I was in that crowd! There had been no announcement that Elton John would be present, but we all saw the cameras and heard that MTV would be recording part of the concert. Before it started, George told us all to be “as attractive as possible for the next few minutes.” And when Elton John came out the noise was absolutely deafening. One of the greatest concert experiences of my life.

@Jonne_Burden

3 жыл бұрын

Amazing. Jealous. Where was it? I saw George live a few times. Treasured memories. Heartbroken that he's gone.

@auntdeen6314

3 жыл бұрын

JonneBurden1 - Chicago. Maybe the Rosemont Horizon? I don’t really remember the exact arena.

This song was originally recorded and released by Elton John solo but, in my opinion, this version with George Michael took it to another level.

@sinenominecc

3 жыл бұрын

Almost becomes a different song. 👍

@richardmodglin3900

3 жыл бұрын

Yep.....and Elton knows it too. Im sure Elton felt that next level George belted out right next to him on stage.

@dbrownthegreat

3 жыл бұрын

@@richardmodglin3900 Gotta give Elton credit for sharing the spotlight with someone with such a powerful voice.

@richardmodglin3900

3 жыл бұрын

@@dbrownthegreat Oh, absolutely. I dont give that praise in my original comment lightly either. Elton's contributions to those that love good music is staggering. Im a huge fan of his melodic works and countless other singles.

@rosamiller8687

3 жыл бұрын

Not to mention that when it was released in the 70s by Elton and Bernie, it never charted at number one like this version. Elton himself said George made it his own and he was in awe of it.

He took Elton's song and made it epic.... His voice was excellent, and it's satisfying to listen to a really capable singer

The GREATEST duet of all time!!! ❤❤❤❤❤🤩🤩🤩

@sissi3479

Жыл бұрын

Yes ,equal with Freddy Mercury and David Bowie for "Under pressure"

George Michael- R.I.P. so talented. This collaboration is genius! Perfectly paired!

Never ever get tired of hearing George sing... ever

RIP George Michael. Such a great talent.

George was such a great human; he'd given millions to people throughout the years.. but it was all in secret. He wanted no acknowledgement for it. Only at his death was it revealed. True selflessness. RIP to a beautiful man.

@Seedlette

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, he was a really awesome person. I miss him.

@turdferguson400

3 жыл бұрын

kj robbi Couldn’t agree more! George never needing acknowledgement or public credit for his philanthropy and good works is a sign of the true integrity of a person. Pity there isn’t more of that today. 💖

@SpaceCattttt

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah. But at the same time, perhaps more celebrities would've followed his example if they'd known what he did?

@lisa.1742

3 жыл бұрын

He once watched the U.K daytime show This Morning and saw a couple who had exhausted all of their savings trying I.V.F and had failed, George was so moved he contacted the show and paid for I.V.F for the couple in secret, they were successful and had a baby girl I think, they only found out after he died 😢

@turdferguson400

3 жыл бұрын

teppolundgren It was his choice. If ‘celebrities’ have been raised with a conscience and have some spare dollars they shouldn’t need to follow anyone’s example. They should already know. ☮️

You've only scratched the surface of George Michael. One of the best singers of all time

@barbaraeden1877

3 жыл бұрын

Perfectly said.Simply GOAT❤️

As live performances go, it does not get better than this.

The Brits just produce so much talent for a small country.

Love this song. I have to say something about George Michael. He had major challenges in his life but on stage he gave us pure magic. Anyone says anything mean about him will have to deal with me. Elton John is a great treasure too.

If there is such a thing as perfection.. THIS is it! I have seen George preform several times but never seen them together and now that George is no longer with us we can never see this magic again.. But we will have the music that lives forever.. Ohh George 😭

This was George Michael's last #1 single in the US. After that he had an disagreement with Sony Music which followed by a big lawsuit which he lost. Sony destroyed his career in the US completely and didn't give him any air play in radio and TV.

George Michael can take any song to another level ☝️❤️ RIP

One of the Best Duets of all time! This is PURE musianship! No auto tune! Better than Eltons original!

George was one of the most compassionate, charitable and beautiful people in the industry, he was treated terribly by some, such a sad loss

@mstyles2667

3 жыл бұрын

So sad. I am 40 and literally have spent my whole life defending George Michael. Now people only have nice things to say once he is dead. Such a shame.

