John Farnham - Help (LIVE with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra) Reaction

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  • Опубліковано 23 лис 2024

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  • @CoolCoyote
    @CoolCoyote Рік тому +4

    I don't a human can project his voice any better than this

  • @beresfordthompson1370
    @beresfordthompson1370 11 місяців тому +3

    Have listened to John for over 30 years and it never gets old. He has so much great music and adapts from decade to decade, I think from memory 5 number1 hits over 5 decades. John can sing anything, any genre. Anything John sings is bound to be great. You really need to do more from John.

  • @michellebostock4276
    @michellebostock4276 4 роки тому +113

    If you keep reacting to john farnham You will have plenty of Australian fans We adore him He is our hero

    • @AbiNomac
      @AbiNomac 3 роки тому +5

      So true on both accounts.

    • @OffTapLife
      @OffTapLife  2 роки тому +2

      John is def incredible looking forward to reacting to more of his stuff for sure!!😊❤

  • @Oldbutnotout65
    @Oldbutnotout65 11 місяців тому +3

    Yes, John Lennon wrote it and the Beatles did an up-tempo version (to appease their record company), it was released as a single in July 1965. John Farnham covered it in 1980, Yoko said when JL heard it he said, "that was the way it was meant to sound". Unfortunately, JL was taken from us on 8 December 1980 the same year. 😪

  • @maryrhiannon5227
    @maryrhiannon5227 3 роки тому +17

    When The Voice smiles at the start, it is like, "Buckle up bitches, here it comes". He was in the stage production of Jesus Christ Superstar here with other top Australian performers. Even they were scared of having to sing alongside him. He is The Voice, so effortless in his singing.

    • @leglessinoz
      @leglessinoz 3 роки тому +3

      That was a great production. It was done "in the round". John, Angry Anderson, John Stevens, Kate Ceberano, John Waters, Russell Morris. Glad I got to see it.

  • @debbieg1406
    @debbieg1406 Рік тому +2

    I’ve only just found your channel…So glad you enjoyed and appreciated our Phenomenal Aussie treasure, John Farnham! I can’t wait for ‘John Farnham’s -finding The voice’ movie to be released in May 2023!🎉❤🎶👌👏🙏👍…Get well soon please John.💐🤞🍀🙏🌈💕🎶

  • @peterfairhall1784
    @peterfairhall1784 4 роки тому +11

    He is now in his 70's and his voice has not deteriorated at all. Listen to his album "Whispering Jack" to fully appreciate his talent..

  • @roxee57
    @roxee57 4 роки тому +46

    I’m an Aussie and have only just found your channel. John made a conscious decision to retain his base in Australia which was great for us, but sad for the world. He semi-retired now & a lot older than this video depicts him, but he can still belt out a tune. What a talent!

  • @robray4288
    @robray4288 4 роки тому +37

    And that's why he is known as "The Voice" …….

  • @PhilipShand
    @PhilipShand 10 місяців тому +1

    Have you heard him sing "Black Dog". ? You'll need a seat belt ! !

  • @jeffreykennedy1266
    @jeffreykennedy1266 2 роки тому +5

    There are singers, and then there is The Voice… John Farnham

  • @karenhamilton9942
    @karenhamilton9942 3 роки тому +11

    John has been singing for many years. He has provided music for USA movie. His voice is instantly recognised by most Australians. He is a National Treasure and as down to earth as heck.

  • @mrmockatoo6786
    @mrmockatoo6786 4 роки тому +32

    It's the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra! Of course there's a harp!

  • @jamesatkinson7517
    @jamesatkinson7517 3 роки тому +14

    So love your critique ❤️
    So Raw and Real.
    He has been dazzling us Australians for 54 years
    If you find his first performance of this song 1980 Royal command performance you will hear his voice at perfection his voice was so clear in the high register back then.
    These days he may not be able to hold the highs as long but it is as live as it gets and he has so much more power these days, it’s incomparable to any other singer.
    I mean who could actually sing live that good.
    He needs no voice doubling no back up singer when he sings the most demanding parts.
    And
    He turns 72 in July
    Yep who wouldn’t be jealous.

