No, it was Freddie who sang it. It was written by Brian May, who only sang the beginning, on the album version. But the version in the film is entirely sung by Freddie. About Freddy Mercury, I don't really know, I don't know who he is 😁😂
I called this a " cover " then amended it by saying that calling it such was actually AN INSULT. Now I'll have to go back amend that by saying that it was a cover was MY insult.
There's no time for us There's no place for us What is this thing that builds our dreams, yet slips away from us Who wants to live forever Who wants to live forever Oh ooo oh There's no chance for us It's all decided for us This world has only one sweet moment set aside for us Who wants to live forever Who wants to live forever Ooh Who dares to love forever Oh oo woh, when love must die But touch my tears with your lips Touch my world with your fingertips And we can have forever And we can love forever Forever is our today Who wants to live forever Who wants to live forever Forever is our today Who waits forever anyway?
This song is never boring and I sing it quite often. Never get sick of their voices. Freddie did his own thing. They are not to be compared with. Each version is unique. 31 years since Fred has passed away and still going strong.
“There can be only one…” there is only one Highlander. This cover is epic and Freddie would have been amazed at the depths of raw emotion in their singing.
@@interestedbystander196, 🔵 FYI,.... Freddy didn't just "Sing it", Brian May WROTE the song FOR Freddy's voice!.... just like any composer writes 'to/for' the instruments that are being used in his piece.
I've always loved Queen, I'm a huge fan. But these comments are ridiculous. I feel like The Tenors have done a fantastic job, I don't think anybody is trying to "outdo" anything, The Tenors have their version and Queen has theirs. The cover, in my opinion, honored it in a beautiful way. It's music, enjoy it!
Yeah, it's almost impossible to perfectly reproduce someone else's music, and boring too, since we can just as well listen to an original recording in that case. To me it's much more interesting to see how many different variations you can get on a good song when it's handled by different artists. How ominous can it become, how traditional can it become, how techno can it become - not that all variations will necessarily be good but it's still interesting to see how much the same piece can be varied.
They capture the sadness of an immortal who desperately wants to love but cant bear the inevitable loss yet again that Freddie conveyed in the original performance.
I hope The Tenors read this comment. I am 43 years old. I remember being introduced to this song with the release of the movie Highlander in the 80s when it was first released. You guys should be damn proud. I bet my life on it that Freddie Mercury is looking down on yall with tears of joy over this masterpiece. No you didn't surpass Queens version and no the original didn't surpass yours. You both are equals. I can now say I have heard a cover that is in par with the original. Thank you so much for this.
Freddie would have LOVED this version. The theatrics.. the beauty.. It's beyond compare. For a haunting moment, I swear I heard Freddie's voice joining in.
I agree, good singing, though let's be fair...this isn't Freddie singing it and nobody could do it like he. Perhaps he did join in...he did believe in Ghost and spirits while alive...He and his family believed religion of Zoroastrianism. This is religion that helped create today's main 3 religions. Thus, he also believed he wouldn't die after death.
I love the original version of this song, but this interpretation is exquisite. I don't see a need to compare Queen to The Tenors. They simply created a beautiful interpretation of a Queen classic. I listen to this and close my eyes and allow the emotion to flow. It's amazing what music can do.
Don't you wonder, with as much as Freddie Mercury loved Opera if this isn't exactly how he pictured it? What a great job done by all involved in this video, The Tenors, Lindsey Stirling, everyone. Such a great tribute to music.
I agree! He was an entertainer (The Entertainer) and he would have loved this version, I'm quite sure. I would have loved to see Freddy play the part of a vampire. This song is fitting for that.
Never in my lifetime did I think I'd hear a version of this song that was anywhere near as powerful as the original. This totally nailed it. I got chills. Freddie would have LOVED this. I hope he's watching.
@@desraebrown683 Yes! And I've heard and performed in all manner of truly beautiful choral pieces - but there is some little piece of perfection in this that I've never come across before.
This is beautiful, theatrical, romantic version of this song, Freddie most definitely would of loved a vampiric, operatic, dramatization of one his most treasured and heartfelt songs he left us.
Gentle hugs, truly sorry for your loss. I'm coming up on the fifth anniversary of my mom's death, the next week will be rough, I grieve with you. May the pain transform over time into a soft film of love over the many memories you made with her, and may you always feel her beside you and in your heart.💖
@@robertpalmer3909 if you think that is copying, you're obviously bloody death. It's not even slightly similar to what Queen did. Other than the fact it's the same vocals and it's a bit operatic.
Every time I come across this, I have to listen again. These voices do justice to the beautiful piece of music, Freddy Mercury made come to life. A hauntingly beautiful version and Lindsey Stirling's violin takes it to new heights. Freddy would be pleased.
This song, so hauntingly beautiful. Never did I ever think of the pain and anguish that this song conveys. My late husband and I both loved Highlander so much. And now that he is gone, I understand the heartache, and pain and loss this song conveys.
I lost my Beloved 5.5 years ago - we loved all of Queen's music & Highlander... This is a steller tribute to Freddie's music that expresses the limitless pain of such loss as a Soul Mate... Thank you for sharing your exquisite gift!
This is a masterpiece! Just as the original was. I can almost hear Freddie Mercury applauding The Tenors. Now close your eyes, and just imagine outliving everyone and everything you ever loved, being immortal, watching it all fade away while you just exist, forever.
My personal favourite version of this amazing song . Thank you Freddy Mercury for the creation of it . The Tenors and Lindsey Stirling are unbelievably talented . It brings tears to my eyes everytime I listen to it . Stirring .
