i am 73 i knew and heard all the greats but like most people didn't appreciate their talent at the time but so glad people are recognizing all the talent of the past. music is timeless.🎸
I've been a fan since I saw the movie waynes world that featured bohemian rhapsody and it made #1 for the 2nd time!!! More than a decade apart. It was 1992 spring break. So hear I was begging for my parents to buy me the queens greatest hits cassette. And I learned freddie and passed away less than 6 months prior. I was devastated. I'm 41 now and i still am devastated. My preference in music is mostly hard rock and heavy metal. But Queen has always been my number one favorite band and i listen to them every single day. Still. Lol. My 2 daughters are 12 and 10 years old. Huge queen fans!!! My youngest daughters teachers nicknamed her freddie and all her friends call her freddie. Her names kyleigh but she goes by freddie!! Everyone else at her school is listening to Taylor swift or Justine bieber. Not my girls! My youngest fave queen song is seven seas of rye. I'm raising them right so far😂🤣
I feel in love with Freddie Mercury when We Will Rock you came out....I'm 53....at that time i had to buy all Queens albums to listen to him...his voice was amazing the octaves he did were over the top..RIP Freddie you are that legend you say you would be..as an African American he was just amazing to us...Freddie spoke to everyone
Hey JB! A-ma-zing huh? Nothing like live music...no lip synching, no auto tune, no sampling other artists stuff and calling it your own. Love your reactions and smile. F the haters...does not matter the pigment of one's skin. So glad you are an intelligent guy, expanding his mind. Peace
Nothing is more Powerful than when we hear Freddie Mercury calmly sing, "Nothing really matters, anyone can see, nothing really matters to me..." A man wrote here a song, to let our True selves Out, and Not be ashamed of who/what we are, to let go of those things the we think matter and Love who we truly are..
Great words at the end of this video. Well done! Queen's music is for EVERYONE. That's all those four guys were trying to do. To make music for everyone to enjoy. I discovered Queen in 1980 when I was 10. That's when they had the big hits "Another One Bites The Dust" and "Crazy Little Thing Called Love." My parents let me buy the .45 singles of the songs. We didn't have that many TV channels back then but I remember we got either HBO or Showtime and they would play music videos every once in a while and that's when I saw their video for "Play The Game." After that in 1981 I bought their greatest hits album and that's when I discovered the song "Bohemian Rhapsody." They quickly became my favorite group by the age of 11.
Your reactions are just great ! I’m excited for you ! You’re such a special person with such a beautiful soul and open mind. You keep doing what you do and let those haters just keep hating. There’s always gonna be those people. Mean people suck no matter what skin color
Hey man, great reaction! When i see the adoration on your face while you're listening to these four musical wonders, you remind me of my younger self. I'm probably one of your older viewers. I have seen them perform live (from close by, fourth row) a couple of times here in the Netherlands in the early eighties. I can for sure understand your admiration. Freddie is still the best. And so are Brian, Roger and John. Freddie will live forever in my mind and I hope in the minds of the rest of this planet. That's why i love the Freddie Mercury tribute concert so much. All those great stars that pay their tribute to my hero. You have to check that out some time, man! And continue reacting, i love it!
You keep going buddy! It's a great thing to enjoy music, not to mention different cultures and perspectives! Loving that you found Queen and seem to enjoy them so much. I grew up with them, and Bohemian Rhapsody was my first exposure to this band, aged 4. To say they've stayed with me is an understatement. *^^*
Great reaction. You understand that music is emotion...not color. You understand that not money, nor English, nor Chinese nor French, nor Russian are the universal language, but that music, it's artistic honest self expression done earnestly from the heart and creative minds of true Artists, is THE Universal language. And Queen...with Freddie...are possibly the best example of the purity of such self expression in rock and pop music. Keep going brother.
This is my first comment ever! I was one of the lucky ones that actually saw Queen live in LA. They are the best group I ever saw live. They put on a really great show. I am so glad that another generation is getting to see what I saw in the 70's and 80's. I really love to see your reactions to their music. I also want to see the movie. I hope you will do a reaction to it.
My daughter and I are both looking forward to the movie as well. She is 14, but LOVES Queen. I think it's great that so many young people, are listening to the older music, and really appreciating how amazing, real live vocals should sound. I am always amazed when I watch reaction videos, and young people are shocked by the sound of live vocals, and live instruments. No amount of sampling, or auto tune, will ever come close, to real singers/musicians. If I may be so bold as to suggest a song, I would like to suggest David Bowie's cover of a song called "My Death". His voice is hauntingly beautiful on that song. Keep up the great work. I'm truly enjoying, watching you on this journey.
I LOVE your reactions. I got to see Queen twice back in the day and boy do I consider myself one of the lucky ones. Freddie's presence and connection with the audience is undeniable and he loved what he did. I started watching reaction videos a few weeks ago and I love watching the reactions from younger generations who have been introduced to this legendary band and I have to say I am addicted.
All culture is for all of mankind, womankind, all races. You should react to anything new, anything old, anything that strikes your fancy and more. There is so much great stuff out there. Fight the negative. Freddie was an immigrant himself. Always a British citizen. But he was born from Parsi parents in the British protectorate of Zanzibar, in Africa, before independence-He want to a British boarding school in India as a child when he formed his first band ‘The Hectics.’ He only reached the UK in his teens after the revolution in Zanzibar forced all the non-Africans out. So, yeah the greatest British frontman of all time was a Persian born in Africa.