    • @debbie6710
      @debbie6710 2 роки тому +1

      His birthday is actually July 1st

  • @sharenedrennan1602
    @sharenedrennan1602 4 роки тому +6

    I'm a fan and i am definitely aussie. I really love your personality and passion for great music. John has been a greatly loved singer here for over50 years. He is also a great Beatles fan and always does one of their songs at every concert. This is by far my favourite and i believe it is even better than the original.. i went to johns very first concert and his last . He still performs at the ripe old age of 70 and that magic voice has lost none of its beauty or power over all those years. He is indeed one of the most genuine people and performers in the world. What you see is always what you get. We love him. Cheers and love,

  • @kenlawton1531
    @kenlawton1531 4 роки тому +22

    Hence he's known as "The Voice" here in Australia 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺 yeah it's a Beatles song.

  • @reneepope-munro8115
    @reneepope-munro8115 4 роки тому +36

    Yay! My periodic UA-cam search for Farnsey reactions bore some excellent fruit today ☺️ John truly is a legend, and as a vocalist, almost unparalleled. And he is STILL killing the game today. He sounds almost exactly like this I. 2020, and my man is 70 - SEVENTY. Absolutely iconic.

  • @amandamckenna
    @amandamckenna 3 роки тому +5

    I just love it when others discover our own John Farnham. He is THE singer's singer and Australia's best kept secret. He can fair dinkum sing circles around anybody on the planet.

  • @linmonash1244
    @linmonash1244 3 роки тому +2

    Yup. He's the real deal. Always was. Still is! Came out to sing for a Farmers Aid concert only last year! Aged 70+ ! Voice as beautiful & powerful as ever.
    Just look at that stage presence -that effortless range - perfect pitch & timing. Breath control - microphone technique... Sync not only with a band but with an entire Orchestra.
    A thoroughly lovely decent down to earth humble bloke who can fill stadiums the country over - but loves just as much to sing in a pub with a few mates.
    And ALWAYS acknowledges his fellow musicians / performers.
    Did you think that all that - and humble and courteous too - began with Dimash?!
    John was Wowing us all over the country long before DQ was a 'twinkle in his father's eye'! :)
    And on this topic { Yes - I've become 'Dimashified' too) Just think on THIS for just a moment:
    >>> John did not have a SINGLE singing lesson in his entire life. All natural - all self taught.
    Pitch perfect - LIVE - every time.
    'We' all were kinda gobsmacked when he didn't take off over in The States back in the day - but it's lovely that he's now 'Wowing' a whole new generation of new listeners every day - today. We love showing off our 'show off'. Thanks for sharing our 'Farnsie'.

  • @robinlabouche2230
    @robinlabouche2230 4 роки тому +12

    John Farnham is one of the best singers ever !!!!!!!

  • @PrincessGold1
    @PrincessGold1 3 роки тому +2

    New Aussie subscriber here :). John is now 71 and is the single most loved person in Australia!

  • @Ozfreerider_adventures
    @Ozfreerider_adventures 4 роки тому +15

    I've been to several of John's concerts in Melbourne as a kid. He is unbelievable. Such a great performer. Chech out playing to win live. And when the war is over ... that will blow your mind .

  • @briantayler1230
    @briantayler1230 4 роки тому +6

    Hello, I went to a concert in Brisbane about 2 years ago, John Farnham and Lionel Ritchie. Lionel did a good job, but was just phoning it in and then John came out and blew the roof of the venue. He is now in his 70's and his voice is just as good as ever. John had his first hit in the late '60s called " Sadie the Cleaning Lady ". He hates singing this kitchy song at shows and everybody asked for it as a running joke. Do not put it on your channel, but you might want to look at it yourself for a laugh.

  • @SimsWishes
    @SimsWishes 4 роки тому +29

    I didn’t realise you were in Australia. Which city? Glad you found John Farnham. ‘Your the voice’ by him is great. Btw I’m an Aussie and a Dear too 😄

  • @Ozjourneyman
    @Ozjourneyman 4 роки тому +15

    Count another Aussie amongst your subscribers. G'day from Far North Queensland. Great reaction to one of our greatest ever performers.

