He surely is up there somewhere, of course... He was a living legend, and he was living a legend! A man of imposing stature and also an old school bad-ass, the species that's very close to extinction. R.I.P., old wizard... \,,/
He's been in over 200 movies, he was an intelligence officer in World War II, he speaks a bunch of languages and he's a symphonic metal singer. This man is so awesome that no one can comprehend just how awesome he is.
@@liamjm9278 relation does not mean descent stop spewing mouth diarrhea you read once and never properly researched. All living things are related it doesn't mean you descend from a butterfly.
@@liamjm9278 im related to my cousin, I dont descend from them, thats how. You descend from your father, his brother you're related to but you didn't descend from him.
@@iloveponis You're cousins and uncles aren't your ancestors. Do you not know what ancestor means? It means someone that you descend from. You may not be descended from your uncle, but you are both descended from your grandfather. Your grandfather is an ancestor to both of you. All three of you are descendants of your great grandfather and so on. Everyone in Europe is descended from Charlemagne because his descendants spread their seed all over Europe; eventually, it covered everyone. That's how it works. Just like how 1 in 200 men are descended from Genghis khan.
Richard The Lionheart Most of Charlemagne's portraits were made long after his death and aren't based on his real appearance. WHAT IF he actually IS Charlemagne, but disguises himself as sir Christopher Lee, because he doesn't want any unwanted attention?
Rakon Who says he didn't want any attention? If he wanted only to disguise himself, he was quite successful. Anyways, let's take a minute to honor the Man. RIP, Mr. Lee.
Yeah, i also. I havent seen this vid before, but anything with Lee just talking about anything historical or musical or arcane and occult interests, i am always very entertained as i grew up as a little kid watching his horror and supernatural movies and i always enjoy hearing him speak on various subjects. Im always still so amazed at his work and interests in Metal music. I mean, i guess it shouldnt be surprising really, but i knew he was into baroque and classical symphonic music, it is just funny. All his major characters he has portrayed even into his elder years were always great to see that he could keep being relevant and working in genres that interested him.
As a historian I am amazed that Christopher Lee was related to the Emperor Charlemagne. As a music fan (though I often don't take to metal) I appreciate his dedication to his art. As a film lover I can say with confidence this is a man who never phoned in a performance. Here is someone who took life to its fullest potential and still amazed us until the end. A world without this man is a duller world, but at least we can appreciate his legacy.
+T Kent Why are you amazed? Millions of people are related to Charlemagne, it's not hugely surprising given the timescale. You double your ancestors with every generation, and (given ~30 years per generation) Charlemagne was 40+ generations ago. That gives a number of ancestors greater than the amount of people who have ever lived. So your odds of having some Charlemagne in there are pretty high. You should know that, as a historian.
+Jack I'm pretty sure Christopher Lee is more of a direct descendant of Charlemagne, as in the family tree doesn't branch off very much leading to Christopher Lee's birth. Lee's family bears 80-90% of Charlemagne's coat of arms.
Decent through a bastard hardly seems like what he's describing... And I doubt that would still lead to most Western Europeans drawing a direct decent. Relation? Sure. Decent? Probably not.
Sir Christopher Lee was such a good-hearted, well spoken and wonderfully impactful gentleman. May his soul rest in peace and let us NEVER FORGET this epic man!
B side: - The White Hand (Feat. Lurtz) - No Such Force - The Way Of Pain - Burn It (Treebeard diss) - The Sword, The Spear And The Iron Fist - Who Do You Serve (Feat. The Wildmen)
He isin't only an actor, he is a musician, narrator and a captain during the World war 2. He did so many things in is life. He will always be remember and I cannot say how I am happy that he will incarnate Saruman again in 2012. He's a legend.
My children, gaze upon this man, and see that his life is full, see how he wears his experience with pride, how his accomplishments are parts of the man, not the entirety of him. Sir Christopher Lee, perhaps the greatest actor, singer, and soldier of all time, may he forever rest in peace
He may not have been the greatest, but who can claim to be a great actor, singer AND soldier? And he didn't even claim to be, it was enough that we knew he WAS.
