Freddie Mercury & Montserrat Caballé, Barcelona LIVE: My Thoughts!

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  • Опубликовано: 27 дек 2024

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  • @JeffreyHackReacts
    @JeffreyHackReacts  3 года назад +4

    Queen reaction playlist!
    ruclips.net/p/PLIp-1pDfYEQv4s5-JPGF8-cCNk-tDkKuU

  • @josephinemonahan915
    @josephinemonahan915 2 месяца назад +5

    Sensational,….after Freddie died people from the rock world started to ask Montsy if they could sing with her…..her answer was, “no, only Freddie”……R.I.P. to Freddie and Montsy….singing amongst the stars in heaven✨⚡️💫⭐️🌟

  • @peterlbaldwin511
    @peterlbaldwin511 Год назад +6

    As I understand Freddie Mercury, first saw the legendary Montserrat Caballe in Covent Garden Opera House in London, when he went to see Luciano Pavarotti perform. She was the lead female role and when she sang her first notes, Freddie was overwhlemed. There is an excellent interview with "La Superba" as her Italian fans called her, here on RUclips, giving the entire background. So the story goes Freddie actually composed the amazing anthem "BARCELONA" in honour of her being born and living there, all her life. There's was a true, if cerebral "love match", their combined love of music bound them together in a symbiotic, deep friendship .
    The duet was selected and became the central theme of the city of Barcelona's successful bid to host the Summer Olympics in 1992, It was hoped that they would perform the monumental duet at the opening ceremony, but tragically the fates decreed otherwise. Many still feel that the opening ceremony was however the best ever..Montserrat Caballe never sung the piece again, preferring to keep it as a lasting tribute to her collaborator and dear friend, whom she cherished until her own sad demise in 2018...

  • @andyt8216
    @andyt8216 3 года назад +28

    I am brought to tears every time I watch this. I am 45 and I think everyone in the UK of my age knows this song, but it's only when you re-watch it that you appreciate its beauty and their beauty.

  • @debbiec4516
    @debbiec4516 3 года назад +28

    Montserrat welcomed Freddie to the world of opera and said he was part of their world. Absolutely phenomenal vocals from both!!

  • @jorzenn
    @jorzenn 4 месяца назад +3

    I was fifteen years old that day. I perfectly remember the excitement over the concert and the fact that the city was chosen for the next Olympic Games in 1992. That concert was celebrated for it. From the base of the Venetian towers I could see this masterpiece. Today, when I walk by the fountains I can feel the same magic as that day. I cried when Freddy died, for the end of Queen and for never seeing that duo again at the Olympic opening show with our Montserrat and our city in the background. By the way, I recommend listening to the entire "Barcelona" album... I've loved it all my life... Thank you for remember them!

  • @johnnyohness
    @johnnyohness 2 года назад +7

    The intro alone to this performance by itself was epic....the performance was historical and will be with us for the next 500 years. This was all done at the end of Freddie's life and what a great gift he gave us for all time. I have seen this 50 times or more, and still, if you can watch this without being moved to tears, you are a better man than I am. I don't know which moves me more this or How can I go on with Freddie and Montserrat. This should be used as the absolute standard of epic excellence everywhere.

  • @parkviewmo
    @parkviewmo 3 года назад +16

    Your eyes said everything about your reaction. Montserrat was Freddie's favorite opera singer, and he loved opera! The love and respect between these two lovers of music just shine forth in this song. Montserrat wanted a song about her home city, and it was scheduled to host the 1992 Olympics. Mike Moran wrote this with Freddie and their creation of a song that featured both singers and their amazing skills in each of their areas is pure genius.

  • @loumar8277
    @loumar8277 3 года назад +11

    The golden boy..and..How can I go on..of them!!!

  • @Danielik25
    @Danielik25 3 года назад +51

    I think the Barcelona album is Freddie ´s finest work, every song is a gem here. Freddie and Montsy loved and respected each other, great chemistry on the stage

    • @JeffreyHackReacts
      @JeffreyHackReacts  3 года назад +6

      I agree! Their chemistry was unforgettable and I absolutely LOVED the choral background harmonies. They added so much heart and soul into the performance.

