I'm a 50 years old Queen fan and also a metalhead, but whenever I watch this music video I couldn't help but shed a tear. RIP, Freddie Mercury. Gone too soon.
@fikryhasan5225 Same. Massive Queen fan since about 12. I also remember being 17 when Freddie passed away at 46 and thinking "well he was old and had a good life". Now I'm 50 and OMG! He was so young! 46 is only mid-life. So tragic.
No matter how many times I've seen this, and it is a lot, I'm always amazed at Freddie's performance for a man who was so ill. His "I still love you", his final farewell, at the end always brings a tear.
I like also that there is a color version of the recording of the music video, which was filmed in black and white to hide Freddie's appearance. This was the last video... Freddie's "cat jacket" was auctioned in Sotheby's last year, it was designed by Diane Moseley (the same of crown and cape of the "magic tour").
Freddie passed away 33 years ago tomorrow (24th November 91) this video was recorded in the May of that year. I cried like that 33 years ago when I first saw it. Freddie loved his cats, find the song "Delilah" about one of his cats. Much love from England 🏴
Freddie’s “goodbye” to the fans. His last words ever on camera “I still love you”. He was very brave to get up there & do this even though he could barely stand. Remember watching this for the first time the day he died & teared up then & still brings lump to throat even now. 33 years later did I think Freddie & Queen would still be so popular- absolutely not, the sad thing is I think Freddie is more loved & appreciated now than he was when he was alive & he never got to see such acclaim from the wider public. From all accounts he was a wonderful person, generous to a fault & so funny. Which makes it all the more sad how he suffered in his last years & makes me despise the press for how they treated him during that period. This video is emotional - his last video appearance “Mother love” is emotional- his last vocal “The show must go on” is emotional because of the powerful lyrics (quite possibly the best lyrics Brian ever wrote) Other emotional stuff (although Freddie wasn’t sick at the time), “who wants to live forever” & “time waits for no one” I’d also recommend “making of one vision (long version) where you’ll see Freddie’s genius at work
He was so sick, everyone was relieved that the video was filmed and he "survived" the filming. However, Freddie said "No, i can do the ""I love you" better." Because he realized that this would be his final words ever recorded.
Yes, John Deacon is in the Video...on the left, sitting on a stool. Even after all this time, it's a tough watch and that guitar solo from Brian gets me every time but the final message from Freddie " I still love you" is worth the effort. From what I've read, the making of this video was a massive effort for Freddie but he insisted on doing it. It was his good bye to all of us.
One of my favourite quotes from Sir Terry Pratchett's books is "No one is finally dead until the ripples they cause in the world die away." Freddie's music will keep his ripples travelling for eternity. Sleep tight Fred, we still love you.
John IS in the video along with Roger and Freddie. Brian is there too but he wasn't present when the video was recorded. Brian was in the US promoting their last album Innuendo and because of Freddie's illness they couldn't wait for him to return, so John and Roger shot the video with Freddie. Brian's part was shot later and carefully added to it. You really can't see that especially on your first time watching it. Because Freddie's frail appearance it was made in black and white but even that can't really mask how frail Freddie was. But he insisted to appear because he knew it was the last time he will stand in front of the camera and he wanted to say goodbye to his fans. 😢 "I still love you." 💔 Freddie, dear, we still love you and we always will.
I was already crying when you started...then I'm ugly crying. I'm a 64 yo metal head and every song on their last album bring me to tears, knowing we'll never know another soul like his. Musical spirit embodied. RIP
Freddie Mercury was so sick, but still sang his heart out! This was his last video, his goodbye. Also, there's a reason they filmed this in black and white. Watch the color footage and you can see how sick Freddie was. NONE of the bandmates are smiling in this. They KNEW, but the most heartbreaking thing? As sick and in pain as he was, Freddie's smile at that last "I still love you". That's Freddie saying "I know, loves, but life goes on. Be your best selves".
That was probably the most moving reaction to a song I’ve ever seen. Stacey you are a true empath, feelings run through you even though you never really listened to Queen before. Freddie was a true legend and was loved by every single solitary friend, family and fan. R.I.P. Freddie Mercury, the beloved frontman that sang music that will forever live on in beautiful souls like yours. You are loved, and Freddie is definitely looking down and smiling, loving your words and smilies.
Fun fact: This song was written by the drummer Roger Taylor and it was meant to be about his kids and family, but Freddie gave it additional depth that made it so much better. Freddie left this world on his own terms, the last few years of his life him and the rest of the band were very prolific knowing that he didn't have much time left. The album "Innuendo" from 1991 was their last recorded together, and the "Made in Heaven" from 1995 was pretty much band putting instrumental tracks on pre-recorded vocals of Freddie. I strongly recomend "Who wants to live forever", "Innuendo" and "Mother's Love" (The actual last song that he ever sung, halfway through he put down the mike because he was exhausted that day and he never finished it).
Love your True and Honest Reaction💛 Freddie maybe Gone, But He Will Never Be Forgotten❗️ A True, Great Legend of Music and What a Showman, R.I.P Freddie 🙏
The greatest lead singer of any band, any genre, ever. Had everything, fantastic voice that could sing anything, fantastic charisma and stage presence, nobody better. Please watch The Show must Go On.
As sick as he was That Spectacular Voice NEVER Failed him . Watching this always has me in tears knowing we lost the Gift That Freddie was to all of Us
The video was filmed on May 30, 1991. It was Freddie Mercury's last filmed performance, as he died on November 24 of that year. Unreleased backstage footage of the shooting of the video appeared in the Days of our Lives documentary, showing Mercury's deteriorating physical condition (extremely skinny and pale) largely covered up by makeup and colorful attire. Brian May speculated in the documentary that Freddie was "saying his goodbye" in that video, knowing that he would likely not be healthy enough to perform anymore. The song was originally written by Roger Taylor about his children, and how parenthood made him look back on his own life. Inevitably, the song took on new meaning when it was announced that Freddie Mercury had AIDS and knew he was going to die soon when he recorded this. Mercury did not tell the public about his disease until shortly before he died. It's highly likely this was also on Taylor's mind when he wrote the lyrics - Mercury told the band and manager Jim Beach about his AIDS diagnosis in 1987, but ordered them to keep it secret. Brian May described it in the Days of our Lives documentary: "We hid everything. I guess we lied! Because we were trying to protect him." Freddie Mercury made sure the band worked on this song despite his illness. He wanted to make music until he was no longer physically capable, and with the band not touring due to Mercury's health, they spent a lot of their time in the studio working. Mercury insisted on the band giving him music and lyrics, and he would continue to record for as long as his health permitted. His bandmates speculated that recording helped Mercury deal with the illness.