Lee. I appriciate that you helped us during our winter war. Without the people like you who came as volunteers to help our small country and fought against huge soviet Union we wouldnt be independent. I'll raise my hat to you
Sir Christopher alway reminds me of my grandmother in her old age, Sir Christopher's tone was so gentle and he was so wise like my Grandmother. She had class like him as well. Rest In Peace, my excellent friend and may God be with you, Sir Christopher Lee.
Absolute legend. A man of many trades. A man who saved many lives in the war. A brilliant actor. Fantastic opera singer. And sophisticated metal singer. RIP Christopher Lee
Until I started listening to Rhapsody i never would have imagined Christopher Lee signing metal. And yet he did and it sounds bloody amazing! God rest, Chris. Rock on!!👊
You, sirs, Christopher Lee and Ian Mckellen and Richard Harris are always my most favourite elder characters. Especially, I love Christopher Lee's VOICE. The most deep strong voice that Hollywood has ever had.
He really is one of the most amazing actors out there. And his work with Rhapsody(Of Fire) was fantastic, and I am looking forward to buying the Charlemagne CD. It sounds great.
@@MauriceTarantulas The objective of the Saxon Wars was never the extermination of the Saxon people, but rather of their religion (which tragically often meant wholesale massacres of people who refused to convert). In this he was quite successful seeing how all Saxons had been baptized by the end of his campaigns and only Scandinavia was left as the last remaining bastion of Germanic Paganism.
Christopher Lee is a great man and actor, and as we all can see, a very open minded person and artist. I'm not that surprised seing him take part of this adventure and hope to see him many times again. Long live Christopher Lee.
"We call it symphonic metal". It's so awesome to hear a nearly 90 year old dude saying that. I was definitely delighted when Lee took over as narrator for Rhapsody. Much better than the bubbling caldron of cheese they had before.
I know this is a little late but he will surely be missed 🍻🍻🍻 I didn't know Sir Christopher Lee put out a metal album, but I know now. I'm going to buy all his music. He's got an amazing voice. I know he calls it.. oh I forget his term, but I prefer the term, especially what he does with this album as folk metal. Great story puts music. Love it! Man I wish this guy was immortal beyond his reputation and history. ❤️
I love symphonic metal. I love rhapsody. I love manowar and I love many of the films that Sir Lee is in. How have I only discovered today what an amazing man he is. What a legend, I wish I could meet him!
Christopher Lee, I could listen to your voice for hours. The fact that you're a fan of heavy metal? And are now making metal music? Sir, you just made my day.
I believe you are referring to a character in the Star Wars prequels named "Count Dooku." Christopher Lee played that character, but here he is not portraying "Count Dooku." Here, Christopher Lee is not acting but rather appearing as himself. Therefore, how he appears in this featurette is unrelated to how the Jedis had responded to the "Count Dooku" character in the Star Wars prequels.
I know loads of people are related to Charlemagne in one form or another in Europe and many Americans but finding out Christopher Lee is and bears that sign makes him all the more awesome. What a Legend👌
Just saw the Hobbit! And listened to Rhapsody Of Fire! Chris you are amazing! Especially your voice! Its just so incredibly manly. Keep up the great work! \m/
Dudes, this brilliant man is an ispiration for us all. Not only is he an amazing actor, but he's a talented singer in my favorite genre of metal. We all should hope to be as awesome as Sir Christopher Lee.
I just bought the album today and am completely THRILLED! I enjoy the movies, but now I can sing along (terribly) in my car and learn more about this incredible and wonderful man!
Sir Christopher Lee was always a rock star, in my book. As far as him being an old man, when this old man tells someone, ''Get off my lawn!'' You can bet, they got off his lawn! Rest In Peace.
Indeed, an ancient man of history, both a living relic and in his own right, still a complete badass. You cannot deny the rich and vivid history that this man has gone through, having more experience in the world than possibly all of us combined. A man to certainly be revered and respected.... And he has embraced metal with open arms! Shocking to say the least, even more that he has made it merge with classical music perfectly.
Christopher Lee is awesome. First saw him in a made for tv 'Treasure Island' when I was a kid. Wasn't the best movie but his performance as Blind Pew was chilling. I've been a fan of his ever since. Btw, he's been in more movies than any other actor.
Christopher Lee is basically the coolest old man to have ever lived. Ever.