  • @giovannaferraiuolo4148
    @giovannaferraiuolo4148 3 года назад +3

    Il mio cantante preferito da sempre.....il migliore di tutti i tempi....freddie😏😏

  • @marablemorgan8292
    @marablemorgan8292 3 года назад +16

    It's an amazing combination... the emotional charge is undeniable! Freddie wanted to do this for a long time...

  • @Anisabell2
    @Anisabell2 3 года назад +56

    Mind-blowing, right?
    I just love the hole Barcelona album, and joining those two amazing artists was something made in heaven. They were meant to sing together, and knock out frontiers between genres of music. Now, can you say that rock & opera don't belong together? Before this no one believed it could ever be possible, but after others went the same way, although firstly saying they were crazy, and it would never work...yeah, sure...
    Freddie and Montserrat (Montsy as Freddie lovingly called her), a pair made in heaven. R.I.P. for both
    If you liked this one, try The Golden Boy, from the same Barcelona album, the lyrics are a masterpiece, and the performances out of this world.

    • @JeffreyHackReacts
      @JeffreyHackReacts  3 года назад +7

      Yeah their story is incredible and it's sad to hear about Freddie's passing before their special performance. I'll definitely be sure to check out that song :)

    • @tessesmom
      @tessesmom 3 года назад +6

      The golden boy is a fantastic song, well worth a listen

  • @luisaRF
    @luisaRF 3 года назад +2

    Aquí la Estrella es la Montse ♥️

  • @roumifyouwnt2
    @roumifyouwnt2 3 года назад +7

    The short documentary on how they met, their friendship, them writing this together and how this performance came about is ALMOST as beautiful as this EXPERIENCE ❤

  • @kimsloan4652
    @kimsloan4652 3 года назад +89

    It was a dream for Freddie to sing with Montsy. You should check out his “Exercises in Free Love”. where he is singing her part as he pitched his vision to her. The duo did a whole album together. By the way Barcelona was written with the 1992 Olympics in mind and was sung at the opening ceremony. Montsy was very saddened when Freddie fold her he would not be there to sing it with her. Love your reactions :-)

  • @irishfergal
    @irishfergal 3 года назад +12

    This is one of the most iconic performances that I remember from the run-up to the Olympics in Barcelona in 1992. Sadly, Freddie did not live to perform at the opening ceremony. He died a year earlier from complications of AIDS. In those awful days, we lost so so many amazing artists and creatives to the AIDS pandemic.. Greatest part of reaction is the factual expressions. You're were priceless and were a subtle critique of the whole show without needing any words!! Well done.

    • @JeffreyHackReacts
      @JeffreyHackReacts  3 года назад +2

      Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the reaction 😄 Sometimes it's hard to express how I feel about their performances because words cannot simply express it sometimes 😂

  • @lollinelson5549
    @lollinelson5549 3 года назад +43

    Freddie wrote this song about his first meeting with Montserrat. There are tons of RUclips videos and books written about their first meeting, and how their album came together. After Freddie's death, this song was picked to present at the Barcelona Olympics.

    • @fbastidac
      @fbastidac 2 года назад +1

      they are in the Montjuic fountain and the logo of Barcelona 92 is present al the time behind. It was the Barcelona 92 song until Freddie died.

  • @mikesba
    @mikesba 2 года назад +2

    Freddie wrote this song to hopefully be accepted by the IOC as the official song of the Barcelona Olympic Games.

  • @glizta42
    @glizta42 3 года назад +5

    Just remember Freddie also wrote this song too - just for her because of his love and respect for her.

  • @krisfujimoto72
    @krisfujimoto72 3 года назад +3

    Never enough words to describe this experience. What a love song.

  • @carmengandara7537
    @carmengandara7537 3 года назад +4

    Olimpiadas de Barcelona. Por mucho que hayan pasado los años, este fue un momento inolvidable.

  • @karmakarma5299
    @karmakarma5299 3 года назад +2

    please! the really star in this preformance is the one and only montserrat caballé, for freddy was a really honor to sing with her. SHE IS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT SOPRANOS OF ALL TIMES. thank you.

    • @JeffreyHackReacts
      @JeffreyHackReacts  3 года назад

      Yes, she also put on a remarkable performance! Very talented singer!

