Queen is a BAND, not a single person. Queen would not have been Queen, without all four of the guys.

Just so you know... I was in this crowd. As a very young teen. So epically good. Thanks for posting this.

He's not drinking beer. It's honey lemon water to help coat his throat. Freddy's voice was (at least) three octaves and he gave EVERY OUNCE of what he had EVERY performance.

No auto tune. Pure talent. Old school talent.

He definitely wrote Bohemian Rhapsody years before his A.I.D. diagnosis. Freddie is always a joy to watch!!

Another vote here for Queen's performance at the Live Aid benefit concert. A little background on the live aid concert: multiple simultaneous concerts held on Saturday 13 July 1985, to raise funds for relief of famine in Ethiopia. The event concerts were held across the world Queen performed in the one held in the UK. an estimated audience of 1.9 billion, in 150 nations, watched the live broadcast, that was close to 40 percent of the world population. Queen stole the show.

Roger,John,Brian and Freddie were all amazing together as musicians what made queen so good 💥

Queen did worldwide tours for decades. They weren’t just a band they were highly educated immensly talented and will be legends forever

Shout out to Roger Taylor for bringing those backup vocals!

So glad you recognized the vocals of drummer Roger Taylor. He does have a awesome voice , and has solo work. The song 'Old Friend" is one he did in memory of Freddie. Very excellent song. Brian May, one with all the hair lol, also has a very good voice and has some solo work. In certain songs of Queen, you will hear both Roger and Brian singing lead vocals.

If you really want your heart broken by Freddie watch his very last video. He was suffering so much and in dreadful pain. He had lost so much weight he didn't even look like himself. But he wanted to keep singing until the end so that his bandmates would be financially taken care of when he was gone. The video was a beautiful goodbye to his fans, and though it was written by another member of the band Freddie sang it for all of us from his soul. It is called These Are the Days of Our Lives.

Bohemian was not about his having AIDS. He wrote that long before AIDS was a thing. He may have had some rough times but he was mainly an amazing talent, singer, songwriter, and showman. He had IT. Whatever IT is, he has All if IT.

Freddie was born in Zanzibar, when he was 8 years old he was sent to boarding school in India, he only saw his family once a year, the school was approximately 3,000 miles away, he missed them so, but he learned the piano, and had his first band there. He did have some hard times. He love life, everyone who new him said he was very shy, kind and loving person.

Dude, I graduated in 76. Bohemian rhapsody is NOT goodbye to his mother. Song came out in 74. Aids diagnosis was in 86-87. They were all just great song writers. All have degrees in something other than music. His life was not tragic. I lived through his life. I know.

Roger doesn’t just sing and drum , he has his own solo career and catalogue . He is releasing a new solo album in October .

The whole Live Aid show is awesome. The whole performance really gives an idea of how compelling Freddie Mercury was as a performer. Greatest frontman of all time.

Freddy Mercury had LEGENDARY energy and crown control on stage! Every member of Queen 👑 was amazing and legendary in their own right! That’s why Queen is rock n roll royalty! Period.

So many brilliant songs by Queen to choose from. When you're ready to be blown away do their 20 minute set from Live Aid. It is thought to be the greatest performance by a rock band ever

He wasn’t telling his mom goodbye because he had AIDS. He didn’t even have AIDS when he wrote it. He was telling his mom goodbye in a non literal way because he was telling her he was gay. Telling her the son she thought she has had all these years isn’t who she thought he was. I’m a HUGE Queen fan and I love to learn what their songs mean! They are such a amazing band!!!

This song debuted on a 1976 album, long before any diagnosis. He was a highly educated man and met his bandmates in college. It was written in the spirit of Aretha Franklin and gospel, one of Freddie's idols and influencers.