Eric Connor Old man? I'm fairly sure he was the coolest man to ever live.
He was never old, he was always young inside.
He surely is up there somewhere, of course... He was a living legend, and he was living a legend! A man of imposing stature and also an old school bad-ass, the species that's very close to extinction. R.I.P., old wizard... \,,/
yea coolest guy ever. wish he was still around.
@@Canadian_Princess that
He's been in over 200 movies, he was an intelligence officer in World War II, he speaks a bunch of languages and he's a symphonic metal singer. This man is so awesome that no one can comprehend just how awesome he is.
Fair to say that only since his passing is Robert Plant the coolest person alive :)
@Vardare Morgan fun fact: he's related to Ian Fleming :p
Not to mention he’s of royal blood, witnessed the last guiltine execution in France and almost married into the Swedish monarchy
@@Jimjam-lk4ud almost?
Should have been in the beer commercials..🤷♂️💯🤣
"We call it: Symphonic metal."
Just coming from a guy as old as he is and in that deadpan just killed me. God he's awesome.
That wasn't deadpan. That was sincerity.
Symphonic Metal... "Starts hearing Isengard Theme." Jk, it was just joke to acknowledge his performance on LOTR.
Christopher Lee being a direct descendent of Charlemagne is one of those things you always knew, you just didn't realize it until you hear it.
All Europeans are descended from him.
@@liamjm9278 relation does not mean descent stop spewing mouth diarrhea you read once and never properly researched. All living things are related it doesn't mean you descend from a butterfly.
@@iloveponis How can you be related to an ancestor and not be descended from them?
@@liamjm9278 im related to my cousin, I dont descend from them, thats how. You descend from your father, his brother you're related to but you didn't descend from him.
@@iloveponis You're cousins and uncles aren't your ancestors. Do you not know what ancestor means? It means someone that you descend from. You may not be descended from your uncle, but you are both descended from your grandfather. Your grandfather is an ancestor to both of you. All three of you are descendants of your great grandfather and so on.
Everyone in Europe is descended from Charlemagne because his descendants spread their seed all over Europe; eventually, it covered everyone. That's how it works. Just like how 1 in 200 men are descended from Genghis khan.
He even looks like Charlemagne going by his portraits.
Richard The Lionheart Most of Charlemagne's portraits were made long after his death and aren't based on his real appearance. WHAT IF he actually IS Charlemagne, but disguises himself as sir Christopher Lee, because he doesn't want any unwanted attention?
Aki Aoryuu Well, if that is true he didn't do a very good job of avoiding unwanted attention
Rakon Who says he didn't want any attention? If he wanted only to disguise himself, he was quite successful. Anyways, let's take a minute to honor the Man. RIP, Mr. Lee.
I hope I will get as old as he did.
Richard The Lionheart well he is of old european aristocracy...
Clicked this not even knowing about the album, thinking he was gonna talk about the historical Charlemagne lol
same here
Technically he did.
Yeah, i also. I havent seen this vid before, but anything with Lee just talking about anything historical or musical or arcane and occult interests, i am always very entertained as i grew up as a little kid watching his horror and supernatural movies and i always enjoy hearing him speak on various subjects.
Im always still so amazed at his work and interests in Metal music. I mean, i guess it shouldnt be surprising really, but i knew he was into baroque and classical symphonic music, it is just funny.
All his major characters he has portrayed even into his elder years were always great to see that he could keep being relevant and working in genres that interested him.
I have the charlemange CD in my car’s radio
I thought he was talking about EA community manager
"We call it Symphonic Metal"
Best line to hear from a 90 year old Actor.
"Imagine what a man being stabbed in the back sounds like."
"I do not need to imagine."
"I need not imagine" more likely. Even in grammar, he was boss
As a historian I am amazed that Christopher Lee was related to the Emperor Charlemagne. As a music fan (though I often don't take to metal) I appreciate his dedication to his art. As a film lover I can say with confidence this is a man who never phoned in a performance. Here is someone who took life to its fullest potential and still amazed us until the end. A world without this man is a duller world, but at least we can appreciate his legacy.
+T Kent Why are you amazed? Millions of people are related to Charlemagne, it's not hugely surprising given the timescale. You double your ancestors with every generation, and (given ~30 years per generation) Charlemagne was 40+ generations ago. That gives a number of ancestors greater than the amount of people who have ever lived. So your odds of having some Charlemagne in there are pretty high. You should know that, as a historian.
