FIRST TIME HEARING U.S.A. For Africa - We Are the World REACTION

[@frankaragon1228]

This music video is a reactors final exam

[@OfficialLifeWithRecklezz]

💯💯🙏lol facts!!!!

[@brynneholt1990]

And they passed with flying colors!

[@cyndifrisch5498]

@@OfficialLifeWithRecklezz county singer Waylon Jennings was supposed to be in this video but he left the studio because of a dispute over the song's lyrics that were to be sung in Swahili, Rip to Kenny Rogers, James Ingram, Michael Jackson, Ray Charles, Al Jarreau, And June Pointer

[@thomastimlin1724]

HAHAHAHA, good point!

[@susanconstable2113]

Haha. Truth! I always think that when they start going oh my that’s so and so. Love it!

[@mattgarfinkle978]

A duet between Bruce and Stevie was something the world didn’t know it needed.

[@joellenglass2344]

FACTS!

[@geoffgordon9569]

Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson did a song together. So did Aerosmith and Run DMC.

[@k9rescue165]

NO DOUBT!!!👊🐾🐾

[@sdriggs4952]

After seeing so many people react to this song, it’s refreshing for y’all to know who most of the singers are. Love it

[@minneyruth]

💯❤️

[@patrickmurchison9145]

Yep, I've seen quite a few reactors that hardly knew any of the artists!!! It's funny and sad at the same time, but hopefully they'll get to know all of those incredible performers!!!

[@markharris1125]

@@patrickmurchison9145 What I like is that they do a bit of research beforehand. To know some background doesn't take away from the reaction and shows a degree of care that other channels don't always show.

[@patrickmurchison9145]

@@markharris1125 I'm in 100% agreement!!!

[@OfficialLifeWithRecklezz]

Thank you!!

[@lynnecurrie7561]

Stevie and Bruce!! The duet you never knew you needed!!

[@roguealien]

Yes!!!!

[@jackiegoodspeed1849]

Right!

[@darkwolf1202]

and OMG Cindy, she was fire

[@harrykaribian3662]

It was genius to pair Steve and Bruce!!

[@kellyanderson7624]

IMO it should have been Steve Perry instead of Bruce Springsteen. Steve Perry has a beautiful voice.

[@jamiemacdonald436]

Here's a list of the artists: Conductor • Quincy Jones Soloists (in order of appearance) • Lionel Richie • Stevie Wonder • Paul Simon • Kenny Rogers • James Ingram • Tina Turner • Billy Joel • Michael Jackson • Diana Ross • Dionne Warwick • Willie Nelson • Al Jarreau • Bruce Springsteen • Kenny Loggins • Steve Perry • Daryl Hall • Huey Lewis • Cyndi Lauper • Kim Carnes • Bob Dylan • Ray Charles Chorus (alphabetically) • Dan Aykroyd • Harry Belafonte • Lindsey Buckingham • Mario Cipollina (of Huey Lewis and the News) • Johnny Colla (of Huey Lewis and the News) • Sheila E. • Bob Geldof • Bill Gibson (of Huey Lewis and the News) • Chris Hayes (of Huey Lewis and the News) • Sean Hopper (of Huey Lewis and the News) • Jackie Jackson • La Toya Jackson • Marlon Jackson • Randy Jackson • Tito Jackson • Waylon Jennings • Bette Midler • John Oates • Jeffrey Osborne • Anita Pointer (of The Pointer Sisters) • June Pointer (of The Pointer Sisters) • Ruth Pointer (of The Pointer Sisters) • Smokey Robinson

[@davidbrannon2627]

Thanks for that , I always wanted the see the list in order and overall

[@R.POWELL]

Wow !! Thanks for the time to post this !! 👍

[@jamiemacdonald436]

@@R.POWELL It was merely cut and paste from Wikipedia. 👍

[@R.POWELL]

@@jamiemacdonald436 Well, thanks anyway .

[@DDWeirdGang]

No cap on this comment. I studied tf outta this 💯😂😂😂

[@brianorzel1873]

The thing that still remains impressive about this is that these were most of the biggest stars of the 1980's. They checked their egos at the door and raised a great deal of money to fight the famine in Africa.

