John Farnham - Burn for You LIVE | First Viewing 

Don’t apologise for your emotions. You felt him, not only heard. They wrote that because they miss their wives when touring. He was singing that from his heart and you felt it. My sister, not a John fan, picked one of his songs for our darling mother’s funeral when she passed aged 95 4 years ago. I still get emotional listening to it. John can make you laugh but also touch your soul. He never wanted to live and work in the USA. He wanted to be home here with his wife sons family and friends

When i was kid it was uncool to listen to Johnny Farnham but now that I'm older i can appreciate what a special talent the guy is.

I think it’s a shame, not so much for John, because he’s had enormous success here in Australia, but more for the people who’ve missed out on hearing this amazing man’s talent. Being at one of his concerts is an absolute thrill. I feel so privileged to have witnessed that on a couple of occasions.

Hey Big Guy - no shame letting that song into your soul. It's a beautiful piece of music, beautifully performed. We Aussies have had him in our lives forever and are glad to share him with you.

John is THE VOICE .... A true Aussie Legend

Fun Fact. during the last stages of his tours, when he sang that song, he actually, many times, finished the songs with tears as it was actually written for his wife.

This is by far your best reaction mate . Never apologise for showing your emotions . Everyone has a story & thanks for sharing a little bit of yours . I am really sorry for your loss.

John is the ultimate authentic person. He is incredibly humble. He hasn’t had enough credit….he was well before his time. The world is ready for him now…no the world needs him now.

There was very much an awareness of John in America, and he was very close friends with Olivia Newton John too and has done several songs with her. He is also well known in England. The issue I think is not all of our talent wants to leave Australia permanently and that is the cost I guess of getting known in the US. The US is a very internal star driven type place and to 'make it' there, you basically have to move there and be seen regularly in concerts there. Look at Keith Urban for instance. He made his start in the Australian country music scene winning awards at Tamworth (which is our equivalent of Nashville), but in order for his luck to work in the US, he moved there which was a big deal because he left his parents in Australia and hardly saw them, mainly because he became very famous there and was in demand. John loved Australia too much to leave it and was happy just doing Aussie concerts.

John has filled every arena and stadium in Australia, whilst he didn't seem to make it overseas, he is so loved here in Oz, even at 70 the tickets sell out in hours not days.

John is 70+ now, he's been in the charts here in Australia since he was 16. I heard him sing all his hits live just 2 years ago. He still hit every note and never misses a beat. He's as good today as he was back in his day.

John and two band mates co-wrote Burn for You because they were missing their wives and families while they were on the road performing.

Welcome to the farnsy army! Looks like that song hit a nerve on you. Guaranteed everyone in that arena sang every word with him! (of EVERY song!) He’s our national treasure! 😌 🇦🇺😎

Some groups and performers like the accolades, others like John prefer their family and roots over fame. This was for his wife because just touring Australia he had to be away for long periods - going overseas would have been harder on them all. Hope your burn isn't too bad. Makes you wonder how we all survived the '70's and '80's holding up our lighters at concerts..........no phones with lights back then 📱. Still I don't recall getting a burnt finger - guess we we were more practiced - or the senility is kicking in 😆

While John Farnham is largely unknown to audiences outside of Australia he is still one of the most respected singers in the world. He has collaborated with a staggering array of world-famous musicians over the course of his 50+ year career.

So glad Mike that you now 'get' why John F has such a strong Fan base in Aust. He is a truely nice human being and many of us are so sad that his mate Glenn Wheatley has had to leave us all

A ballad that gets me is John Farnhams ‘The Reason Why’. Completely understand what a song can do to you and the thoughts and memories it can stir.

He could’ve gone international but turned it down because he wanted to stay in Australia.

Thankyou so much for these great reactions brother, we appreciate you. We can tell how much your loving Johns performances. Hope your finger is ok bro. This is probably my favourite song of his, his voice just gives me goosebumps. His voice penetrates our soul. React to his song “a touch of paradise” at this same concert

John has the ability to reach into your soul and smooth out any wrinkles and rough edges.

Chicken soup for the soul mate , another one for your consideration A Touch of Paradise it will tear at your heart strings as well.

400 plus subs well done and thanks for the reaction

Best reaction yet. I'm glad you've joined the Farnsey Army

Wow...honest and pretty raw reaction...but I'm loving your reactions....thank you.

We're at 5mins in...and as an Aussie, I'm tearing up. Bloody onions... Thank you for being honest and emotional...means everything.

