*NON ROCK FAN* FIRST TIME Hearing Queen Live Aid 1985 Full Concert 

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Freddie wrote "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" :)

No covers! Check the author on each piece. All 4 wrote hits and are in the song writer's hall of fame as individuals. Crazy Little Thing Called Love is all Freddie's. Radio GAGa was Roger's creation, inspired by his young son. Lady Gaga was a big fan and took her stage name from the song. Most of the cups are tea with lemon or honey for his throat. Peter Hince, his roadie said they could barely hear each other as the sound was so deafening. They communicated through gestures and glances. The half stand allowed full stage movement and also exended his movement range and visibility to the audience

I will not be a rock star. I will be a Legend. - Freddie Mercury

They stole the show. I was there.....to the left hand side near the middle. I was 17. Myself and 3 friends travelled by train from Central Scotland to Kings Cross then walked to Wembley. We liked Queen but we were there because we were Adam Ant fans.....after that......Freddie and Queen were the the only band we would listen to. I'm now 55 and Freddie and the boys are still my number 1. God bless you Freddie R.I.P to the Legend.

One time Freddie was asked what instrument he plays and his response was “the crowd.”

Crazy Little Thing Called Love is not a cover, it is there a song Freddy wrote it in the bathtub in 10 minutes as a tribute to Elvis. Also did you notice a Brian May switch his guitars three times in the song. Best live performance ever, best band ever. Freddie ruled that day, he will forever be be my favorite love them to pieces!! ❤️❤️

There were no covers, they rarely sang anything they hadn't written themselves. Two tracks from Dr Sir Brian May, one from Roger Taylor, and the rest written by Freddie, In this set nothing from John Deacon catalogue, they all sang, played different instruments, and Fred with his microphone stand when they first started he joined Roger and Sir Brian back in 69 and in 70 Queen began with a different bassist, they started as the four I grew up with 1971 and yes the mic stand broke instead of fixing it or asking for a different one Fred just carried on and this became his trademark, and he did this set against doctors orders he actually had a throat infection, and they rehearsaled for a week

Brian said that they had no sound check for this performance and that they couldn't really hear each other on stage, but Queen uses so many signals between each other when they are performing that they managed to hold it together. Also, it was Queen's sound crew who handled the sound for the whole concert. Once early on, Queen were doing a performance and when Freddie grabbed the mic and it came away from the stand. Like the boss performer he was, and knowing that the show must go on, Freddie just went with it without even a hesitation. He liked the freedom it gave him to move around and how it became sort of a prop. He decided to keep it and it became his signature. Later on when wireless mics came out, Freddie continued with the stand and complained that he really did miss the cord. I love this performance, I have seen it so many times and watched it on TV the day that it happened. Actually, Freddie wrote "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" as a tribute to Elvis long after Elvis had already passed. He wrote it in 20 minutes while taking a bath. If you pay attention, you will see that Brian plays 3 different guitars in this song: acoustic, Stratocaster and his own Red Special that he built with his dad when he was a teen from junk they had laying around the house. He still uses that guitar almost exclusively in all his concerts. That is Spike Edney, a multi-instrumentalist, often referred to as the 5th member of Queen, on the piano, during "Crazy Little Thing..". Thank you for your reaction.

Freddie's vocals are even more impressive when you realize he had a throat infection at the time. He powered through anyway and gave what most people consider the best twenty minute performance in rock history. RIP Freddie.

this has been acknowledged by the music industry to be the best live rock performance in history. Nothing to date has replaced it and i hope never will. I watched this on TV and it was watched by approx 1.8 billion people world wide. Live aid was a concert where all well known stars performed for free to raise money for a famine in Africa. RIP Freddie Darling.

The shortest 20 minutes that rocked the world and when Freddie stole the show.

Not an Elvis cover but an homage to Elvis. Freddie wrote this in ‘79, Elvis died in ‘77. Spike Edney is most likely playing backup on piano. He toured with them so Freddie could work the stage more.