Freddie mercury is the greatest rock and roll singer of all time

Freddie went through struggles in life like everyone does, but not in the literal sense of the lyrics (not actually saying goodbye to his mother because he had AIDS - that was 12-13 years before he was diagnosed, and no one knew what AIDS was at that time - but he definitely wrote songs from the heart and sang with feeling, you’re exactly right. No one is entirely sure what Bohemian Rhapsody means, but some have interpreted it as leaving his old self behind (“killing a man”) as he comes to terms with his sexuality and what that could mean for his fate. He did have struggles with love as well - the often-cited love of his life was Mary Austin, a woman he was with before really coming to terms with his sexuality. They were together for years and even got engaged, but Freddie came clean to her in the late 70s. They remained incredibly close and loving for the rest of his life, but he struggled to find another soul connection like that again, hence what this song was likely about. It was Freddie’s favorite Queen song, which he was embarrassed to admit because he’s the one who wrote it (all four members wrote hit songs). Jim Hutton was his final partner and “husband” (not legal back then, but in practice), so he did eventually find somebody to love - unfortunately that wouldn’t be until a few years after this performance. This was in 1981, still before anyone was really aware of the AIDS crisis that had already secretly begun. He was diagnosed in 1987 and died in 1991, though he sang right up until the end, even in unimaginable pain. Check out “The Show Must Go On” and listen carefully to the lyrics. He was dying, but his audience didn’t yet know (despite rumors about his worsening health). He could barely stand, and had to sit while singing, but it’s one of his most powerful vocal performances. The video is a compilation of many Queen videos and moments, as he was too sick to film. As for the drummer’s voice, Roger Taylor and Brian May (the guitar player) both sang and even had solo careers - they sang lead on some songs in each Queen album! John Deacon, the bass player, is the only one who didn’t really sing, but he did play just about every instrument and wrote some legendary bass lines and songs. It was more common back then for sure for all band members to be multitalented and sing, but they were still a rare combination of exceptionally talented and intelligent (they all had university degrees) songwriters and musicians. Freddie was a gifted artist and graphic designer (he designed the Queen logo) and Brian May has a PhD in astrophysics. I’m sure you know other songs of theirs too! We Will Rock You and We Are the Champions (check out their 20-minute set at the music festival Live Aid in 1985 for astounding live versions - it’s constantly voted the best rock performance of all time), Another One Bites the Dust, I Want It All, Crazy Little Thing Called Love (Freddie’s tribute to Elvis, also sung at Live Aid), Under Pressure (recorded with David Bowie - you may recognize John Deacon’s iconic bass line that Vanilla Ice later stole and was sued for), You’re My Best Friend, Don’t Stop Me Now... 21 years together and 15 studio albums produced a lot of hits and hidden gems as well!

Roger has a great voice in any other band he would of been the lead singer for sure.his solo work is amazing even at 71 he can still sing amazingly well.

You need to see their performance at Live Aid!!! Simply perfection!!!

You really should be using headphones when you do these reactions. You are missing so much without them.

I've been madly in love with Roger Taylor, the drummer, forever- such an underrated drummer and singer. The entire band is incredibly educated, with advanced degrees, also. Can't help but to love people with a backup plan, and understanding of how important education is, regardless of your chosen profession. Thanks for another great reaction, my beauties! Love always from the Old Broad

You must must must watch their Live Aid performance. The best 25 minutes of music ever.

When we request the live version we mean their performance at live aid the summer of 1985. It's believed to be their best performance ever. You can find it on KZfaq under Queen full concert.

With show time approaching, towels and drinks for the band’s refreshment on stage would now be strategically placed: water and beer for Fred, beer for Brian and Roger and the Backstage Bar for John, comprising water, beer, soft drinks, wine and whatever spirit or cocktail he fancied at the time: Southern Comfort, vodka or tequila. - Peter Hince (aka Ratty), Fred’s and John’s roadie and head of Queen’s crew.

There is not 1 bad Queen song. They were amazing.

Queen Live Aid will blow your mind!!