Hi Stacey. I hope you are well. Im a lifelong Queen fan. I first went to a Queen concert in 1974 an not missed a tour since then. Over 50 shows in all. The last tour both Wembley and Knebworth Park. This song breaks my heart. If you ask any Queen fan, at the end when Freddie looks into the camera and says "I still love you." every fan will say that Freddie is saying it to them - personally 😢 I cannot watch this without tearing up. Thank you for another brilliant reaction Stacy. I love your videos. Please, more Queen ❤❤❤
To see the truly mind-blowing strength and love of Freddie, you need to watch, I'M GOING SLIGHTLY MAD. He was so ill during this video that Brian May didn't think they would be able to finish it. But, Freddie got up from he's chair, and refused to stop until it was done. He's Love for music, he's determination and courage shines from him in every single frame. A remarkable man.
I was 13 when Freddie passed, some five years and two days before my other childhood hero, my dear old Dad... Queen was my dad's favourite band, they are still mine... So many memories attached to this video, and this amazing back catalogue,
In 1997, Brian, Roger and John recorded a final Queen song in tribute to Freddie called, No-One But You (Only the Good Die Young). There is no way possible to listen to this song or watch this video without weeping. Please seek it out. RIP Freddie.
It's not fair that Freddie lost his battle for life as he was full of love and joy. He and Queen were outstanding on another level to most. RIP Freddie
@xana5649 that's said with a lot hindsight of what is known this day in age. 35 years ago it was a totally different world. AIDS was still new, deadly, rapidly spreading with very little known.
@rmenzies805 About this time it was thought of as the gay plague. Not another disease that anyone can contract gay or straight, which is the truth and today it can't be cured but can be controlled. The only true protection is to be careful 😉
I remember the news came on that he had died and everyone in school was devastated. He was larger than life and I'm glad i got to experience his music.
I was at primary school and literally everyone was devastated. I remember children sobbing their hearts out during break time. Comforting each other, i'd never seen anything like it. The closest thing was when Princess Diana passed. God bless you.
Freddie is the most courageous man I have ever known in my long live. He filmed the last scene twice. I am glad that Rudi put a filter over the video, Brian said it took hours to put on his make-up.- I have a huge picture when you first enter my house and I look at him and am reminded that all my worries are minimal, he gives me strength. And yes: We still love you ❣
Dear Stacey, just looking at how Freddie was like before getting sick and his final videos is heartbreaking. From a man full of life to a shadow of his former self. How he managed to find the strength (both physically and mentally) to keep pushing barriers and performing is beyond my understanding. Thank you for your very heartfelt reaction to the best ever frontman who stepped on a stage.
John Deacon was there. The way he was playing the bass was reminding me how good the whole band was, a true supergroup. Roger actually wrote this song for his newborn son, but knowing of Freddie’s illness, it evolved and he has said Freddie made it his own and his true good-bye. Roger now sings it in the few concerts they now do, with Adam Lambert as the lead singer.
I'm from the US and the first time I heard Queen, I was a kid. Best music ever. Not a single song was bad. His stage presence was/is unmatched. RIP to a legend, but he still lives through his music.
@@gamerslive1974 I saw Smile and Queen - first Queen was at 8/9 yo was 'dragged along' by my then brother-in-law's brother .. Even then was so special :D
This was his goodbye song to fans that he but in the message "I still love you". I always cry when I hear the song. Thanks for playing this beautiful song!
Hi. I am British and I live in England. I was lucky enough to see Queen in concert in 1986. I was 20 years old and a Big fan already but to see Freddie made my love for Queen grow more. When he died a little bit of me died too. I can honestly say that everyone who knew him feels the same and makes us all be a part of Freddie. Love your Chanel and hope to see more Queen. ❤❤
I was 23 years old when Freddie passed in 1991. I heard the news on the radio that day and it was a huge shock, as his illness had been kept secret. I’m almost 57 years old now and I still mourn Freddie’s loss. Queen’s music was the soundtrack of my youth and still a big part of my life… Thank you for appreciating it, Stacey ❤
The way you show the compasion for music and to our dear Freddie is simply perfect,you got youself a new subscriber here ,you are the real deal . Love you forever Freddie
I'm 50 and Freddie Mercury and Neil Peart are the two rock deahhs that hurt my soul the most. Queen and Rush mean so much to me and i am so thankful the music is there to carry on forever.
Thank you for this video, a day before Freddie's anniversary. Every year on November 24th, I listen to the entire Innuendo album.😢 Greetings from Germany
Freddie was so ill during the making of this video, took all his energy but he ploughed on as he had sung 'the show must go on' .. from another track. (also very sad) I also remember one of his tracks 'The miracle' released before the public knew of Freddie's condition. The music press slated it, lyrics like 'Sunday mornings with a cup of tea it's a miracle' they mocked Yet to this dying man aware he was on very limited time all these things were precious and indeed a miracle to him and that we all should appreciate even the little miracles of life. Bless you Freddie R.I.P ❤
Deacon was all the way on the left of Freddie , but they showed him at times. Freddie passed away almost 4 months later, he lost part of his foot and went blind by then. He couldn’t sing anymore, even though he still had music and love of beauty inside of him, one of his close people around him at the end said. “Lover of life, singer of songs”. Yes, I admire and love Freddie even more knowing how STRONG and how much of a class act he was at the end, never complaining, never feeling sorry for himself, never blaming anyone, worrying about his friends and loved ones more than himself. Caring, loving and generous to the end. 💔❤❤❤
'Sweet Mother Love' was his last recording and he was so ill that he had to leave before recording the last verse. He never returned and Brian sang the last verse so that they could release the song. RIP Freddie, you are always with us.
