The Millionaire Waltz - Queen (Reaction) | BALLROOM MUSIC?? HARD ROCK?? 

A joyous little number guaranteed to bring a smile to the face. Yes, Queen bringing us a waltz, we told you these boys could write and play ANYTHING.

I’ve always thought of “The Millionaire Waltz” as being something of a companion to “Bohemian Rhapsody” because of its many musical change-ups in style within the song. And the period during the albums A Night At The Opera and A Day At The Races was also when Freddie was at the peak of his “cabaret song” period. Another example of this on Races is “Good Old Fashioned Lover Boy” But don’t miss his epic ballad “You Take My Breath Away”. Many will tell you to listen to the live version, but you MUST hear the studio recording first, which features Freddie’s incredible multi-tracked harmonies that cannot be reproduced live. ❤👑

Freddie loved all genres of music, and he dared to play them all

This is a fun and beautiful song. It definitely sets a mood and Freddie uses his voice so perfectly. This truly is a Waltz too, written in 3/4 time. You get that definite 1-2-3, 1-2-3 cadence in the music. Brian makes some very interesting sounds with is guitar, possibly using the Deacy Amp that was made by John Deacon. It creates a distortion that can make Brian's guitar sound like horns or string instruments, Nobody has ever been able to duplicate the Deacy Amp though many have tried. He built it from junk he found in a dumpster. Someone has come close recently, according to Brian but Brian still uses the original which John gifted to him when he retired.

Thanks JMBOY, that was so entertaining... Yes, Freddie and Queen could do it all, and do it SO WELL they created their own genre!! Another deep cut in the rabbit hole of Queen is "Dreamers Ball"... a little French ditty you might enjoy... or "My Melancholy Blues"... or "Jealousy"... all wonderful songs... blessings.

oh that fantastic bassline by John Deacon !!

Your listening to a lot of ear candy,....and thank you! There is a treasure trove in Queen's catalog! Please try "My Melancholy Blues,...&/or The March of the Black Queen" for some great Freddie!,...and Queen!

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The band had been working with a very famous, succesful and rich manager called John Reid between 1975-78. Freddie had a friendly relationship with Reid and it’s said, that Freddie wrote the song about him. Pls, check out another genre from the band the jazzy My Melancholy Blues.

Freddie not only did ballroom and rock music, he did opera and believe it or not he also did a lullaby called Dear Friends. It's only about a minute and a half. You should check it out. And never ever expect anything from a Queen song. You'll be wrong about 90% of the time. 😆

Yay! Keep going with Queen. You won’t be sorry!

Dreamer's Ball live in Paris 1979 is a favorite of mine. It includes the guys' imitation of other instruments by just humming etc., and Freddie is always on point. I am loving your reviews. Well done.

Thanks! This is such a unique and pretty song... all the harmonies.. and love the bass-line... and of course, the guitar solos and the changes... just another example of how Queen rocks any type of music, right?

I always thought Queen had a regal sound to them. Brian's guitar is beautifully Baroque. 🤩

Another cleverly worded Freddie song. And the musicality! Wonderful. How does Brian make the guitar do that? Pure talent. This song is charming & very 'waltz-y". Watch a video with people ballroom waltzing, turn off that sound & TURN UP "The Millionaire Waltz". It's the real deal.

Love this song ❤

Btw, the illustrated caricatures of Queen towards the end of the video, the record sleeve to the 45 vinyl single of Somebody To Love ❤❤

Hey Hon, There’s also a great live version of this (It’s the era when Fred’s wearing his harlequin leotards)

Queen defies all categories! Try It’s Late, and Prophets Song. You will love them!

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Wow 🥰 beautiful sweet Freddie ❤️ thank you for reacting to this beautiful song 🤩 I love all Freddie's songs but this and seaside rendezvous are special 😜🤩

Awww the Millionaire Waltz is absolutely fun, makes you wanna dance!! Hahaha! *MAYBE JUST ME* But anyway, written about Queen’s manager John Reid, who also managed Elton John. It was rumored that they had a romantic relationship!! Now you should react to DREAMER’S BALL. 💐💐

I love Queen's unique music. What rock band had the courage to do such great genres? None

Thanks, I didn't know this song. It was probably published after Freddie's death. Reminds me of the music when they played the piano when the movies were silent like Charlie Chaplin days

Great reaction . Check our GOOD OLD FASHIONED LOVER BOY. Ty