Freddie Loved his 1st girlfriend. She let him go but stayed close friends with him till he died. She got the call Freddie died & he gave her all his music. Freddie loved his best friend with all his ❤. Freddie was a Beautiful man.

I'M IN LOVE WITH MY CAR....Roger wrote and sang on a Queen album

Such a great song! Queen never disappoints!

Freddie is the greatest. No one will come close ever!

You should really see Queen perform at Live Aid... they went on very early with noone knowing they would be performing and within minutes Freddy had a crowd of thousands that weren't there for them eating out of the palm of his hand. It's concidered one of the top 3 live performances ever.

Drummer Roger Taylor sings I’m in Love With My Car. Phil Collins is an amazing drummer that sang lead for Genesis before going solo. Check out his live performance of In the Air Tonight.

Other Queen songs - You're My Best Friend, Fat Bottomed Girls, Another One Bites The Dust, and The concert at Live Aid

Mercury was diagnosed with AIDS in April 1987. Bohemian rhapsody was recorded in august 1975 and has nothing to do with it. As Freddy said, he had 3 or 4 songs and he decided to release them in one song.

Talented musician and performer but, he knew how to play the audience best and they loved him for it.

Roger Taylor is the drummer and his voice is awesome. But you need to do more Queen they really are an amazing band!

Bohemian rhapsody was made long long time before he found out he had aids. Someone giving you incorrect info!!!! There are plenty of documentary's on queen and Freddie mercury. Would love to see some reactions to a few.

Hi guys, they were fabulous together, when Freddie passed a year later they the group put on a concert in his honour, George Michael done a fabulous job with this song, absolutely nailed it, and all the artists played for free at Wembley Stadium,all proceeds went to the Mercury foundation for aids research,❤❤🎉love and peace ✌🏽

He wasn't singing about AIDS in Bohemian Rhapsody, he wasn't sick when that song was written. He went on record several time saying that each person who listened to it could come up with their own meaning.

His first love and called her his wife was Mary Austin, after they broke up, she worked with him and was there at the end...his last love was Jim Hutton...from 1985 until Freddie's death

Rodger (the drummer) had a career as the front man before he was part of Queen. He had an awesome voice and Im glad you noticed and appreciated it!

Want to bring a tear to the eye - Queen's Who Wants to Live Forever

Everyone thinks that bohemian Rhapsody is about Freddie Mercury having AIDS but it was written in 1974 long before he was diagnosed. The band never explained what the song was really about which is why people get it wrong. Freddie’s ex-girlfriend Mary has implied that it was about him coming to terms with his sexuality. You should react to Best Friend by Queen it’s about his love for Mary which he still had even after he left her because of his attraction to men. They remained close through out his life and he even left most of his estate to her because he said if things had been different they’d have married and it would have been hers. R.I.P. Freddie Darling we miss you

I think you'd love "Killer Queen"...it really showcases his voice.

Bohemian R. was written years before he got Aids. He claims the songs don't point to anything in particular. They have a ton of great songs. Enjoy.

Even though you can't get the full sound from a live concert, it's awesome to see him put on a show. 👏👏👏

The Drummer is one of the best singers.

The drummer in “The Band” is a fantastic singer and the drummer in “The Eagles” is totally awesome singer!!!👌🎵👍🎼✌️🎶😎

