" He held a microphone in one hand and the world in the other.

The brilliance of his voice, and his control was amazing. Raw talent honed over so many performances -- he was one of a kind ,for sure.

His vibrato is absolutely unforgettable. My favorite Frontman. I watch him for hours. He can sing a heavy rock song, and turn around and sound like a choir boy. I think his vocals were the best late 70s early 80s.

Freddie was such a beautiful soul. Hearing him perform live, it just gives me chills. Not many bands sound this fabulous live.

The lady at the end.. Freddie is so good he leaves many rough 'n tough men starring at him like that :D :D

Nice reaction Caleb. I think what makes Freddie's voice so appealing is the pureness and rawness of his voice.

The golden tones of his rich voice ,..and his amazing deliverance and stage presence ,..along with his showmanship made him the greatest pop/ Rock performer there's ever been.....a once in a lifetime talent.

They realized just after your first break that the crowd does not, in fact, know the song, and that Freddie will have to sing it himself. You can hear Fred say, "They don't know it," and Brian reply, "That's alright."

I grew up with Freddie and Queens, so they are forever part of my life, and Freddie was one of those singers that for sure has his mark and place in music. Great video you made 💞💞

Beautiful song, and lovely analysis!! Thank you!! To me Freddie is, hands down,, the greatest frontman ever!! He has said in several interviews that Queen was there to put on a SHOW! If people wanted a perfect rendition of their songs, they should stay home and listen to the records! He could hold the crowd in the palm of his hand, off night or not! Would love to hear more Queen!White Queen from the Odeon Hammersmith, is probably one of his top 3 performances live!! Thsnks again

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Completely agree! I will do more queen in the future :)

I graduated in 1981. They were, and still are everything!! Brian May built his beautiful electric guitar with his dad when he was 15. By far one of the greatest of all guitarists. I love that he didn't destroy them either. I saw The Who, just to hear Roger Daltrey scream, but was sickened by the destruction Pete Townsend had to display.

@bettybaby63

3 жыл бұрын

1981 👍

This is the loveliest version by Freddie, he was at the top of his game, and his voice was perfect. Have you seen in later years, with Brian on a platform in the middle of the audience, and they sing with him. Near the end, Freddie is shown on video on a screen finishing the song. I have seen tears in Brian's eyes a few times. Also, on the platform next to Brian is an empty stool. My tears.

he always is perfect and his fans love him.....

He had Charm he charmed every audience he had so much charisma

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Agreed, there will never again be someone like Freddie :)

Freddie was telling Bryan the crowd didn't know the lyrics. And Bryon told Freddie it will be alright

I love how you and all of us talk about him as if his still alive 😪 a masterclass he and they are in musicianship

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

I hope he is still alive in some way - in the next life :) Yes an absolute masterclass!

@thanossnap4170

4 жыл бұрын

@@CalebColesMusic He lives on through the music! Like all the greats do :) In a way, they are all still alive. If they move you, they exist! If you get what i mean. Love the reaction btw :)

Have been listening to Freddie for decades..love him!!

Hi Caleb, I love your reactions especialy when you explain everything with a calm voice. Its nice and when you singi the softness in your voice is so rich too. I partialy grew up with Queen but appreciated them much later because I wasn’t completly aware of all their songs. Mainly the known ones. I heart love of my life when Dimash sang it with super vocal boys (medley) as a tribute to Queen and since then I’am fond of this masterpiece song of Freddie too😍he sings it so delicatly and genuinly realy beautifull. May he rest in peace🌹he left us a heritage we will never forget and we’re still enjoying it.

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

He did :) Thanks I will check it out!

Singers like that come along once in a lifetime,,we are lucky we had Freddie and Michael Jackson

This was so interesting! I enjoyed hearing your perspective. If you haven't seen Somebody to Love from this same concert I highly suggest it! It really showcases his ability,

What a lovely reaction and analysis to such a beautiful performance. ❤️

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you :) Freddie was one of a kind wasn't he?

One of my favorite song by Queen, love them.

Thank you so much 😚 Freddie forever 😍 so intensive. ... Just incredible

I grew up with them also. Freddie was MAGICAL.