I think you're one of my favourite reactors on YT if not *the* favourite one. You give off such genuine positive vibe. There's still so much of Queen for you to discover, I'm a bit jealous! I wish I could unhear all of it just to experience it for the first time again. Out of curiosity a question to all the lovely people here: do you remember your first Queen song and how you got into their music? Because I was only 10 when Freddie died but was lucky enough to grow up around much older cousins and a classic rock loving dad (tho more into Led Zeppelin). I have clear memories of hearing Under Pressure when I was 5 or 6 for the first time. It's so weird to realise Queen's been in my life for 30+ years.
I did get to see them. Right after News of the World album. That had we will rock you , we are the champions. Fantastic show. Freddie was a showman extraordinaire!! Band was amazing also. Keep going my man and enjoy the journey you’re on !!!
Hi from the UK 🇬🇧. I watch your reactions to Queen songs a lot and over again because like I said you don’t stop start the music, you really listen. I’m black British and I am so proud that my country has produced legends and we still do. Colour doesn’t determine what genre of music you are to like. There is a reason why Stevie Wonder wrote in one of his lyrics that music is a truly international language. I like every genre because of particular songs, lyrics and performances. Please don’t let anyone dictate what YOU have to like or dislike. I’m a scientist so I really advocate curiosity whether intellectual, musical, academic or artistic. It’s your life to live you define the confines of your life. No one else. I love your reactions and I know I keep telling you this but again the bad comments that you mentioned makes Americans seem narrow minded. I apologise for the generalisation but it is what it is. Here in the UK 🇬🇧, We are the country of live gigs and concerts; Glastonbury..... etc so I’m sorry for the obtuse people you come across it’s kind alien to me as a Brit. You do your thing. Like I said before, you’re dope 👌👍
It's so funny seeing your reactions to Queen, because I went from Queen to discovering hip-hop just recently, and you've gone from hip-hop to discovering Queen. Music is amazing!
1:35 I loved how you are being honest about why you are making a reaction video to Queen (because of the movie). It's heart warming to see people who have no idea who they / Freddie were, watching, listening, and getting their mind blown.
I really have to say..... I Love watching your reaction to Queen. Your so honest and so true my man. Thank you for being true, being brave .... and being bold. Keep doing what you love. We love it too my friend. Peace ✌️
This guy is adorable. His reactions are so genuine and heartfelt. I did grow up in the Queen era but I never got to see them live either. Seeing JBLethal appreciate the amazing performance reminds me too of how good Queen was. I hope JB gets a lot more views than what he has at the time of this comment. One cool guy.
Vicwestlad....our guy JB is at over 18,000 views on this video, I think he is doing pretty good! Was sad to hear he's gotten comments suggesting that he stick to hiphop and rap....I hadn't really thought of it before, but he's correct to say it is racist to suggest someone limits themselves!
Let the haters hate...it must suck being so full of hate. You do you!!! I love that you're expanding your mind and trying to bring people together...we need more people like you in the world!!! I'm dying to see the movie too!!! I saw the previews at the theater and listening to Queen loud and in surround sound is the best!!! My Grandma (R.I.P. ❤❤❤❤) told me that a day is wasted if you do learn something new. I'm impressed that you listened/watched the live version cuz everyone else is just doing the video. I hope you have a wonderful and blessed day my friend!!! 😊😊😊😊 🐧🐧
Just subbed to your channel. Very genuine “reactor” and I’m so happy you’re discovering music you like. I was a young girl when Freddie sadly passed, but my parents where/are Queen fans so I was fully aware of their music growing up. He really was one of the greats, absolutely phenomenal. It’s a sad thing to say but the times of great musicians has long passed. Ofcourse there are good artists today but nothing really compares (in my opinion). I am a massive rap/hip hop fan (80’s - mid 00’s predominantly), but I like stuff from most genres... anything from Motörhead, to enya. I don’t believe anyone should limit themselves to one genre of music... if an artist/group/band resonates with you then enjoy delving into their material. No matter what genre and no matter from what era. Excuse me cussing but fuck the haters.... this is your journey. I’ll look forward to more reactions from you in the future. Keep up the good work dude ✌🏻👍🏻
I'm so happy I found you. I've laughed and cried with you. Listen to anything you want to try - they're your ears. Rock on luv and have a beautiful day
Orlando Trustful--I love interviews and documentaries about bands. Understanding the musicians it as much fun for me as listening to the music.Some documentaries are better than others--VH1 docs on Queen have many errors. Some of the UK ones are, for me a bit salacious. In the older interviews with Brian and Roger, you get the real pain they had after Hot Space, the I Want to Break Free video in drag banned by MTV, and the 80-era US radio ownership stopping the play of Queen because of disapproval of Freddie's sexuality. Freddie insists it doesn't bother him at all, but there is a defensiveness that belies his protest. They lost American for that time, and I think have only gotten back a wide-spread appreciation of their status in this century. Bands are embedded in the culture of their time, and I think it is fascinating. No force feeding for me--I can filter, compare and contrast, and read books with various viewpoints.
Oh!! Thanks, I'm going to check that out. When I was in college my roommate had 4 8 tracks. 2 were Queen``Night At the Opera and PF---Dark Side of the Moon......Oh another was Steve Miller---Fly like an Eagle
New subscriber! So happy I found you. Love you! And don’t place any weight on people who try to box you in. It’s your channel. You can react to ANYONE, ANY SONG, ANY BAND you want to. I love it. I’m an older woman, a Gramma & I love seeing you younger people appreciating music maybe you don’t know well or haven’t heard before. So keep it up! From the Great State of Oklahoma!
I was born in 74 so I never really managed to see him live. I still remember waking up one morning as a 16 year old lad in 1991 and hearing on the morning radio news that he had died. I never felt so gutted in my life.
Can I suggest a few of my favourites that people seem to ignore on TH-cam reactions. 1) You Take My Breath Away (Hyde Park '76 live version) is so ethereal, it's amazing. 2) Brighton Rock and 3) Melancholy Blues. 3 very different genres of songs, but what else would you expect from Queen.