Don't be sad that Freddie is no longer with us, just be happy we can still remember the phenomenal music he and the rest of Queen gave to the world. Freddie passed away the day I was due to start work for the first time, it hit me real hard. Freddie is gone and will be greatly missed but never forgotten and thanks to UA-cam, younger people like yourself can enjoy and react to their awesome music. There's plenty more of Queen for you to enjoy Stacey.
Stacey, you are such a wonderful soul. I hope life never changes the best parts of you became you are what the world needs. Queen, as we're many others, so good back in the day. Times were difficult for people even that but people made their way through them, together. We listened to great music, had fun and loved. People had tougher skin too and knew the difference between a joke and real meanness. Queens music was, in many ways, like no other and one of the many things that made them popular. You'll find there were singers then who became astronomical stars in their own right and for the right reasons, people who reached such highest and touched the hearts of so many. It's definitely not something you see so much of today and definitely not to such stardom and popularity. It didn't matter what genre of music you were into, each had their own top performers and people got along. Such great times with wonderful memories. Music and film were something special! A great reaction video. Have a fantastic day, take care! ❤
These are the days of our lives Is truly a beautiful song. And I believe it was Freddies goodbye to his fans and friends very sad indeed rest in peace Freddie Mercury ❤
Thank you Stacey for a Beautiful reaction to These are the days of our lives sung BEAUTIFULLY by Freddie Mercury with the support we Brian, Roger and John. TRULY MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN ❤. Looking forward to your next reaction video Stacey.
Thank you for this emotive reaction. You're right, we still love him and we will always love him. At his weakest moment, the strength that shone through him has always inspired me. Freddie will live in our hearts forever!
Hello Stacey I just discovered your Channel last night watch your Rush ones I'm glad you enjoyed them about an hour away from where you're from, what's Freddy it was 5 months ago so I didn't want to leave a comment there so I'm going to be in binge watch this weekend all your Queens, and your reaction to live aid what's incredible and enjoyable but I kind of got upset when you kept her apologizing for crying and a sweet one at that , cuz that was your true reaction I was crying alone with you, I've seen a lot of reactions to Live aid yours was the best by far 💗 I'm not going to watch your those are the days of our lives,I want to watch them in order, I see them live in 87 in Toronto Ontario, it was incredible,❤ and I'm going to subscribe to your Channel right now
I'm 55 years old and have been a Queen fan since the age of 10. Was lucky to see them live 3 times. When I watch this video it still makes me feel sad. Love watching your reactions. John Deacon was in the video, Brian filmed his section separately as he was on tour. You are right this was Freddie saying goodbye to his fans
Freddie was incredibly brave .as this was the very last appearance in this music video but the band members of the queen gathered around him and kept working.with him at his request,until near the end ❤
I was 14 when I bought my first ever single, Bohemian Rhapsody. I would kick it out from my bedroom window across the park for the world to hear. Obviously, it has been carved into my mind for my entire life. It was my first ever single ... I watch lots of streamers reacting to British music. You are top of the list, lady. I love your passion for music, I also love your facial expressions, your emotions, and let's not forget your beauty. You've just made a grown man cry ... again ! Btw, my first ever album ? Elton John, Captain Fantastic and the Dirt Brown Cowboy, now that's a title !!!
Hi Stacey. In 20 days I'll be 59. Queen was one of the bands that accompanied me during my adolescence. Every time I watch this video I can't help but shed a tear. It takes me back to those days when, even if we denied it, we knew Freddy was leaving us. I send you a kiss. Claudio, from Córdoba, Argentina.
You gave one the most real, personal reaction.....Im 51 and remember Queen , i've seen them, you see and feel what Freddie and the band want you to understand......you should be VERY proud !
Yes, John is there in this video...he was the only band mate that could not bring himelf to see Freddie in his last days. Queen was his safe space during his illness. This was his goodbye, with a beautiful touch.
"Mother Love" was his last recorded performance. But he did not return to the studio the next day because was unable to sing the last verse so Brian finished it for him.
My best friend died same year as Freddie ... I will never forget him, he was the sweetest guy ... only 35 yrs💔 listening to this tonight thinking of him.
One of the hardest things in life is watching the ones we love wither away from Illnesses, we all miss you Freddie, miss you Brian my brother Oct.7/2019❤
Freddie's last line "I still love you" was the last line we saw on camera from Freddie. The parting address to the world from a masterful, legendary and immortal vocalist.
Great reaction to one of Queen's most melancholy songs and videos. Still breaks my heart a bit and I still tear up. John Deacon is in the video in several places, but as the most reserved and retiring of the band he never really was one to want to spend much time in front of the camera. After Freddie passed away he did only a few more performances (IIRC) with the band and he was obviously uncomfortable and pretty much chain smoking cigarettes before the performances, and after the last performance he told Brian and Roger that he couldn't do it again. I understand that he's still very involved with the band's business and is involved in the financial decisions and legacy decisions, like approving the movie made about the band, but he really never seemed comfortable on stage and in public without the bulwark of Freddie's personality to kind of hide behind. As someone who often feels very awkward in social situations unless I have close friends to hide behind/prop me up, I can understand that. He has basically become a recluse, and I can understand that too. Other Queen songs I think you should react to: Seven Seas of Rye: Another song like Killer Queen that doesn't go on long enough. Very upbeat! Teo Torriate: Another great somewhat melancholy song like this one, but from much earlier in their history. You're My Best Friend: A wonderfully happy song written by John Deacon for and about his wife Veronica who he has been married to since 1975. 🙂
I knew you were gonna react to this song, seeing as several people I saw in the comments of previous videos requested it. I love this song despite the sad undertone. I’ve been watching your videos reacting to Queen songs, and I’ve enjoyed them, especially the live aid performance. I knew this song was gonna hit hard for you, but I’m glad you reacted to it. I hope you’re having yourself a lovely day. Definitely am glad to have been enjoying your reactions to Queen lately ❤ Also, John was in the video. If I remember correctly, Freddie, Roger and John were present to record most of the shots in the music video, but Brian at the time was busy with something. But sometime later (a month or so, I can’t recall at the moment), he showed up to record his parts. He was edited in the wide shot of the entire band near the end of the video, which was nice to give a final view of the band members together
😢Can't help tearing up it's a long time now since i listened to this, it also takes me back when me and my sisters lost our dear Mum 😢. The reason they filmed in black and white was to help minimise how frail Freddie was at the time of recording to help reduce the shock to fans when watching the video. But when the video came out of the making of these are the days of our lives in colour it really shows how ill and frail Freddie really was. R. I. P.