    • @OffTapLife
      @OffTapLife  4 роки тому +6

      Hey welcome to the family!! Appreciate the sub and support!! Much love to Far North Queensland I've been to Port Douglas, Cairns, Mackay, Townsville, Gladstone, Rockhampton, Yeppoon, Bundaberg etc multiple times!! Will be visiting back up North sometime in the near future for sure once things settle back down to normal again. All the best and please stay safe!!😁❤️

    • @ruthpmj
      @ruthpmj 4 роки тому +2

      Hi Cairns born here now living in Bundaberg just found your channel

    • @bernadettelanders7306
      @bernadettelanders7306 3 роки тому +2

      Melbourne Victoria here too. She’s a tad blown away by John’s voice - we know why 😁
      But being at his live concerts are even better ❤️

    • @coreyjacobs6939
      @coreyjacobs6939 3 роки тому

      @@OffTapLife Did you hear about the two sardines that went backpacking around Australia?
      They got stuck in Cairns.

  • @craigmorton9804
    @craigmorton9804 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks for your channel. Another Australian subscriber here. Maybe you have more Aussie fans than you realise.

  • @lorrainechircop4411
    @lorrainechircop4411 3 роки тому +5

    That's our Johnny baby. He's the bomb... ❤🇦🇺

    • @OffTapLife
      @OffTapLife  3 роки тому

      Yep Lorraine John is def awesome!! :-)

  • @jayweb51
    @jayweb51 Рік тому

    John's ability to sing most genres is monumental, as a solo artist he is one of the best in the world; and when he performs with other artists, it steps up a notch. John sings "Please Don't Ask Me" in this same concert, but his duet with Olivia Newton John from The Main Event Concert will lift your soul. John's signature song is "You're The Voice", and is respectfully known as 'The Voice'. Enjoy your journey down this rabbit-hole. Check out his duet with Jimmy Barnes singing "When Something is Wrong With My Baby" from Jimmy's Soul Deep concert. Always watch live performances.

  • @richtensail
    @richtensail 3 роки тому +1

    yes its a beatles song, whn john rereleased it john lennon phoned him up n said he liked his version very much n thats how he originally wanted to sing it but v label told him 2 make it into a pop song.

  • @nedbella
    @nedbella 4 роки тому +7

    John Farnham is a God in Oz. His voice is epic. Can you imagine him and Whitney Houston doing a duet when at their peak. It would be AMAZING.

  • @georgeibrahim7945
    @georgeibrahim7945 4 роки тому +12

    Think this was back in 87, he’s one of the best vocalists of all time, check his other songs out especially Your the Voice.

  • @kennykarlsson6691
    @kennykarlsson6691 3 роки тому +2

    Wow!!!! Look at that insanely big adiuence. That says a lot about his greatness.

  • @das0515
    @das0515 4 роки тому +12

    Wow that was incredible 🤯. Thank you Faith and thank you Janelle for this great request ❤️

    • @jazzyj7490
      @jazzyj7490 4 роки тому +3

      Dassssssss. Ur welcome, much love to you

  • @StephenHayes-g4t
    @StephenHayes-g4t Рік тому

    I’m one of your biggest fans and I love your reaction to our Australian superstar “The Voice” John Farnham…🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺❤👍👏👏👏

  • @megamegz1203
    @megamegz1203 4 роки тому +5

    Pretty sure at least 1 of the Beatles said this is John's song now

  • @graemekelly1572
    @graemekelly1572 4 роки тому +2

    John Farnham Aussie rock and music royalty. And more or less stuck with his heart and more or less stuck with us Aussie’s

  • @markfinnigan4994
    @markfinnigan4994 4 роки тому +8

    Hun, love the reaction! John has had number 1hits now in five decades, from the sixties onwards The man is now in his seventies and still as good as ever, most recently seen on the bushfire appeal with Olivia Newton John and co.
    First time viewer, gotta look after a local girl!