  • @bettybaby63
    @bettybaby63 3 года назад +9

    He wrote this as a tribute to their first meeting. A wonderful collaboration & great achievement.

  • @brookemiley4927
    @brookemiley4927 3 года назад +7

    Like others have said, Exercises In Love, is a must. Proof that Freddie could sing anything! His voice an range is amazing!

  • @joyceharkin3641
    @joyceharkin3641 7 месяцев назад +1

    My favourite moment is that very loving look they exchange at the very end of the performance. Mutual respect and adoration. They both knew they had been great!

  • @vanesagonzalezcortegoso6823
    @vanesagonzalezcortegoso6823 3 года назад +1

    Freddy and Monserrat caballet the BEST singers ever ❤️❤️

  • @debwebster6608
    @debwebster6608 3 года назад +19

    I almost teared up when you crossed your hands up on your chest. I have that reaction every time I watch it... Now: Golden Boy, and How Can I go On... same pair, same album.

    • @JeffreyHackReacts
      @JeffreyHackReacts  3 года назад +1

      I'm glad you enjoyed my reaction! Thanks for sharing your experience watching the video 😁

  • @krisfujimoto72
    @krisfujimoto72 3 года назад +10

    So emotional. My eyes are full of tears. This will be a timeless, ageless and forever enduring piece if work. These two live in my heart.

  • @newelbon
    @newelbon 9 месяцев назад +1

    The best rock star Freddie
    The best opera singer Montserrat
    The best song
    The best place with the fountain and the museum
    And the best city in the world, Barcelona!

  • @lcbcreative
    @lcbcreative 3 года назад +11

    Freddie's work with Mike Moran on the Barcelona songs & album was proof he could not only sing any genre, he could compose for any genre. I read somewhere that Freddie's assistant said one of the only regrets he heard Freddie express in his last days was that he still had so much music inside of him. And now I'm sad again... Thank you for another Queen reaction!

  • @joaofreitas9651
    @joaofreitas9651 13 дней назад

    Eternamente Montserrat !!!!!! Maravilhoso , choramos quando ouvimos esta obra prima!!!!!! Brazil.

  • @sigridschulz3201
    @sigridschulz3201 3 года назад +9

    What a wonderful Song, and their voices are so perfekt!

  • @geisage2438
    @geisage2438 3 года назад +4

    How can I go On is very wonderful too

  • @christineirving4491pluviophile
    @christineirving4491pluviophile 3 года назад +5

    Freddie and Michael did actually record a few tracks together, the better known of the recordings being 'There Must be More to Life Than This'.

  • @kendallneason3645
    @kendallneason3645 Год назад +1

    So beautiful 😻 thank you! I could listen to Freddie and Caballe all day. Amazing he wrote the whole album Barcelona for them both!

  • @pinkey943
    @pinkey943 3 года назад +9

    This why i say Freddie is a gift from God

    • @JeffreyHackReacts
      @JeffreyHackReacts  3 года назад +1

      Haha right?! There are a few singers and performers that can execute talent like him.

    • @jadem694
      @jadem694 3 года назад

      As was Montse. This was his most successful work outside of queen. It was so, largely due to her magnificence.

  • @devoncooper8296
    @devoncooper8296 3 года назад +1

    It’s breathtaking, isn’t it?🤩

  • @mattroxursoul
    @mattroxursoul 3 года назад +8

    You pointed out something I have always loved about Freddie. He can sing any style. That is why so many people have trouble doing his songs. Cause trying to do a Freddie rock/metal voice is way different than the Freddie upper register ballad stuff.

  • @hkynuts11
    @hkynuts11 3 года назад +2

    I tear up every time I hear this

    • @JeffreyHackReacts
      @JeffreyHackReacts  3 года назад

      It's hard to NOT cry while watching the performance.

  • @martinmalak542
    @martinmalak542 3 года назад +19

    Who wants to live forever, Kind of Magic - both Wembley 1986 please 🙏

  • @gailgreet-wheeler933
    @gailgreet-wheeler933 2 года назад +2

    They had a great love and respect for each other can you just imagine them now singing in heaven ❤️

  • @sst3d
    @sst3d 3 года назад

    Backstory is stunning...their friendship was amazing...you have no idea young gun....

