaughter4233 Před 3 lety +2

      I read from another comment elsewhere that Freddie was worried his stage personality would overshadow her. And a friend told him that, hey, she's an operatic soprano, a Prima Donna (I think she was called La Magnifica); and most likely _he_ would have to step it up a bit! :-D :-)

  • @judyflanigan8814
    @judyflanigan8814 Před 5 lety +88

    AMAZING AND SINCERE REACTION! I get goosebumps whenever I hear this song. Freddie was a musical genius...a true LEGEND.

  • @imweakfordeaky
    @imweakfordeaky Před 5 lety +63

    We told ya, L... Freddie is incomparable!

  • @sandyschaffer3344
    @sandyschaffer3344 Před 5 lety +2

    Loved your reaction, I was LMAO!!! That Freddie is filled with many surprises. Never be another Freddie. Miss You Darling.

  • @jmpastry11lulu94
    @jmpastry11lulu94 Před 5 lety +1

    I am getting such a kick out of watching another generation discover Freddie. Your reaction was spot on and the way I’ve always felt when hearing him sing.

  • @cloverskies77
    @cloverskies77 Před 5 lety +2

    Amazing man.....lover of life...singer of songs! When he wrote Barcelona he was sick. He sang litterally until his death.

  • @bluedana11
    @bluedana11 Před 5 lety +68

    Goosebumps every time I hear this, amazing 😉

  • @bridgettherose609
    @bridgettherose609 Před 5 lety +2

    This song is so freaking gorgeous! When I started my journey into Queen I would’ve never expected that Freddie could transition so amazingly from rock n roll to opera! And they sound beautiful together! Definitely deserves more attention! R.I.P to both Mercury and Caballé

  • @roytemple9118
    @roytemple9118 Před 5 lety +1

    This is why it hurt so many when he left this earth. For those of us who were here when he was we knew how great he was. More than Rock or Opera he lived his gift and shared it openly. I am enjoying reliving these moments with you and other reactors experiencing this now for the first time. Keep going with this journey. 👍👍👍

  • @kimshell6167
    @kimshell6167 Před 5 lety +1

    He was THE best!! No one compares to Freddie Mercury! And remember, he was sick at this time. We lost so much the day Freddie Mercury left us 😥

  • @TheGoldbaxter
    @TheGoldbaxter Před 5 lety +41

    He wrote this and many others that he recorded with her and did a whole album with her.

  • @karolyn8644
    @karolyn8644 Před 5 lety +1

    Sorcery?
    Or a gift from the gods of music? The fact that such beauty exists can lift my
    spirit out of the depths.

  • @andrewpuckett5295
    @andrewpuckett5295 Před 5 lety +1

    They absolutely adored each other. She loved working with him and he was in love with her voice.

  • @amandascanlon8344
    @amandascanlon8344 Před 5 lety +1

    Her voice is like satin in my ears. They both had great respect and love for each other. Freddie sais she had the greatest voice in the world

  • @appiewhite9045
    @appiewhite9045 Před 5 lety +4

    That is the MAGIC of Freddie Mercury and Queen. He thought she had one of the most beautiful voices in the world. Every member had their own solo thing from time to time but, Queen was more than the sum of their parts. Together they were their own genre. Amazing..

  • @mariadelosangelesgomezrial2372

    Es un lujo, un honor escuchar, ver a estos dos monstruos. Para mí la mejor inauguración de todos los juegos Olímpicos!!!! Juntar a estas figuras pone los pelos de punta.❤️❤️❤️

  • @janepatterson756
    @janepatterson756 Před 3 lety +2

    I love you so much Freddie. YOU are the best

  • @brianvance1178
    @brianvance1178 Před rokem +1

    Even in death, Freddie Mercury is topping charts

  • @bsmith8943
    @bsmith8943 Před 5 lety +1

    Freddy mercury was the greatest performer in history.

  • @karolyn8644
    @karolyn8644 Před 5 lety +1

    She could hold that high, pure pianissimo note forever. I think I could walk outside, collect my mail, come back in & she would still be holding that note.

  • @tsukigalleta
    @tsukigalleta Před 5 lety +19

    As the information about the lyrics didn't seem to be there, I'll tell you: this song describes the first time Freddie met Montserrat. They adored each other :)
    Great reaction, Lamar, thank you!!

  • @belindamelville3376
    @belindamelville3376 Před 5 lety +23

    YOU DID IT.....😚😚😚 thank you so much. Couple of things...Freddie wrote this for the Barcelona olympics...he sang her parts to her before she agreed...he died before the olympics so it wasnt used. He was very sick at this point but said it was something he was really proud of .they became very close friends. I remember how she so cried at the unveiling of his statue. Glad you enjoyed it.😊😊😊

    • @nancyblumberg4612
      @nancyblumberg4612 Před rokem

      You are wrong about the song not being used, it was used and she sang it without him and as a tribute to him.