  • @TheMarlsi
    @TheMarlsi Рік тому +1

    Lennon said it’s how it’s supposed to be sung. ❤

  • @paul-Ess
    @paul-Ess 4 роки тому +25

    If your living in Australia you are now a "beaut sheila"!

  • @StephenHayes-g4t
    @StephenHayes-g4t Рік тому

    And I also LOVE that you live here with us in Australia 🇦🇺 so great to have your beautiful presence with us 🇦🇺❤👏

  • @stacey7529
    @stacey7529 3 роки тому +1

    He is royalty here 🇦🇺❤

  • @estellelarsen4850
    @estellelarsen4850 4 роки тому +3

    Fellow Aussie here,South Australia 🇦🇺

  • @brendanjeffreys7056
    @brendanjeffreys7056 3 роки тому

    Hello .....Aussie from Central Coast NSW here and i too just found your channel... Welcome to the best country in the world , God Bless you My Sister from another Mister 🇦🇺🍻🙏😉

  • @PaulKleynjan
    @PaulKleynjan 4 роки тому +9

    you have 1 more Australian fan. You really need to watch "You're the Voice" by the man we call The Voice, John Farnham

  • @7Sandie
    @7Sandie 4 роки тому +14

    NEXT you have to review YOU'RE THE VOICE!!!!!!! please :)

  • @adammuir
    @adammuir 4 роки тому +17

    Love ya work, mate. Ya might like John singing "When the war is over". Actually not 'might', you will. :)

  • @yurilemming4130
    @yurilemming4130 2 роки тому

    Been listening to John for 60 years yes that long.

  • @waynehauser3611
    @waynehauser3611 4 роки тому +2

    One more Aussie in the family right here !
    John Farnham is amazing and has real star power here.
    He could be huge anywhere !
    Peace n love from down under opps which is where you are already ! What state are you in ? I am in Melbourne Victoria.

  • @annettelane
    @annettelane Рік тому

    He sings sweet ballads to opera and anything in-between

  • @goatslunch6991
    @goatslunch6991 3 роки тому +1

    He has a harp. Just for you. Well done with the reaction.

  • @simontyne3032
    @simontyne3032 4 роки тому +4

    He just recently performed with Brian May.

  • @djr_drums
    @djr_drums 4 роки тому +2

    Growing up listening to John Farnham makes it easy to beat yourself when you later become a musician/singer.

  • @MyPaddy2011
    @MyPaddy2011 4 роки тому +1

    Your reactions are just sick mate. I'm a 71yo Ozzie dude and I'd love nothing more than to be at a Chisel or Barnsey concert with you, preferably both. They always knock it out of the park.

  • @danielleoeding2880
    @danielleoeding2880 4 місяці тому

    We ❤❤❤ John here in Oz.
    Perfect version of this song.

  • @bellajezz1
    @bellajezz1 4 роки тому +1

    Hahaha ur a lil legend!! What a great review, yet another Aussie subscriber here, welcome to the Aus crew! 🇦🇺

  • @aussierhino471
    @aussierhino471 4 роки тому +6

    Another Aussie loving your stuff, girl. Anyone who genuinely appreciates Australian talent as you do is alright by me - LOVE that you've been reacting to Tim Minchin too, who is a freakin' genius. A suggestion if I may...check out an 11 year old (yes, eleven) Australian guitarist named Taj Farrant - you will NOT believe it.

    • @jazzyj7490
      @jazzyj7490 3 роки тому +1

      Hi Aussie 💙🙃🙂🐢aka Janelle..

    • @aussierhino471
      @aussierhino471 3 роки тому

      @@jazzyj7490 Hey Jazzy girl :) :)

  • @AussieDebb
    @AussieDebb 9 місяців тому

    HE IS THE G.O.A.T. THE VOICE according to Freddy Mercury (he was asked to replace Freddy when he passed) but was not able to accept it), Richard Marx. He has performed with Tom Jones, Ray Charles , Celine, Cold Play. John is all heart, soul and love and his live performances are always like this with well over 💯 percent effort put in. 👏🏻 Hope youve seen a lot more of John and Jimmy Barnes by now and your Aussie fan base will grow especialy now. ❤❤

  • @belindadouglas7993
    @belindadouglas7993 3 роки тому

    Playing to win....best song...nah...everything he sings gives you chills.. hey from Australia...welcome

  • @richardeycken
    @richardeycken Рік тому

    The most humble superstar you’ll ever meet.