You most hear from live in Rio -85, the crowd almost sang the whole song to Freddie omg so amazing ♥️

I am a huge Queen fan and I love this song very much. Thank you for your detailed analyses.

Hi Caleb 😊 grew up to this great man ❤❤ I love..... 'I want to break free' take care buddy 😆👏👏👍😎

I share my love for Queen with you. They simply the greatest !

Freddie sings with pure joy! He is definitely one of the very best showmen/rock singers; gone too soon. Lovely analysis, I would enjoy more reactions of Freddie/Queen.

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Hopefully will do more in the future :)

Best analysis I've listened to. Concise, pertinent with no intrusive interruptions. Thanks!

Beautiful, Beautiful song. Great reaction Caleb! you are a real gentleman!!

The best version of this song ever! Freddie sang the entire song, instead of the audience participation which I know he loved. What a beautiful being!

Freddie is so passionate about his singing, ❤️❤️❤️

Спасибо за реакцию!!! Вокалом Фредди можно восхищаться бесконечно. ✌️🎶🎶🎶👍

He delivers magic...❤️

This with 'Who Wants to Live Forever' and 'Take My Breath Away' are my favourite songs by Queen, saw them many times in the UK, favourite band along with Kate Bush and David Bowie, enjoyed the analysis, thank you

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Louise. Those songs are also great! I wish I got to see them :)

God save the "Queen"😊❤ Hi Caleb, Thanks for the great professional analysis. I had the great fortune to attend a " Queen " concert in 1980 in Cologne/Germany and can only confirm - they were and will always remain one of the best bands of all time. I suspect, that you prefer reacting to live performances, but would love to see your analysis of MV of Freddy's last song "I'm going slightly mad".In my eyes - one of the most underrated songs of "Queen". The MV is imho also a masterpiece. What mental power must a human being have, to perform such a feat , knowing his fate , half a year bevor death ... R.I.P, Freddie, you will never be forgotten.

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

So jealous! I wish I got to see Freddie Live 😥 He won't ever be forgotten 😁

@unbeachable

5 жыл бұрын

@@CalebColesMusic Well, that's one of the few advantages of being a bit older😂

@yep3489

5 жыл бұрын

@@CalebColesMusic I saw Queen twice, 1979 and 80. Freddie was so explosive yet soft in an instant. It was as if the entire Forum was under his spell. Queen is the best live band I've ever heard.💖

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

@@yep3489 So jealous! Seeing them in 1979 would have been unreal!

You need to check bohemian rhaposdy live at montreal and also somebody to love at live at montreal, you'll be amazed by his perfomances.

Oh God! I love you! You can see that will never have another Freddie Mercury!

I cry everytime I hear this song. He always loved M as ry and she loved him.♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

Freddie Mercury probably the Best male vocalist ever

I am one of their top fan's for 40 years. You are Amazing .I love your voice.and your GORGEOUS!!

Great reaction and analysis. You discuss something that is not often discussed, it would be great if you could analyse The Golden Boy by Freddie and Montserrat Caballe. The way Freddie changed his voice to more warmth, from high to low, or distortion is remarkable, and it is something you don't see that much. He almost never just sang a line, he added different pitches and colours to different words. This really helps to underline the emotion of the song. Singing isn't just about hitting a few high notes, you are also telling a story or relaying a message through a song.

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Agree! Thanks for the recommendation :)

I would love to watch you react to more Queen songs. Your reactions are great. I love the analysis of other singers on Freddie. That chick was awe struck. I would have been too. Haha.

I've watched the whole Montreal concert multiple times, and I'm not sure which song it is but that girl is in it the whole time just awestruck.

What made Freddie so great was that he served the song... FIRST. Everything else was secondary.

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

True !

@dixiefleming518

4 жыл бұрын

He was the song. Totally involved.

Amazing song and performance!!!

Wow, 🥰 beautiful Freddie ❤️ thanks for a wonderful analysis 😍❤️ Freddie Mercury ❤️

I would say one in a century or two. Tks for your reaction, very interesting

Absolutely great review, definitely do more Queen please!!!!!

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I plan to :)

Brian said in the dvd commentary that Freddie was so use to the crowd loudly singing the song back to him he wasn't use to singing it all the way through. The crowd were enjoying the gig but weren't participating as the band were use to. Freddie apparently said to Brian 'They don't know it' and Brian replied back ' That's alright ' The gesture is I think, well it's just us two then! Great reaction but correction IS the greatest singer and IS the greatest performer !