9:57 no, its rare that a band has a Singing Drummer because its one of the hardest things to do, Drumming is a physical thing and singing needs concentration and good position. That's why Roger Taylor should get more acknowledged by everyone and deserves so much more respect. He is a Great Drummer but also an amazing singer. He is the one in the Band that usually does most high notes in their harmonies. If you wanna see him do some great Angelic high notes check out *Queen Live at the Rainbow (1974) - In the Lap of the Gods* (link if you need kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rrSdpc1m07qxf5c.html ) he had a big vocal range Yea Freddie is definitely a more legendary singer than Rog but Roger complements his voice, pretty good explanation. About Freddie's life, no he didn't have an awful life and suffered everyday or whatever, his life you could say is pretty close to everyone elses, it is painful somedays it is good somedays. Bohemian Rhapsody came out in 1975 and Freddie didn't have and also didn't knew he had aids until 1987, so Bohemian Rhapsody has nothing to do with him telling his mom goodbye, actually no one knows what the song really is about but its not about Freddie actually dying. Somebody to Love is also not a song where he is just talking about ''can I find somebody to love'' its also about questioning life and the existence of god. Freddie did have some lovers in his life but the one he lived with until the end was Jim Hutton who was a nice guy. Some other things, Somebody to Love was Freddie's personal favorite written song and favorite Queen song in general. Another thing is, Freddie was a magical pianist, but he himself didn't think he was really good, but for piano players he isn't just a decent piano player, he is very very good and created some legendary pieces with his skills. He just didn't think much of it.

queen's production is unmatched

I have the wonderful memory of seeing Queen perform in concert in the UK, many, many years ago. Their live performances are awesome.

The drummer, Roger, has an awesome voice...and no, most drummers do not sing! Roger is as good or better vthan anybfront man today. Queen is always best LIVE!!

Bohemian Rhapsody was written by Freddie back in the early days of Queen..around 1975... he never found out he was HIV full blown until April 87'... he generally had a bad unlucky in Love life, more because of his life.. but he wrote some fantastic pieces of work, as did the other members of the band. If you listen to the official album song, you see them all singing, fantastic harmonising. Roger and Brian sang songs too on their albums by the way.

Love of my life, live. You can really hear what Freddie can do!

I could watch this on repeat. 🤩 He was the manliest bisexual that I've ever seen

What kinda of music did you guy's listen to as kids? It's weird you haven't heard most of this kind of music. Our family grew up on classic rock, soul, slow jams, hip hop, disco, eventually rap. It's fun watching you while you discover new music 🎵🎶

Correction, Many of his contemporaries who knew him suggested the meanings of Bohemian lyrics. His parents were great people and religious so it seems it was terribly difficult for him struggling with his sexuality. Maybe that's part of "Momma,just killed a man" (himself.) Anyway,he lived a life of passion and brilliance like comet and the world will never be the same!. Thankyou Freddie!. Legend. Thanks.👍

R.I.P. Freddie Mercury I hope you found love ‼️🙏😔

You guys need to check out queen's live aid performance. Phenomenal. Greatest live performance EVER.

Movie Bohemian Rhapsody will give you some insight. All members of the group wrote hit songs!

Other Queen songs... White queen live at the Odeon 1975, Save me live at Mpntreal 1981, Another one bites the dust, live at Wembley 1986, Under pressure live at Wembley 1986,Now I'm here live at Wembley1986, We will rock you, We are the champions---These 2 songs I'm sure you will know, everyone knows them. Legendary songs by the Legend Freddie Mercury. There's so many more great songs, this is just a few. Exploring Queens music ( there's lots of it) will blow you away.

That voice does sometimes bring chills with just how good that voice was.

Queen and Freddie Mercury are everything to me...thank you

The Drummer (Roger) has an amazing voice! As does the entire band. If ya wanna hear another drummer who is incredible as well, check out The Eagles!

One of Rogers songs is I’m in love with my car. Most do Killer Queen first then I’m in love with my car, because it’s really short, same concert. 👑👑👑👑

Freddie was amazingly and uniquely talented and met up with 3 other extraordinarily talented musicians to form Queen. We were blessed to have them as long as we did.