  • @-sandman4605
    @-sandman4605 3 роки тому +2

    I'm subscribed MATE, I got ya back here in Perth Western Australia.
    😎😁✌👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

    • @OffTapLife
      @OffTapLife  3 роки тому +1

      Hey thanks Sandman appreciate the support much love!!😊♥️

    • @-sandman4605
      @-sandman4605 3 роки тому

      @@OffTapLife 😎😁✌👍🇦🇺🇺🇸

  • @kelly6491
    @kelly6491 4 роки тому +2

    Nice to see you enjoy some farnsey 😁 that voice is just one of those super familiar ones we all grew up listening to. Tho I’ve not heard him for ages. He was childhood friends with my mum actually and grew up across the street from my family so seeing this was also a nice trip down memory lane :) thanks

  • @gregorystewart2732
    @gregorystewart2732 Рік тому

    1989 concert with Melbourne symphony orchestra , 70,000 people.

  • @AbiNomac
    @AbiNomac 3 роки тому +1

    You’re reaction to Farnesy is the BEST.

  • @FranBlake-wr2tm
    @FranBlake-wr2tm 8 місяців тому

    And that my friends is how it is done no one better ❤❤❤❤

  • @gamortie
    @gamortie 4 роки тому +1

    This is the quintessential’ 80s power ballad; add the power of the fully operational symphony orchestra, and you could orbit with this power!
    Oh, and you have another Aussie fan!

  • @jebaker6942
    @jebaker6942 3 роки тому

    I have been a big fan here in the states since I first found him. John and Jimmy Barns are my new favorites. When I seen he was doing a Beatles classic cover I was apprehensive, but I think it's great.

  • @davesworld9924
    @davesworld9924 3 роки тому +1

    He’s Australia’s national treasure

  • @PhilipShand
    @PhilipShand 10 місяців тому

    Black Dog is just a warmup with his band.... just jammin'. Empty venue in the afternoon,checking the sound levels. As I said.....you'll need a seatbelt !

  • @jayweb51
    @jayweb51 Рік тому

    Keep going, it won't take long before you know it. Keep up the good work, 'build it, they will come'. All the best.

  • @1kokowai
    @1kokowai 3 роки тому +2

    Best reaction your da bomb!!!

    • @OffTapLife
      @OffTapLife  3 роки тому +1

      Hey thanks for the huge compliment appreciate the support much love!!😊❤

  • @mathewmataira4546
    @mathewmataira4546 4 роки тому +3

    It was actually a Beatles song

  • @aisesther7920
    @aisesther7920 3 роки тому +1

    haha your a legend. Love from Oz :)

  • @7Sandie
    @7Sandie 4 роки тому +2

    John Farnham has been singing since the 1960s

  • @SilverFoxy207
    @SilverFoxy207 3 роки тому

    I L♡VE seeing people discovering Aussie Music Royalty makes me so happy 💕

  • @annkerin8394
    @annkerin8394 4 роки тому +2

    Another Aussie. What more could I ask. Johnny Farnham and Queen reactions!!

  • @tamaramoore9301
    @tamaramoore9301 3 роки тому

    hi from australia...much love,best wishes and kind thoughts

  • @leasakaitoa7421
    @leasakaitoa7421 2 роки тому +2

    Sweetheart, the harp isn’t in his band. The harp is with the Melbourne philharmonic orchestras. But John Farnham is a legend.

  • @hawkethorn9009
    @hawkethorn9009 3 роки тому

    he's been around since black and white tv... John is Aussie royalty among a few others... check out John and Jimmy Barnes, that will blow your mind girl... a beatles song yup

  • @justlinsu
    @justlinsu 4 роки тому +2

    hi new subscriber from Australia....John is a legend....