@oobiedoobiedoo1290

3 жыл бұрын

@@mstyles2667 same he was amazing

The crowd had no idea Elton was going to join him onstage, all the money from this record went to charity.

Greatest duet of two male singers- two legends. Amazing performance. #1 song when released.

George Michael was amazing ...that voice is flawless he could sing any kind of music! And VERY handsome ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️R.I.P. George

George has the voice of an angel. Needed no auto tune or band. Amazing gift that is missed! Seen him in concert once. Phenomenal!

@maryedwards8307

2 жыл бұрын

I miss George Michael 🙏❤️🇨🇦

@patricrolsma3361

Жыл бұрын

Auto tune didn't even exist back then... Imagine that

I had the pleasure of seeing him twice, first with Wham! then once solo. It was pure electricity. George filled huge arenas with that golden voice of his. He's now igniting the heavens with it. Our loss, their gain.

He was one of the iconic voices in music what a loss for all of us. I think one of the best duets in music history . This song holds its own and just has a way of hitting your soul

It's great that you recognize the amazing talent of both George Michael & Elton John! When listening to older music younger people don't often recognize the technology didn't exist to correct music in the studio. It was real actual talent!

I've seen George in Concert twice, and he sang this, however Elton was not there with him. It was still AMAZING to hear!! I miss George so much...🙏🏼❤🙏🏼❤🙏🏼❤

What a beautiful voice he had! RIP George.

Imagine spending your life growing up listening to a musical genius and your hero, and then getting the chance to perform with that musician one of his most famous songs....this must have been one of the best moments of George Michael's life.

God, George Michael’s voice was so dam beautiful..amazing to me! 💙

This version still gives me chills!

He had such a beautiful voice.

George Michael is my absolute FAVORITE singer/songwriter

George Michael left us far too soon. He was a very talented musician.

Yeah, George can sing his ass off. Ths was one of the great moments in music.

Ladies & Gentlemen..Mr George Michael!!

I was at THIS SHOW when they shot this video. It was at the Rosemont Horizon just outside of Chicago. I believe it was 1990 (maybe 91?) I am a HUUUUUGE George Michael fan! In the middle of the concert George told the audience that he was going to be filming a video during the show. He told us to be patient because he was going to have to sing the next song twice so they could get it right. Then he started singing this song. I recognized and told my friend, “I know this song. Elton John sings it.” About 30 seconds later, he said, “Ladies and gentlemen, Mr Elton John.” And Elton walked right on stage. We were all STUNNED. We didn’t know he was there and that he was going to sing with George. We all started screaming. They sang it beautifully together and we gave it a standing ovation. Then, George said, “Okay, now we have to sing it again. I hope you don’t mind.” We all cheered! And then, they did it all over again and we were all just as excited as we were the first time. I had goosebumps! I kept thinking, “I’m witnessing HISTORY in the making! I can’t wait to get back to my dorm and tell my roommates.” (They weren’t big George fans so when I came home and excitedly told them, they didn’t really care.) I’ve been grieving for George for a long time so seeing this video was a great memory.

What a wonderful job they both did of this song. George Michael's voice just hits the spot every time 💖 miss you George 💖

You know you're on top of your game when George Michaels sings with you ❤️

Always pitch perfect, George was one of a kind. Never sung out of tune, ever. Aww miss him 💓

@turdferguson400

3 жыл бұрын

Yasmin Love You are so right. Beautiful songwriter too. I saw him live on his last Australian tour. Absolutely stunning. Every song he sang was just like the first time. 💖💖💖💖

@yasminm7157

3 жыл бұрын

Turd Ferguson Oh lucky you! Who’s the guy in your profile pic? I always see it and love it!

@turdferguson400

3 жыл бұрын

Yasmin Love Hehe He is comedian Norm McDonald playing Burt Reynolds on SNL. You should check it out if you enjoy comedy! 😂👍🌸

@yasminm7157

3 жыл бұрын

Turd Ferguson Will do, thanks! 🤣

@tgranny3547

3 жыл бұрын

I don't know where this was it was awesome but you should also check out the Freddie Mercury tribute concert for yourself there's a lot of talent in that and from different people Elton John being one of them and George Michael being another they didn't sing together but several other people like David Bowie Annie Lennox Axl Rose and Elton John several several talented people in that

You have no idea how it warms my heart to see a nice young man appreciate the music of his parents generation. Enjoy

I thought I was over grieving George Michael. What a great singer and talent. He and Elton had such great vocals here 👏

@Fairy_princess214

3 жыл бұрын

I know I never will be over mourning George. Just...never.