Freddie was so ill when this was filmed, but like a great professional, he got up and sang this remarkable song. I think this was the last track he recorded before he passed on. His voice was still incredible, even with him being so ill. God bless Freddie Mercury. ❤❤
I have commented on your videos for a while. You mirror my emotions on all these tracks. I don't have a friend who remotely gets this emotional intelligence stuff...so I look forward to sharing these tracks with you. I think that many people, wherever (or whoever) they may be can escape their world and live in a better one...where there's no judgement, just people who share a love of their favourite music and can shed a tear or two in solidarity. You provide that. Well done.
One of my favorite things that I derive from watching reaction videos is to see people who clearly have good hearts. You clearly are one of them. In a world that seems so harsh and uncaring these days you help maintain my hope that good people will eventually prevail.
A very heartfelt song written by Roger Taylor (drums) of Queen... Apparently, it was written to Freddie Mercury, knowing he was ill and would be gone soon... Roger and Freddie knew each other before Queen got together and said he was feeling melancholy and wanted to write something positive about the present. Roger Taylor sang 'These are the days of our lives' ... recently on tour w/ his son Rufus Taylor playing the drums. John Deacon (bass) was in the music video. He was playing bass...
You are the most ausome music reactor there is or will ever be. Listening to your voice is so calming , and your way of understanding the meaning after hearing the song just one time? You are a sweetheart
Every single time I listen to this song I cry... not only because of Freddie (RIP), but also because it makes me think of my father who I lost in 2020 due to illness (he suffered Parkinson's for nearly 20 years). RIP Papá, love you forever. ❤
Another wonderful Queen review Stacey. Happy Freddie Day for tomorrow. It’s 33 years ago tomorrow (24/11/91) since we lost Freddie. He’s gone from this world, but will never ever be forgotten. Legends never die. R.I.P. FREDDIE ❤
Been a big Queen fan for around 45 years. I'm now 50. Today marks 33 years since Freddies passing. I've never been able to watch this video without crying every time. Freddie was a musical genius, showman and all out entertainer. RIP Freddie a true legend ❤️❤️❤️
Being a massive Queen fan from around 74 through to the day Freddie died, it took me about 3 years before I could watch this Video without the eyes welling up and a lump in the throat, the music industry lost a great man and has never been the same without him.
As a Queen fan who actually attended 6 live Queen concerts in the 1970-80s this is still heartbreaking to watch,Freddie’s very last vocal song called ( Mother Love) he was to ill to finish the last verse so Brian May completed it,but Freddie’s vocals in the first verse are amazing,check out Mother Love! Great reaction thanks 🙏
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Don't cry because he died'
Smile because He was born..
Perfectly said 😇
for sure,the world would be different,without "bohemian", "we will rock you" and "we are the champions"
Why not cry? It's already a forgone conclusion that we are grateful he was born.
Because he lived and how he lived
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I'm a 50 years old Queen fan and also a metalhead, but whenever I watch this music video I couldn't help but shed a tear. RIP, Freddie Mercury. Gone too soon.
Same.
Yep, me too. Breaks my heart. To see the heartache on the faces of the rest of the band just gets me.
Me too
Me too. God love him.
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Same. Massive Queen fan since about 12. I also remember being 17 when Freddie passed away at 46 and thinking "well he was old and had a good life". Now I'm 50 and OMG! He was so young! 46 is only mid-life. So tragic.
No matter how many times I've seen this, and it is a lot, I'm always amazed at Freddie's performance for a man who was so ill. His "I still love you", his final farewell, at the end always brings a tear.
I like also that there is a color version of the recording of the music video, which was filmed in black and white to hide Freddie's appearance. This was the last video... Freddie's "cat jacket" was auctioned in Sotheby's last year, it was designed by Diane Moseley (the same of crown and cape of the "magic tour").
Freddie passed away 33 years ago tomorrow (24th November 91) this video was recorded in the May of that year. I cried like that 33 years ago when I first saw it. Freddie loved his cats, find the song "Delilah" about one of his cats. Much love from England 🏴
I really love Delilah, such a cute song about Freddie's beloved cat that made him happy when he was dying. Lots of love from Poland 🇵🇱
Deacon was there. He was sitting on a stool next to Freddie
Also Cool Cat is amazing
Wow! 33 years ago! Some people bring such a positive impact to others that they should be allowed to live forever...
Am I right in saying that the song wasn't released until after Freddie's death? He was so ill when he made this video. What a legend RIP❤
Freddie’s “goodbye” to the fans. His last words ever on camera “I still love you”. He was very brave to get up there & do this even though he could barely stand. Remember watching this for the first time the day he died & teared up then & still brings lump to throat even now.
33 years later did I think Freddie & Queen would still be so popular- absolutely not, the sad thing is I think Freddie is more loved & appreciated now than he was when he was alive & he never got to see such acclaim from the wider public.
From all accounts he was a wonderful person, generous to a fault & so funny. Which makes it all the more sad how he suffered in his last years & makes me despise the press for how they treated him during that period.
This video is emotional - his last video appearance
“Mother love” is emotional- his last vocal
“The show must go on” is emotional because of the powerful lyrics (quite possibly the best lyrics Brian ever wrote)
Other emotional stuff (although Freddie wasn’t sick at the time), “who wants to live forever” & “time waits for no one”
I’d also recommend “making of one vision (long version) where you’ll see Freddie’s genius at work
He was so sick, everyone was relieved that the video was filmed and he "survived" the filming.