3 great choices. Although they are pretty much all good choices. This is what separates Queen from so many bands. Their catalog is deep and diverse. Might I add one more live version? White Queen at Hammersmith '75. Many argue that the Rainbow in '74 was a better version but I much prefer the visuals of the Hammersmith show. Both are amazing. The song White Queen is haunting. Brian's guitar especially. I have mad respect for you for stepping outside the genre you are used to and opening your mind to greater diversity. And Queen might be the all in one buffet of music. You will soon discover songs that no other band would even attempt. Lazing on a Sunday Afternoon as an example. Short, unique and just so damn happy. Enjoy the journey.
I was able to see him twice in concert. Best front man ever. He controlled the crowd and it did not matter how large the crowd was. And the voice - no one matches it.
Bravo to you, man...for being true to who you really are and reacting to all different kinds of music. Don't let the haters discourage you; they're the ones with the closed minds who can't handle anyone being more open and free than they are themselves. To hell with them! I'm like you, I love all kinds of music. I was raised in a family where every member loved a different kind of music, so my tastes are diverse and all over the place, and I enjoy encountering other people who are the same. It's what drew me to your channel and I love seeing you discover Queen and Freddie Mercury, because no matter the genre, he was just an incredible singer and performer....and by all accounts, seemed like an amazing person, too. He, himself, was into all kinds of music. I can't wait to see the movie either. I know some people already have complaints about it, but IMO, if nothing else, this movie will introduce Queen's music to a wider audience, and I don't think there's a damn thing wrong with that! Anyway, in conclusion, thank you for your reactions to Queen and for continuing to be yourself. I'm enjoying your journey of discovering new music as much as I enjoy my own. Peace.
RM Worthington Have Some People seen the Film already then ?? I Thought it was Scheduled for Early November in all Cinemas .Please let me know what Complaints they have about it ..So I dont waste my Money on it ..
@@laceylocket1 They did have a one day early release. From what I understand people are upset that the dude playing Freddie doesn't look like him. I know Freddie's sister has given her approval of his performance as well as the remaining Queen members. They were in on the movie cuz they were there and can tell what really happened. Go to an early show if you're worried about wasting your money...plus don't let people dictate what you watch. I also heard that the dude playing Freddie is probably going to be nominated for an Oscar. 🐧🐧
@@laceylocket1 Some people have been complaining since before the first teaser trailer dropped because they wanted Sasha Baron Cohen to play Freddie. I certainly hope you won't let anyone else's opinions, whether critical or not, sway you from seeing something you really want to. I most definitely plan to see it no matter what the critics opinions are. You know the old saying, opinions are like assholes, so forth and so on.....and the same as I don't allow just anyone to mess about with my asshole, I also won't allow their opinions to dictate what I watch at the theater. Cheers, and happy viewing! :)
Hello mate ... all the way from little old England. Been watching some of your Queen reaction clips. It's Brilliant ! 🙌. Glad to see your Imbracing such a Genuis at work .You will never see hes like again . Enjoy.
I love the Queen songs "The Show Must Go On", "Who Wants To Live Forever", both so emotional - and also "Innuendo" is a song which has a Bohemian Rhapsody vibe to it (the way it switches up and takes you on a journey). I recommend these songs my friend.
Luckily you are now hooked to the absolute greatness that is Freddie and Queen! I grew up listening to ONLY Rap and Hip hop, once I heard Freddie's Voice I was just blown away,basically all I have been listening too for the past 5 years and just cant get enough of them. You really should check out Queen's live performance at Live Aid and Freddie mercury and montserrat caballe's song "barcelona". Yea, Freddie did his thing with an Opera singer and its mind blowing! Find the live version of Barcelona, would love to see a reaction to those 2 performances
I'm also a 73yr old gal and have always been diverse when it came to music even at the age of 12. When I had kids I kept up with their music I love love Queen. Freddie Mercury was soooo sexy with an amazing voice and talent. I also love Lucciano Pavoratti singing Nessum Dorma, his signature song. Check it out, his voice range is spectacular. Jazz, Motown, Old Country,Greek, French, and Arabic music. Spanish, Irish, they are all good. Doo Wop, Black gospel "Goin Up Yonder" by Tremain Hawkins is my very favorite. Yes I am quite diverse and proud of it. Stick to your guns Sweetie and ignore the ignorant. Remember your brain is like a sponge, let it absorb all that is good. Blessings and much love from a Michigan Granny and above all Peace.
Sweetheart, don't let anyone put you in a box, just because they choose to stay in one. There's too much great music out there to do that. I grew up (a white kid in the suburbs) listening to the great Motown and R&B artists along with the classic British rock bands. Black and white, I loved them all. It was all so good. We loved everything from The Temptations (that you just reacted to!) and the Jackson 5 to Queen and Led Zeppelin. Cultural lines being crossed with music is a good thing. You're bringing people together. Don't let anyone stop you. Love and hugs to you!
I think that you are a very special young man. I really like the way that you communicate your thoughts and feelings in such an articulate manner. I also appreciate your views on race and genres of music and am saddened that you even had to make a statement regarding what should just be the joy of music.
There's a T-shirt out there that says "I may be old, but I got to see all the good bands." Sadly, I didn't get to see Queen with Freddie, but I did get to see The Smiths (which is huge for us 80s New Wave fans). There's a suggestion. This Charming Man by The Smiths.
you want to be blown away in live performances ?? see the first 6 musics of live at wembley its around 25 minuts of music... in question of rock full power.. its the best. after that you just want to see their live performances... very nice reaction by the way...
JBLethal..love the videos! You seem like the kind of cat that I'd like to hang out with and play music trivia. If you ever want some guidance on tackling the grunge era, I could help out!