@mia795

2 жыл бұрын

Me too. This video reopens the wound every time.

Great song and great musicians. Love George Michael! . Thanks for your reaction. Greetings from Spain ❤❤

This was the perfect song for them to sing together. Their voices compliment each other so well. RIP George.

@paulharper4196

2 жыл бұрын

They really do, George's velvet and Elton with his snarl, it's brilliant.

This is a duet the world needed.

George Michael an absolute humanitarian. Not to mention GORGEOUS on top of it. “Damn” for women everywhere! RIP beautiful soul.

George Michael is one of the most beautiful voices ever. I still can't believe he's gone. RIP George 🙏

It is smart of you to want to watch live performances. It confirms how good these singers and players really are. No auto tune or gimmicks to fool the ear.

Two of the best artists to come out of Britain

When George switches to singing harmonies it gives me chills... Every! Time! 😍🤩 Back when he was still in Wham! my favorite was, Everything She Wants.

Told ya J. George is amazing. You can’t go wrong reacting to any of his stuff. One of the most beautiful voices I have ever heard. RIP George. We miss you!

@julielynn10

3 жыл бұрын

Went through a phase when I listened to his torch songs every night. Pitch perfect.

George Michael’s voice was beautiful with perfect pitch. I miss him.

I would listen to George Michael all day long and never get bored, he was vastly underrated, he is one of the few Artists that could sing a Queen song and not sound strained, his version of Somebody to Love at the Freddie Mercury tribute concert brings me to tears every-time I hear it, it is a tragedy that he was taken from us too soon, the way they riff off each other is amazing

George's voice is always as soft and smooth as butter, and always perfect pitch. He was a perfectionist. He would rehearse and rehearse before It was up to standards. There was a recording though with Tony Bennett called-HOW DO YOU KEEP THE MUSIC PLAYING. It was recorded in the first take! )perfectly) How many artists can you say about! I can't think of anybody, can you! Keep the music playing!

My favorite song performance from George! I also love Freedom '90. The video was awesome to me for that one. It was my Era with all the Supermodels I followed and still do! I love all his music but those 2 just stand out to me.

Watch George Michael singing Somebody to love with Queen. That IS stunning!!😁😁🇬🇧

After George died, I couldn’t bear to listen to his music, for a long time. It hurt my heart! 💔 I still find it unbelievable that he’s not with us anymore! 😢

Such a sad day when George passed. I was just numb. Couldn’t believe it then and still can’t now. RIP George 💔

OMG two of the best people and voices you will ever hear, i feel so grateful to have been here in the same era as them , we will never see or hear the likes of them again , legends.

I was so sad when George Michaels passed away he is a phenomenal singer..

@hsmathis

3 жыл бұрын

I’m still sad. His death was truly heartbreaking.

@SC-gp7kt

3 жыл бұрын

Same and I'm still sad and heartbroken 💕🎼

@aaroncampbell2314

3 жыл бұрын

Who's George Michaels?

@godsspeedify

3 жыл бұрын

@@aaroncampbell2314 you need to check yourself...

@SC-gp7kt

3 жыл бұрын

@@aaroncampbell2314 Srsly?

there will never be another George Michael

“But these scars I have, they need love to help them heal”. So true, beautiful words.

@kasie680

3 жыл бұрын

Leisa Stalnaker these cuts I have

@abc456f

3 жыл бұрын

@@kasie680Bernie Taupin is my all time favorite lyricist. I put him him and Elton John right up there with Lennon and McCartney.

I am so glad you did this one! Hands down one of the best live performances of a remake. George's voice gives me chills to this day. And big daddy Elton?!? Come oooonnnn.... RIP to one of the greatest set of pipes of our times. True talent gone too soon.

Can y’all believe that George Michael is not, I say not, in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. There is just something very very wrong about that. How can that be?

@rosamiller8687

3 жыл бұрын

I so agree with you even though I don't think if I remember correctly he said it was important to him it still would have been such an honor. The Man's music is timeless and his songwriting is genius. He was however honored with so many worldwide Awards. Most notably what he was proud of was receiving six Ivor novello Awards in his lifetime. That meant the most to him because he was truly a songwriter at heart. He still holds the record for the youngest recipient to win that prestigious songwriting award.