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Haha! Thanks for letting me know that was what the banter was about - never knew but now I do! I don't disagree with you. Freddie is phenomenal!

@paulajohnson3057

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for reply.@@CalebColesMusicFreddie told the crowd at one point the band didn't mind if the crowd shifted their asses a bit or just took all their clothes off ! To which John started the bass line of Under pressure to which Freddie commented oh F... OFF. Brian said that it was really aimed at the security guards to loosen up a bit a Later Freddie was running along the stage, can't remember which song, urging the crowd to 'come on you f....ers ! Freddie was and still is and ever will be the love of my life. I tend to get a bit defensive about him !!

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

@@paulajohnson3057 that is hilarious. I bet they weren't use to an uptight crowd 😁

@paulajohnson3057

5 жыл бұрын

Freddie had to work hard ! @@CalebColesMusic

@ZENOBlAmusic

5 жыл бұрын

@@paulajohnson3057 Yes, the problem originated, because they were filming the concert, the security guards told the people to remain seated and quiet. Freddie did not like this at all.

What's truly impressive is that Freddie was diagnosed with nodules on his vocal cords in 1975. Even though they were painful he refused to have them removed because he was afraid it would affect his voice.

Great to his body at work (top less), breathing his instruments perfectly, like an extension of a wind instrument

We still Love Him 💞🇬🇷

Wonderful insights, thank you!

I wish you would do more queen

You need to check bohemian rhapsody live at montreal 1981 then somebody to love live at montreal truly breath taking performances best I've heard the soul and emotion Freddie sings is unbelievable in these two performances.

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

When Freddie had a good night, there was nobody better on the planet.

@queenremix1353

5 жыл бұрын

@@CalebColesMusic That's why if you get the chance can you react to it please?

Love this rendition bc there is very little crowd participation. For this song I’d rather hear him. ❤️❤️

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Yes I know what you mean :)

Oh how love to listen to you speak, explain and analyze Freddie’s voice, love it! ❤️

My dentist says that the extra teeth and different shaped jaws made his mouth basically a trumpet: capable of creating sounds and tones that most people can't. And his connection with the audience was unmatched!

Caleb, I really appreciate your reviews. It's evident that music moves you and that makes your reviews exciting to watch. My son is a professional musician and I know how tough and yet how glorious touring can be. Keep bringing that technical expertise of yours and I'll keep watching! BTW, your voice would be beautiful covering this one!!

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, I do love this song :) Cool he is a professional musician - touring can be very tough, and for singers and it can be really tricky!

Thanks for your reaction. as for Brian not making a mistake, I can only tell when he does by the sour face he makes at the time! I'm so caught up in the music/songs that I never notice them.

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

True!

Thanks, that was a great reaction! But please, Freddie wrote this song, but Brian wrote many songs that beautifully showcase Freddie's voice. "Who Wants to Live Forever" comes to mind. Thanks

Performing at Wembley for life Aid in 85 with a sore throat was extraordinary, miss you a lot Lovie. It would be great to react to "Barcelona" or "How can I go on" with Monserrat Caballe.

Really like how you break it all down. Please react to Dragon Attack live version Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1981. How can one man sound so different yet the same?

Thanks for your very interesting explanations, Caleb. They're amongst those that shed the most light on Freddie's way about singing, and also on the context surrounding that singing. We better understand what he was aiming at.

I DID enjoy this video, so I DID subscribe, lol. I liked the way you approached the analysis and the extra background information you shared - I'm a Queen fan, as well, and you added some insights I hadn't heard before, so thanks!

Once in a Century Singer !

You have a very nice way of explaining things.

Perfect, no comparison

Beloved Freddie

Please react to Somebody to Love @ Milton Keynes Bowl 1982.

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks I will do!

I can't comment you this enough, watch the entire Montreal 81 concert. The greatest IMO

Omg......the best performance of love of my life ❤️ first time I have seen you, and you really now what you talking about...lol 👑

Beautiful. Have a listen to Dimash and the Super Vocal Boys in their "Tribute to Queen" medley You will enjoy it! This was this year 2019. Heard that Dimash was on the judging panel.