I love it ❤ My request as a fan is to react to the song White Queen live Hammersmith. It's my favorite song from Queen and this show is one of the best. Hugs from Brazil 🇧🇷
I don't care what color a person is. I care what type of person they are. From what I have seen in your vids, you sir, are someone I would be proud to have as a friend.
People who tell you that you should be listening to hip hop not rock either don’t know or choose to forget the early hip hop stars who toured with rock bands, or the amount of rock that has been incorporated into hip hop. Rock grew out of the blues. So there’s black music that’s white underneath and white music that’s black underneath, none of which is relevant as we listen with our ears not our eyes. Keep listening, like what you like and dislike what you don’t like. We don’t all like the same things and we don’t have to, but better to dislike something from experience than ignorance. Keep widening your experience.
I'm 77 and I really got started with Led Zeppelin and many more of the artist that actually played real instruments and no computers back then! Queen was a great group as was the other old rock groups!
You say you love discovering music, so can I suggest another group to you? A British Ska group called Madness. They have some really fun songs, but they aren't to every ones taste. Hard part is choosing which songs to try for someone who doesn't know them. My personal favourite is 'Baggy Trousers' because it reminds me of my school days and 'Shut Up' is fun. But 'One Step Beyond' is a big fan favourite (mainly instrumental though) as well as 'It Must Be Love', 'My Girl', 'Our House' and 'The Prince'.
I wholeheartedly second this suggestion. I adore Madness and am sad I have never seen them live. My personal favorite is "Michael Caine," but you can't go wrong with a Madness song.
It can really stick it in and break it off when they start singing bits of your life and you realize someone like them has been there before you and made it out the other side. Pain and hope all in one song sung by four dudes in another country who have never met you but you can recognize yourself in their music
So glad you are discovering Queen and Freddy’s stage presence😎 don’t sweat the haters, racists and mean spirited little people who are unhappy with their choices in life. Keep making your videos, that’s why we tune in to your channel! If you want to really know the notoriously private Freddy, look at the book written by his partner Jim Hutton, Mercury and Me... I read it over and over... this is the only place Freddy can really be himself.
Love your comments, JB. I've got the original vinyl from 1974. Queen was not really my cup of tea. Seeing the previews of the movie got me watching on youtube starting with LiveAid. It ripped me open. He was a beautiful person, with music from heaven. So far ahead of his time. Bo Rhap I always liked, casually. Now it kills me. Even more with Somebody to Love. God bless Freddie, up in heaven.
Always always embrace the positive and any negative comments push them aside. Music is for EVERYONE regardless of color or creed. This metalhead has loved all of your videos and your down to earth realness. Please tell us what you think of the movie after you've had a chance to see it! I've seen it once and will probably be seeing it again.
The reason you don't see them singing the middle part live is that it is impossible. They dubbed their voices over and over so that they sounded like a choir of thousands. The only way they could do that live is with a choir that could sing as well as they do.
In case you were wondering Freddie Mercury (lead singer) had a vocal range of 4-5 octaves! Also, Brian May (lead guitarist) has an IQ between 170-180 and has a Phd in Astrophysics
i am 73 i knew and heard all the greats but like most people didn't appreciate their talent at the time but so glad people are recognizing all the talent of the past. music is timeless.🎸
the guitar solo was composed by Dr. Brian May
@ShariSez1 I think he made some good points.
I've been a fan since I saw the movie waynes world that featured bohemian rhapsody and it made #1 for the 2nd time!!! More than a decade apart. It was 1992 spring break. So hear I was begging for my parents to buy me the queens greatest hits cassette. And I learned freddie and passed away less than 6 months prior. I was devastated. I'm 41 now and i still am devastated. My preference in music is mostly hard rock and heavy metal. But Queen has always been my number one favorite band and i listen to them every single day. Still. Lol. My 2 daughters are 12 and 10 years old. Huge queen fans!!! My youngest daughters teachers nicknamed her freddie and all her friends call her freddie. Her names kyleigh but she goes by freddie!! Everyone else at her school is listening to Taylor swift or Justine bieber. Not my girls! My youngest fave queen song is seven seas of rye. I'm raising them right so far😂🤣
g77. Way to go dad man! If I had to pick only one recording artist to load up my personal jukebox, it would have to be Queen!
I feel in love with Freddie Mercury when We Will Rock you came out....I'm 53....at that time i had to buy all Queens albums to listen to him...his voice was amazing the octaves he did were over the top..RIP Freddie you are that legend you say you would be..as an African American he was just amazing to us...Freddie spoke to everyone
He was the BEST frontman ever!!! So glad to see you discover this great music ❤️✌️
Obviously better than both.
Richard John nah
You got Freddie'd...music'll never be the same...
Freddy Mercury loves you now that you found him.
Dont ever forget that.
He would tell us in his songs he loves us.
And we love him back eternally.
Hey JB! A-ma-zing huh? Nothing like live music...no lip synching, no auto tune, no sampling other artists stuff and calling it your own. Love your reactions and smile. F the haters...does not matter the pigment of one's skin. So glad you are an intelligent guy, expanding his mind. Peace
Facts!!! Well said
Lisa Barbosa Right On !! ✌️❤️🎶
Perfectly put Lisa. JB is intelligent with a wonderfully open mind.
Queen is so EFFING amazing. Those of us who were raIsed on the classic rock can shun the “others”.. we know true talent. Shine on!
I love hearing you “youngsters” enjoying this amazing band and Mr. Freddie Mercury!!
Nothing is more Powerful than when we hear Freddie Mercury calmly sing, "Nothing really matters, anyone can see, nothing really matters to me..." A man wrote here a song, to let our True selves Out, and Not be ashamed of who/what we are, to let go of those things the we think matter and Love who we truly are..