I've been a Queen fan for about 40 yrs, I'll always be. They did this cover with extreme class. I'd like to think of Freddie heard it played this way, he'd give his approval!!
Beautifully done guys. Every time I heard this and will hear it. It will never get old for me. Even though I played Duncan MacLeod of the Clan MacLeod for 400 years.
Oh he would have wanted to maybe even back this as some kind of Opera where are some of his other songs could have been created into this moving through the centuries type of thing with these guys and maybe they meet her in different time periods and then they end up all singing at the end they kill themselves because she is a vampiress Who somehow gets killed or something like that maybe she's the one who turned them into vampires OG that would be really cool yeah he really likes Showmanship he was figure on it then Liberace his was not goofy like liberace's he definitely made you feel liberated Liberace made you feel squeamish sorry
It was Brian May who wrote the song though :p I love Queen and im a huge fan. But they were four members that worked together and i dont think the others get enough credit for it. I love them all equally.
This is magnificent, performed by superb voices, as a "Gothic Opera" Freddie would have loved this, he had an operatic range and also loved the genre. His scale was unlimited.
The visuals were beautifully imagined... the vocals were spot on..... the harmonies like a buffet for the ears. This would make Freddie Mercury proud. His legacy of beauty lives on.
I find the breaking Benjamin version more akin to the original, with a slightly different tone. This is okay, I think better without the interruptions to the song for Lindsey's solos.
Such a beautiful song by queen. And these guys voices bring it to life again. If only freddy could hear them. And that piano and beautiful violin. Wow wow wow.
This has got to be the sexiest cover of a Queen song ever, particularly the guy with the southern European sounding opera voice wearing the hat. Oh. My. God. I want a full-length movie.
A beautiful Violin playing maiden, 4 gorgeous tenor singing Vampires in a hauntingly surreal setting? Sounds like another perfect Lindsay Sterling video
Freddie was wonderful but actually Brian May is the original singer of this song, included in the soundtrack of Highlander. Christopher Lambert/Sean Connery. Bad Movie. Great music.
@@estelabaez8592 no it was a great film with great music! If the film wasn't your cup of tea I can accept your point of view but I loved that film and Queen is still one of my favourite bands of all time.
As I write this, it's what would've been Freddie Mercury's 74th birthday. I have watched this video TONS of times and can't help but think that Freddie would LOVE this rendition of 1 of Queen's most beautiful songs!! It's truly stupendous!! The Tenors featuring Lindsey Stirling on this is a masterpiece!!! Happy Birthday, Freddie!!! You were 1 of music's best!!!
The part that hit me most was the balance! No one overpowered each other. The vocals are tight, the musicianship is really extraordinary. Thank you so much for using your amazing gifts!
Well actually Victor overpowers them at the end. He has such a powerful voice, sometimes I think he can't help it. But that's okay, they are all truly gifted. 💕 😇
This song comes from an Era of music that we may never again see. The tenors do justice to a masterpiece here, and Ms. Stirling compliments them amazingly.
I'm at an age where living forever is unappealing, death is just the final step of life. So many of my loved one have gone into the forever, that it holds no dread for me. This song stays on my mind a lot!
Nah, appreciate life because it will end. If you truly believe you will meet your loved ones in the 'forever', than you should know that they will be waiting for you regardless of how long you take to get to them.
@@gjeraldh2989 Oh yes, I do believe, including meeting my father who was killed on an on-the-job accident putting up high line wires when I was 3 years old.
Beautifully said. As much as I love life and wished I was immortal when I was young and saw Higglander, I realize there is a comfort in death. Not depressing, I've had a good life and many yrs to go yet, but I do see things changing as age comes. There is a joy to aging.
*Focus on eternity and your relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Ask Jesus to forgive you of all of your sins and He will, and you will have eternal life in Heaven.* *Don't miss your chance~🙏👑🕊️*
*God is shaking the Heavens and the Earth. Jesus Christ is about to return to rapture the Church.* *Focus on eternity and your relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Ask Jesus to forgive you of all of your sins and He will, and you will have eternal life in Heaven.* *Don't miss your chance~🙏👑🕊️*
lelomaquina69 it may not be opera, but he did make an album with queen called Night at the Opera. He would have loved this version as well as the one that was originally made. So it may not be opera and I just got off topic, but yes he would have loved this theatrical style of the song as it has the feeling of Opera.
This is by far the most cinematic music video that I have seen. Now I want to see an entire musical movie based on this video, even though I know how it's going to end. Absolutely stupendous.The roles suit each tenor perfectly. The storyline is a clincher.❤❤😢
I normally don't comment, besides the comments that everyone else has stated. I would also like to add that the videography is absolutely awesome. I would much rather see a vampire movie like this than seeing one with sparkles any day.
@@Benefacez Very true..! But the entire spectacle of it all..? would've most certainly appealed to Fred. Brian..? would've no doubt LOVED how technically precise Lindsey is when she performs. (besides..! It's LINDSEY STIRLING!! Who ~DOESN'T~ love Lindsey..?!!!)
And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment. Hebrews 9;27. Make every effort to enter through the narrow door. For many, I tell you, will try to enter and will not be able. Luke 13;24 Go ye through the strait gate, bec5wide is the gate, and broad the way that is leading to the destruction, and many are those going in through it...... Matthew 7:13 If he did not have a relationship with God then he will live forever in hell ..... tormented for eternity.
@@journeygirl4ever a powerful music video. i am not what you would call a fan of the vampire genre. But this music video is beautifully put together. It is just sad that one of the guys has left the group now.
I just love this rendition. It takes nothing away from the Queen version. The Tenors should find more songs to do in period dress. They have such beautiful voices. I have watched some of their other videos and I can see why they are making such a mark for themselves. More Please!!!