+Jack I'm pretty sure Christopher Lee is more of a direct descendant of Charlemagne, as in the family tree doesn't branch off very much leading to Christopher Lee's birth. Lee's family bears 80-90% of Charlemagne's coat of arms.
+T Kent Most people in Western Europe are descended from Charlemagne, and majority of them through the bastards of his daughters...
Decent through a bastard hardly seems like what he's describing...
And I doubt that would still lead to most Western Europeans drawing a direct decent. Relation? Sure. Decent? Probably not.
Fun fact. Due to genetics and family trees ALL europeans are related to Charlemange
Sir Christopher Lee was such a good-hearted, well spoken and wonderfully impactful gentleman. May his soul rest in peace and let us NEVER FORGET this epic man!
ys
A Medieval Chivalric Frankish Knight reborn truly.
Lived his life to the fullest.
Rest in peace, Sir Christopher Lee
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Imagine being in a metal band and having Christopher Lee compliment it. RIP
And then getting to work with him on an epic project
Wow. That beard itself could have conquered Europe.
Megamis Andria
ohv
Much fuller than his usual look!
😅
It did, that's what Charlemagne is about
True
“Not just the performers, but the people behind the camera and the composers too”
-Christopher Lee
Christopher Lee is open-minded enough to try anything - always the sign of a true artist. What a legend!
RIP Christopher - you were such a dude.
More information on Sarumans new metalalbum "Take the Hobbits to Isengard"
Tracks:
1. Gandalf the White? Gandalf the Fool!
2. Embrace your own destruction!
3. We have work to do!
4. March to Helms Deep!
5. The hour is later than you think.
6. So you have choosen death.
7. Theoden, Horsemaster!
© Copyright: Orthanc records.
I would love to hear that album
8. Shadow... and Flame (demo)
This would be so epic, too bad he is gone now
and of course "how the orcs first came into being"
B side:
- The White Hand (Feat. Lurtz)
- No Such Force
- The Way Of Pain
- Burn It (Treebeard diss)
- The Sword, The Spear And The Iron Fist
- Who Do You Serve (Feat. The Wildmen)
For a guy like Lee to get into Metal (or Symphonic Metal) is a true honor. The fact that his own type of Metal is very good, is even more of an honor.
Sir Christopher will be remembered for all time. What an immense legend.
He is beyond the coolest. He IS the most interesting man in the world.
I sure wish I could’ve met this legend someday :( may he rest in the heavens
He isin't only an actor, he is a musician, narrator and a captain during the World war 2. He did so many things in is life. He will always be remember and I cannot say how I am happy that he will incarnate Saruman again in 2012.
He's a legend.
My children, gaze upon this man, and see that his life is full, see how he wears his experience with pride, how his accomplishments are parts of the man, not the entirety of him. Sir Christopher Lee, perhaps the greatest actor, singer, and soldier of all time, may he forever rest in peace
He may not have been the greatest, but who can claim to be a great actor, singer AND soldier? And he didn't even claim to be, it was enough that we knew he WAS.
Lee. I appriciate that you helped us during our winter war. Without the people like you who came as volunteers to help our small country and fought against huge soviet Union we wouldnt be independent. I'll raise my hat to you
Wait, he fought in the winter war?!
@Oliver Pásztor what what?
@Oliver Pásztor ah man so much respect for the dude I didn't know that. Id be the same if needed this generation.
@@mattoniy2840 he volunteered for Finland because he was still 1 year too young to join the British military which makes it even more amazing
I dont live in finland but I have alot of older family members that do so I'm thankful.
If he hadn't passed away he would be the best person to play Charlemagne in any film role.
Sir Christopher alway reminds me of my grandmother in her old age, Sir Christopher's tone was so gentle and he was so wise like my Grandmother. She had class like him as well. Rest In Peace, my excellent friend and may God be with you, Sir Christopher Lee.
"He has a mind of metal" - Treebeard
Sweet comment!
Huh 😮
Genius.
That line has always stuck in my head.
How can you not love Christopher Lee. He is a living legend.
He really was.