They had 20 minutes to capture a diverse crowd that had been there all day listening to various performers and bands. Genius selection of songs, Freddie's special genius of breaking down that barrier between the performer and the audience, it's an incredible exemplar of bonding with the audience. Freddie sometimes looks like he wants to fly right off that stage into the crowd.

the Best 25 minutes in music history Still to this day .... listen to the crowd singing right from the start and it was not a "Queen" Crowd.. they were there for live aid queen were not even on the list untill 2 weeks before the concert. and think how good he sounds LIVE with NO Autotune whatsoever.... name 1 artist from today that can do this ?. over 80,000 people in wembly stadium and watched on TV by over a billion people....

I’m in love with a dead man. RIP beautiful Freddie❤ Thank you for the reaction.😊 all of the other commenters already corrected you on the “no cover” part 👏🏼👏🏼I’m also sad that I will never ever witness this greatness 😢

Only Queen could write a tribute piece that's so good, half the world thinks it was written by the person it was a tribute to.

I’m 70. It was an awesome time to be alive. It feels happy that you appreciate this performance

Freddie really was one of a (very special) kind. Musical genius, vocally gifted, played some instruments, great entertainer and performer and a wicked, sassy humor. What a combination.

Who doesn't love to watch Queen on Live Live Aid it's iconic. The story of Live Aid is amazing, how it ever aired I don't know. Its in 6 parts if you ever get to watch it x

This was a brilliant day of live music. It was kicked off by Status Quo with Rocking All Over The World, and I just knew this was going to be an epic gig. This was not even a Queen gig as they were only persuaded to appear at the last moment, by which time all the tickets had been sold. Apparently when Freddie was conducting the crowd, this was unrehearsed and Brian May was thinking "Where is Freddie going with this?! We're performing live in front of 80,000 people, plus another billion on live TV all over the world. What could possibly go wrong?!" When they finished and were walking off stage, David Bowie was waiting in the wings to follow them, and he just said "You bastards!" To be fair, Bowie also did a great set, and was possibly one of the few artists who could follow Queen. It's a day I will remember fondly for ever.

What cover ? ??? Freddie wrote Crazy little thing caled love in 1979, two years after Elvis' death. It was his tribute to Elvis. BTW Metallica covered one Queen song Stone cold crazy

You will never get another concert like this because there will never be another Queen…or Freddie, they were special together, magical, and of course Freddie was the best frontman ever to live on this planet…❤ he is one of the most amazing singer / performer ever…Not to mention his wonderful sense of humor, he’s playful and cute, the half mic stand is his signature-early on he broke the mic stand, he always loved running around the stage, so, he just kept going with the half mic stand, he has so much energy , passion and fun on stage, always…a wonderful man, he loved his audience, so missed ❤

And THAT is how you work a crowd of 72,000. 👌

John was always an anchor behind Freddie when he was at the piano. Yes, no ear pieces. Eternally captivating. Eta. @9:48 pm Brian & Freddie come Back on. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

"probably fake beer"...this was '85, that was real beer, real singers, and the best live performance ever given.

when everyone booked for this event, Queen hadn’t confirmed they were playing so this isn’t even a Queen crowd as such

Each group was allowed only 20 minutes. Queen made the most of their time.

Freddie always had the mic without the stand. It was his “gimmick”. Very early on one broke off the stand and he didn’t miss a beat and continued to sing with the pole attached. He kept it that way. He always played “Air guitar” with it.

4:45 Freddie Mercury was the Real Deal. He could Sing, Play Piano, Play Guitar, Crowd Control at level Infinity, He wrote his own Music AND had a degree in graphic design and illustration, plus he wrote his own songs. I would love to go back in time and let Freddie know that 32 years after his passing young people are STILL listening.