Great reaction video man. Your facial expressions were priceless. Queen had a way of making people smile.
Great words at the end of this video. Well done! Queen's music is for EVERYONE. That's all those four guys were trying to do. To make music for everyone to enjoy. I discovered Queen in 1980 when I was 10. That's when they had the big hits "Another One Bites The Dust" and "Crazy Little Thing Called Love." My parents let me buy the .45 singles of the songs. We didn't have that many TV channels back then but I remember we got either HBO or Showtime and they would play music videos every once in a while and that's when I saw their video for "Play The Game." After that in 1981 I bought their greatest hits album and that's when I discovered the song "Bohemian Rhapsody." They quickly became my favorite group by the age of 11.
I can’t wait to see this movie. Freddie was so shy in interviews. He was something else on stage. You can see how much he enjoyed what he did.
Your reactions are just great ! I’m excited for you ! You’re such a special person with such a beautiful soul and open mind. You keep doing what you do and let those haters just keep hating. There’s always gonna be those people. Mean people suck no matter what skin color
Thanks for your reaction! Hope you enjoyed the movie cause i did!
Freddie Mercury is definitely one of a kind. An absolute legend. There will never be anyone else like him.
Hey man, great reaction!
When i see the adoration on your face while you're listening to these four musical wonders, you remind me of my younger self. I'm probably one of your older viewers. I have seen them perform live (from close by, fourth row) a couple of times here in the Netherlands in the early eighties. I can for sure understand your admiration. Freddie is still the best. And so are Brian, Roger and John.
Freddie will live forever in my mind and I hope in the minds of the rest of this planet. That's why i love the Freddie Mercury tribute concert so much. All those great stars that pay their tribute to my hero. You have to check that out some time, man!
And continue reacting, i love it!
You keep going buddy! It's a great thing to enjoy music, not to mention different cultures and perspectives! Loving that you found Queen and seem to enjoy them so much. I grew up with them, and Bohemian Rhapsody was my first exposure to this band, aged 4. To say they've stayed with me is an understatement. *^^*
Great reaction. You understand that music is emotion...not color. You understand that not money, nor English, nor Chinese nor French, nor Russian are the universal language, but that music, it's artistic honest self expression done earnestly from the heart and creative minds of true Artists, is THE Universal language. And Queen...with Freddie...are possibly the best example of the purity of such self expression in rock and pop music. Keep going brother.
This is my first comment ever! I was one of the lucky ones that actually saw Queen live in LA. They are the best group I ever saw live. They put on a really great show. I am so glad that another generation is getting to see what I saw in the 70's and 80's. I really love to see your reactions to their music. I also want to see the movie. I hope you will do a reaction to it.
My daughter and I are both looking forward to the movie as well. She is 14, but LOVES Queen. I think it's great that so many young people, are listening to the older music, and really appreciating how amazing, real live vocals should sound. I am always amazed when I watch reaction videos, and young people are shocked by the sound of live vocals, and live instruments. No amount of sampling, or auto tune, will ever come close, to real singers/musicians.
If I may be so bold as to suggest a song, I would like to suggest David Bowie's cover of a song called "My Death". His voice is hauntingly beautiful on that song. Keep up the great work. I'm truly enjoying, watching you on this journey.
This is great family nurture n traditions
I LOVE your reactions. I got to see Queen twice back in the day and boy do I consider myself one of the lucky ones. Freddie's presence and connection with the audience is undeniable and he loved what he did. I started watching reaction videos a few weeks ago and I love watching the reactions from younger generations who have been introduced to this legendary band and I have to say I am addicted.
All culture is for all of mankind, womankind, all races. You should react to anything new, anything old, anything that strikes your fancy and more. There is so much great stuff out there. Fight the negative. Freddie was an immigrant himself. Always a British citizen. But he was born from Parsi parents in the British protectorate of Zanzibar, in Africa, before independence-He want to a British boarding school in India as a child when he formed his first band ‘The Hectics.’ He only reached the UK in his teens after the revolution in Zanzibar forced all the non-Africans out.
So, yeah the greatest British frontman of all time was a Persian born in Africa.
I think you're one of my favourite reactors on YT if not *the* favourite one. You give off such genuine positive vibe. There's still so much of Queen for you to discover, I'm a bit jealous! I wish I could unhear all of it just to experience it for the first time again.
Out of curiosity a question to all the lovely people here: do you remember your first Queen song and how you got into their music? Because I was only 10 when Freddie died but was lucky enough to grow up around much older cousins and a classic rock loving dad (tho more into Led Zeppelin). I have clear memories of hearing Under Pressure when I was 5 or 6 for the first time. It's so weird to realise Queen's been in my life for 30+ years.
I did get to see them. Right after News of the World album. That had we will rock you , we are the champions. Fantastic show. Freddie was a showman extraordinaire!! Band was amazing also. Keep going my man and enjoy the journey you’re on !!!
Love your reactions & commentary for the great Queen & Freddie Mercury!!! Much respect & enjoy your trip down Queen's rock & roll highway :)
Hi from the UK 🇬🇧. I watch your reactions to Queen songs a lot and over again because like I said you don’t stop start the music, you really listen. I’m black British and I am so proud that my country has produced legends and we still do. Colour doesn’t determine what genre of music you are to like. There is a reason why Stevie Wonder wrote in one of his lyrics that music is a truly international language. I like every genre because of particular songs, lyrics and performances. Please don’t let anyone dictate what YOU have to like or dislike. I’m a scientist so I really advocate curiosity whether intellectual, musical, academic or artistic. It’s your life to live you define the confines of your life. No one else. I love your reactions and I know I keep telling you this but again the bad comments that you mentioned makes Americans seem narrow minded. I apologise for the generalisation but it is what it is. Here in the UK 🇬🇧, We are the country of live gigs and concerts; Glastonbury..... etc so I’m sorry for the obtuse people you come across it’s kind alien to me as a Brit. You do your thing. Like I said before, you’re dope 👌👍
Thank you for opening yourself up to different styles of music. By doing that you are giving yourself a gift.