OMGOSH! How the heck did I miss this?? There's something about this period of dress, the style of the 17th, 18th centuries that I simply adore... Combined with their incredible voices. I'm in Heaven. 😇
I’m the most fervent Queen fan there is and this is so beautiful! Brought tears to my eyes and gave me chills just like Freddie does. I truly believe Freddie would love this. The music, use of many instruments, the harmonizing of voices. Glorious
In my most humble opinion, Freddie Mercury would be quite impressed with this version. He was an amazing showman who loved music and performing and embraced the essence of the music and put his heart and soul in each and every note to show the rest of the world the beauty that he saw in it. I love music and many different genres- this particular version of this beautiful song shows that so many things in life can be in harmony if we just allow it to happen and enjoy the show. Well done, Tenors! And Linsey as well- your mastery of your instrument is a gift for the world. Keep making beautiful music, everyone!💕
Can we please bring back the whole, long hair on men, 1800s vampire look? PLEASE?! I'm getting major Interview With A Vampire/Versailles vibes and YUM!!
I'm not usually all that impressed by covers, but this one hit me in the feels. It's a great tribute to Freddy Mercury and Queen at it's high, as well as to a great movie but also a work of art in it's own right. I simply love the whole look and feel.
Anyone commenting negatively on this obviously didn't have a CLUE about Freddy. He would have LOVED the drama and theater of this video and the way it's presented.
Robert Webster I’m sorry? Brian wrote it, but Freddie sang it. In the studio version Brian sang a couple lines, while Freddie did lead vocals, and live Brian didn’t sing at all. Also all of them sang, not just Freddie and Brian, with Roger singing more frequently then Brian does
I think the Tenors did an amazing job with this song. They were not trying to make a "remake" of the song . But make their own omage to Queen. And they did just that. ❤
Nothing and nobody can ever replace Freddie, of course. That doesn't mean that a cover can't be great, though and this is probably the best cover out there.
Not going to argue there. Freddie would actually probably appreciate this rendition, the mild haunting of the melody, the drama to the video. I think he'd approve, I do. It's a good cover.
My mother can't listen to the original without crying. She played it at my uncle's funeral. This version made her break down in my living room, but she said that it's the only cover she thought did the original justice.
I can imagine, the first time i heard the original a few years ago it broke me, everytime i listen to it i feel a bittersweet emotion, and i want this song to be played at my funeral, but i think it wouldn't be aprpriate if i suicide....
+Yummy Sounds I know how you feel. I've never felt that suicide is an answer, but I used to cut. My fiance pulled me out of that darkness, but she broke it off tonight, and I don't know what to do... I had gotten used to feeling happy, but now...
I can't listen to the original version of the song without crying but for me, it's the bittersweet irony that one of the most beautiful voices in our era had his life cut so short and sang this particular song.
This is just Lovely. Let's never lose the thought of Brian May sitting in a cab in the rain, writing the first lines of this song. Because of his enormous talent, we have this beautiful song.
I'd totally watch a movie with these guys in a vampire opera like a Interview with a Vampire meets Phantom of the Opera type style. Gorgeous and talented.
Honestly, I shed a few tears listening to this. It does the Queen version justice, as hearing that song always makes me cry. It was very beautiful imagery and I understand what they were trying to accomplish in this. I would love to see you guys perform this with the actual band, because I think it would be epic. To those who are leaving negative reviews or even worse, grow up. You are so used to the original thing, be it music or TV shows or the like, that you don't leave yourself with an open mind that it might actually be good. I believe that Freddie and the rest of Queen would (or do) like this if they were (or have) to see it.
I’m sorry, but this is a masterpiece, cinematically and vocally just breathtaking
Very well put!
@@rhondabrown1471 Poetry, pure poetry. If you don't feel anything from this, you don't have a soul.
You don't have to be sorry. It's alright if you like it. Did you see the original "Highlander"?
Definitely better than any of the damn sequels.
One word... Amazing!
To me the greatest thing about this version of the song is Lindsey Stirling on violin. Her violin skills are a gift to the world.
They do Freddie justice. Best cover I've ever heard.
I love the Queen version, but this is a remarkable cover! A true masterpiece!
Freddie Mercury would break out in tears listening to this beautiful rendition. The Tenors did him proud!
I am, damn allergies
He would be so proud!
Freddy Mercury didn´t sing this, it was Brian May.
No, it was Freddie who sang it. It was written by Brian May, who only sang the beginning, on the album version. But the version in the film is entirely sung by Freddie.
About Freddy Mercury, I don't really know, I don't know who he is 😁😂
@@Nyruami
You made my day😂😂😂😂
40 years later and this song is still driving new hearts to cry . The tenors and Lindsey knocked it out of the ballpark.
I called this a " cover " then amended it by saying that calling it such was actually AN INSULT. Now I'll have to go back amend that by saying that it was a cover was MY insult.
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There's no time for us
There's no place for us
What is this thing that builds our dreams, yet slips away from us
Who wants to live forever
Who wants to live forever
Oh ooo oh
There's no chance for us
It's all decided for us
This world has only one sweet moment set aside for us
Who wants to live forever
Who wants to live forever
Ooh
Who dares to love forever
Oh oo woh, when love must die
But touch my tears with your lips
Touch my world with your fingertips
And we can have forever
And we can love forever
Forever is our today
Who wants to live forever
Who wants to live forever
Forever is our today
Who waits forever anyway?
Freddie once said “Do whatever you want with my music but don’t make it boring”, I think he’d be happy with this.
OMG! I have always loved this song. More so now.