However, Freddie said "No, i can do the ""I love you" better." Because he realized that this would be his final words ever recorded.
Yes, John Deacon is in the Video...on the left, sitting on a stool. Even after all this time, it's a tough watch and that guitar solo from Brian gets me every time but the final message from Freddie " I still love you" is worth the effort. From what I've read, the making of this video was a massive effort for Freddie but he insisted on doing it. It was his good bye to all of us.
But she was sort of right - Deacon wasn't actually present at the recording; he was added afterwards to the footage
One of my favourite quotes from Sir Terry Pratchett's books is "No one is finally dead until the ripples they cause in the world die away." Freddie's music will keep his ripples travelling for eternity. Sleep tight Fred, we still love you.
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John IS in the video along with Roger and Freddie. Brian is there too but he wasn't present when the video was recorded. Brian was in the US promoting their last album Innuendo and because of Freddie's illness they couldn't wait for him to return, so John and Roger shot the video with Freddie. Brian's part was shot later and carefully added to it.
You really can't see that especially on your first time watching it. Because Freddie's frail appearance it was made in black and white but even that can't really mask how frail Freddie was. But he insisted to appear because he knew it was the last time he will stand in front of the camera and he wanted to say goodbye to his fans. 😢
"I still love you." 💔
Freddie, dear, we still love you and we always will.
It never, ever gets “easier” to watch this one. But what a gift it is.
I was already crying when you started...then I'm ugly crying.
I'm a 64 yo metal head and every song on their last album bring me to tears, knowing we'll never know another soul like his. Musical spirit embodied. RIP
The “I still love you,” kills me every time.
Freddie Mercury was so sick, but still sang his heart out! This was his last video, his goodbye.
Also, there's a reason they filmed this in black and white. Watch the color footage and you can see how sick Freddie was. NONE of the bandmates are smiling in this. They KNEW, but the most heartbreaking thing? As sick and in pain as he was, Freddie's smile at that last "I still love you". That's Freddie saying "I know, loves, but life goes on. Be your best selves".
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That was probably the most moving reaction to a song I’ve ever seen. Stacey you are a true empath, feelings run through you even though you never really listened to Queen before. Freddie was a true legend and was loved by every single solitary friend, family and fan. R.I.P. Freddie Mercury, the beloved frontman that sang music that will forever live on in beautiful souls like yours. You are loved, and Freddie is definitely looking down and smiling, loving your words and smilies.
Fun fact: This song was written by the drummer Roger Taylor and it was meant to be about his kids and family, but Freddie gave it additional depth that made it so much better.
Freddie left this world on his own terms, the last few years of his life him and the rest of the band were very prolific knowing that he didn't have much time left. The album "Innuendo" from 1991 was their last recorded together, and the "Made in Heaven" from 1995 was pretty much band putting instrumental tracks on pre-recorded vocals of Freddie.
I strongly recomend "Who wants to live forever", "Innuendo" and "Mother's Love" (The actual last song that he ever sung, halfway through he put down the mike because he was exhausted that day and he never finished it).
She had already listened to the song "Innuendo".
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@Добро21 oh, thank you ❤️
No rock star was and is so universally loved than Freddie. RIP Buddy! 🤩
Freddie was such a sweet, kind man and he loved his fans and his fur babies with all his heart. The love and song will last forever! 👑🥀🕊
Love your True and Honest Reaction💛
Freddie maybe Gone, But He Will Never Be Forgotten❗️
A True, Great Legend of Music and What a Showman, R.I.P Freddie 🙏
Stacey melts my heart.
Your precious tears pay a loving tribute to the memory of FREDDIE 🌺
The greatest lead singer of any band, any genre, ever. Had everything, fantastic voice that could sing anything, fantastic charisma and stage presence, nobody better. Please watch The Show must Go On.
The show must go on is pure Freddie!!
As sick as he was That Spectacular Voice NEVER Failed him . Watching this always has me in tears knowing we lost the Gift That Freddie was to all of Us
The video was filmed on May 30, 1991. It was Freddie Mercury's last filmed performance, as he died on November 24 of that year. Unreleased backstage footage of the shooting of the video appeared in the Days of our Lives documentary, showing Mercury's deteriorating physical condition (extremely skinny and pale) largely covered up by makeup and colorful attire. Brian May speculated in the documentary that Freddie was "saying his goodbye" in that video, knowing that he would likely not be healthy enough to perform anymore.
The song was originally written by Roger Taylor about his children, and how parenthood made him look back on his own life. Inevitably, the song took on new meaning when it was announced that Freddie Mercury had AIDS and knew he was going to die soon when he recorded this.
Mercury did not tell the public about his disease until shortly before he died. It's highly likely this was also on Taylor's mind when he wrote the lyrics - Mercury told the band and manager Jim Beach about his AIDS diagnosis in 1987, but ordered them to keep it secret. Brian May described it in the Days of our Lives documentary: "We hid everything. I guess we lied! Because we were trying to protect him."
Freddie Mercury made sure the band worked on this song despite his illness. He wanted to make music until he was no longer physically capable, and with the band not touring due to Mercury's health, they spent a lot of their time in the studio working. Mercury insisted on the band giving him music and lyrics, and he would continue to record for as long as his health permitted. His bandmates speculated that recording helped Mercury deal with the illness.
Yes we still love Freddie. RIP Fred.
Hi Stacey. I hope you are well.
Im a lifelong Queen fan. I first went to a Queen concert in 1974 an not missed a tour since then. Over 50 shows in all. The last tour both Wembley and Knebworth Park. This song breaks my heart. If you ask any Queen fan, at the end when Freddie looks into the camera and says "I still love you." every fan will say that Freddie is saying it to them - personally 😢
I cannot watch this without tearing up.
Thank you for another brilliant reaction Stacy. I love your videos. Please, more Queen ❤❤❤
To see the truly mind-blowing strength and love of Freddie, you need to watch, I'M GOING SLIGHTLY MAD. He was so ill during this video that Brian May didn't think they would be able to finish it. But, Freddie got up from he's chair, and refused to stop until it was done. He's Love for music, he's determination and courage shines from him in every single frame. A remarkable man.