To me, this is the greatest, tightest, cohesive musical performance of all time. I love the Live Aid one but this single song, the band was so on point in every aspect. You actually feel like you are there♥️🙏🏻

Great reaction. Freddie mercury was The best front man ever.😀👍❤️✌️🌼

Hey guys, yes drummer's sing. Lol! Check out The Eagles "Hotel California" Don Henley sings, or The Band featuring the Staples "The Weight" Levon Helm, the Drummer was the lead singer. You realize that Phil Collins who was a drummer made a career out of Singing. Check out "In The Air Tonight". Love you two, great Back ground! Thinking about getting some spray paint! Lol! For Real Though, love your reactions!! 🤔🤗😎

"Somebody to Love" was Freddie's yearn for a God..Faith. "I get down on my knees I start to pray...I just can't get no relief. I'm ok, I'm alright.." I grew up with Freddie and Queen. And I remember the Exact moment when he died. We Truly lost a "Light" RIP Freddie 🙏

The ice cream truck plays “The Entertainer” (the one you were humming) and “Turkey in the Straw”, among others LOLOL

Queen sounds so much like their recorded albums. Not many groups/artists can compare.

Roger Taylor (drummer) is AHHHHHHmazing!

Yes the drummers voice was actually the dude who sang highest falsetto in best known opera part in Bohemian Rhapsody. Ofc that’s a masterpiece but I love Somebody to Love best!

I am so thankful to have been alive during this time, so young, a mere 19. We had it all, musically.

Freddie’s ode to Aretha Franklin....he loved her music! Others have told you Bo Rap was not about him dying... That wasn’t all beer 😂 Tea with lemon & honey for his vocal chords, too. Try “A Kind of Magic” live from Wembley 1986 for more swag, and “Now I’m Here” from the same concert for the whole band jamming 🔥🔥🔥

So glad you are loving Queen💛The movie is not all right, Freddie did ok, and he has all the swag you should watch live aid.💛

I was lucky enough to be there. I will never forget that show. To this day, I can say it was the best show by far. I still have part of the ticket. Thank you for making feel there all over again. I remember having " ringing' ears for a couple of days after. 😊😊😊

I saw Queen at Madison Square Garden around 1982. Absolutely fabulous in concert.

There will never be someone as talented as Freddie. Gone way too soon

You two make a good team. :)

Can you imagine someone just singing this good without any processing. He really was a special entity

You were so lucky!!! What an awesome memory!! As time goes by, we realize more and how Freddie's voice was and is incomparable!!

Roger Taylor was always a huge support to Queen Vocals as well as Bryan May

You should go watch the movie Bohemian Rhapsody. A movie about Freddy and Queen. And Remi Malek was epic in it. He played Freddie so well. He won his first Academy award for his performance. It's a must see.

The “ice cream truck” just killed me. Really dead. 🙃

loved Queen, so many amazing songs

Queen is one of my favorite groups of all time. They are an experience; that's all that can be said. It's a little disappointing that you opted for a live performance rather than the studio recording of this one though; the climax of this song is so much more powerful in the studio version. As for the drummer, Roger Taylor, he doesn't only sing background; for the song "I'm in Love with My Car," Roger actually sang lead vocals. If you want to know Queen's story, watch the movie Bohemian Rhapsody; it's fictionalized quite a bit and changes the timeline of some of the things the band went through, but it's an amazing film about an amazing band. For a good Queen one to react to, check out the official music video of "I Want to Break Free;" pretty good song, and I think you'll find the video . . . interesting.

Freddie was not diagnosed with AIDS until 1987. Bohemian Rhapsody was released in 1978. The man is saying goodbye to his mama because he killed a man and I am pretty sure it was fictional. Just thought I'd clear that up. I really enjoyed this live version. Thanks for posting

Live Aid concert performance. Great set. Gotta watch that one. Everyone reacts to that one. Loved by all

Amber, if you love his live performance (and who doesn't), then you gotta see and listen to the Live Aid Concert...Queen took the show and kicked ass. Even if you don't do a reaction, it's a must, for your own enjoyment.

Hey, your beard is back to normal again. Your daughters are adorable. And your taste in music is improving everyday

Great choice

Great job on the reactions. Keep up the good work.

One of the greatest singers in rock history and the guitarist is actually a rocket scientist! Keep rocking! 🤘🤘