[@truthseeker9249]

They checked their egos at the door but they still came and did their thing. This is a serious song of great importance. You don't deliberately try outshine anyone but you sing like you MEAN IT.

[@melindamcquigg4629]

This song was done after the music Grammy awards. That's why so many artist were together plus Quincy Jones was or not the top record producer of all the time. Michael and Lionel wrote it. So many stars to come together for one purpose had not happened since war protest. Thank you for appreciating it.

[@wnsafford1854]

Just a little thing; It was after the AMA (American Music Awards), not the Grammy Awards.

[@antoinettelopes]

I feel bad for James Ingram. (RIP 🙏🏻) None of the reactors know who he is. I'm 100% sure all your aunties liked him. Check out some of his songs.

[@bethshadid2087]

Love James Ingram.

[@robinraff.2039]

There all young, I knew everyone. There are people who didn't even know Bruce. If your child of the 60s you most likely knew everyone.

[@DocHolliday1851]

I'm a little older than them, but I loved whenever my mom would put on Just Once & his duet with Linda Ronstadt. Rest in peace.

[@lizardospace9650]

@@robinraff.2039 I'm 17 and I knew everyone

[@noahharris4206]

@@robinraff.2039 I knew like more than half im 19

[@Mrmapleleaffan13]

Fun fact, this recording of this song was done all in one night, knowing that all these stars were going to be in Los Angeles because of the American music awards

[@karenlangham24]

Beautiful song!! Oh how the world needs this right now. Awesome reaction!!!!🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@OfficialLifeWithRecklezz]

Thank you!!

[@jeannieschmidt2217]

This video is absolutely ICONIC. You will NEVER get this amount of talent in one room again to make this kind of video. You did great with the names. Hugs to you both from Canada :)

[@mikewarker4445]

Your smiles and your appreciation for their greatness is heartwarming. Could never do this today. Too many egos, not near as much talent. Love your channel. Belated happy moms day chris

[@frankphillips5660]

This wasn't just a song. It was an EVENT! MJ, Stevie and the great Quincy Jones (director) wrote this and got the artists together after the Grammy Awards show. They were told by Quincy to leave their egos at the door. This was all gratis by the artists and performed to raise money for the famine that was causing thousands upon thousand to die of starvation in Ethiopia and surrounding areas. "Let's start giving". Money flowed in phone lines immediately after this was aired on MTV. MTV was in it's infancy as the first and only 24 hour all music video channel and this helped propel the channel. MTV had heavily publicized this video for several days before releasing it. It was played at the same time worldwide so the world stood still watching this. It was all the talk for days after and everyone was in awe that so many icons showed up for the recording. It was very successful and raised millions and food and medical supplies were delivered very quickly. Sadly much of what was sent was never delivered to those in need due to the corrupt governments in Africa. As for the talent in that room there had to be well over 100 #1 hit songs and hundreds of top 100 songs in that room. You just played Simon and Garfunkle yesterday and Paul Simon was the third voice right after Stevie and just before Kenny Rogers. This video will be around forever as nothing like it, with this many icons will probably never happen again.

[@wnsafford1854]

The event was organized by Harry Belafonte & Ken Kragen, who brought Quincy, MJ, Stevie, etc. on board. Harry & Ken chose MJ & Lionel Richie to write the song & Quincy to conduct & produce it. The musicians & core vocalist's recorded 1st at Kenny Rogers' recording studio. The "group" recorded at A&M Studio, after The AMA/American Music Awards.

[@abebaadugna-rh6lk]

Of fuc**k this was for my land ..... i thought it was heal the world ..... thanks whoever you're wrote this ..... for letting me know about my history ✌

[@for-house-stark]

It was Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie who wrote this song, not Stevie and quincy Jones

[@evertongreensword2732]

Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson wrote the song and Quincy Jones directed,produced and arranged it

[@kristyshortridge4968]

I have always loved this song and video. I was in high school when it came out. So happy to see a new generation not only love it too, but who also enjoy these amazing artists from my youth. Thank you ❤️

[@OfficialLifeWithRecklezz]

Thank you!!