It's so funny seeing your reactions to Queen, because I went from Queen to discovering hip-hop just recently, and you've gone from hip-hop to discovering Queen. Music is amazing!
I love the emotion in your face. Freddie brings it out! He was amazing. I miss him. COUNTING THE DAYS to the movie, that I WILL be singing to! ;)
1:35 I loved how you are being honest about why you are making a reaction video to Queen (because of the movie). It's heart warming to see people who have no idea who they / Freddie were, watching, listening, and getting their mind blown.
I really have to say..... I Love watching your reaction to Queen. Your so honest and so true my man. Thank you for being true, being brave .... and being bold. Keep doing what you love. We love it too my friend. Peace ✌️
This guy is adorable. His reactions are so genuine and heartfelt. I did grow up in the Queen era but I never got to see them live either. Seeing JBLethal appreciate the amazing performance reminds me too of how good Queen was. I hope JB gets a lot more views than what he has at the time of this comment. One cool guy.
vicwestlad I totally agree
Are you a Queen fan Kathy?
Vicwestlad....our guy JB is at over 18,000 views on this video, I think he is doing pretty good! Was sad to hear he's gotten comments suggesting that he stick to hiphop and rap....I hadn't really thought of it before, but he's correct to say it is racist to suggest someone limits themselves!
Let the haters hate...it must suck being so full of hate. You do you!!! I love that you're expanding your mind and trying to bring people together...we need more people like you in the world!!! I'm dying to see the movie too!!! I saw the previews at the theater and listening to Queen loud and in surround sound is the best!!! My Grandma (R.I.P. ❤❤❤❤) told me that a day is wasted if you do learn something new. I'm impressed that you listened/watched the live version cuz everyone else is just doing the video. I hope you have a wonderful and blessed day my friend!!! 😊😊😊😊 🐧🐧
Thank you 🙏🏾 I will continue to expand and love all music 🎶
Just subbed to your channel. Very genuine “reactor” and I’m so happy you’re discovering music you like. I was a young girl when Freddie sadly passed, but my parents where/are Queen fans so I was fully aware of their music growing up. He really was one of the greats, absolutely phenomenal. It’s a sad thing to say but the times of great musicians has long passed. Ofcourse there are good artists today but nothing really compares (in my opinion). I am a massive rap/hip hop fan (80’s - mid 00’s predominantly), but I like stuff from most genres... anything from Motörhead, to enya. I don’t believe anyone should limit themselves to one genre of music... if an artist/group/band resonates with you then enjoy delving into their material. No matter what genre and no matter from what era. Excuse me cussing but fuck the haters.... this is your journey. I’ll look forward to more reactions from you in the future. Keep up the good work dude
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I'm so happy I found you. I've laughed and cried with you. Listen to anything you want to try - they're your ears. Rock on luv and have a beautiful day
If you wanna learn more about Queen, there is a documentary called "Days Of Our Lives" from 2011. It will explain everything.
Really an excellent documentary!
Orlando Trustful--I love interviews and documentaries about bands. Understanding the musicians it as much fun for me as listening to the music.Some documentaries are better than others--VH1 docs on Queen have many errors. Some of the UK ones are, for me a bit salacious. In the older interviews with Brian and Roger, you get the real pain they had after Hot Space, the I Want to Break Free video in drag banned by MTV, and the 80-era US radio ownership stopping the play of Queen because of disapproval of Freddie's sexuality. Freddie insists it doesn't bother him at all, but there is a defensiveness that belies his protest. They lost American for that time, and I think have only gotten back a wide-spread appreciation of their status in this century. Bands are embedded in the culture of their time, and I think it is fascinating. No force feeding for me--I can filter, compare and contrast, and read books with various viewpoints.
Oh!! Thanks, I'm going to check that out. When I was in college my roommate had 4 8 tracks. 2 were Queen``Night At the Opera and PF---Dark Side of the Moon......Oh another was Steve Miller---Fly like an Eagle
I am 66 years old and i love Freddie mercury and the other band members. You are a ray of sunshine james. Keep up the good work. Hugs buddy
It was a sad day, and a great loss when he died. Incredible loss. One of the most beloved artists if all time.
"I will never stop expanding my mind." = LOVE IT
New subscriber! So happy I found you. Love you! And don’t place any weight on people who try to box you in. It’s your channel. You can react to ANYONE, ANY SONG, ANY BAND you want to. I love it. I’m an older woman, a Gramma & I love seeing you younger people appreciating music maybe you don’t know well or haven’t heard before. So keep it up! From the Great State of Oklahoma!
I was born in 74 so I never really managed to see him live. I still remember waking up one morning as a 16 year old lad in 1991 and hearing on the morning radio news that he had died. I never felt so gutted in my life.
Can I suggest a few of my favourites that people seem to ignore on TH-cam reactions. 1) You Take My Breath Away (Hyde Park '76 live version) is so ethereal, it's amazing. 2) Brighton Rock and 3) Melancholy Blues. 3 very different genres of songs, but what else would you expect from Queen.
I won’t ignore I got you , I love discovering music
Thanks. If you don't like these, then don't worry, the best thing about Queen is they cover so many genres that there is something for everyone ; )
3 great choices. Although they are pretty much all good choices. This is what separates Queen from so many bands. Their catalog is deep and diverse. Might I add one more live version? White Queen at Hammersmith '75. Many argue that the Rainbow in '74 was a better version but I much prefer the visuals of the Hammersmith show. Both are amazing. The song White Queen is haunting. Brian's guitar especially.