Idem
This song is never boring and I sing it quite often. Never get sick of their voices. Freddie did his own thing. They are not to be compared with. Each version is unique. 31 years since Fred has passed away and still going strong.
This song was written by Brian May.
@@nanaprn7809 thanks I was going to post same
Perfect tribute to Queen and Freddie Mercury! BRAVO!!!
This will be played at my funeral, yes I LOVE Queen and Freddie, but this is more suitable for the occasion.
I understand this exactly. My funeral will be small but just how I want it to be.
“There can be only one…” there is only one Highlander. This cover is epic and Freddie would have been amazed at the depths of raw emotion in their singing.
This is Brian May's song. Freddie just sang it.
Just rewatched Highlander -great movie
He would have loved the passion of this version.
@@interestedbystander196,
🔵 FYI,.... Freddy didn't just "Sing it", Brian May WROTE the song FOR Freddy's voice!.... just like any composer writes 'to/for' the instruments that are being used in his piece.
@@joshhayl7459 True enough. But then _all_ of the Queen songs were written for Freddie's voice...
I've always loved Queen, I'm a huge fan. But these comments are ridiculous. I feel like The Tenors have done a fantastic job, I don't think anybody is trying to "outdo" anything, The Tenors have their version and Queen has theirs. The cover, in my opinion, honored it in a beautiful way. It's music, enjoy it!
I love the way they sing this song and video
AMEN!!!
Yeah, it's almost impossible to perfectly reproduce someone else's music, and boring too, since we can just as well listen to an original recording in that case.
To me it's much more interesting to see how many different variations you can get on a good song when it's handled by different artists. How ominous can it become, how traditional can it become, how techno can it become - not that all variations will necessarily be good but it's still interesting to see how much the same piece can be varied.
I totally agree.
agreed.. you cant compare the two both have huge merits and it is an honor to Queen that they do a cover of it.
Oh my gosh that was breathtaking
This is one of my favourite songs, thank you Brian May.❤❤❤
Oh Brian May! You wrote a brilliant song. Oh The Tenors, you sang the song brilliantly. Oh Lindsey Sterling….you are simply brilliant!
Right? Very simply put. Thank you.
@@n2tigers99 It's ART & Drama. With magic.
It takes several guys to replace one Freddy Mercury.
The song is heartbreaking and this version and the video is so so beautiful.
@@doroparker1702 I reiterate - It's ART.
This is truly a classic rendition of a beautiful and poignant song.
They capture the sadness of an immortal who desperately wants to love but cant bear the inevitable loss yet again that Freddie conveyed in the original performance.
to have Loved and lost is better than to have never known true Love! Love dies only to be Reborn
I hope The Tenors read this comment. I am 43 years old. I remember being introduced to this song with the release of the movie Highlander in the 80s when it was first released. You guys should be damn proud. I bet my life on it that Freddie Mercury is looking down on yall with tears of joy over this masterpiece. No you didn't surpass Queens version and no the original didn't surpass yours. You both are equals. I can now say I have heard a cover that is in par with the original. Thank you so much for this.
43? Might want to adjust your skin care routine. Looking a little older...
Actually, if it’s him in the photo, he looks younger than 43.
Agreed!
@@tommysobo123 how is it any of your business what anyone looks like...
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Freddie would have LOVED this version. The theatrics.. the beauty.. It's beyond compare. For a haunting moment, I swear I heard Freddie's voice joining in.
I know, so did I
Same here, sounded like he was in there
Is true, is a beautiful work
I thought it was just me!
I agree, good singing, though let's be fair...this isn't Freddie singing it and nobody could do it like he. Perhaps he did join in...he did believe in Ghost and spirits while alive...He and his family believed religion of Zoroastrianism. This is religion that helped create today's main 3 religions. Thus, he also believed he wouldn't die after death.
I love the original version of this song, but this interpretation is exquisite. I don't see a need to compare Queen to The Tenors. They simply created a beautiful interpretation of a Queen classic. I listen to this and close my eyes and allow the emotion to flow. It's amazing what music can do.
Beautifully said.
Emotional resonance for the win.
Well said!
I just cried so much lol
Absolutely
Very beautiful version of the song. I believe Freddie would approve. RIP Freddie Mercury
Don't you wonder, with as much as Freddie Mercury loved Opera if this isn't exactly how he pictured it? What a great job done by all involved in this video, The Tenors, Lindsey Stirling, everyone. Such a great tribute to music.
Can you believe they kicked Remi out of the group? He's so handsome and talented. It's a real loss.
I agree! He was an entertainer (The Entertainer) and he would have loved this version, I'm quite sure. I would have loved to see Freddy play the part of a vampire. This song is fitting for that.
He would have loved it im sure of it, and probably Roger Taylor and Brian May
Wonderful indeed, I can't express my feelings how touched I am. Magnific
Absolutely
Never in my lifetime did I think I'd hear a version of this song that was anywhere near as powerful as the original. This totally nailed it. I got chills.
Freddie would have LOVED this. I hope he's watching.
I felt the same way. I cried
Yes, there’s TH-cam in the afterlife.
What an amazing rendition of this song! And Lindsey's violin work was a beautiful addition. Very rich, emotive imagery throughout the video. Bravo!
Agreed
He is
Yes. I think Freddy would have liked this. Miss him still. He was just too beautiful for this world ❤
Somewhere in Heaven, Freddie is smiling !
I can't believe it took TH-cam 4 YEARS to recommend this masterpiece to me.. Some of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard and so well trained.
It's truly something isn't it
I know - it took me approximately five minutes after hearing it to buy the song so I can listen to it forever. ;)
Same here, I got the recommendation today, I saw 4:40 Handsome!!!.They're very Good!