I've had the pleasure of catching up with John a few times over the years, funny, honest, down to earth bloke. He's a English chap but, now he's one of own, hell of talented person. Recently lost his long time manager/agent Glenn, who was a Aussie legend in his own right, nuff said 🇭🇲👍

Have had the amazing experience of seeing John in 3 concerts in Perth Western Australia and a highlight was running up to the stage and shaking his hand. Such a humble talented human being with a wonderful voice which is why he is known in Australia as simply "The Voice".

I am totally with you, don’t ever apologise for being emotional. I so love this song and have had the privilege of hearing John perform this live, it still gives me chills.💖💖

He is phenomenal live, just so much range, his timbre and huskiness is beautiful.

So emotional. His concerts take you through every emotion. This brings tears to my eyes. Great reaction

Mate, no worries. We all have that reaction. I’ve been listening to John sing this for about 35 yrs and it still gets that reaction.

It’s such a pleasure to see the joy on your face through these videos. To see someone else falling in love with Johns music is just beautiful to see. Thanks for sharing ☺️

Hey big man its fine to be emotional over this song. Its gets to us all. John is fantastic, an Aussie legend. And an all round good guy!

Sir Tom Jones is a huge fan of John. He tried for so many years to get John to go to the States. John was concerned about the impact it would have on his family. Great reaction mate. Heart on your sleeve as always.

Nice reaction man. It's a beautiful song...

I'm very happy to see Farnsey starting to get some recognition around the US. I think he just always preferred to stick around Australia and perform for his own. I remember reading that he was offered the lead singer position for Queen after Freddy passed away but he turned it down Nonetheless, the world needs more people to hear Farnsey.

We need lots of prayers for John today...he's undergoing cancer surgery today. 🙏🙏🙏

I just love your reaction. I’ve loved John since I was 8 years old. 😘

Seriously watch him and his band sing Love's In Need. So good for the soul 😊

My deepest condolences for your losses. The right music for the right person brings catharsis and moves us all.

This isn't really the type of music I'm into but John can even draw me in, flawless singing with emotion.

Australia has so many amazing singers that due to pure distance are only local. There are some known overseas, like INXS and Men at Work. Go down those rabbit holes. Tina Arena has unequalled pipes on her and is huge in Europe. Like your reactions so far.

Plus that's a great concert to find songs for reactions But in saying that John farnham is just a master at live concerts

This song reminds me of my childhood. I was sooo in love with this song that l will never forget it. I remember listening on repeat on my portable cassette player ( forgot what they were called lol ) l was with my dad in his car travelling to Falls creek to go to the snow. Beautiful 🥰 song

A granny in Australia says...see, bugger can transform his voice into a waterfall, which flows in any direction he wills it to. So bloody proud to share a love for all things Aussie with Mr Farnham.

Beautiful isn't it 💖💖

I was crying right along with you. He is amazing

One his best vocal performence is from a show called the last time. Its from 2003 and the song is called when the war is over. His vocal range is from another planet.

As I think a number of people have already intimated, the reason Farnsy isn't a household word across the music scene outside Oz is simply because he didn't want to be. He traded off the magic roundabout for a real life and has always been content to make his living singing to Australia. If the rest of the world wanted to listen in, then that was a bonus, but he wasn't about to hop a plane to sing for them in person. You can only live one life and he is living his in the way he wants. Hopefully his recovery from this latest challenge will allow him to continue to do so.

This is one of my all time favourite ballads. It pulls on the soul so much. His voice is just so emotional and tender. It is in my top three favourites John Farnham songs. Nice reaction.

Your reaction is my reaction every time I hear this song...The emotion he gets into it is stunning....

Our greatest artist. He just special. Great reaction brother

He played Jesus in Jesus Christ superstar (Arena Version) in Australia! With Kate Cerbrano and Jon Stevens Look it up. It was amazing

I was there for this concert - from the Chain Reaction tour! The song was written by him and his band member Phil Buckle and producer Ross Fraser about being away from home and loved ones while touring.

Authentic reaction, I cried with you. Farnsey has a way to reach inside. I subbed because you let the song run through without the interruptions that other reviewers feel they have to do. John Farnham chose to keep it simple without all the international acclaim. He was a family man and while he had many chances to go abroad with his talent, he refused.

beautiful song, it gets me every time too..

You should listen to john singing Gethesmane live from jesus christ super star ,wonderful

This was the first time I've heard this song and I became very emotional myself. Thought of my late partner and loved ones that have passed away. He is so good!