Freddie was singing for the first time with the band in public- the mic stand accidentally broke so Freddie performed with the half stand- he kept and it’s made history- I love your reactions- yes it was a fabulous time to be alive- I am 71 and still listen to Freddie and Queen everyday- I’ve been a fan since 1976

To this day still remember the first thrill of his walking out on stage. I was in Philidelphia and we were as enraptured and engaged as the English crowd. We could watch them and they watched us on screens above the stage....it was true magic and the best 22 minutes of music I ever heard.

We don’t have shows like this anymore because we don’t have artists and bands that can pull it off anymore.

Queen didn’t do covers. The only time I know of is when Freddie individually did The pretender. He wrote Crazy Little Thing called Love as a tribute to Elvis.

Freddie wrote this song in 10 minutes while took a bath. Is an homage to Elvis

I was already a big time fan of them and I was so hyped with them playing at Live Aid. I watched from minute one and couldn't wait until Queen would play. I sat on the couch and next I sat on the floor, and then I crawled closer and just wanted to crawl into the tv 😂 And the entire time they played I cried, well tears were just rolling down my eyes without me realizing it! There still isn't a week that goes by without me playing a Queen song, they have become a part of my life! *Forever Freddie*

I have been a big Queen fan since I was ten. I was thirteen when Freddie passed and I still remember that day like yesterday. You are right that it's fake beer. Freddie had a shore throat and had somekind of honeydrink in it. Still you wouldn't notice. He was such a performer. You live forever in our hearts Freddie! Love you forever!

I still get amazed that just 3 guys (usually) play instruments and can accomplish so much. But when Freddie plays piano and adds to the three, they are beyond outstanding. Have loved them since 1974. Have seen them twice in the US. Best concerts ever and I've been to hundreds.

Wireless microphones? NO! I was there, Queen (Freddie) was amazing! Good luck to you x

Queen had the advantage of playing arenas and huge venues around the world. Freddie always managed to have great audiance participation...They also rehearsed this performance to the point they had it down to the second. A great performance!

Freddie Mercury was one of a kind performer. I wished I was there to witness the greatest live rock performance of all time. This was the moment when UK was ruled by another Queen.

That was a real talent,real instrument and real concert,rare talent and beautiful man

The best performance in music history. This concert was legendary

A lot of people don't know Freddie Mercury had perfect pitch. He played the piano and guitar as well as singing. At this concert he came out sick with his throat. Her doctor advised her not to sing. Without being 100%, it was the best concert of the night. Absolutely insane.

Thanks, Perun! love your reaction... BTW, Crazy Little Thing was a Queen original - Freddie wrote it in the bathtub ... lol.. he said he was inspired by Elvis... also, credit to the BAND... check out drummer Roger on those high vocals! Look forward to more from you...

I always thought it was cool Brian May played three different guitars in Crazy Little Thing Calle Love.

Even before watching this video, I'll say the only thing I'm going to say. I watched the entire run of Queen. Beginning to end. No other rock musician has ever known how to control a crowd like Freddie Mercury.

I remember this day well: the concert was broadcast world wide and at least one third of the world's population tuned in for at least 5 minutes throughout the day. I saw Queen live on their 'News of the world ' tour: just unforgettable!

Crazy thing is this wasn’t a queen crowd there were dozens of bands some even bigger than queen at the time. But Freddie won over the crowd and had them singing along.

Great reaction! It’s so awesome to see young people discovering and enjoying Queen and Freddie even now over 30 years after Freddie’s death in 91.

Freddie was more than a singer, more than a performer. Freddie was an Entertainer. He could hold a crowd of tens of thousands in the palm of his hand and loved every second on stage. Especially since at this concert I think he had already had his HIV diagnosis.

if you want to see how they all sing, review the song, One by ONe, only the good die young. Sir Brian May is one of the best guitarists. This is the only band in history where every band member wrote multiple number 1 songs. John Deakin was a world class base guitarist. Freddie wrote a pretty thing called love. it was his tribute to Elvis. Queen still perform with Adam Lambert and are still a wonderful band. Lots of gigs on youtube.