EXACTLY!!! Jee TH-cam. This is the most heavenly thing I have ever heard!
@@desraebrown683 Yes! And I've heard and performed in all manner of truly beautiful choral pieces - but there is some little piece of perfection in this that I've never come across before.
No one mentions Brian May, he wrote this beautiful song. It's a timeless classic.
It's Brian's song, any Queen fan knows and loves him for it. We're still here Freddy.
Well ✔ done chills 👏 great focus
Ho yes
I was thinking the same thing. Ty, Brian, for such a lovely piece of music!
He sang it too
This is beautiful, theatrical, romantic version of this song, Freddie most definitely would of loved a vampiric, operatic, dramatization of one his most treasured and heartfelt songs he left us.
Les not forget Lindsay's magical harmony, bringing it all together in fantasy bliss.
I love it too! Vampire perfect!
I just lost my wife of 38 years. This hit home. But will always be in my heart.
I am sorry for your loss. I wish you well.
Gentle hugs, truly sorry for your loss. I'm coming up on the fifth anniversary of my mom's death, the next week will be rough, I grieve with you. May the pain transform over time into a soft film of love over the many memories you made with her, and may you always feel her beside you and in your heart.💖
God bless and keep you. How wonderful you were blessed with such love. I can only imagine such unity.
So sorry for your loss ❤
So sad so really sad for you. But She Will be there Forever for you❤
Freddy would be blown away by such a moving rendition, BRAVO! Peace.
What makes this so good is they're not copying Queen. Their cover is their own version and it is still good and powerful.
Do you understand what a cover song is ?
@@uberfu yes. It is to sing/produce a song that was created and released by someone else. It does not mean to replicate.
They're not copying Queen? Umm, yes they did.
@@robertpalmer3909 if you think that is copying, you're obviously bloody death. It's not even slightly similar to what Queen did. Other than the fact it's the same vocals and it's a bit operatic.
@@connorbrown3588 boy that escalated quickly. went from a debate to wishing a bloody DEATH on someone. sheeesh. wont argue with you in person. lol..
The Queen version was played at my husband's funeral. I want this version at mine. Excellent .
SAME
This comment touched me deeply....
Diane Andrew awww beautiful.. I’m sorry for your loss x
It's my request ...
I lost my husband Saturday and am seriously considering this to be played at his memorial. Sleep well, baby. I love you and always will.
I already LOVE this! AWESOME guys, musicians, ALL of t!
“You can do what you want with my music, remake it, resell it but never make me boring."
- Freddie Mercury
"I want to lead the Victorian life, surrounded by exquisite clutter."
Actual FM quote. I think this vid pretty much does that for him.
@Adin Silajdzija Freddie*
Amen!
@Adin Silajdzija Dude, he isn't saying it's bad...
He never said remake it or re-sell it but ok.
Every time I come across this, I have to listen again. These voices do justice to the beautiful piece of music, Freddy Mercury made come to life. A hauntingly beautiful version and Lindsey Stirling's violin takes it to new heights. Freddy would be pleased.
Me to
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AMAZING
I fall in love with this version every time I listen to it :)
@@shelleysmith1298 It's ART + THEATER / DRAMA. I feel like someone should be onscreen throwing roses.
This song, so hauntingly beautiful. Never did I ever think of the pain and anguish that this song conveys. My late husband and I both loved Highlander so much. And now that he is gone, I understand the heartache, and pain and loss this song conveys.
I am so sorry for your loss.
@@jeanblythe1595 thank you.
💜
I know your pain as well; we both loved Highlander and this exquisite song, I played it as they took my love away that night.
I lost my Beloved 5.5 years ago - we loved all of Queen's music & Highlander... This is a steller tribute to Freddie's music that expresses the limitless pain of such loss as a Soul Mate... Thank you for sharing your exquisite gift!
I think Freddie would approve. This certainly was t boring. Well done.
It takes guts to cover anything of Queen's, and this was one of their best. Excellently done, worthy effort
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森田総太郎はどうしたろう？あの華奢な体格で舞台美術を仕事にしようと日芸の舞台美術を専攻したとまでは聞いているのだが。音沙汰なし。どなたかご存知だったらここにコメントを書いておいてください。時々見ては首を長くしてお待ちしております故。他にもついでと言っては変だが。
奥出緑さん。東京都内でも花見川という最果ての地で知り合った親友です。お互いに引っ越したり忙しくしているうちに交流が途絶えてしまった。東京大学に合格したと聞いた。でも何を専攻していたのかわからない。そのまままさか連絡が取れなくなるとは思っていなかった。
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This is a masterpiece! Just as the original was. I can almost hear Freddie Mercury applauding The Tenors. Now close your eyes, and just imagine outliving everyone and everything you ever loved, being immortal, watching it all fade away while you just exist, forever.
Hence this song is truly one of the saddest i've ever listened to.
My personal favourite version of this amazing song . Thank you Freddy Mercury for the creation of it . The Tenors and Lindsey Stirling are unbelievably talented . It brings tears to my eyes everytime I listen to it . Stirring .
That would be very sad
Will rather burn out, than fade away...
I'd do it in a heart beat.
I've been a Queen fan for about 40 yrs, I'll always be. They did this cover with extreme class. I'd like to think of Freddie heard it played this way, he'd give his approval!!
Beautifully done guys. Every time I heard this and will hear it. It will never get old for me. Even though I played Duncan MacLeod of the Clan MacLeod for 400 years.