I just joined the ranks and I'm looking forward to more. You are honest and your humility is endearing. Keep it up. You're an inspiration to us all.

love your reaction, so genuine for our Aussie boy, we certainly did grow up privileged here with our amazingly talented bunch here for our tiny population

John wrote Burn for you for his wife of 50y Jill. Its about him missing her when hes away singing. Its a love song

I am sorry for your loss my brother. Thank you for listening and appreciating our Farnsey. You have no reason to apologise for being a human being. May you in time find a peace that we all deserve. Love your channel and your reactions. Love from Australia. ❤‍🩹❤

John Farnham sings to your heart... He may well be the best live singer ever... He is that good! :) A great reaction to a great song! :)

He is a very humble family man like you or I, doesn't particularly like the fame. He doesn't fit the mould of a pop/rock star at all. He has been married to the same woman since he was 24 years old and they are still very much in love. He just happens to sing incredibly well....

Australian music icon John Farnham has reportedly undergone jaw reconstruction surgery after “part of (his) jaw had to be removed” during lengthy surgery to remove a cancerous growth.

Oh bless, getting emotional just makes you real, don't apologise.Thank you for bringing us all these Farnsey gems. This one's especially poignant as he is surrounded by his loved ones as he recovers from cancer surgery; family is everything to John. ❤️

Best reaction ever, you get John and what he is capable of. His concerts you felt like he was singing to you not and 15k audience. John would run for 10 to 14 nights straight and every night people would turn up for a lifetime experience. He truely is an entertainer, singer, lovable larrikin. He is our John and he is the voice

Another great review. Thank you. You're well on your way to an introduction of Australian music. John Farnham's live performance with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra of the Beatles song 'Help' is a must. The same as his song 'Reminiscing'. You listened to his song earlier with Jimmy Barnes. Jimmy's 'Stone Cold' with Joe Bonnamasa on guitar will be life changing. Keep up the good work.

Well said mate. Glad you found John. Better late than never.

Gorgeous song, beautiful raw reaction...

🥹 I love John. Touches your heart with every song.💜✨🙏🏾

I could see you getting emotional throughout this song and you're right he does project, through his powerful voice, a very emotional performance. There is no shame crying to a song that is sung by a legend and I'm sorry for your loss mate. And yes the world missed out on a guy that came from England to Australia and in my opinion has the best voice ever. But as Bernadette mentioned he just wanted to perform at home. Oh and in New Zealand where he is loved just as much and we over the ditch are very lucky he entertained live, we thank him for including NZ so we can hear an icon sing.

Music is food for the soul and this has always been an extraordinary song with a beautiful sentiment. Simple arrangement so the voice and the lyrics shine through.

It's always beautiful. Every time I hear him sing it at his concerts. Loving your reactions.

Farnsey is great.The only other performer who had a similar mesmerising live presence was imo John Denver. He was amazing live and also a tasteful,emotional tenor, Saw both live many times.

Nice review ..he is wonderful we love him. That song reminds you of love and lost love and everything in between . He stood in for little river band in America but it didn’t fit with him. Anyway we love him and I wish Americans knew and loved him as we do .

Keep up the good work....luv luv luv Whispering Jack and appreciate your letting the video complete before commenting...

Great site Big Mike cheers Mick Australia.

Sublime ❣❣❣ thanks for sharing your feelings, it's a very moving song

Aw yes I agree John is the kind of artist that can move you to tears or give you goosebumps with his vocals....but I think it's in the way he get's into ones heart with his genuine love for what he is doing. People know when an artist is 'fair dinkom' (that's an Aussie term meaning 'real' lol) He leaves everything on the floor... Thanks for such an emotional reaction because it lets us understand you and we can see you sir are 'real' Sending love from Australia

Sorry for your losses mate....thanks for your reaction on such a great song

Beautiful reaction. Sincere and human. Much like a certain wonderful singer we all love ;-)

Mate, don't apologise, real men do cry big fella. I was an interstate truck driver and this was my go to song when all I wanted to do was be at home with my beautiful wife.

We love our John.

We dont apologise for laughing yet we as humans apologise for crying crazy huh! I felt it too! Bless you bro big hugs. Greetings from Aus💚

i love how real you are and how honest your reactions are.