[@lkey591]

This still brings tears to my eyes! All these wonderful artists did this for free. All record sales went to Africa.

[@keyrat1753]

It is still amazing that this many people could be brought together at the same time, and there were others who wanted to be there and simply couldn’t. This was a unique event…a treasure…and for an urgent cause.

[@dcal9429]

I grew up on a farm near New Ross IN. Was hired as a flight attendant in 1997. One of my first celebs on a flight was Ray Charles. I never dreamed I’d ever meet anyone famous, let alone one of the greatest musicians of our lifetime. He was such a joy and entertaining from the moment he boarded the plane and until the time he disembarked.

[@amymiwa]

The greatest of the greats all together in one song. Another wonderful reaction as always Recklezz

[@OfficialLifeWithRecklezz]

Thank you so much Amy!

[@sfrjenkins]

I’m impressed by your knowledge of many of these artists! My kids are y’all’s age and wouldn’t know many. This video was so special when it came out. 🙂

[@waltzawaydreaming1801]

I think the fact that it sounds as good as it does, with such a unified sound, is a testament to how good Quincy Jones is at his craft.

[@kevinhurston1555]

Quincy jones is the most "do nothing" producer in the history of music. Look at the liner notes on any album that he produced (or took full credit for) and see what he actually contributed and you'll be surely disappointed. The one talent he did have was hiring the right people to do All the things he couldn't. with the exception that he refused to allow the True Genius himself, Prince, at the Height of his popularity here, to do the guitar solo he offered for this. Now Babyface? Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, teddy Riley..... Those are producers!

[@LeathafaceTV]

Facts

[@LeathafaceTV]

@@kevinhurston1555 Quincy genus is what fail to understand is. Dude is a fire conductor. He knows how to arrange different instruments in the most perfect way. All producers don’t make the music. A lot of musicians say Quincy made them a better musician. Everybody can’t come through the door at the same time.

[@sylviamc56]

Great reaction! This was one of the biggest televised events from back in the day. So many musicians coming together, putting aside their egos to help aid in the Africa famine. I could watch this over and over.

[@debbiedebster5806]

I enjoyed your reaction(s) to this SO much!♥️ Fun fact: there was a sign when they entered the studio, to leave their egos at the door, and they did!✌ These are all gifted singers (no shhh lol) but there is a couple of dudes who make any crowd of people into a beautiful sounding choir. ("Choir!Choir!Choir!" they're called) I'd love you to check them out- especially when the singer themselves joins in! Rick Astley is in one, and Colin from Men at Work "Overkill"

[@w1llystyles]

No one was paid for this. They all had to check their egos at the door. The diversity in the room. The diversity in the voices. No one sounds the same, unlike artists today

[@joepimentel306]

When this song came out all these artists were still in the music game and still recording hits.

[@nicomuller8299]

Steve "the Voice " Perry is the best male Voice in human History

[@anitagordon7688]

I remember when they were making this video and song I was so thrilled that my Queen Cyndi Lauper was going to be part of it I would rush home from work just to see her part in it ...its a beautiful song and was done for a great cause and I still love Cyndi Lauper today...

[@davidedwards1705]

Legends. One & All. Did you see Cindi literally jump for joy? @ 6:15 Not since the times of the Jackson Five has there been so many of the Jackson family on one stage.

[@heatherwalker9776]

This song always brings a tear to my eyes

[@jenn2670]

Seeing this video after time has gone by still gives me goose bumps. Such amazing voices together 🖤🖤🖤

[@janabraam7963]

I'm old & it bums me out when younger reactors don't know who these amazing people are. I wouldn't mind if you had shouted out the names you knew. The pairing for the duets was perfect. All these great people gave their time for this, it still blows my mind. I still have the original album when it was released. I can tell you really appreciated it. I enjoyed watching it with you.

[@alfredkar]

Love the fact that the younger generation are learning and appreciating these acts of years gone by.

[@shawnsford7071]

You said it perfectly. All legends from so many different styles on there own and in this song and it made sense. Bruce Springsteen and Stevie Wonder!!