I was 13 when Freddie passed, some five years and two days before my other childhood hero, my dear old Dad... Queen was my dad's favourite band, they are still mine... So many memories attached to this video, and this amazing back catalogue,
I just love the way Stacey says exactly what I’m thinking & feeling
Beautiful reaction from a young lady with a beautiful soul, Freddy has touched so many millions of us around the world. RIP
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In 1997, Brian, Roger and John recorded a final Queen song in tribute to Freddie called, No-One But You (Only the Good Die Young). There is no way possible to listen to this song or watch this video without weeping. Please seek it out. RIP Freddie.
33 years later and those last words spoken by Freddie are still truly heartbreaking
Now at 67, Queen was the soundtrack of my youth. Always a massive Queen fan - yep, we still love him. Loves of love from the UK 💗
It's not fair that Freddie lost his battle for life as he was full of love and joy.
He and Queen were outstanding on another level to most.
RIP Freddie
@xana5649 we know that. Take that shit elsewhere.
@xana5649 that's said with a lot hindsight of what is known this day in age. 35 years ago it was a totally different world. AIDS was still new, deadly, rapidly spreading with very little known.
@rmenzies805
About this time it was thought of as the gay plague. Not another disease that anyone can contract gay or straight, which is the truth and today it can't be cured but can be controlled.
The only true protection is to be careful 😉
You've got Such a Beautiful Heart Beautiful Woman!!❤.. R.I.P. Freddie!!
Absolutely she does. Bless her.
I remember the news came on that he had died and everyone in school was devastated. He was larger than life and I'm glad i got to experience his music.
I was at primary school and literally everyone was devastated. I remember children sobbing their hearts out during break time. Comforting each other, i'd never seen anything like it. The closest thing was when Princess Diana passed. God bless you.
Hi Stacey. Thank you for your kind and loving words for Freddie. Yes, you are right.
Freddie is the most courageous man I have ever known in my long live. He filmed the last scene twice. I am glad that Rudi put a filter over the video, Brian said it took hours to put on his make-up.- I have a huge picture when you first enter my house and I look at him and am reminded that all my worries are minimal, he gives me strength. And yes: We still love you ❣
Dear Stacey, just looking at how Freddie was like before getting sick and his final videos is heartbreaking. From a man full of life to a shadow of his former self. How he managed to find the strength (both physically and mentally) to keep pushing barriers and performing is beyond my understanding. Thank you for your very heartfelt reaction to the best ever frontman who stepped on a stage.
John Deacon was there. The way he was playing the bass was reminding me how good the whole band was, a true supergroup. Roger actually wrote this song for his newborn son, but knowing of Freddie’s illness, it evolved and he has said Freddie made it his own and his true good-bye. Roger now sings it in the few concerts they now do, with Adam Lambert as the lead singer.
Im 68yrs old from Scotland first time i heard Queen 1973/4 i was hooked great front man rip Freddie
I'm from the US and the first time I heard Queen, I was a kid. Best music ever. Not a single song was bad. His stage presence was/is unmatched. RIP to a legend, but he still lives through his music.
@@gamerslive1974 I saw Smile and Queen - first Queen was at 8/9 yo was 'dragged along' by my then brother-in-law's brother .. Even then was so special :D
This was his goodbye song to fans that he but in the message "I still love you". I always cry when I hear the song. Thanks for playing this beautiful song!
💔
Hi.
I am British and I live in England.
I was lucky enough to see Queen in concert in 1986. I was 20 years old and a Big fan already but to see Freddie made my love for Queen grow more. When he died a little bit of me died too. I can honestly say that everyone who knew him feels the same and makes us all be a part of Freddie.
Love your Chanel and hope to see more Queen. ❤❤
I was 23 years old when Freddie passed in 1991. I heard the news on the radio that day and it was a huge shock, as his illness had been kept secret. I’m almost 57 years old now and I still mourn Freddie’s loss. Queen’s music was the soundtrack of my youth and still a big part of my life… Thank you for appreciating it, Stacey ❤
I'm 57 years old too. I was lucky enough to see them live a couple of times in the 1980s. Such an awesome (and loud!) experience.
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I saw queen twice I’m 63 now I was 14 when I discovered queen the day Freddie died I cried 🥹
@anthonytaylor5705 My sister bought Sheer Heart Attack when I was 13. I nicked it and played it to death. Still my favourite Queen album!
Stone cold crazy blew me away it had to be played loud though
Don’t cry stacey.. you’re too beautiful to be emotional.. I miss Freddie even today too.😭😭😭
Thank you Stacey, from the bottom of my ❤, for this emotional reaction to QUEEN! Rest in peace dear FREDDIE!!
This was Freddie's good bye song. Thank you for all the great memories freddie you will never be forgotten
R.I.P FREDDIE GOD BLESS
The way you show the compasion for music and to our dear Freddie is simply perfect,you got youself a new subscriber here ,you are the real deal . Love you forever Freddie
I'm 50 and Freddie Mercury and Neil Peart are the two rock deahhs that hurt my soul the most. Queen and Rush mean so much to me and i am so thankful the music is there to carry on forever.
I'm now 66 and yes those are the two that felt like a friend I'd had lost.
We Love all Freddie and Queen ! We Missed him all Queen fans and the rest!! Best Song and Voice to Freddie
Thank you for this video, a day before Freddie's anniversary.
Every year on November 24th, I listen to the entire Innuendo album.😢
Greetings from Germany
Oh wow I didn’t know tomorrow was his anniversary… crazy timing
Freddie was so ill during the making of this video, took all his energy but he ploughed on as he had sung 'the show must go on' ..
from another track. (also very sad)
I also remember one of his tracks 'The miracle' released before the public knew of Freddie's condition.
The music press slated it, lyrics like 'Sunday mornings with a cup of tea it's a miracle' they mocked Yet to this dying man aware he was on very limited time all these things were precious and indeed a miracle to him and that we all should appreciate even the little miracles of life.