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

I will react to it in the future, I look forward to it !

This is why I would love for you To hear EXERCISE IN FREE LOVE.

I loved your critique .

Loved this video!

Very good analysis!!! Cheers 🥂

Unico y mágico...le adoro ❤❤❤❤

A one of. Never again in this world.

Hi Caleb. Excellent analisys! I'd very like you react to the song "White Queen- A night at the Odeon Hammersmith 1975". Regards from Argentina

The individual band members composed songs they were a one off no competition

favorite song 😍😍😍

Dimash love is like a dream pls..its my birthday today 😭

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday! I'll react to it soon 😁

@sofiakult3334

5 жыл бұрын

@@CalebColesMusic Super!👍😁💬🙏💙

@ramzirin2221

5 жыл бұрын

@@CalebColesMusic ty so much..i appreciate it..

@user-pv7pk5nh3k

5 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday Ramzi 🎂🎈🎂

Caleb Coles Music, this is my first time watching your channel and it won't be my last. Your reaction to Freddie's singing was so detailed and spot on. Not to mention you also have a wonderful voice. Thank you for also including Brian's guitar playing in your analysis. I love Queen and Freddie Mercury! Could you please react to Freddie Mercury - Time Waits For No One kzread.info/dash/bejne/fnue1pRyYaa1kZM.html Thank you!

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for the recommendation. I'd love to do more Queen in the future !

Would love to see you react to Forestella - Bohemian Rhapsody cover. I rarely like any Queen covers cause the originals are so perfect that nothing and no one can improve them. But Forestella respected the original by also putting a few small details of individuality in it. A lot of people would argue that Pentatonic have the best cover but I personally think that this one is even better.

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

I''ll be sure to check it out!

Might sound strange, but I think great thing about Fred was he could improv his voice . He could switch things up at will. Lot of other singers try to always sound just like a recording. Some spend years in intensive vocal training to be able to perform. Then there are those to whom it just comes so naturally, like Fred. Myself, I am mediocre at best.

Hi CC one of the best Fredie Mercury. And your reaction the best too. Love U from México 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

He was ! Hi from Australia.

Hey Caleb excellent fun anaylisis

Thanks!!!! Awesome! Can you react to Don’t Stop Me Now 💙💙💙

Dimash and group Super Vocal smashed with this song everyone in Singer episode🔥 Super Vocal was a participant there

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

I'll have to listen to it !!

@madridista_kgz

5 жыл бұрын

@@CalebColesMusic Unfortunately, couldn't find the original video. It was at Sholpan Tabaeva's channel, but they have removed it. There are only video's with reactions: kzread.info/dash/bejne/jGeoq5ikadnActY.html

I'll wait for your reaction to dimash's queen medley! he also did a great job🤩🤩

CALEB YOU KNOW BEST MUSIC❤

Eu amo a rainha Freddie Mercury, ele estava aqui no meu país Rock in Rio 1985:, veja apenas em vídeos,

React to PARK KI YOUNG in "Climax High notes" is amazing her amazing control, has an incredible mixed voice that reaches very high up to an F6, her transitions from Head Mix to Head voice is beautiful, is a rock singer and is 41 years old from South Korea 1- kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y66uz5SLm8ngops.html 2- kzread.info/dash/bejne/hGiAlc5pncmxndo.html

One of my all time favourites... thanks for your analysis, it's so accurate. Could you imagine to make a video about a David Bowie song? Would be nice to hear your thoughts.

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Maybe in the future I could do a Bowie video :)

@DoHeHa

5 жыл бұрын

@@CalebColesMusic That would be awesome. Maybe this one?: kzread.info/dash/bejne/iI2Hm66McdfMp5M.html ,it's Nina Simones's *Wild is the Wind* with the incredible Mike Garson on the piano. Or *Lazarus* of his last album Blackstar, but there are no Live versions because, you know.... 😢

Талантливейший человек...

Wish I listened more when my husband said they where the best....

Isn’t that guitar the one that he and his dad built? Love Queen.

@CalebColesMusic

5 жыл бұрын

HI Beth. I know the red electric guitar he plays (called the Red Special) his dad and him built together. I'm not sure about this 12 string acoustic though :)