The amazing thing about this song is that it is all Freddie, harmonizing with himself just as he did in the opening section of Bohemian Rhapsody. I do prefer the simpler but hauntingly beautiful live version performed at Hyde Park. It's good to see you reacting to Queen again, I always appreciate your take on the album tracks.
Thank you so much, I always appreciate your taking time to watch and leave a comment! I'm hearing so many good things about the live rendition of this song and look forward to reacting to it as well.
Wow! His tone and temperament are pretty vulnerable in the recorded version. If he's even moreso in the live performance, then I definitely look forward to seeing it!
Another beautiful vocal by Freddie. This was also done in concert with just him and piano, both versions are beautiful but I prefer, just him and piano vversion.
The live version from 1976 before this was recorded was especially touching and more intimate, imo. I love that one more, actually. Freddie as so emotional and beautiful, all by himself on his piano when the rest of the band was taking a break. Thank you! I still love the studio version.
Oh okay, so the others were on vacation, that's why it's just about all Freddie. Kinda reminds me of one of those previous Roger led songs where he did all the vocals himself. They work perfectly in sync together but it's interesting when some of their songs is largely performed solo.
I love it! "You Take My Breath Away" demonstrates Freddie's exploration of acapella harmonies before transitioning into one of the most heartfelt piano ballads he ever wrote. It's a piece of subdued but immense beauty and unspeakable emotion.
I think the melody line is sublime. Of course the harmonies etc, but let's just appreciate the unique melody of this song in an unusual scale, very atypical, very creative.
This song has a sweeping majestic feel to it. Freddie does all the vocals himself. There are several theories about this song and who it might've been about, if anyone at all. Freddie usually didn't revealed the explicit motivations behind his music though, so it's all just speculation. But to me, this song is basically a solo Freddie number with a "guest" appearance by Brian on guitar.
Ooooooh, the harmonies whisk you away!! In this case, Freddie performed the song live first at Hyde Park before it was recorded (for that special someone who was in attendance). Beautiful. I love how Brian’s guitar sounds similar to a cello or something like that. Anyway, love it! 🥰
Yes! Brian's guitar definitely has a genteel quality to it that peacefully meshes into the song's softness! The "dance" between Freddie's piano and Brian's guitar is always killer!
Such a beautiful song! Please react to the 1976 version at Hyde Park with just Freddie on the piano before it was recorded.. my personal favorite. Delicate yet heart wrenching. Thank you for your reactions.
I enjoy your reactions but you are missing a lot by not watching live performances. Check out Somebody to Love, Save Me and Dragon Attack all live at Montreal 1981. Now I’m Here and Love of My Life live at Wembley 1986. Do Who Wants to Live Forever official video and their live performance in Budapest. You won’t be sorry!
The amazing thing about this song is that it is all Freddie, harmonizing with himself just as he did in the opening section of Bohemian Rhapsody. I do prefer the simpler but hauntingly beautiful live version performed at Hyde Park. It's good to see you reacting to Queen again, I always appreciate your take on the album tracks.
Thank you so much, I always appreciate your taking time to watch and leave a comment! I'm hearing so many good things about the live rendition of this song and look forward to reacting to it as well.
I prefer the simple live vocal that Freddie did before it was recorded. He's so vulnerable in it.
Wow! His tone and temperament are pretty vulnerable in the recorded version. If he's even moreso in the live performance, then I definitely look forward to seeing it!
Another beautiful vocal by Freddie. This was also done in concert with just him and piano, both versions are beautiful but I prefer, just him and piano vversion.
This is such a beautiful song, thank you.
💯 Agreed! As breathtaking as the title suggests. Thank you for watching and commenting!
Absolutely gorgeous song. Just Freddie's vocals layered. Excellent reaction.
Those backing vocals are practically exalted. Freddie executed those solo harmonies to perfection.
Freddie writes and sings with pure passion. He wore his heart on his sleeve and, lucky for us, shared it with us.
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The live version from 1976 before this was recorded was especially touching and more intimate, imo. I love that one more, actually. Freddie as so emotional and beautiful, all by himself on his piano when the rest of the band was taking a break. Thank you! I still love the studio version.
Oh okay, so the others were on vacation, that's why it's just about all Freddie. Kinda reminds me of one of those previous Roger led songs where he did all the vocals himself. They work perfectly in sync together but it's interesting when some of their songs is largely performed solo.
Beautiful song sang by a beautiful man written for his then boyfriend David Minns Freddie will live on forever through his music
I love it! "You Take My Breath Away" demonstrates Freddie's exploration of acapella harmonies before transitioning into one of the most heartfelt piano ballads he ever wrote. It's a piece of subdued but immense beauty and unspeakable emotion.
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I think the melody line is sublime. Of course the harmonies etc, but let's just appreciate the unique melody of this song in an unusual scale, very atypical, very creative.
Definitely a sublime melody and Freddie's voice executes the melody flawlessly.
This song has a sweeping majestic feel to it. Freddie does all the vocals himself. There are several theories about this song and who it might've been about, if anyone at all. Freddie usually didn't revealed the explicit motivations behind his music though, so it's all just speculation. But to me, this song is basically a solo Freddie number with a "guest" appearance by Brian on guitar.
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Ooooooh, the harmonies whisk you away!! In this case, Freddie performed the song live first at Hyde Park before it was recorded (for that special someone who was in attendance). Beautiful. I love how Brian’s guitar sounds similar to a cello or something like that. Anyway, love it! 🥰
Yes! Brian's guitar definitely has a genteel quality to it that peacefully meshes into the song's softness! The "dance" between Freddie's piano and Brian's guitar is always killer!
Freddie ensured us a little insight into his soul with a song that is able to touch everybody's heart.
Absolutely! When Freddie bared his soul on record, it resulted in sonic masterworks.
Such a beautiful song! Please react to the 1976 version at Hyde Park with just Freddie on the piano before it was recorded.. my personal favorite. Delicate yet heart wrenching. Thank you for your reactions.
Thank you for watching! I'll definitely check that out and do a reaction to it!
Do yourself a favor and watch the live at Hyde Park version of the song. It will take your breath away.
Will definitely add it to the list!
Just one song away from "Millionaire Waltz" !
Just by that title alone, I'm imaginging it's gonna be an extravaganza only Queen can deliver!
@@AceM-Reacts Not to say I don't like "Long Away". It's a nice reflective message about life and the great beyond.
Oh, i thought this Take my breath away, by Berlin
Did a reaction to that one as well! Check it out! 😎
I enjoy your reactions but you are missing a lot by not watching live performances. Check out Somebody to Love, Save Me and Dragon Attack all live at Montreal 1981. Now I’m Here and Love of My Life live at Wembley 1986. Do Who Wants to Live Forever official video and their live performance in Budapest. You won’t be sorry!