[@chrispruett81]

My dad bought this record when it came out... and I played this record over and over every day for a week.. until it got on my dads nerves and he hid the damn thing from me! lol.. I found it later on! I own it to this day!! :)

[@silvertongue3003]

Being from South Africa this song will always have such meaning for me.. 🇿🇦

[@jims2987]

The Huey Lewis to Cindy Lauper segment is fire.

[@tylerhackner9731]

Love the all star vocal talent on display

[@lisaray9944]

We are the world singers and choir and musicians in order Lionel Richie - 0:26 Stevie Wonder - 0:39 Paul Simon - 0:43 Kenny Rogers - 0:53 James Ingram - 0:59 Tina Turner - 1:06 Billy Joel - 1:13 Michael Jackson - 1:19 Diana Ross - 1:32 Dionne Warwick - 1:48 Willie Nelson - 2:02 Al Jarreau - 2:09 Bruce Springsteen - 2:15 Kenny Loggins - 2:21 Steve Perry - 2:28 Daryl Hall - 2:36 Huey Lewis - 2:48 Cyndi Lauper - 2:54 Kim Carnes - 3:02 Bob Dylan - 3:48 Ray Charles - 4:27 “We Are the World” Chorus (alphabetically) Dan Aykroyd Harry Belafonte Lindsey Buckingham Mario Cipollina Johnny Colla Sheila E. Bob Geldof Bill Gibson Chris Hayes Sean Hopper Jackie Jackson La Toya Jackson Marlon Jackson Randy Jackson Tito Jackson Waylon Jennings Bette Midler John Oates Jeffrey Osborne The Pointer Sisters Smokey Robinson “We Are the World” Instrumentalists David Paich - synthesizers Michael Boddicker - synthesizers, programming Paulinho da Costa - percussion Phil Collins - percussion Louis Johnson - synth bass Michael Omartian - keyboards Greg Phillinganes - keyboards John Robinson - drums

[@jennhurl]

Thank you soooooo much for this! I've seen this added on other "We Are The World" reactions. I was going to try & find it for Rico & Crys so they could quickly click on the ones they weren't certain of. It's AWESOME 🤩 you took the time to post it for everyone, Lisa! Appreciate you! I think what caught my eye the first time I read it was that Phil Collins played the drums 🥁 in the song. For me, it was the cherry on top!

[@mochs3869]

@@jennhurl Phil may have added some percussion ( and I didn't know that before), but it was L.A. studio session master John 'J.R." Robinson playing the main drumset part.

[@OfficialLifeWithRecklezz]

Thank you!! 🙏💯 means a lot

[@lisaray9944]

@@OfficialLifeWithRecklezz your welcome Keep Rocking Guys love your channel

[@seanscanlon9067]

@@jennhurl I thought Phil Collins played drums on the UK and Ireland song Do The Know It's Christmas by Band Aid that this song was inspired by.

[@steviesellers]

This was the US song for Band Aid started by Bob Geldorf . This was done in one night after the Grammys of 1984 . Everyone agreed to do it , song written by michael jackson and lional ritchie , arrangement and conducter is quincy jones

[@JordiPujadesGirona]

For me the most impresive of this song is there is a bunch of legends, I repeat: LEGENDS... singing together as a gospel choir! You won't see something like this anymore, for sure.

[@cherivogerl2343]

All these artists put their attitudes aside and did this recording for a cause. It is beautiful! I was 25 when this came out and I remember it!

[@antoniumsolutions1791]

No autotune!! Epic...awesome vocals!! True talent.

[@AZambri1]

This song never gets old for me. I still feel good listening to this 40 years later. Amazing.

[@lebronshairline4768]

I like how yall smile when MJ and Bruce came on

[@dlove032002]

Growing up in the 80's, almost all of the these artists were on MTV. Watched lots of reactions to this and people always love it when Ray Charles shows up! GOATed!

[@pfalzgraf7527]

Just kind of on a binge of "We are the world" reactions. Everyone in the last, say, 4 or 5 years is very much emphasizing that these different people came together! Watching you two, it emphasizes the totetherness you represent! I remember the time when this record came out. And it was incredible and took a number one spot in charts around the world! However, that was first and foremost because it was and still is a really great piece of music, secondly because of the cause. That everyone at that time had to come together in the same room to produce this kind of work and this video ... was considered an effort but kind of a matter of course. So it hardly played a role. But it is the time we have now that makes it significant. Thanks! I love your commentary!