  • @Plasticmilxy
    @Plasticmilxy 3 года назад +1

    Beautiful

  • @rachelmccombie9464
    @rachelmccombie9464 3 года назад +5

    ...I Absolutely Loved Your Reaction To This Masterpiece Performance & I'm In Complete Agreement With All You Had To Say..."Freddie Mercury Is Without Doubt The Greatest Singer/Performer/Showman Of This Century In My Opinion Easily!! The Ultimate Legend Of Legends! Respect Rach UK x

  • @dinalocket8719
    @dinalocket8719 3 года назад +5

    Montserrat and Freddie's collaborations are out of this world! I get the same chills every time I hear them. Make sure you check out their other performances/songs!

  • @braxious
    @braxious 3 года назад +1

    this is where Opera and Rock blend in to sublime magic the whole album is one to listen to

  • @theresarandall7448
    @theresarandall7448 3 года назад +4

    Normally I don't listen to opera but it's Freddie Mercury. Omg I love her voice and how she sounds with Freddie. I have seen this many times and I still get goosebumps

  • @noidelsucreBCN
    @noidelsucreBCN 10 месяцев назад

    I was there when I was a 4 years old boy.. It was incredible! Is so emotional when I listen it again.. It's so magical listening two genius singing about the land I was born. love your reaction! You're so nice and smart. Kisses from Barcelona, Spain!

  • @clarakam3858
    @clarakam3858 3 года назад

    I could listen to this song 1000 times and still not be tired of him..i know the song for when i was a little kid and still is my 💙 . I want to listen with BIIIG BIIG BIIG SPEAKERS ..💙💙

  • @pijorroncho
    @pijorroncho 3 года назад

    Hola Jeffrey, I´m 58 y.o., I was there listening and watching it live. Impossible to describe, this video is pretty good but nothing to do if compares with staying right there. Remembering those days in Spain, Barcelona it has make. me cry. Thanks so much for reacting this. Un abrazo desde Barcelona

  • @melissacurtis7216
    @melissacurtis7216 3 года назад +3

    Boy you can tell Freddie wrote this song and the music.

  • @deboraclark5791
    @deboraclark5791 3 года назад +7

    Freddie wrote this song, music arrangements, the whole album is fantastic. Ensueno is magnificent and also Exercises in Free Love which was the demo, is all Freddie's falsetto. Great reaction.

  • @claudiapezone4742
    @claudiapezone4742 3 года назад +1

    This is a pure magic

  • @barbaraaschwingelswihart572
    @barbaraaschwingelswihart572 3 года назад +1

    I so wish Freddie didn't pass before he played at the 92 olympics, which these two wrote to perform there. Sadly Freddie passed in 1991. She sang this at the event while Freddie sang with her via a giant screen! I'm so glad he was recognized that day singing Barcelona!

  • @maryholguin2036
    @maryholguin2036 2 года назад +1

    I think this was for the Barcelona Olympics. In Barcelona, Spain.

  • @alicefarr3927
    @alicefarr3927 2 года назад

    She was as thrilled as Freddie ❤️❤️

  • @auradb1140
    @auradb1140 2 года назад +1

    Yo soy de Barcelona y me acuerdo que fue todo un acontecimiento está canción, un recuerdo maravilloso y todo un himno en las olimpiadas

  • @barrys1342
    @barrys1342 3 года назад +1

    Brilliant
    Awesome reaction
    Thanks

  • @xilefregnu9542
    @xilefregnu9542 2 года назад

    Jeffrey, it was wonderful watching this amazing duo with you. Anyone with a beating heart would appreciate this performance.

  • @theresanault4755
    @theresanault4755 8 месяцев назад

    How Can I Go On is another great song done by this dynamic duo🎉

  • @loisdunfee873
    @loisdunfee873 3 года назад

    Blows your mind doesn't it. very beautiful they complement each other very well.