I have mad respect for you for stepping outside the genre you are used to and opening your mind to greater diversity. And Queen might be the all in one buffet of music. You will soon discover songs that no other band would even attempt. Lazing on a Sunday Afternoon as an example. Short, unique and just so damn happy. Enjoy the journey.
Great suggestions!
I fucking love brighton rock
Love your videos and commentary. Thank You.
I was able to see him twice in concert. Best front man ever. He controlled the crowd and it did not matter how large the crowd was. And the voice - no one matches it.
Bravo to you, man...for being true to who you really are and reacting to all different kinds of music. Don't let the haters discourage you; they're the ones with the closed minds who can't handle anyone being more open and free than they are themselves. To hell with them! I'm like you, I love all kinds of music. I was raised in a family where every member loved a different kind of music, so my tastes are diverse and all over the place, and I enjoy encountering other people who are the same. It's what drew me to your channel and I love seeing you discover Queen and Freddie Mercury, because no matter the genre, he was just an incredible singer and performer....and by all accounts, seemed like an amazing person, too. He, himself, was into all kinds of music. I can't wait to see the movie either. I know some people already have complaints about it, but IMO, if nothing else, this movie will introduce Queen's music to a wider audience, and I don't think there's a damn thing wrong with that!
Anyway, in conclusion, thank you for your reactions to Queen and for continuing to be yourself. I'm enjoying your journey of discovering new music as much as I enjoy my own. Peace.
RM Worthington Have Some People seen the Film already then ?? I Thought it was Scheduled for Early November in all Cinemas .Please let me know what Complaints they have about it ..So I dont waste my Money on it ..
@@laceylocket1 They did have a one day early release. From what I understand people are upset that the dude playing Freddie doesn't look like him. I know Freddie's sister has given her approval of his performance as well as the remaining Queen members. They were in on the movie cuz they were there and can tell what really happened. Go to an early show if you're worried about wasting your money...plus don't let people dictate what you watch. I also heard that the dude playing Freddie is probably going to be nominated for an Oscar. 🐧🐧
Peggy Penguin .Thanks so Much for the Info . I have seen all the Trailers ..
@@laceylocket1 You're very welcome!!! I hope you have a wonderful and blessed day!!! 😊😊😊😊 🐧🐧
@@laceylocket1 Some people have been complaining since before the first teaser trailer dropped because they wanted Sasha Baron Cohen to play Freddie. I certainly hope you won't let anyone else's opinions, whether critical or not, sway you from seeing something you really want to. I most definitely plan to see it no matter what the critics opinions are. You know the old saying, opinions are like assholes, so forth and so on.....and the same as I don't allow just anyone to mess about with my asshole, I also won't allow their opinions to dictate what I watch at the theater. Cheers, and happy viewing! :)
great movie. best queen to watch is always live videos. really shows all their talents..energy and love of music and their fans..their fans!!
Hello mate ... all the way from little old England. Been watching some of your Queen reaction clips. It's Brilliant ! 🙌. Glad to see your Imbracing such a Genuis at work .You will never see hes like again . Enjoy.
You are a diamond bro! Wish I’ve seen your channel sooner! I’m enjoying your reactions!!!!
Seeing this video takes me back to the times I saw them live, chills!
Miss him.
If you want to know exactly how loved and respected Freddie was watch anything from the tribute concert after his death.
Very well said. Love your reactions. Haters gonna hate. You rise above that. It's refreshing. Keep up the good reactions.
Thank you ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Just imagine what it was like seeing him live...the energy in the stadiums was amazing.
I love the Queen songs "The Show Must Go On", "Who Wants To Live Forever", both so emotional - and also "Innuendo" is a song which has a Bohemian Rhapsody vibe to it (the way it switches up and takes you on a journey). I recommend these songs my friend.
Luckily you are now hooked to the absolute greatness that is Freddie and Queen! I grew up listening to ONLY Rap and Hip hop, once I heard Freddie's Voice I was just blown away,basically all I have been listening too for the past 5 years and just cant get enough of them. You really should check out Queen's live performance at Live Aid and Freddie mercury and montserrat caballe's song "barcelona". Yea, Freddie did his thing with an Opera singer and its mind blowing! Find the live version of Barcelona, would love to see a reaction to those 2 performances
I'm also a 73yr old gal and have always been diverse when it came to music even at the age of 12. When I had kids I kept up with their music I love love Queen. Freddie Mercury was soooo sexy with an amazing voice and talent. I also love Lucciano Pavoratti singing Nessum Dorma, his signature song. Check it out, his voice range is spectacular. Jazz, Motown, Old Country,Greek, French, and Arabic music. Spanish, Irish, they are all good. Doo Wop, Black gospel "Goin Up Yonder" by Tremain Hawkins is my very favorite. Yes I am quite diverse and proud of it. Stick to your guns Sweetie and ignore the ignorant. Remember your brain is like a sponge, let it absorb all that is good. Blessings and much love from a Michigan Granny and above all Peace.
Sweetheart, don't let anyone put you in a box, just because they choose to stay in one. There's too much great music out there to do that. I grew up (a white kid in the suburbs) listening to the great Motown and R&B artists along with the classic British rock bands. Black and white, I loved them all. It was all so good. We loved everything from The Temptations (that you just reacted to!) and the Jackson 5 to Queen and Led Zeppelin. Cultural lines being crossed with music is a good thing. You're bringing people together. Don't let anyone stop you. Love and hugs to you!
Saw them live from the orchestra pit in 76. And it was incredible.
Them's some true words at the end. Uniting people through music. Something Queen or Freddie himself would say, and i think he did actually...