  • @MalevolentProphecies
    @MalevolentProphecies 2 роки тому

    Yo rocking the Aspley Bowl shirt. Love that alley. Many many birthday parties growing up there.

    • @OffTapLife
      @OffTapLife  2 роки тому

      Hey yep they are one of my bowling sponsors great Center and staff indeed!! Tnx for sharing much love!!☺️❤️

  • @withinjapan2024
    @withinjapan2024 4 роки тому +1

    He was never famous in the states as the record label in the USA said people in America wouldn't get his style so they remixed his songs for usa release

  • @gamortie
    @gamortie 4 роки тому +2

    I suspect he would have spent some time in the US with LRB....

  • @dee-smart
    @dee-smart 3 роки тому +1

    His band doesn't have a harp. BUT the Melbourne SYMPHONY orchestra has a harp.

  • @neilstrang8855
    @neilstrang8855 19 днів тому

    John sang with Ray Charles, Laura Brannigan, Olivia Newton-John, Tom Jones, LRB …

  • @kerrie-annepratt3723
    @kerrie-annepratt3723 Рік тому

    Im an Austrlain, loved your reaction. I will be following you xo

  • @karenrawling3632
    @karenrawling3632 3 роки тому

    One of my favourite singers.

  • @whatevs1700
    @whatevs1700 Рік тому +1

    Great reaction… you are hilarious… new Aussie subscriber here :)

  • @anthonysunay7916
    @anthonysunay7916 4 роки тому +7

    He never wanted to be super famous in the USA he wants a normal life

  • @leahmillar8255
    @leahmillar8255 3 роки тому +1

    He’s our boy! You need to react to chain reaction.
    Thanks for doing a Jonny song.

  • @1970GenXer
    @1970GenXer Рік тому +1

    No John doesn't have a harp, but the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra he is singing with does 😉😅

  • @drbongorama
    @drbongorama Рік тому

    Late to the react comment, apologies.
    I've watched ALOT or reactions to this song.
    Yours is the best, by far.
    New Aussie fan here.

  • @stanroach2842
    @stanroach2842 2 роки тому

    He's playing with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra

  • @violetpattison5745
    @violetpattison5745 3 роки тому +1

    Listen to Burn for U by John Farnham... Omg...very nice 👋

  • @lancenorthey7205
    @lancenorthey7205 2 роки тому

    Have been a fan for a year or or so now so you can add another Australian fan to your list

  • @khoale4755
    @khoale4755 4 роки тому +2

    If you really wanna hear John, look at 'See the banners fall' or 'Beyond the call' LIVE please!!! Album versions are good but LIVE is ooooofffff the chain as you Americans put it lol

  • @winsomeblandford1076
    @winsomeblandford1076 4 місяці тому

    Melbourne Symphony orchestra❤

  • @Shadow74342
    @Shadow74342 4 роки тому +3

    A 5 octave voice.........and he's a pop singer.....the man

    • @devilsadvocate2548
      @devilsadvocate2548 Рік тому +1

      Closer to 3 (A2-G5) octaves than 5. Still amazing though.

  • @velvetandchester
    @velvetandchester 4 роки тому +4

    New Aussie subscriber...John Farnham is how I found you. Am hoping you will do your subscribers and yourself the favour of listening to the Australian version of Bob Dylan called Paul Kelly and I suggest starting with one the following two songs
    'How to make gravy' and 'Dumb Things'

    • @jemxs
      @jemxs 4 роки тому +1

      Yes Paul Kelly would be awesome

  • @zappagorewaikato1009
    @zappagorewaikato1009 4 роки тому +1

    Wendy Stapleton. Ay goddam caramba. Kia kaha

  • @dalasamorris8630
    @dalasamorris8630 2 роки тому +1

    I live in QLD and I love your UA-cam channel. 😉❤

    • @OffTapLife
      @OffTapLife  2 роки тому

      Hey Dalasa!! Glad you are enjoying the channel!! Will be doing back some sort of meet and greets and car meets once things start getting back to normal. Appreciate the support all the best!!😊❤