See What Happens If You Play Queen Bohemian Rhapsody & Don't Stop Me Now in China Hotel | Cole Lam

This was so cool! We went to China in the Summer and stayed in a big hotel. Downstairs in the reception lobby area there was a grand piano. It was always covered up, but one day there was a party or some kind of celebration - and the piano was open! I jumped on and the manager/reception started to come over to get me off - but when I quickly started playing something they let me keep playing. I think they were worried that someone would start bashing away.

So after playing a little bit of classical - I decided to pull out Queen in China! Bohemian Rhapsody and Don't Stop Me Now. The Bohemian Rhapsody movie came out in China in March and it was censored, which is sad, but also good that it was showed at all!

I had a lot of compliments (my mum had to translate!) because there are many young pianists in China, but many are classical and many don't show as much "passion" in their playing. Usually they also play in arranged concerts or school performances, and it is very unusual to have any children play in "public" randomly, so there was a lot of interest from the guests in the hotel.

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[ColeLam]

It is not often you find a grand piano out in the public available for playing. We stayed in this hotel, and the piano was always covered up and locked (I checked!). But it was open and on show because I think there was a party. I jumped on and started playing something before I was kicked off. The reception started to come over to take me off, but when I played "properly" classical, they were fine. I then played Queen! Crowd and public all around the world are the same - Bohemian Rhapsody will always get some attention! I had a lot of compliments (my mum had to translate!) because there are many young pianists in China, but many are classical and many don't show as much "passion" in their playing. Usually they also play in arranged concerts or school performances, and it is very unusual to have any children play in "public" randomly, so there was a lot of interest from the guests in the hotel. Also my Arsenal top got to come out again!

[kpoppaganger]

I noticed there were 103 dislikes???? Even if you don't like Queen or the piano, how can you not like or appreciate the talent of this young man. Cole... You rock. Humans!

[AndySaenz]

So it really doesn’t matter where in the world he goes. A small crowd of people always forms around him! Music is the universal language that connects all of humanity. ❤️🎹🎼🎶 🎵

[dopegod]

He played in front of Asian parents! I can only imagine what their children will go through after they get home.

[rosemariesy]

Asian parents after his performance: *you have to be as good as him. Play 40 hours a day*

[TracyA]

Why is it that even though he's playing the same song I've seen in other videos I still click and watch? He's that awesome! It LITERALLY never gets old! So cool!☺
ALSO... How cool is it that Cole sees a piano and just jumps on and starts wailing away?!?

[sandykent]

Cole, as a retiree who has always loved the music of Queen, no matter that the piano maybe wasn't tuned, or where you were playing, that was a fantastic rendition of Queen's music.
Thank you

[marr_ivan]

This young man got balls man i tell ya.... I know how to do bumblebee but im to shy Give this youngman a big applause...

[wkaibigan]

You are amazing Cole. I can't believe you can play all that from just memory without any sheet music in front of you.

[hoodyniszwangsjacke]

It's a pity, that the piano wasn't tuned.

[its]

Very wise of you to have demonstrated your skills and talent as a true pianist to the staff allowing you to continue playing. Talented and smart. A great combination that will take you far. Looking forward to Cole 13.😁

[scottsymonaitis]

Thank you for the music. Your choice of songs is inspiring and being played by the younger generation, passing on the message of Freddie mercury And Elton John. What Freddie mercury‘s words meant don’t stop me now are symbolic to you and your performances. You take them to public forums and play your heart out. Freddie Mercury would be proud that he has passed on the torch to you so you can play your heart out with confidence and passion. Don’t stop me now is not just a song but a message for you to continue to work hard forge your own path. Keep up the good work, keep performing bravely in public and by all means don’t stop. You have a bright future. I cannot wait to hear when you come out with original songs that are inspired by such great classics that you have chosen. All the best.

[FrasSmith]

Great arrangements. I was lucky enough to see Queen live a few years ago, when they played in China. It was one of the best shows I've ever seen.

[kdenishere]

Was about to comment on the last video for another Bohemian Rhapsody before 2020, and here we are.. Legendary Cole Lam!

[richardrichards]

Never heard such a paucity of response compared to the quality of performance.Brilliant-I feel Freddie would have approved.

[ginnyalderson]

How refreshing for the audience. Im sure if your mum taught you the language you would master it well just like your piano playing. Well done 👌

[billstev]

Bravo, Bravo young man! Not only balls of steel but an amazing, spot-on rendition of Queens iconic music!

[danickale]

I love that you know how to play Queen and are sharing it with the world! I cried when Freddie Mercury died. You are helping to spread his legacy and it’s so wonderful to see!! 😍

[julesrose]

A very impressive performance of Queen songs in China. Even more so, seeing a young boy walk up twice on his own for a closer view - Epic! 👏🎹

[Donna.M]

You play so gracefully Freddie would be so proud well done. 💗👏💗👏