This Bohemian Rhapsody flash mob in Paris will give you goosebumps! - video of the week

Tears streaming down my cheeks at the sight of a good flash mob. Happy tears, indeed :) There's something about doing things together, surprising people, and having fun that touches me so deeply—it really opens the floodgates. Now, flash mobs aren't new at all, but with this recent one from Paris, I hope they're back in full force. Because let's be honest, we could all use a little cheer with all the uncheerful things the world has to offer right now. Will you join us? Fun guaranteed!

Surprise, connection, and pure joy all rolled into one. That's precisely what happened recently in Paris, where the iconic classic Bohemian Rhapsody came to life in the form of a brilliantly coordinated flash mob.

The brain behind this spectacle

The man behind this musical adventure is Julien Cohen, pianist and organizer of the flash mob. He assembled a diverse group of around thirty musicians and singers to perform a tribute to Queen. Why Bohemian Rhapsody? Because this song truly has it all: intimacy, bombast, opera, rock. It lends itself perfectly to a surprising buildup and a captivating performance.

Plus, the song turned 50 this year (feel old yet?). A great opportunity to bring it back to life in all its glory on the streets!

The construction of a masterpiece

It started small: Julien Cohen at his piano in Place de la Contrescarpe in Paris. People stopped, filmed along… and slowly, a true spectacle unfolded. Singers appeared from the surrounding windows, performing the iconic opera pieces, while a drummer, guitarists, and bassist joined the ensemble. Lead singer Mickey Callisto threw his heart and soul into the role of Freddie Mercury, the young guitar virtuoso Olly Pearson brought the guitar solos to life as if Brian May himself had just dropped by, and opera singer Michaël Koné sent goosebumps down the spine during the famous "Galileo" pieces. The result? A complete live version of Bohemian Rhapsody, performed right in the middle of the street, with an energy that would make even the biggest concert halls jealous.

The effect on the audience

The power of a good flash mob lies in surprise. In the video, you see spectators slowly grasp what's happening. First, a few smiles, phones raised, and finally: collective joy. People sing along, clap, cheer, and for a moment, everyone is connected by the music.

Because honestly: when you see these images, you immediately feel FOMO. You wish you could have been there, right?! Because how often do you experience something like that?

Why this is so feel good

In a time when news often feels heavy and somber, moments like these are sorely needed. A flash mob reminds us that we're all part of something bigger. That art and music bring people together, regardless of age, background, or where you happen to be at the time. And that not "the whole world" is bad.

And Bohemian Rhapsody is the perfect song for that. An epic story set to music, from intimate to loud, that everyone has a memory of.

Watch and enjoy for yourself

The best part is: you can watch it on repeat. This flash mob was professionally filmed and is already going viral. Turn up the volume and immerse yourself in this unexpected Parisian street concert. It's guaranteed to brighten your day!