  • @fourthhorsemendeath218
    @fourthhorsemendeath218 Před 3 lety +1

    I will say it for all time, Freddie is one of if not the best Male vocalist to ever live

  • @bamagirl3575
    @bamagirl3575 Před 5 lety +1

    There will never be another Freddie Mercury in this life time! I agree. I too thank God for all of this being captured for all to enjoy and love his gift. He gets to live on forever.

  • @teresawhitney6669
    @teresawhitney6669 Před 5 lety +18

    I felt the same way. He combined the 2 genres and 2 worlds of rock and opera to perfection. Opera and Freddie's personality are both over the top and just... Wow!

  • @KillerBebe
    @KillerBebe Před 5 lety +1

    A legend among legends. Nothing less can be said about him.

  • @CBGB_1977
    @CBGB_1977 Před 5 lety +122

    I know you wish you had lived his journey with us long-time fans...I’m comforted in knowing that it spared you the heartbreak and utter disbelief of the day he passed.
    That was a day I’ll never get over. I cried until my jaw actually hurt. Everyone around me did the same (music fans). There’s nothing like feeling that vibrant life leave this world. I liken it to losing a color you’ve always loved. It was like losing a lifelong friend.
    I’m so thrilled that Queen and Freddie have been seemingly brought back to life hopefully to never be forgotten.
    I was born in 1971 so Queen had been there my whole life, and is here still.
    I love your honesty during your reactions. I truly appreciate your discovery of Queen.
    I think it’s cool that you’re enjoying the live performances! You’re seeing a band who did it all themselves. True talent and love for their craft.

    • @kennasmith1293
      @kennasmith1293 Před 5 lety +17

      I was also born in 71 and felt the utter disbelief and raw grief when he died 😭 it literally nearly broke my heart the double whammy of his announcement of having full blown Aids after years of gossip then for him to leave this world the very next day was so shocking. I have always said that freddie made my life colourful, fun and joyous and watching him and Queen being rediscovered by other generations has filled my heart with genuine love and joy

    • @CBGB_1977
      @CBGB_1977 Před 5 lety +14

      Kenna Smith Those 48 hours were excruciatingly painful.
      You’re absolutely right about the official announcement that he did in fact have AIDS. It was his private battle until the end.
      I get irritated with some critics who diss the movie because they wanted to see “the dirt”.
      They made a film that I believe Freddie would have been proud of and in loving memory of Fred. ❤️👑

    • @SugarcatPlays
      @SugarcatPlays Před 5 lety +6

      Danelle Covey I was 10 when it happened, and I still remember the impact it had on my very musical family. I was innocent and naive but even I knew something very bad had happened

    • @linesalomonsen8037
      @linesalomonsen8037 Před 5 lety +5

      I was 11 when he passed and I cried for months after, whenever they would play The Show Must Go On on the radio. I still do sometimes.

    • @GinMae
      @GinMae Před 5 lety +7

      Quite a bit older than you, born in '60 - but lucky that enabled me to see my very first favorite band as a teenager - and extraordinarily lucky to have met them (briefly) at the age of 16 - long story, but everyone was awesome and kind to a couple of awkward young girls... most especially Freddie - who was my BF's crush (I was in love with Brian May) -- then over the next few years, I got to see them in concert two more times... the music world was forever changed by the talent and passion of all of these guys... :)

  • @barrya355
    @barrya355 Před 5 lety +1

    What a talent this man was. Just priceless

  • @pamf.3290
    @pamf.3290 Před 5 lety +3

    He wrote this song for her before even got to meet her. He fell in love with her when he was at an Opera with Peter Freestone, his Personal Assistant. He had never heard of her before and then she agreed to meet him and this eventuated. 💕

  • @belindamelville3376
    @belindamelville3376 Před 5 lety +2

    Are you all enjoying this trip as much as me? Love that we're going from death on two legs...stone cold crazy..love of my life to barcelona. Beautiful madness. Think its time for You take my breath away...if our new Queenie fan can take it...lol.

  • @iseeyou736
    @iseeyou736 Před 5 lety +1

    Thank you for passing Freddie to another generation

  • @ladydruyear
    @ladydruyear Před 5 lety +1

    R.I.P. Montserrt Caballe. Very few singers become legends even fewer become icons but Freddie Mercury is a legendary icon.

  • @jeyjey9531
    @jeyjey9531 Před 5 lety +2

    Listen You Take My Breath Away (Live At Hyde Park 1976) He sings delightfully. Goosebumps all over the body. stronger than from barcelona

  • @rosemaryvandijk9907
    @rosemaryvandijk9907 Před 5 lety +2

    Its called no one but you ❤🌹

  • @lindamerrett6600
    @lindamerrett6600 Před rokem +1

    Freddie the greatest,RIP.🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

  • @dennishelm9358
    @dennishelm9358 Před 4 lety +1

    And this was the official song for 1992 Olympic games in Barcelona Spain!! Absolutely perfect

  • @etc7070
    @etc7070 Před 5 lety +33

    Man...when you got up out the chair and had to walk around...I lost it 😂
    You are on a roll picking the absolute best songs to react to.