I can imagine Freddie giving this a standing ovation. He'd have loved this.
loodiamexican I think so, too
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Oh he would have wanted to maybe even back this as some kind of Opera where are some of his other songs could have been created into this moving through the centuries type of thing with these guys and maybe they meet her in different time periods and then they end up all singing at the end they kill themselves because she is a vampiress Who somehow gets killed or something like that maybe she's the one who turned them into vampires OG that would be really cool yeah he really likes Showmanship he was figure on it then Liberace his was not goofy like liberace's he definitely made you feel liberated Liberace made you feel squeamish sorry
You even gave that mediocre actor with one face expression an oscar for acting as freedei ! Thats it
He really would have
Freddie Mercury would have loved this version of his song and love the drama with it. I can hear him saying "Brilliant darling, just brilliant!"
Yes! Absolutely! ❤
It was Brian May who wrote the song though :p I love Queen and im a huge fan. But they were four members that worked together and i dont think the others get enough credit for it. I love them all equally.
Skogsalven B Yep, Brian's song.
Barbara Navarro ❤️❤️❤️
💋🤩🥰certeza que Freddie adorou!!
This is magnificent, performed by superb voices, as a "Gothic Opera"
Freddie would have loved this, he had an operatic range and also loved the genre. His scale was unlimited.
He actually sang an opera with a famous operatic singer, remember?
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He performed a duet of "Barcelona" with the opera singer Monserrat Caballé.
Napisać, że jest to najpiękniejsza interpretacja oryginału, to jakby nic nie napisać.
I’ve had TH-cam for 15 years. This is the first comment I have ever made to a video. BRAVO for an amazing cover of this song. I’m truly impressed
Right!!!
The visuals were beautifully imagined... the vocals were spot on..... the harmonies like a buffet for the ears. This would make Freddie Mercury proud. His legacy of beauty lives on.
Freddie would be proud. This is, hands down, the best cover of this song I've ever heard. My goosebumps have goosebumps!!
I find the breaking Benjamin version more akin to the original, with a slightly different tone. This is okay, I think better without the interruptions to the song for Lindsey's solos.
@@monkeybuttdevinlane I love Lindsey Stirling, but i think i agree with your comment. 😊
Totally agree
Such a beautiful song by queen. And these guys voices bring it to life again. If only freddy could hear them. And that piano and beautiful violin. Wow wow wow.
This has got to be the sexiest cover of a Queen song ever, particularly the guy with the southern European sounding opera voice wearing the hat. Oh. My. God. I want a full-length movie.
Aileen Harkwood I agree! Love the group! The one is top hat is Victor. I could listen to him and Remigio (the one holding the torch) all day!
You had better get in the queue then lol!
The first time I showed this to my mom and Victor started singing she legit said "Oooh! That one! I'll take one of him."
Me too. OMG. They look so hot. The guy with the top hat and the other taller long dark hair. They all would have been good on "The Originals"
Same!😂😂😂
A beautiful Violin playing maiden, 4 gorgeous tenor singing Vampires in a hauntingly surreal setting?
Sounds like another perfect Lindsay Sterling video
STFU
Yvonne Barney I agree! I wished Victor kept the contacts on throughout the whole the video.
Never thought I'd say this. Doubt I ever will again.
Damn. You guys (and lady) did Freddie and Queen justice. I'm stunned. Truly. Thank you.
This is a masterpiece. Freddie must be proud ❤
Honostly one of the few "covers" that actually was better than the original. In this case, that is saying A LOT!
Are you guys all kidding this is such a work of art and tribute the Freddie Mercury!
No. Just... no.
Freddie was wonderful but actually Brian May is the original singer of this song, included in the soundtrack of Highlander. Christopher Lambert/Sean Connery. Bad Movie. Great music.
@@estelabaez8592 no it was a great film with great music! If the film wasn't your cup of tea I can accept your point of view but I loved that film and Queen is still one of my favourite bands of all time.
Well...yes. And it was very well done.
As I write this, it's what would've been Freddie Mercury's 74th birthday. I have watched this video TONS of times and can't help but think that Freddie would LOVE this rendition of 1 of Queen's most beautiful songs!! It's truly stupendous!! The Tenors featuring Lindsey Stirling on this is a masterpiece!!! Happy Birthday, Freddie!!! You were 1 of music's best!!!
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I think Freddy would appreciate such a beautiful version. An immortal who chooses to die in order to join his mortal love. How freaking romantic.
@@caravanserai6432 TH-cam hat seinen Sitz in den USA. Lerne fuckin' Englisch!
@@chelsabailey1018 say what ??
@Chelsa Bailey, I like your white kitty!
Freddie once said to do anything with his music, just don’t make him boring. This was not boring. Freddie would be pleased.
Theater. It brings the feels. COULD SOMEONE STOP CHOPPING THOSE FREAKING ONIONS, FOR OZYMANDIAS' SAKE ?
Every time I hear this song. No matter who does it. All I think of is HIGHLANDER.
That would be correct.
Same :)
1978 32 same!
1978 32 Me too.
SAME!
By the way, this song, "Who Wants To Live Forever" was written by Queen's fantastic guitarist, Brian May, for the movie "Highlander".
Love the song, movie is okay, liked the tv show better. Thought Adian Paul would have been a great James Bond.
❤️ Bri
Brian May wrote, hate to say it, a bloody classic, one of my all time favourite songs
@@LJBSullivan heresy
Linda Sullivan He resembles Sean Connery.
The part that hit me most was the balance! No one overpowered each other. The vocals are tight, the musicianship is really extraordinary. Thank you so much for using your amazing gifts!
Well actually Victor overpowers them at the end. He has such a powerful voice, sometimes I think he can't help it. But that's okay, they are all truly gifted. 💕
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Don't ever stop. You are beautiful your voices xxxx and piano and violin. So beautful
This song comes from an Era of music that we may never again see. The tenors do justice to a masterpiece here, and Ms. Stirling compliments them amazingly.