[@leannlaplante3643]

The American Music Awards happened that day of the recording. Many artists were in town for that. Other artists were asked and they flew in from where they were. Netflix has a great documentary on the making of this. Egos were asked to stay out. Such a precious moment. Thank you for sharing.

[@silentangel9942]

This is one of the best song that have been ever made, vocals are amazing, itvs been over 20 years that I listening to this song and every time I had to have a full valume and get goosebumps 👍❤️

[@ShingenNolaan]

This is the ultimate collab. Unbeaten to this day, not only in scale but in purpose and execution. They all left their egos outside. And you can feel it. Too bad world ain't capable of stuff like this anymore.

[@kemalserbest1315]

The best of the best 👍🏼

[@connie77]

I love the reactions of the young people. I love seeing your lady smile so much. We were so blessed to be a part of these singers 😻

[@PCallahanPhilly]

Quincy posted a sign on the entrance to the studio that said “Leave your egos at the door” ☺️. What a major recording session.

[@lebronshairline4768]

And they did and made history

[@tiacalhoun3841]

This is a once in a lifetime masterpiece, we will never see this much talent in one song ever again….I cry everytime I watch this

[@k17reactions]

You guys need to watch the Making of We Are The World. You think the song is incredible, it will blow your mind how they put all this together in one night from about 10:00pm to 8:00am the next morning beginning after the Academy Awards.

[@lindahamilton5672]

Band Aid which comprised all the top musicians/pop artists did this first and it was on the back of that success that America followed suit. Both brilliant!

[@AndresMUy-vd2fy]

Band Aid no tuvo ni 5 % de la repercusión que tuvo esto.

[@kimberleymonari7544]

***Many Voices. Once Common Goal. Helping the Famine of Africa.

[@jschneider5500]

@ 8:55 is my favorite part of this reaction, just that super genuine smile that came from hearing Stevie, good stuff! Love you guys! Hope the little one is doing well! 🙏👍

[@darrellgreen4912]

They went straight from an award to the studio that’s how they were able to get all the celebrities together

[@mattmc5069]

What's beautiful is just how well everyone's voices is going together despite their very different genres and personalities. Pure talent.

[@sinisterkate5308]

how can it not sound good when the best musicians in the last few decades are singing together? stevie and the boss sounded really good together.... better than i remembered.

[@Lisa-qm8qd]

Great reaction! They actually redid this with newer artists to raise money for Haiti. It's called We Are The World 25 for Haiti. You guys should check it out

[@ledzepgirlnmful]

Band Aid also raised money for relief in Africa. They actually did it first. Band Aid was composed of primarily Artists from England and Ireland. Also, here in USA, Artists did a benefit for American Farmers and it was titled 'Farm Aid'.

[@carolynnewcomb2153]

It’s awesome that you’ve reacted to enough music that you recognize so many of the artists! You’re way ahead of most of your peers in your music knowledge I’m sure. Great reaction!

[@brookehornback1896]

I truly love this song.Had the 45 single record in 6th grade.

[@ProudAmerican10]

Cyndi Lauper And Steve Perry with the stars of this video by far the outlast everybody

[@sueprator9314]

The video hasn't even started yet and you guys are getting points just for being more mature about presenting it and knowing that there are bunch of top artists. Some reaction people are too young to even do this video right. Hey don't feel ur being corny, its nice to hear U all know who they are!

[@bernardsalvatore1929]

Quincy Jones told the crowd to check THEIR egos at the door and the rest is history!! I cried tears of joy every time I see this video!!

[@MaryEllen10862]

A room full of legends came together for a great cause and sad we will never see this kind of raw talent like this together ever again.

[@marilara4117]

Michael had a message and started speaking out about the industry and Hollywood and the Illuminati. He had a beautiful message and he was a genius

[@ArtsyMario]

Love this song so much. You guys should react to the remake of this song, they sung this song under in the 2010s for Haiti.