Bless you Freddie R.I.P ❤
Deacon was all the way on the left of Freddie , but they showed him at times. Freddie passed away almost 4 months later, he lost part of his foot and went blind by then. He couldn’t sing anymore, even though he still had music and love of beauty inside of him, one of his close people around him at the end said. “Lover of life, singer of songs”. Yes, I admire and love Freddie even more knowing how STRONG and how much of a class act he was at the end, never complaining, never feeling sorry for himself, never blaming anyone, worrying about his friends and loved ones more than himself. Caring, loving and generous to the end. 💔❤❤❤
'Sweet Mother Love' was his last recording and he was so ill that he had to leave before recording the last verse. He never returned and Brian sang the last verse so that they could release the song. RIP Freddie, you are always with us.
It's just call mother love
R.I.P. Freddie...the greatest and the bravest. Sorely missed.
Don't be sad that Freddie is no longer with us, just be happy we can still remember the phenomenal music he and the rest of Queen gave to the world. Freddie passed away the day I was due to start work for the first time, it hit me real hard. Freddie is gone and will be greatly missed but never forgotten and thanks to UA-cam, younger people like yourself can enjoy and react to their awesome music. There's plenty more of Queen for you to enjoy Stacey.
Stacey, you are such a wonderful soul.
I hope life never changes the best parts of you became you are what the world needs.
Queen, as we're many others, so good back in the day.
Times were difficult for people even that but people made their way through them, together.
We listened to great music, had fun and loved.
People had tougher skin too and knew the difference between a joke and real meanness.
Queens music was, in many ways, like no other and one of the many things that made them popular.
You'll find there were singers then who became astronomical stars in their own right and for the right reasons, people who reached such highest and touched the hearts of so many.
It's definitely not something you see so much of today and definitely not to such stardom and popularity.
It didn't matter what genre of music you were into, each had their own top performers and people got along.
Such great times with wonderful memories.
Music and film were something special!
A great reaction video.
Have a fantastic day, take care! ❤
Filmed in black & white seems to make the song even sadder......❤
These are the days of our lives Is truly a beautiful song.
And I believe it was Freddies goodbye to his fans and friends very sad indeed rest in peace Freddie Mercury ❤
Hard to watch like some things in life but he did it a brave man greatest showman of all time WHO WANTS TO LIVE FOREVER
Yes , John Deacon was in the video several times. RIP Freddie
Thank you Stacey for a Beautiful reaction to These are the days of our lives sung BEAUTIFULLY by Freddie Mercury with the support we Brian, Roger and John. TRULY MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN ❤. Looking forward to your next reaction video Stacey.
Thank you for this emotive reaction. You're right, we still love him and we will always love him. At his weakest moment, the strength that shone through him has always inspired me. Freddie will live in our hearts forever!
Hello Stacey I just discovered your Channel last night watch your Rush ones I'm glad you enjoyed them about an hour away from where you're from, what's Freddy it was 5 months ago so I didn't want to leave a comment there so I'm going to be in binge watch this weekend all your Queens, and your reaction to live aid what's incredible and enjoyable but I kind of got upset when you kept her apologizing for crying and a sweet one at that , cuz that was your true reaction I was crying alone with you, I've seen a lot of reactions to Live aid yours was the best by far 💗 I'm not going to watch your those are the days of our lives,I want to watch them in order, I see them live in 87 in Toronto Ontario, it was incredible,❤ and I'm going to subscribe to your Channel right now
The last thing Freddie said on film was this. “I still love you” it was perfect and emotional.
I'm 55 years old and have been a Queen fan since the age of 10. Was lucky to see them live 3 times. When I watch this video it still makes me feel sad. Love watching your reactions. John Deacon was in the video, Brian filmed his section separately as he was on tour. You are right this was Freddie saying goodbye to his fans
How could you have seen them live ?? You must have been 9 years old. Lol
I have seen this video hundreds of times and it always brings tears. We still love you Freddie
Yes - John was in the video. Great reaction, Stacey. 😊
Freddie was incredibly brave .as this was the very last appearance in this music video but the band members of the queen gathered around him and kept working.with him at his request,until near the end ❤
Thanks for helping bring Freddie & Queen to future fans. They willl live forever & we still love him /them.❤
I love how u talk about him. You have a big beautiful heart. There was no one before or since like Freddie
I can't watch this music video without tearing up. one for the good times of my childhood and 2 for the loss of Freddie. This song is powerfull
Freddie, the man, may have died way back in 1991, but Freddie, the legend, lives on.
so true
I was 14 when I bought my first ever single, Bohemian Rhapsody. I would kick it out from my bedroom window across the park for the world to hear. Obviously, it has been carved into my mind for my entire life. It was my first ever single ...
I watch lots of streamers reacting to British music. You are top of the list, lady.
I love your passion for music, I also love your facial expressions, your emotions, and let's not forget your beauty.
You've just made a grown man cry ... again !
Btw, my first ever album ?
Elton John, Captain Fantastic and the Dirt Brown Cowboy, now that's a title !!!
Hi Stacey. In 20 days I'll be 59. Queen was one of the bands that accompanied me during my adolescence. Every time I watch this video I can't help but shed a tear. It takes me back to those days when, even if we denied it, we knew Freddy was leaving us. I send you a kiss. Claudio, from Córdoba, Argentina.
You gave one the most real, personal reaction.....Im 51 and remember Queen , i've seen them, you see and feel what Freddie and the band want you to understand......you should be VERY proud !
Yes, John is there in this video...he was the only band mate that could not bring himelf to see Freddie in his last days. Queen was his safe space during his illness. This was his goodbye, with a beautiful touch.
"Mother Love" was his last recorded performance. But he did not return to the studio the next day because was unable to sing the last verse so Brian finished it for him.
My best friend died same year as Freddie ... I will never forget him, he was the sweetest guy ... only 35 yrs💔 listening to this tonight thinking of him.