I read and heard comments on authorship, set list, theatrical and musical performance, crowd interaction, broadcasting audience, but the most amazing detail about this performance is that there’s no playback. Today’s alleged superstars are incapable of delivering a regular concert without it.

I remember staying up all night here in California to watch the whole concert. It was broadcasted live all over the world! Love Grandma Debbie

The extra Freddie and Brian came back in the evening and performed Is this the world we created They wrote together

He had a vocal issue just before performing but like the professional he is he walked out on stage and owned it like a true rock God would ....tip of the hat and a nod of approval from me you're still my number 1 frontman

It's always so.much fun to watch someone experiencing Queen and Freddie for the first time. This was particularly enjoyable because the musician is so young . I found myself smiling throughout. Great job!! Love to know that Freddie continues to be a force for enjoyment.

Queen’s incredible musicianship is totally captured in their live performance of The White Queen at Hammersmith.

I was 31 years old and watched this on TV with my 13-year-old son and 9-year-old daughter in 1985. They loved it and so did I.

Apparently he had a bad throat and was told by a doctor not to do this concert. However Queen did and smashed it. Every performer had an allotted time and would be shut off if they overran. However, Queen finished exactly to the second. Every member of Queen wrote songs and they also all had University degrees.

One thing to remember here is that Freddie had a throat infection and his doctor had said that he shouldn't perform - he then went out and did this. The GOAT, the best frontman of any band ever.

No covers, 'Crazy Little Thing' was 100% a Freddie original, the only time Queen would do covers was at the end of the gig when they had some fun with their Rock n Roll medley. The crowd at Live Aid was around 70,000 which for Queen wasn't particularly big, considering they hadn't long returned from South America where they'd played in front of crowds in excess of 250,000!

Sang fabulously, piano, wrote, produced, … they all had great parts in putting together all their songs. They were a real team. He always tried to tell interviewers they were equal in the group, all four. He was only the lead SINGER, not the leader of the group.

Never tire of seeing the greatest concert of all time ❤❤

No it's not a cover, Freddie wrote this song as a tribute to Elvis.He even does an Elvis impression. He did one as a tribute to John Lennon in the John Lennon style called Love is real.

So right who wouldn't want to see that greatness freddie is unique great showman ever and yes the crowd are captivated by him no one can be replace with freddie he is alegend great reaction💯

There is one more song they sang it’s called is this the world we created…beautiful track🌻🇬🇧🌻

I was fortunate to be there that roasting hot day and Queen absolutely nailed it Best gig of my life !

You may want to check out the Freddie Mercury Tribute concert, also done at Whembley. A lot of stars came out to support Queen in a full show.... my absolute favorite is Annie Lennox stepping in for Freddie to join David Bowie in "Under Pressure", and oddly, Liza Minelli leading everyone who performed in the last number of "We Are the Champions"... I think it is the ending song, like you aren't done at a Billy Joel concert until Piano Man plays.

Do you play an instrument? Freddy: yes, the audience

The audience always knows the songs as well as the band. This speaks loudly to their magnetism. The audience obviously listens to lots of their music at home.

We’d been up to Wembley during the day (no tickets) but could hear the concert outside the stadium. Got back well in time to watch this live on the TV. Great times ! (although not for those who the cause was for). Absolutely unique event back then.

I remember tuning in that day for the Black Sabbath reunion but this part with Queen stole the show

Seeing and hearing how much Freddie was liked from a young guy like yourself. Is awesome. So pleased you enjoyed it. He was a legend

This was The Live Aid Concert at Wembley Stadium on July 13, 1985. It was for the Famine of hungry children in Ethiopia. This Was Freddie's And Queen's Best Performance And Concert In The World!! Also is was Televised to more than 1.5 Billion People!!! I watched it, and I'll never ever forget it!!!! Thank you very Perun for showing this!! Also at the end your video cut off the end of We Are The Champions. The song was completed. Blessings and Love 💞 From Illinois USA 🇺🇸 February 18, 2023

There were about 72,000 at Wembley and also nearly 90,000 of us at Kennedy stadium in Philadelphia at the same time. Fantastic!