I'm at an age where living forever is unappealing, death is just the final step of life. So many of my loved one have gone into the forever, that it holds no dread for me. This song stays on my mind a lot!
Nah, appreciate life because it will end. If you truly believe you will meet your loved ones in the 'forever', than you should know that they will be waiting for you regardless of how long you take to get to them.
@@gjeraldh2989 Oh yes, I do believe, including meeting my father who was killed on an on-the-job accident putting up high line wires when I was 3 years old.
Beautifully said. As much as I love life and wished I was immortal when I was young and saw Higglander, I realize there is a comfort in death. Not depressing, I've had a good life and many yrs to go yet, but I do see things changing as age comes. There is a joy to aging.
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Given Freddie's love of opera and that vocal sound, he would have loved this.
This ain't opera, not even close
lelomaquina69 it may not be opera, but he did make an album with queen called Night at the Opera. He would have loved this version as well as the one that was originally made. So it may not be opera and I just got off topic, but yes he would have loved this theatrical style of the song as it has the feeling of Opera.
@@Infernus11234 so?
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@@bigdickenergysince1776 ❤Maybe George Michael would done something awesome there.
This is by far the most cinematic music video that I have seen. Now I want to see an entire musical movie based on this video, even though I know how it's going to end. Absolutely stupendous.The roles suit each tenor perfectly. The storyline is a clincher.❤❤😢
I normally don't comment, besides the comments that everyone else has stated. I would also like to add that the videography is absolutely awesome. I would much rather see a vampire movie like this than seeing one with sparkles any day.
it reminds me veeeeeery much (and I guess it's been inspired by it) of interview with a vampire..
@@SaravonKrolock81 Freddie is smiling from the Great Beyond.
Agreed 💯!
É praticamente um trailer de um filme de vampiros e amores perdidos no tempo, simplesmente perfeito .
"You can do anything with my legacy but never make me boring." Freddie Mercury
This, this is what he meant.
AMEN!!!
Somehow..? I suspect Lindsey and Freddie would have the BEST of friends..! and yes - Fred would've LOVED this..!!
Actually, the composer of this piece is Mr Brian May... and he's still alive today, just sayin...
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@@Benefacez Very true..! But the entire spectacle of it all..? would've most certainly appealed to Fred. Brian..? would've no doubt LOVED how technically precise Lindsey is when she performs.
(besides..! It's LINDSEY STIRLING!! Who ~DOESN'T~ love Lindsey..?!!!)
This is the BEST cover of this song EVER. Freddie is looking down from above and clapping furiously every time someone plays it!
Believe you are exactly right ,,,,,,,love this song !!!! Bravo to these guys !!!!!
Shit, fuck, bollocks, how have I missed this? Full ferking stop!
I like the Opera version
And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment. Hebrews 9;27.
Make every effort to enter through the narrow door. For many, I tell you, will try to enter and will not be able. Luke 13;24
Go ye through the strait gate, bec5wide is the gate, and broad the way that is leading to the destruction, and many are those going in through it...... Matthew 7:13
If he did not have a relationship with God then he will live forever in hell ..... tormented for eternity.
Ad he is loving the wardrobe too! He'd have loved to done this video.
Wow, Fredie loves this too, absolutely! ❤ amazing job 👏
This song has always made me tear up. But this version is in my small opinion the best cover version I have heard. The video is great too.
I am obsessed with this version. I love the vampires! So heartbreaking though!
@@journeygirl4ever a powerful music video. i am not what you would call a fan of the vampire genre. But this music video is beautifully put together. It is just sad that one of the guys has left the group now.
@@janetthomson6815 I agree, Im not into vampires either but it just TOTALLY FIT this song/video!! They're amazing!!
Beautiful presentation. I’m brought to tears also.
I just love this rendition. It takes nothing away from the Queen version. The Tenors should find more songs to do in period dress. They have such beautiful voices. I have watched some of their other videos and I can see why they are making such a mark for themselves. More Please!!!
everyone should dress in period dress or elements of it. i do. :)
One of the most beautiful music videos ever made and an enormous tribute to the artists that inspired it and performed in it
This could be a full length movie
What an AMAZING AWESOME SONG AND WHAT A GREAT COVER you guys are awesome
" A man who lives forever can never enjoy the moment and a man who lives in the moment can enjoy it forever."
I disagree with the first part of your statement. But I completely and wholeheartedly agree with the second part.
I have to believe that Freddie Mercury would have considered this a tribute to him, and would have enjoyed it immensely. Well done!
Whyy??? Brian May wrote it!
OMGOSH! How the heck did I miss this?? There's something about this period of dress, the style of the 17th, 18th centuries that I simply adore... Combined with their incredible voices.
I'm in Heaven.
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How could anybody not like this its out off this world
Brian May. Freddie Mercury. Highlander.... What memories. Great job by The Tenors xxx
I’m the most fervent Queen fan there is and this is so beautiful! Brought tears to my eyes and gave me chills just like Freddie does. I truly believe Freddie would love this. The music, use of many instruments, the harmonizing of voices.
Glorious
Those voices, that violin, those lyrics. I'm cherishing every moment from now on, no matter what happens to me.
This was absolutely amazing
In my most humble opinion, Freddie Mercury would be quite impressed with this version. He was an amazing showman who loved music and performing and embraced the essence of the music and put his heart and soul in each and every note to show the rest of the world the beauty that he saw in it. I love music and many different genres- this particular version of this beautiful song shows that so many things in life can be in harmony if we just allow it to happen and enjoy the show. Well done, Tenors! And Linsey as well- your mastery of your instrument is a gift for the world. Keep making beautiful music, everyone!💕
Opera overtones, men in black nail polish, gorgeous period costumes and vampire-camp? Let's face it, Freddie would have loved this.