His voice is totally badass with no effort
A direct descendant of Charlemagne talking about his ancestor and the music he wrote about his ancestor.
We lost a true legend Rest In Peace
Absolute legend. A man of many trades. A man who saved many lives in the war. A brilliant actor. Fantastic opera singer. And sophisticated metal singer. RIP Christopher Lee
I only just discovered that Christopher Lee does heavy metal. It is impossible to express how happy this makes me.
Greatest actor ever. Please make more videos good sir.
I have so much respect for this man, good luck on this new frontier of your career Sir Lee!
Sir Christopher Lee has played some truly fantastic parts. I'll look forward to whatever other projects he has in store. Thanks for the inspiration!
RIP, the world lost a great man.
The way he says Music and Symphonic metal is just magical
God Bless you Sir Christopher Lee! I hope you’re resting easy in the heavens
Until I started listening to Rhapsody i never would have imagined Christopher Lee signing metal. And yet he did and it sounds bloody amazing!
God rest, Chris. Rock on!!👊
This man, he is simply fantastic.
Rest in peace....
The Old School British Legend 👊🏽 RIP Sir Christopher Lee
A truly amazing man
You, sirs, Christopher Lee and Ian Mckellen and Richard Harris are always my most favourite elder characters.
Especially, I love Christopher Lee's VOICE. The most deep strong voice that Hollywood has ever had.
sir christopher lee long may you reign,
i bought the album and it hasn`t been off my stereo since
a great actor and now a great musician
RIP sir Christopher lee
His voice is amazing :) And he's such a good actor, a true role model for all aspiring actors and actresses.
Goddamn why am I just now learning about this channel. You were a gift to us all Christopher Lee.
My thoughts exactly! I love Christopher Lee
What a great human being! Much respect to him and his music.
God bless you, sir.
Such an amazing man.
“I have... another... message to give...”
Anything he says is automatically an audition monologue
Long life to Christopher Lee! Long life to Metal!🤘🏻
I have this album on CD and the others as well and they are awesome.
He really is one of the most amazing actors out there. And his work with Rhapsody(Of Fire) was fantastic, and I am looking forward to buying the Charlemagne CD. It sounds great.
SHED THE BLOOD OF THE SAXON MEN.
Didnt quite work!
Didnt quite work! (I'm still here).
He didnt get all of us lol.
@@MauriceTarantulas The objective of the Saxon Wars was never the extermination of the Saxon people, but rather of their religion (which tragically often meant wholesale massacres of people who refused to convert). In this he was quite successful seeing how all Saxons had been baptized by the end of his campaigns and only Scandinavia was left as the last remaining bastion of Germanic Paganism.
So you started C19 and the lady boy riots ..damn you...damn you..you saucy sausage lover ✨🎵🏴🎵✨
Christopher Lee is a great man and actor, and as we all can see, a very open minded person and artist. I'm not that surprised seing him take part of this adventure and hope to see him many times again. Long live Christopher Lee.
i CANT get enough of him saying 'metal'... metal... METAL!
christopher lee rocks! \m/ >_< \m/
R.I.P. his passing Sucks...
5 years ago,Damn
"We call it symphonic metal". It's so awesome to hear a nearly 90 year old dude saying that. I was definitely delighted when Lee took over as narrator for Rhapsody. Much better than the bubbling caldron of cheese they had before.
Lord of the Rings has some of the most iconic voices ever.. seriously, this guy could have also voiced Treebeard VERY WELL. So could Ian McKellen!
RIP my dad.
He was a dead ringer for this guy.
My dad was not a great man. But he deserves to be remembered even in the most minute capacity.
;)
I could listen to Sir Christopher Lee all day.
This video has been recommended to me constantly for over a year, and I finally had to give in and click on it
I am so going to check this out,when It comes out!!
STILL KICKIN ASS AFTER ALL THESE YEARS..!!!
You go Mr.Lee.. The Greatest Actor alive
Uhhhhhhh this didn’t age well
He will be missed. He was so great of an actor.