  • @debramoore7513
    @debramoore7513 3 года назад +10

    🤯🤯🤯🤯 RIGHT? The backstory of how Freddie & Montsy got together for the Barcelona album is a true love story!! It’s a “must read” for you!! Montsy (Freddie’s nickname for Montserrat) was a soprano opera superstar. Her hometown is Barcelona! The song was used for the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona. But sadly Freddie was unable to perform the song during the opening ceremonies cuz of his passing in 1991. Montsy performed it alone! ☹️ She and Freddie loved each other & had a true musical love affair! There’s a video of her talking about how they met! She passed away a few years ago RIP. You’ve got to check out THE GOLDEN BOY. It’s a mix of opera & gospel. We miss Freddie & I can only imagine what beautiful things he had yet to do!! 💗💗

    • @JeffreyHackReacts
      @JeffreyHackReacts  3 года назад +3

      Right? So many great stories about Freddie Mercury and his amazing talents. It's a shame he had to pass away so quickly.. I'll be sure to look over that song and provide a video reaction 😊

    • @alethamarsh6583
      @alethamarsh6583 3 года назад

      Yesss Freddie!

  • @bethstine5459
    @bethstine5459 Год назад

    I Love Freddie Mercury So Much!!!! ❤️

  • @marvalstith2749
    @marvalstith2749 Год назад

    Freddie Mercury, artistically trained; Montserrat Caballe' Opera Diva; both music lovers from the core. So we have this gift as long as civilisation endures, for sure. Thanks for this! Yes, there is a collaboration between Freddie and MJ. I'm sure you've been informed. Enjoy!

  • @GillianWard-e1g
    @GillianWard-e1g 9 месяцев назад

    Brilliant reaction from you - great to see you enjoy this incredible performance from two beautiful singers.

  • @melissalee5622
    @melissalee5622 3 года назад +10

    Loved how drawn into this you were! Freddie & Montsy were fabulous and Freddie was incredibly versatile.

  • @krisfujimoto72
    @krisfujimoto72 Год назад

    So Emotional! The tears are non stop.

  • @mireya5_zafi
    @mireya5_zafi 3 года назад

    From barcelona great song thanks you freddie ❤️montserrat

  • @kiku5382
    @kiku5382 3 года назад

    This songs makes me cry every time i heard it.

  • @gracielahonig
    @gracielahonig 3 года назад +5

    There must be more to life than this/State of shock : MJ and FREDDIE MERCURY ❤️👑

  • @eileenanderson2016
    @eileenanderson2016 3 года назад +2

    Chills the man was phenomenal as duets go it's the best I've heard.

  • @vasago125
    @vasago125 3 года назад

    Everyone gets the chills.

  • @aliciahassen5298
    @aliciahassen5298 Год назад

    Excelente dúo !!!!! Cómo se te extraña FREDY!!!!

  • @moldavia4450
    @moldavia4450 2 года назад

    Per sempre més!!! From Barcelona.😭♥️💔

  • @shellyjackson3887
    @shellyjackson3887 3 года назад +1

    Amazing! Simply, amazing! R.I.P. Freddie!

  • @jackiebeams5381
    @jackiebeams5381 3 года назад +2

    LOVED LOVED LOVED your reaction dude. And this song is perfection.

  • @terrigabriel582
    @terrigabriel582 3 года назад +1

    Yeh! Respect! I'd never seen this version the one I saw they were both dressed in blue, similar but I like this one a little better, camera angles different, both adrenaline RUSHES, LORD ,a Masterpiece 💜🙏

  • @johnmcaleer7099
    @johnmcaleer7099 3 года назад +3

    I get chills aswell, but,every time I hear this and such an incredible video

  • @camf7522
    @camf7522 2 года назад

    I have the same reaction you had, but every time I hear them sing this song.

  • @neilburns8869
    @neilburns8869 3 года назад

    It's the fact that he can turn his hand to opera music and he does it so well that he really doesn't look out of his depth at all.👏👍🙏

  • @debbiebush5887
    @debbiebush5887 3 года назад +10

    Hey my friend. MICHAEL JACKSON and FREDDIE MERCURY did some songs. They did 3 songs but there are only 2 that you can hear. They are called IS THERE MORE TO LIFE THAN THIS. and STATE OF SHOCK. Go check them out. Thank you for doing QUEEN videos. Great reaction my friend. Take care and have a good day. Your friend, QUEEN BEE.

    • @JeffreyHackReacts
      @JeffreyHackReacts  3 года назад +4

      It would be too good NOT to be true if they hadn't done a collaboration! I'll definitely be sure to check out those songs. Thank you for the feedback! I'm glad you're enjoying the Queen reactions!