I think that you are a very special young man. I really like the way that you communicate your thoughts and feelings in such an articulate manner. I also appreciate your views on race and genres of music and am saddened that you even had to make a statement regarding what should just be the joy of music.
music belongs to ALL! we have to open our ears to the beauty of this amazing gift.
He was so so amazing! I can’t wait to see that movie as well!
Saw him live three times -- met him once -- he was charming and amazing to two little 15-year-old girls.. :)
Your lucky you got to experience that , I wish I was born in a different time lol
There's a T-shirt out there that says "I may be old, but I got to see all the good bands." Sadly, I didn't get to see Queen with Freddie, but I did get to see The Smiths (which is huge for us 80s New Wave fans). There's a suggestion. This Charming Man by The Smiths.
you want to be blown away in live performances ?? see the first 6 musics of live at wembley its around 25 minuts of music... in question of rock full power.. its the best. after that you just want to see their live performances... very nice reaction by the way...
Keep expanding, JB! Freddie would approve.
Yes bro! Everybody is entitled to everything that makes them happy. Never mind those negative commenters. We’re here, we love you!
Rip to the legend Queen rest well.
Explosivo!!! Freddie Forever!!!!
Beautiful Freddie and Queen doing what they did best
Loved seeing how it made you smile
JBLethal..love the videos! You seem like the kind of cat that I'd like to hang out with and play music trivia. If you ever want some guidance on tackling the grunge era, I could help out!
Just binged watched your vids, lovin the channel. Subbed and one love from Birmingham UK 👍
respect to you. i love your reactions
''Literally out of this world''....literally??😁 Anyway ..i like your reaction!! Regards!
I love it ❤ My request as a fan is to react to the song White Queen live Hammersmith. It's my favorite song from Queen and this show is one of the best. Hugs from Brazil 🇧🇷
I don't care what color a person is. I care what type of person they are. From what I have seen in your vids, you sir, are someone I would be proud to have as a friend.
Just subbed! I would love to see you react to in my defense by Freddie. Amazing video and song
People who tell you that you should be listening to hip hop not rock either don’t know or choose to forget the early hip hop stars who toured with rock bands, or the amount of rock that has been incorporated into hip hop. Rock grew out of the blues. So there’s black music that’s white underneath and white music that’s black underneath, none of which is relevant as we listen with our ears not our eyes. Keep listening, like what you like and dislike what you don’t like. We don’t all like the same things and we don’t have to, but better to dislike something from experience than ignorance. Keep widening your experience.
I'm 77 and I really got started with Led Zeppelin and many more of the artist that actually played real instruments and no computers back then! Queen was a great group as was the other old rock groups!
You say you love discovering music, so can I suggest another group to you? A British Ska group called Madness. They have some really fun songs, but they aren't to every ones taste. Hard part is choosing which songs to try for someone who doesn't know them. My personal favourite is 'Baggy Trousers' because it reminds me of my school days and 'Shut Up' is fun. But 'One Step Beyond' is a big fan favourite (mainly instrumental though) as well as 'It Must Be Love', 'My Girl', 'Our House' and 'The Prince'.
I wholeheartedly second this suggestion. I adore Madness and am sad I have never seen them live. My personal favorite is "Michael Caine," but you can't go wrong with a Madness song.
My favorite singer of all time. His voice is so fucking iconic.
Great reaction by the way!!
It can really stick it in and break it off when they start singing bits of your life and you realize someone like them has been there before you and made it out the other side. Pain and hope all in one song sung by four dudes in another country who have never met you but you can recognize yourself in their music
Just thank u for this
I love your reactions. Never stop and don’t listen to those close minded people. ❤️
That guitar solo was written by Freddie on the piano. Brian May had to learn it from the piano. He was one amazing guitarist.
Please watch ' save me ' live by queen it's amazing and Freddies voice will blow your mind 😁😁😁
I got lucky, saw Queen live in London '86 More reactions please!
We're all super excited about the movie coming out in less than a month, especially if it means you're going to react to more Queen songs. :-)
So glad you are discovering Queen and Freddy’s stage presence😎 don’t sweat the haters, racists and mean spirited little people who are unhappy with their choices in life. Keep making your videos, that’s why we tune in to your channel! If you want to really know the notoriously private Freddy, look at the book written by his partner Jim Hutton, Mercury and Me... I read it over and over... this is the only place Freddy can really be himself.
Love your comments, JB. I've got the original vinyl from 1974. Queen was not really my cup of tea. Seeing the previews of the movie got me watching on youtube starting with LiveAid. It ripped me open. He was a beautiful person, with music from heaven. So far ahead of his time. Bo Rhap I always liked, casually. Now it kills me. Even more with Somebody to Love. God bless Freddie, up in heaven.
Another great video my friend. If you want to see another side of queen and Freddy mercury listen to "who wants to live forever " great song.
Luv ya bro. 🧡💛💚💙💖🎶
I can’t wait for the movie! It’s killing me!
Always always embrace the positive and any negative comments push them aside. Music is for EVERYONE regardless of color or creed. This metalhead has loved all of your videos and your down to earth realness. Please tell us what you think of the movie after you've had a chance to see it! I've seen it once and will probably be seeing it again.
The reason you don't see them singing the middle part live is that it is impossible. They dubbed their voices over and over so that they sounded like a choir of thousands. The only way they could do that live is with a choir that could sing as well as they do.
Queen is the best
the guitar solo was composed by Dr. Brian May
Imagine how different high school would've been, had there not been such a division in music preference.
In case you were wondering Freddie Mercury (lead singer) had a vocal range of 4-5 octaves! Also, Brian May (lead guitarist) has an IQ between 170-180 and has a Phd in Astrophysics
You need to check out queen.... under pressure at wembly stadium! Queen unites everyone