@mallaka8

3 жыл бұрын

Thr fact that George Michael is not in the rock hall of fame says nothing about George Michael, but calls into question the credibility of thr Hall of fame. He is a legend.

@teensymom1420

3 жыл бұрын

mallaka8 agree with you completely. I don’t understand what makes someone qualified for entry. Whether or not he ever gets in is not as important as all the thousands of lives he touched with his music and as we are now finding out, with his generosity. Seems he was bless with both a beautiful voice and a sweet soul. Miss him so much.

@incrediblehollk

3 жыл бұрын

I think the problem you run into with the rock and roll hall of fame is that they, for the longest time, held sacred the "rock and roll" in their name (for right or wrong). George, brilliant of a musician as he was, has always tended more toward pop. It's only more recent years that they've really begun to feature a wider range of artists and turn more toward a "music" hall of fame.

@mattbecham8795

3 жыл бұрын

Neither is Pat Benatar, tells you something huh.

Such a beautiful voice. George Michael was very underestimated, in my view. Recognition is overdue. Not to mention his extraordinary (and largely unknown) charity work. A beautiful soul.

Oh! George!! 💜 🕊 This was a fun one, with Elton. Thanks!

I've been an Elton John fan since I was tiny, and this is one of Elton John's originals, but even I have to admit that it sounds ten times better this way.

@AJB3

3 жыл бұрын

My fave Elton solo version is on the symphonic 'Live in Australia' album. I think that version's better than this, instrumentally certainly. Check that out if you haven't :D.

@cw5451

3 жыл бұрын

AJB3 And on that same album, “Take Me to the Pilot” video and song is fabulous!

@dexstewart2450

3 жыл бұрын

George even makes Stevie Wonder's 'As' sound better...

@annother3350

3 жыл бұрын

In the original Elton sang 'Dont let your Son go down on me'

I seen Elton John several years ago in Eugene, Oregon. When he performed this song they had a picture of George on the big screen as a tribute. He had passed just a few months earlier.

@80sGamerLady

3 жыл бұрын

😭 ugh that's so sad.

"Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr Elton John!!!" An iconic performance! RIP George! 💔

I am a sixty three year old man 👴. Elton John is my all time favorite singer. I can’t recall how many times I have seen this. But man 👨 it just gave me the chills through my whole body. 😲! SIR ELTON John the Greatest of all time. This is coming from a man 👨 who listed 👂 from his beginnings.

A gut wrenching song, if you just listen to the lyrics.

@80sGamerLady

3 жыл бұрын

Right? I was thinking about those lyrics, what it means. Such a talent gone too soon.

What a thrill for the audience to have Elton John surprise them and walk out on stage. This was an extraordinary performance.

@kayelle8005

3 жыл бұрын

I would have lived to be there to see and what these two gay icons share the stage on such a phenomenal song. True artists 🏳️‍🌈

@briandixon870

3 жыл бұрын

I was there that night , March 1991 Wembley Arena. Unbelievable.

Amazing video with 2 immortal voices George and Elton always had the most admirable respect for each other. RIP George. I

THANK YOU JAYVON! KNEW YOU'D LOVE IT!!

George Michael was amazing

I fell in love with George and `Prince over 34 years ago and was so lucky to see them both live several times. Heaven will be a magical place with these and all the others that sadly passed.

@paulharper4196

2 жыл бұрын

Sadly never saw those 2, but I did get to see Elton when he came to auckland just before covid took aver the world, and even though he was sick he still managed to sing flawlessly for near 2 hours before his voice finally gave out on him.

Elton is celebrating 30 years sober to-day. Congratulations!!

George Micheals, ♡ Cowboys and Angels

Both great singers but George was in a class of his own.

This is one of the best performances ever!

Two of the greatest singers, almost 6 years since you left us George, still can't believe that you are gone. This is such a powerful amd beautiful song, originally sung by just Elton but i think the duet is amazing

Does it get any better than George Michael and Elton John on the same stage? I have seen Elton live at Red Rocks in Colorado, but never got to see George. Thankfully, we have this medium to pay homage to his great talent and his unending legacy...