  • @seanarankin73
    @seanarankin73 Před 5 lety +2

    Not one of the greatest.
    THE GREATEST.
    Pure and simple

  • @virginiasmith1674
    @virginiasmith1674 Před 3 lety +1

    A legend ; like no other. We love you freddy Mercury

  • @GekeHopWassink
    @GekeHopWassink Před 5 lety +2

    Freddie was from another space, you must listen The Golden Boy, also by Freddie Mercury and Motserrat Cabellé, you will be very suprised in a good way. Love your comments!! Live from The Netherlands xxx

  • @beckytaylor5391
    @beckytaylor5391 Před 5 lety +1

    My biggest wish is that I would have known in my late teenage years (late 80s) that I would adore Freddie in my 40s. I would have made sure that I would have seen him live. It truly hurts my heart. I too feel blessed that these recordings exist. My favorite is Live Aid and I watch it at least 2 or 3 times a week.

  • @tessasnow
    @tessasnow Před 3 lety +1

    I’m so lucky to have been a teenager during the’70s. Freddie and Montsie as he called her were great together. 🖖🏻🇨🇦💥🥰

  • @adrianblom2869
    @adrianblom2869 Před 5 lety +8

    I grew up with Queen I'm 36 I have loved Queen's music since I've been young my favorite movie is Highlander because of the Queen soundtrack.

  • @peggypenguin7290
    @peggypenguin7290 Před 5 lety +1

    Angelic AND powerful!!! 💚💚💚💚

  •  Před 3 lety +1

    That "whom other person is" was one of the best opera singers of all times ;)

  • @glizta42
    @glizta42 Před 5 lety +1

    He helps me to reach for the stars. I love him very much. His gift fills my heart.

  • @obsidianred9833
    @obsidianred9833 Před 5 lety +19

    You are not alone, I remember hearing this for the first time 😲 Freddie saw her sing, at Covent Garden I think, and asked if he could meet her, they became really good friends, a kind of mutual adoration, I think that comes over in this too . Fantastic reaction, sometimes words are not enough or indeed needed 💖💖

  • @jenniferhayden1037
    @jenniferhayden1037 Před 5 lety +2

    He was wonderful, but Caballe’ she lifted that song up and took Freddy through the roof, and he loved her for her ability.

  • @vadamulder4608
    @vadamulder4608 Před 4 lety +1

    I don’t know if any of your viewers have mentioned this but Freddie composed this music as well. Truly a musical genius sent from the gods!

  • @nanook8721
    @nanook8721 Před 4 lety

    Freddie was a gift from God. And I agree with you, the fact that we can still watch him today is another gift.

  • @Navanitika
    @Navanitika Před 5 lety +1

    Few years ago Montserrat Caballe was in Russia. When she was asked about this cooperation with Freddie she said that she was amazed by his beautiful operatic singing. So she asked him why he is still "screaming" at the stage.
    Freddie Mercury answered that his fans wouldn't recognize him if he'll change the style.
    He used to bring ballet to the masses. And here also he wanted us to find out the harmony between rock and opera.
    At the end Montserrat said that he is in heaven now and soon she'll meet him. She died in a few months.
    Thanks for your reactions. I really love this channel more and more!
    If you want to see Montserrat "in love" with Freddie - please watch their interviews :D It's such a pleasure to see both of them together. So much appreciation of each other talents.

  • @cherrygamao7180
    @cherrygamao7180 Před 5 lety +2

    It was an amazing performance..

  • @arrow-lo7jf
    @arrow-lo7jf Před 5 lety +1

    1 of the greatest EVER ! thank God for sending us Freddy Mercury, a Blessing. once a century is right !

  • @venkatdhandapani9322
    @venkatdhandapani9322 Před 5 lety

    Freddie's performances make me cry, and scream on the inside. His stuff is to be listened to 'live'. We're all gifted for the richness these people brought to our lives.

  • @realpowerofmusic
    @realpowerofmusic Před 4 lety +2

    Dear I am very familiar with those wonderful Musical treasures.But for me to see a young american like you enjoying it, is as amazing as the musical discoveries to you! The world is better.

  • @saviogeorge3178
    @saviogeorge3178 Před 4 lety +1

    Yes your right bro there was and there can never be another one like Freddie Mercury ever period

  • @puppies4trish
    @puppies4trish Před 5 lety +1

    I don’t like opera at all.... until I heard this. It simultaneously stirs my soul yet soothes my spirit.

  • @eileentsiapanos5430
    @eileentsiapanos5430 Před 5 lety +89

    Wow! I freakin LOVE ur reaction, man!! Really. I felt the same the first time I heard it n saw the video. Speechless. (N it takes a LOT to leave ME speechless. Lol)

  • @tammyservin6024
    @tammyservin6024 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing this beautiful collaboration of two Amazing talents.
    I never tire of this song, and between "Bohemian Rhapsody" and this one "Barcelona", Freddie could write & sing Masterpieces.
    Gone too soon. ♡

  • @NostalgicMem0ries
    @NostalgicMem0ries Před 5 lety +1

    one of very few voices to ever match opera singer.... and he was rock singer... that is beyond insane

  • @kevincarr4350
    @kevincarr4350 Před 4 lety +1

    Simply beautiful.