Okay Big Mike, The Pub with No Beer was first released in 1957 sung by Slim Dusty. John Farnham was diagnosed with cancer early in 2022. He underwent surgery and had most of his lower jaw removed. HE WILL NEVER SING AGAIN. If you want to dig a bit into Aussie artist an artist who wrote all of his own material including "I Still Call Australia Home" and was married to Liza Manelli. Have a look at Peter Allen. Worth a look!

Now your a fan of John Farnham, May I suggest A Touch of Paradise. This song is significant to us because it was played at our Mum’s Funeral, and every time I hear it I think of mum.

Thx for checking it out I was positive you’d enjoy it your genuine emotion is touching and proof John can sell his story with his voice. If your interested look him up with the little river band he toured the US with them when he took over as lead singer from Glenn shorrock

Im sorry for your loss. Its been a very tough couple of years for a lot of folks. Its good to let it out so dont appologize for having feelings. I grew up not a huge fan, liked his voice, but wasnt "cool" back in teenage years. I saw him in concert, years later. OMG, him live, his stage presence, his engagement with the audience... just WOW! Forever a member of the Farnsey Army! 🥰 He still sounds amazing. He is 72, I think.

I don't think he really cared too much about international fame. He leads a simple life & has always been the type of bloke anyone would love to have a beer with. Never acted badly ie like a rockstar. Fame & money Never changed him. Unfortunately he is content out living on the land with his life long wife & horses. We don't see much of him now. The best version of this song is when he sang it without a backing track or guitar on a huge live show Australia had for 20 odd years called "Hey, Hey". Or in full, "Hey Hey it's Saturday". He was a regular on the show. He sang it casually sitting down, on a whim. They zoomed up on his face & your drawn even more to him holding your ❤ in his hands. You seriously am that engrossed & mesmerised by every breath you forget to breathe. It's on RU-vid. Look that up. Quite a few live performances by him & the other Australian who I'd just as popular here, Jimmy Barnes ie Barnsey. Often they're referred to as Barnsey & Farnsey.

John is the King, but we have a new contender by the name of Guy Sabastion and is songs ''Battle Scars', 'Choir'and'You'll know my name' are amoungst his others songs awesome. Please try them out at least one, you will be sold.

Good on ya mate. Nothing but respect for being open, honest and vulnerable. Check out “The day you went away” by Wendy Matthews. Might wanna do it in your own time cos it’s going to hit you hard. Much love pal - hope you’re ok.

Just came across my suggestions, and most of us still feel that with this piece every damn time 😉 - if you haven't already heard it, the duet he does with Olivia Newton John (Main Event Tour) is out of this world.

So enjoyed watching your reaction to our amazing Farnsy. Can I suggest you react to Paul Kelly (eg, How To Make Gravy),and also The Black Sorrow ( you could start with Chained to the Wheel). Regards, Tracey V

Mike has to see John Farnham and Anthony Warlow live! ASAP!!

Love you, Big Mike. You look to be about the same age as my son who is known as Big Red, so I feel an affinity with you. Your reactions are heartfelt and honest. John would always sing this for his wife when he was travelling. You said a while back that he was a sweet guy, he is. I have been following his career since 1969 and have seen him in concert many, many times. In all that time there has NEVER been a bad word reported about him. He is a genuinely nice guy and very funny, he has a wicked sense of humour. Keep the reactions coming, Mike. 🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍

Great work Mike . I think said I a previous comment John Farnham was with Little River Band Aussie band that cracked American market with 12 top 30 billboard hits from 1976 - 1983 unfortunately John Farnham was an replacement singer he only and 2 out of those 12 hits with his name in the credits . The Other Guy number 11 and We Two number 23 Billboard charts . After John Farnham left LRB in 1986 he was also working on he’s make or brake album Whispering Jack which You’re The Voice was the lead single . You’re The Voice charted well in the top 10 in most European countries , 1 in Germany and Sweden 6 in the UK of course number 1 in Australia for about 6 weeks . American band Heart did a cover of You’re The Voice having a much more better chart success in the states with that song . USA has so many charts it’s easy for songs and even artists get wrongly pigeonholed. Farnham was reluctant to promote himself in the states because it involved more time away from his then young family and had zero interest in moving away from Australia . Specially since he was made Australian of the year in height of his success here in Australia and Europe. But Burn For You was written in Germany missing his wife .

Wonderful voice. Great man. Tom Jones said JF had the best voice in the world. Thanks heaps xx

There's a version of this where he spends half the song absolutely clowning on his solo accompanying guitarist and it's fantastic.