And yeah he would love it.. Brian May wrote this song..
Let's face it, some men are just born looking Sexy in a ponytail, clothing is optional at this point..
Yes!
Oh Hells yeah he would have!!!
Goddess yes he would adore it
Can we please bring back the whole, long hair on men, 1800s vampire look? PLEASE?! I'm getting major Interview With A Vampire/Versailles vibes and YUM!!
That would be fantastic, man with long hair are so beautiful 💞
I agree, gender specific clothing enhances that romance.
L N 1700s and back.
@@johnfrancisdoe1563 Ok? And?
My husband has long hair, long nails to boot. I'm lucky ;)
First time watching this video, and I'm simply blown away!
I'm not usually all that impressed by covers, but this one hit me in the feels. It's a great tribute to Freddy Mercury and Queen at it's high, as well as to a great movie but also a work of art in it's own right. I simply love the whole look and feel.
@Daniel Appleton beautifully expressed
His name was FREDDIE.
@@przytulanka1979 I stand corrected, but i think we can all agree there was only one lead singer for Queen.
Stfu...
Anyone commenting negatively on this obviously didn't have a CLUE about Freddy. He would have LOVED the drama and theater of this video and the way it's presented.
Christy Ledford It’s funny that you’re criticising people for not knowing Freddie when you can’t even spell his name correctly
@@tomburgess8485 and that is why.... Lol
Also Freddie did not sing it .. brain may the other singer from queen sang this song and wrote it
@@silentbob242789 i'll ask my boss he seen them and not really a fan of later stuff.
Robert Webster I’m sorry? Brian wrote it, but Freddie sang it. In the studio version Brian sang a couple lines, while Freddie did lead vocals, and live Brian didn’t sing at all. Also all of them sang, not just Freddie and Brian, with Roger singing more frequently then Brian does
A perfect example of how a song can be done in many different ways, and all of them can be beautiful. Seriously moved me to tears.
Absolutely Love this ❤ Would love to see Linsey in concert 😍
Adding Linsey Sterling to this was genius. A magical rendition of a powerful song made better by a stunning and talented violinist.
Yes, pity you couldn't get her name right.
I think the Tenors did an amazing job with this song. They were not trying to make a "remake" of the song . But make their own omage to Queen. And they did just that. ❤
Just viewed..Wow!!..beautiful tenor voices on their own, when they harmonize..exquisite!!
Greatest cover/Mashup of all times thank you
Nothing and nobody can ever replace Freddie, of course. That doesn't mean that a cover can't be great, though and this is probably the best cover out there.
I'm an old fan of The Highlander but I prefer this masterpiece than original song. More classical and slower, good for listening to.
Not going to argue there. Freddie would actually probably appreciate this rendition, the mild haunting of the melody, the drama to the video. I think he'd approve, I do. It's a good cover.
"You can do anything with my legacy but never make me boring." Freddie Mercury
Yes of course there is
Sarah brightmans was amazing also!
My mother can't listen to the original without crying. She played it at my uncle's funeral. This version made her break down in my living room, but she said that it's the only cover she thought did the original justice.
I can imagine, the first time i heard the original a few years ago it broke me, everytime i listen to it i feel a bittersweet emotion, and i want this song to be played at my funeral, but i think it wouldn't be aprpriate if i suicide....
+Yummy Sounds I know how you feel. I've never felt that suicide is an answer, but I used to cut. My fiance pulled me out of that darkness, but she broke it off tonight, and I don't know what to do... I had gotten used to feeling happy, but now...
I'm so sorry, but there is always someone out there you just have to find him/her
I can't listen to the original version of the song without crying but for me, it's the bittersweet irony that one of the most beautiful voices in our era had his life cut so short and sang this particular song.
Silverwing179 the same here
This is just Lovely. Let's never lose the thought of Brian May sitting in a cab in the rain, writing the first lines of this song. Because of his enormous talent, we have this beautiful song.
And singing the opening verse. Its what makes Freddie's opening of the second verse so powerful.
@@spikedee1538 you're so right, Brian sets it up for Freddie, together they kill it
And a rocket scientist at that! 🤓
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Nothing against Brians singing but Freddies version for the film and live doesnt lack anything without Brian
It isnt less good
А никто и не забывает.
Все фанаты QUEEN в курсе, что это шедевр Брайана.
И дай Бог ему долгие лета и здравия.
Absolutely fantastic.
I am a purist when it comes to Queen, but this version is truly worthy of praise! Beautiful!
I'd totally watch a movie with these guys in a vampire opera like a Interview with a Vampire meets Phantom of the Opera type style. Gorgeous and talented.
I definitely got twilight vibes of this video. And that is about as bad as it gets.
Not vampire immortal warriors ok one was a vapire
ABsoLUTEly❣
Honestly, I shed a few tears listening to this. It does the Queen version justice, as hearing that song always makes me cry. It was very beautiful imagery and I understand what they were trying to accomplish in this. I would love to see you guys perform this with the actual band, because I think it would be epic.
To those who are leaving negative reviews or even worse, grow up. You are so used to the original thing, be it music or TV shows or the like, that you don't leave yourself with an open mind that it might actually be good.
I believe that Freddie and the rest of Queen would (or do) like this if they were (or have) to see it.
Me too☝️
These guys rock. Beautiful voices and heart felt song.
Lindsey Sterling’s violin was an amazing addition to this wonderful tribute to Freddie.