How can you say you’re in the music business but didn’t know about one of the best musicians in our lifetime?

Years later, at a rock concert, someone played Queen to warm up the crowd, Nearly all of them sang up a storm because the music was so good.

Greatness 😊 thanks for your reaction 😊

Live aid was not just a rock concert. It was the first time that people in the USA and UK could watch rock acts by satellite simultaneously and was the brainchild of Bob Geldoff, pop singer and Irish man.

The last week I've been watching reactions to this concert and video. So far, you have been the best one! Enjoyed your reaction! Keep it up! ❤

As soon as you said I wanna be there when they were all clapping in sync it's mostly because nobody was holding a smart phone 😅 just enjoying to be alive and be part of it and soaking up the power of unity. ❤️‍🔥

Also, if you want to see the modern version, Queen + Adam Lambert performed this exact set for Fire Fight Australia in 2020.

Watched this live back in ‘85…..remember getting goosebumps during Radio GaGa….it was not long after the original video where the crowd is seen clapping just like at Live Aid.

Sat and watched a more technical analysis of this performance by Fil from Wings of Pegasus. They had a 20 minute slot. From getting on to leaving it was 20 minutes and 25 seconds. Despite all the ad libs they were bang on. These guys were masters of their craft in every way. I remember being glued to the telly that afternoon.

Mic When he was with ibex/ wreckage It wasnt secured properly so when he got hold of it it came off He decided he liked it as a gimmick So when they formed Queen in 1970 he kept it

Do not say stuff 13 years before I was born! It makes me feel ancient, truly old! Queen we’re and always will be the greatest musicians ever! No tricks, no effects just pure talent! Did you know Brian May and his father built that guitar from the ground up!

So glad you like this so much. New to Chanel..react to anything Queen is fine with me!!!!

Freddie had a throat infection that day and was told not to sing, but Freddie would never back out. He only drank tea and honey on stage that day..one sip. If you paid attention Brian played three guitars for Crazy Little Things Called love. Autistic, Fender, and his red special. Queen wasn’t on the original list of artists so the crowd wasn’t a Queen crowd but, as you see every audience is a Queen audience. This was broadcast all over the world 1.9 billion people watched Live Aid. This included 72,000 at Wembley Stadium in London and 89,000 at John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia. This is considered to be the best live concert in rock n roll history. Queen stoled the show that day. You watched a bad version of the concert with the end cut short. Well I have gone on long enough. TY for the reaction.

The people who were there had the most unique and amazing experience

John Deacon the bass guitarist built Queen's amplifiers. Queen is a mega-talented band! Go back and review the bands history, you will be amazed!!!

I'm a year late, and am still watching so I haven't seen comments, but: if you go back and watch really early Queen shows, Freddie always used that half mic-stand, it was his thing since forever.

Nearly 40 years later, he still has us all in the palm of his hands.

Another cool thing that happened on that Saturday, was seeing Phil Collins live in London. Then 4 or 5 hours later seeing Phil Collins live from Philadelphia. This is back when you could fly to the US in 3 hours.

The greatest frontman ever to grace the stage.

Greatest live performance... remember watching it on the TV..

Using the bottomless mic stand was his gimmick as he told a friend once. The story is that during one of his very early performances he couldn’t get the mic stand height to adjust how he wanted and finally just yanked it right off its base. ♥️🎤👨🏻‍🦱

Queen the band, Freddy especially, was the pinnacle of music. In a time when I was young, and I'm 55 now. They sang this when I was young. It's good that younger people still appreciate it. Freddy was a music god!

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The greatest 25 minutes in rock n roll history.