I know this is a little late but he will surely be missed 🍻🍻🍻 I didn't know Sir Christopher Lee put out a metal album, but I know now. I'm going to buy all his music. He's got an amazing voice. I know he calls it.. oh I forget his term, but I prefer the term, especially what he does with this album as folk metal. Great story puts music. Love it! Man I wish this guy was immortal beyond his reputation and history. ❤️
I love symphonic metal. I love rhapsody. I love manowar and I love many of the films that Sir Lee is in. How have I only discovered today what an amazing man he is. What a legend, I wish I could meet him!
Christopher Lee, I could listen to your voice for hours. The fact that you're a fan of heavy metal? And are now making metal music?
Sir, you just made my day.
Dooku seems like a pretty cool dude, don't get why the jedi didn't like him
cause he's the enemy
but in real life Lee is the Ally
Lee is an Ally, Dooku is an Enemy
Count Dookie. 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁
I believe you are referring to a character in the Star Wars prequels named "Count Dooku." Christopher Lee played that character, but here he is not portraying "Count Dooku." Here, Christopher Lee is not acting but rather appearing as himself. Therefore, how he appears in this featurette is unrelated to how the Jedis had responded to the "Count Dooku" character in the Star Wars prequels.
I've just today discovered Christopher Lee's metal singing career. He is now my favorite f****** person of all-time. Rock on Christopher Lee!!!!
Damn I just learned about this album like a week ago. Dude was absolutely legendary!
I am going to buy the hell out of this. Thank you Sir Christopher Lee!
dude, if we could be 1/1000th as awesome as christopher lee we would all be able to die happy :)
i cannot wait to pick this album up.
I know loads of people are related to Charlemagne in one form or another in Europe and many Americans but finding out Christopher Lee is and bears that sign makes him all the more awesome. What a Legend👌
Just saw the Hobbit! And listened to Rhapsody Of Fire! Chris you are amazing! Especially your voice! Its just so incredibly manly. Keep up the great work!
\m/
I really cant wait for this. It is going to be brilliant.
LOVE HIM! May he live well into his 100's and keep creating!
You will always rule Christopher Lee!!! I loved the clips I heard, I can't wait to hear the whole thing \m/\m/
That voice... I'm at a loss for words.
Dudes, this brilliant man is an ispiration for us all. Not only is he an amazing actor, but he's a talented singer in my favorite genre of metal. We all should hope to be as awesome as Sir Christopher Lee.
I just bought the album today and am completely THRILLED! I enjoy the movies, but now I can sing along (terribly) in my car and learn more about this incredible and wonderful man!
Sir Christopher Lee was always a rock star, in my book. As far as him being an old man, when this old man tells someone, ''Get off my lawn!'' You can bet, they got off his lawn! Rest In Peace.
IS 90 now. I really hope he can live to see 2022, then he will be a centurion and be that much more epic!!
Indeed, an ancient man of history, both a living relic and in his own right, still a complete badass. You cannot deny the rich and vivid history that this man has gone through, having more experience in the world than possibly all of us combined. A man to certainly be revered and respected.... And he has embraced metal with open arms! Shocking to say the least, even more that he has made it merge with classical music perfectly.
Christopher Lee reminds me so much of my late Grandfather. Truely sad that they are both gone.
Mr Lee is a fantastic quality human being! What a great man, what achievments!
How the hell is it even possible to dislike something like this? This is life.
RIP Christopher Lee
What a man, a hugely talented actor and singer. You sir, are not far away from a being I call god. I hope you live for many years to come.
That voice... most badass voice ive ever heard. Sir.Christopher.Lee :'D
Christopher Lee is awesome. First saw him in a made for tv 'Treasure Island' when I was a kid. Wasn't the best movie but his performance as Blind Pew was chilling. I've been a fan of his ever since. Btw, he's been in more movies than any other actor.
He was in the fucking Special Forces, played Dracula, Dooku, Saruman and made a Metal album. That's got to be the most badass resume ever
He was also in the Special Operations Executive, which frankly makes him the most totally badass actor alive today.
you are great sir christopher lee I hope you live to be a 100 and work that long god bless you i am a very big fan and i hope to meet you one day
Christopher Lee is one badass old man.
Hat's off to you Mr. Lee, it will be very interesting to hear the album. Have to respect someone doing this at your point in one's career.
Legendary actor, a face and voice so charismatic.
Love from France
Christopher Lee is literally metal
I love the way he says "symphonic..... metal" XD