[@karenpowell6063]

I remember this well, what a glorious song all about hope and caring. Wish we had more of those things now . Great reaction guys

[@bribro6042]

I love this so much. A beautiful young couple on a musical journey of exploration. It's so cool to see you recognize artists from reactions you've done. Cheers to you guys. Love the channel keep up the great work :)

[@tee6394]

I loved these songs they came out with to raise money for charity. The UK one, Feed The World, and the Canadian one, Tears Are Not Enough are both excellent too.

[@bonsai67]

Check out "We're stars" by Hear 'n Aid, when various rock/metal bands came together to do their part to fight famine in Africa. It's awesome!!

[@soofitnsexy]

oh yeahhh!!!!

[@xilrion]

There was more talent in that room than in all awards halls in last 20 years.

[@oramonika9758]

Cindy's "Yeah,yeah,yeah,yeah" is iconic

[@gkuragari]

because one voice becomes ONE!!!

[@justindemski9999]

I remember when this came out. It was HUGE. I still have my cassette.

[@TheSmokey999]

Something like this will never happen again! I’m so glad I grew up when something like this came out !

[@gailw415]

Quincy Jones was smart by planning the taping after an awards show that made it easier to get everyone in one place

[@TheWilsontm]

Great song! So many awesome artist that are I know by the younger generation! No auto tune either! Just awesome voices, straight up! I’m impressed by your knowledge and appreciation of many of these artist! Great reaction! 💕

[@revaflowers3115]

So many genres of music,so many age groups, it was a great undertaking and was for a great cause.

[@mamaflush9945]

Hey guys...this is the most famous...and expensive choirs you'll ever hear in your life🤔and a thing of beauty 🤗😆🎶

[@kennethcallei1242]

Yo Reck... Now you done USA for Africa you gotta do "pt2"..... We are the world 25 USA for Haiti!

[@davehenley9980]

I was a year out of high school when this came out. It's awesome that you guys know these artist. Love ya'll reaction.

[@aursens3145]

When everyone sings with their heart, it’s beautiful! When Bruce Springsteen sings he does it with his heart and his guts: and it becomes big! Respect for the Boss!

[@spaceman5734]

We are one in love LOVE!!

[@marinemike1559]

I remember watching it on TV. The 80's was a very special decade.

[@gregcummings2826]

There's a interview here on KZbin with Lionel Richie on Jimmy Kimmel where he talks about calling Prince to be on this song and video but he made the mistake telling him he was going to put him next to Michael in a duet. Prince asked for a solo set and Lionel said he couldn't do it... Prince and Michael would have been nuts together on this track

[@adiarainfoster]

Everyone in that room was super talented and super famous. They didn't have enough solo parts for everyone who showed up, but even the singers in the background were superstars in their own right!

[@tylerhackner9731]

My moms high school class sung this at graduation (1985) lol

[@bamzilla.]

Nothing but legends. So many lost to time.

[@michaeldavis5610]

I just woke up to this,and couldn't have asked for a better song to start my day...Thank you guys,you two are the G.O.A.T."s

[@Samanthasmay]

I love how people smile when MJ makes his entrance. A legend among legends. ❤

[@LeathafaceTV]

The most beautiful thing about this song. Everybody checked their egos at the door and did something beautiful together.

[@robertwagner5287]

I hope you two never change a thing. You both are so genuine and your love for music shines through in this reaction. It was so cool seeing you starstruck now the same as I was back when this song was released. Great reaction!!

[@lydz81]

They actually remade this song in 2010 when Haiti had the earth quake. It has Justin Bieber, Janet Jackson, Jennifer Hudson, Toni Braxton, Usher, Wyclef and a whole bunch of other artists

[@lydz81]

along with lil wayne nipsey busta snoop and other rappers added to it

[@gjalie]

and each one had a great voice of their own, amazing group of talent!

[@teamskullgirls6403]

This song makes me cry every time I listen to it because of the talent that was put together to help Africa

[@terrancethomas9792]

All the radio stations in NYC agreed to play this at the same time. You could turn the dial and not miss a beat.

[@dwhite849]

There was a sign above the door walking into the studio. It said "check your egos at the door