This song is so moving, these 2 voices together are beyond words

Great performance! You should really check out George Michael Unplugged on MTV, it's amazing. Star People or Everything She Wants

George Michael and Mary J Blige singing Stevie Wonder's "As" is just magnificent.

Oh George, you are missed! 😪 Superb duo, brilliant song. 💖🤍💖🤍💖🤍

You absolutely have to watch him sing Somebody to love at the Freddie Mercury tribute concert

Miss George so much.. a good one to check out is Different Corner.. a beautiful song!!

@julielynn10

3 жыл бұрын

That’s my favourite of his.

@mariaassante620

3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful song

@biddylisduff

3 жыл бұрын

That song... George had the voice of an Angel. I met him once, and his sister, who also passed away far too young. Both lovely people, no diva behaviour from George. So sad.

Was lucky to see George Michael twice! What a show he put on! RIP George!

George Michael one of the greatest singers of all time. And as for Elton John, another great talent. Thank you, thank you so much for this video.

Thank you a truly epic moment on stage with George Michael and Elton John Thank you

Yes i remember when this came out its fantastic... I was there it was many years ago it was absolutely fantastic there was this amazing energy in the air and you could just feel the hairs in the back of you r neck standing up... It was truly inspiring. We miss George.

@lisak4367

3 жыл бұрын

@ Tony Monk that must have been awesome to be there :))

@turdferguson400

3 жыл бұрын

Lisa K Oh, mate. What a dream concert! 👍👍💖

@lisak4367

3 жыл бұрын

@@turdferguson400 without a doubt :))

Agree! Definitely would have been amazing to be in that crowd. RIP George

💖💖💖 *****GEORGE MICHAEL'S VOICE, IS SMOOTHER THAN MELTED BUTTER***** 💖💖💖

So good and true and pure it LITERALLY gives me chills.

That's was great but even better: George's tribute to Freddy, Somebody to love...📃??🙄

@julielynn10

3 жыл бұрын

This! The rehearsal is phenomenal. Bowie watches him like ‘Dayyum son’. George said it was a very hard song to sing but it made seem effortless.

@turdferguson400

3 жыл бұрын

julielynn10 Disagree, Julie. George was singing along to Bowie and Annie. Bowie was just watching and waiting. Bowie was a star virtually before George was even born. I honestly didn’t sense any envy there at all. Just my perspective. 💖

@robertacolarette1594

3 жыл бұрын

julielynn10 What is @Turd Ferguson talking about? 😳

@julielynn10

3 жыл бұрын

Turd Ferguson how boring would life be if we all thought the same way.

@julielynn10

3 жыл бұрын

Roberta Colarette Bowie was much more famous with some iconic hits (Major Tom). We just see it differently. I think George is a better singer for pitch, range and variety of genre. But this was just a rehearsal. Just staggeringly good.

EPIC!! These two giant musical icons belting out this song was magical.

Born to be a star. The voice. The smile. The attitude. Such talent. And such a generous loving man. Never a diva. Everyone loved him (except for boy George for awhile lol) Elton handed him this hit here.

Although it's hard to choose just one, this is probably my all-time favorite Elton John song. His vocals on the original solo version were just powerfully heartfelt.

React to George Michaels Careless Whisper and Elton John’s Candle in the Wind. I’m so glad to see a young person appreciate the music I grew up with. We really did have some of the best music. Thank you again.

@mandielee0930

3 жыл бұрын

He already did Careless Whisper

@holyspacemonkey

3 жыл бұрын

Jovaughn already reacted to Careless Whisper. Here it is! kzread.info/dash/bejne/epdqstSlYdm7c7w.html

@AlternativeHomesteading

3 жыл бұрын

Mandie Lee Thank you. I did not see it.

@AlternativeHomesteading

3 жыл бұрын

Military Veteran You don’t need to be so obnoxious. What kind of military veteran are you anyway? I didn’t see it nor was I alerted to it. That happens on KZread. We need to get rid of trolls on the Internet.

@cw5451

3 жыл бұрын

ADHDalternatives Military vet was obnoxious, but J mentions “Careless Whisper” at 8:26. Maybe you didn’t listen to that part.

Crying to this because thi will never see a duo like this ever again. George Michael and Freddy Mercury are 2 artists that will never be replaced. Elton John is such a beautiful soul and care about the world

More George Michael!!!!❤ literally anything!