The guitar solo is so incredibly emotional.😔 It's nice to see that the “old” music also touches the younger generation.😌
One of the hardest things in life is watching the ones we love wither away from Illnesses, we all miss you Freddie, miss you Brian my brother Oct.7/2019❤
Well done for playing this i knew you would be emotional but give him great appreciation ❤
Freddie's last line "I still love you" was the last line we saw on camera from Freddie. The parting address to the world from a masterful, legendary and immortal vocalist.
Great reaction to one of Queen's most melancholy songs and videos. Still breaks my heart a bit and I still tear up.
John Deacon is in the video in several places, but as the most reserved and retiring of the band he never really was one to want to spend much time in front of the camera. After Freddie passed away he did only a few more performances (IIRC) with the band and he was obviously uncomfortable and pretty much chain smoking cigarettes before the performances, and after the last performance he told Brian and Roger that he couldn't do it again. I understand that he's still very involved with the band's business and is involved in the financial decisions and legacy decisions, like approving the movie made about the band, but he really never seemed comfortable on stage and in public without the bulwark of Freddie's personality to kind of hide behind. As someone who often feels very awkward in social situations unless I have close friends to hide behind/prop me up, I can understand that. He has basically become a recluse, and I can understand that too.
Other Queen songs I think you should react to:
Seven Seas of Rye: Another song like Killer Queen that doesn't go on long enough. Very upbeat!
Teo Torriate: Another great somewhat melancholy song like this one, but from much earlier in their history.
You're My Best Friend: A wonderfully happy song written by John Deacon for and about his wife Veronica who he has been married to since 1975. 🙂
Bless your heart,you put a tear in my eye watching this reaction 😢❤
I knew you were gonna react to this song, seeing as several people I saw in the comments of previous videos requested it. I love this song despite the sad undertone. I’ve been watching your videos reacting to Queen songs, and I’ve enjoyed them, especially the live aid performance. I knew this song was gonna hit hard for you, but I’m glad you reacted to it. I hope you’re having yourself a lovely day. Definitely am glad to have been enjoying your reactions to Queen lately ❤
Also, John was in the video. If I remember correctly, Freddie, Roger and John were present to record most of the shots in the music video, but Brian at the time was busy with something. But sometime later (a month or so, I can’t recall at the moment), he showed up to record his parts. He was edited in the wide shot of the entire band near the end of the video, which was nice to give a final view of the band members together
😢Can't help tearing up it's a long time now since i listened to this, it also takes me back when me and my sisters lost our dear Mum 😢. The reason they filmed in black and white was to help minimise how frail Freddie was at the time of recording to help reduce the shock to fans when watching the video. But when the video came out of the making of these are the days of our lives in colour it really shows how ill and frail Freddie really was. R. I. P.
Follow this up with The Show must go on, Queen are just one of the greatest bands ever, no question
Freddie was so ill when this was filmed, but like a great professional, he got up and sang this remarkable song.
I think this was the last track he recorded before he passed on.
His voice was still incredible, even with him being so ill.
God bless Freddie Mercury. ❤❤
John Deacon was here all the time, as always he kept himself in the back, most humble human being I've ever witnessed. What a soul...
I have commented on your videos for a while. You mirror my emotions on all these tracks. I don't have a friend who remotely gets this emotional intelligence stuff...so I look forward to sharing these tracks with you. I think that many people, wherever (or whoever) they may be can escape their world and live in a better one...where there's no judgement, just people who share a love of their favourite music and can shed a tear or two in solidarity. You provide that. Well done.
Freddie passed away but he'll never die.
He was in so much pain when he did this,he said the show must go on darlings! Grew up with queen,so miss freddie,as usual,this made me cry ❤️
One of my favorite things that I derive from watching reaction videos is to see people who clearly have good hearts. You clearly are one of them. In a world that seems so harsh and uncaring these days you help maintain my hope that good people will eventually prevail.
A very heartfelt song written by Roger Taylor (drums) of Queen... Apparently, it was written to Freddie Mercury, knowing he was ill and would be gone soon... Roger and Freddie knew each other before Queen got together and said he was feeling melancholy and wanted to write something positive about the present.
Roger Taylor sang 'These are the days of our lives' ... recently on tour w/ his son Rufus Taylor playing the drums.
John Deacon (bass) was in the music video. He was playing bass...
You are the most ausome music reactor there is or will ever be. Listening to your voice is so calming , and your way of understanding the meaning after hearing the song just one time? You are a sweetheart
Every single time I listen to this song I cry... not only because of Freddie (RIP), but also because it makes me think of my father who I lost in 2020 due to illness (he suffered Parkinson's for nearly 20 years). RIP Papá, love you forever. ❤
Another wonderful Queen review Stacey.
Happy Freddie Day for tomorrow. It’s 33 years ago tomorrow (24/11/91) since we lost Freddie. He’s gone from this world, but will never ever be forgotten.
Legends never die. R.I.P. FREDDIE ❤
This makes me so sad. He was a showman to the end. Miss you Freddie. Thanks for saying goodbye to us. RIP
Been a big Queen fan for around 45 years. I'm now 50. Today marks 33 years since Freddies passing. I've never been able to watch this video without crying every time. Freddie was a musical genius, showman and all out entertainer. RIP Freddie a true legend ❤️❤️❤️
Being a massive Queen fan from around 74 through to the day Freddie died, it took me about 3 years before I could watch this Video without the eyes welling up and a lump in the throat, the music industry lost a great man and has never been the same without him.
As a Queen fan who actually attended 6 live Queen concerts in the 1970-80s this is still heartbreaking to watch,Freddie’s very last vocal song called ( Mother Love) he was to ill to finish the last verse so Brian May completed it,but Freddie’s vocals in the first verse are amazing,check out Mother Love! Great reaction thanks 🙏
Your reaction, Stacey, sums the whole song up perfectly! (Watch it again, you will see John Deacon sitting on a stool next to Freddie).
RIP Freddie. Love your reaction to this video. So Genuine.
Queen’s most underrated song was “Just one year of Love” from the movie Highlander. Freddie’s voice is at its best.
Absolutely! I've asked Stacey to do a reaction video of that song.