    • @nyima04011
      @nyima04011 3 года назад

      State of Shock was finished with Mick Jagger because of scheduling issues.

  • @barbaraaschwingelswihart572
    @barbaraaschwingelswihart572 2 года назад

    They created this song and was meant to be at the Olympics 1992, sadly Freddie passed before then. Freddie’s face sang from a giant screen while ,. She sang alongwith him on the jumbo tron. Freddie and this wonderful woman had a loving professional and a friendship of each respected the other for the opportunity to leave beautiful pieces

  • @the_judge_8262
    @the_judge_8262 3 года назад

    We all had the same tingly reaction when we first heard this 🤯

  • @johnnie3Chords
    @johnnie3Chords 3 года назад +1

    This was the third video of yours that I've watched , I know every Queen & Freddie solo material so I don't have to watch the video again , I've been glued watching your expression, I'm so glad you are discovering just like I did way back in 74 . 😁

  • @lillylee7658
    @lillylee7658 3 года назад +23

    Please. Please! You simply have to listen to Freddie’s Exercises in Free Love. It was a demo tape he did for Montserrat, and what convinced her they should do an album together. It will amaze you

    • @JeffreyHackReacts
      @JeffreyHackReacts  3 года назад +4

      I'll be sure to look into that! I'm sure it's amazing!

    • @teszik
      @teszik 3 года назад

      @@JeffreyHackReacts Yes please react to Exercises in Free Love, can't wait!

    • @teszik
      @teszik 3 года назад +1

      Oh and I would love if you react to 39 from Queen

  • @lesaahrenstein6360
    @lesaahrenstein6360 2 года назад

    they made an album called "Barcelona" They thoroughly enjoyed singing together. Freddie told he two years before his death hjat he would not make it to sing at the opening ceremony pf the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona.

  • @jeansands9303
    @jeansands9303 3 года назад +1

    Montreal 1981 Save Me and Play The Game
    🎵🎶🔥🔥🎵🎶🔥🔥🎵🎶🔥🔥🎵🎶🔥🔥

  • @carmemdejesus7415
    @carmemdejesus7415 3 года назад +4

    Great reaction, loved it!!!! Beautiful song & album. You should listen to it, you will love it. Freddie was unique, there can only be one!!!!

    • @JeffreyHackReacts
      @JeffreyHackReacts  3 года назад

      I couldn't agree more! Thanks for your feedback and watching the video 😄

  • @ellesee7079
    @ellesee7079 3 года назад +1

    I don't hate life, but day made better! Great reaction. Thank you 👏👏👏 He was such a talent, and obviously fearless. Can you imagine risking doing this after the successful career he'd already had?! 🤯👍

  • @viniciusrodrigues5770
    @viniciusrodrigues5770 3 года назад

    Oh man, Montsy always make me cry =')

  • @maureenormston8356
    @maureenormston8356 Год назад

    This is just pure perfection ❤️

  • @shintesushini1953
    @shintesushini1953 3 года назад

    Actually Freddie and Mike created a few song that never came out because of personal issues, but a couple years ago a song called "there must be more to life than this" in which they sing so beautifully 😳😳

  • @mariadelosangelesgomezrial2372
    @mariadelosangelesgomezrial2372 3 года назад +1

    Después de los años aún me emociona ver a mi ídolo ❤️💔❤️

  • @JellySlugs
    @JellySlugs 2 года назад

    We get that reaction a lot from people who are new to Freddie

  • @hollylewis6631
    @hollylewis6631 3 года назад

    Freddy looked so wonderful. It is hard to believe that he was ill. Beautiful performance

  • @anamariafarias7707
    @anamariafarias7707 Год назад

    ❤❤❤❤❤ que genio que voces dios!!!!!!!!!!!😅

  • @sabinamolinelli3618
    @sabinamolinelli3618 Год назад

    LOVE your reaction. You were blown away

  • @reneejwaters
    @reneejwaters 3 года назад

    That song gets me every time.

  • @michelletammydenney1417
    @michelletammydenney1417 3 года назад +4

    Sprains GREATEST Opera singer.
    Freddie & Mike Moran wrote the album❤ Barcelona is a city in Spain.