USA For Africa - We Are The World First Time Reaction

[@karenj3611]

The vocalists in appearance 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

[@leed119]

Very nice

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Oh wow this is perfect! Thank you! 🙏🏽

[@nelerhabarber5602]

@@RadJarrettTheIntrovert Bruce Springsteen is the boss. react to dancing in the street.

[@seanscanlon9067]

@@nelerhabarber5602 I think you mean Dancing in the Dark.

[@nelerhabarber5602]

@@seanscanlon9067 Of course, sorry!😁

[@ronkrupovich7152]

This is the America I love! Yes, goose bumps even all these years later!

[@deniseadkins2901]

And tears...

[@majkus]

When Harry Belafonte was 'just' a member of the chorus, you know you're looking at a cast of all-stars.

[@AlwaysEPDoris]

I understand Harry was the originator of the idea for this, and got it all started.

[@lynnecurrie7561]

Stevie and Bruce!!....the duet you never knew you needed. Sooo many legendary performers!!!

[@michaelanthony8392]

Silky smooth and pure emotional grit! Genius!!!

[@Stretch1003]

This song WAS a who's who in the popular music scene across multiple genres in 1985. And it is JUST as moving, JUST as pertinent now as it was then. Simply amazing.

[@rotan.1103]

こんばんは🌌お疲れさまです。スターさん達歌声最高に、胸に響きますね🙂MICHAELJACKSON、TINATYLER、DIANAROSS、Stevie Wonder、ライオネスリッチー、私も大好きなSINGER、歌手です。

[@bigdragon8004]

Every singer in there was a legend. They all put aside thier personal egos to creat a masterpiece.

[@debramoore7513]

Never get tired of this video!! But I’m sure of one thing .. I don’t think today’s artists would set aside their differences long enough to pull something like this off .. and that’s a shame!! Love Tina Turner and I think Cindy Lauper “kills it” on the vocals! Thanks for your reaction!!

[@ShyAnn291]

Yeah a lot of artists today have to much of an ego, which is sad!

[@LK-qz7eh]

Cyndi Lauper blows me away with her performance. You’re right, the artists of today are too full of themselves. The singers of today are not as talented and don’t stand a chance to pull this off.

[@GoldenFingerPIcker]

Ya and autotunes would be crashed. lol

[@jrasicmark1]

Actually, they did do two newer versions with totally different artists. One the 25th anniversary of the original, a group of different artists recorded a new version for the earthquake in Haiti. And in 2018 a group of Broadway performers (including a few legendary names) came together as Broadway United to sing their version. There were a couple of unique voices in both versions that not everyone appreciated, but both also included some really amazing legends and standout performances. The Haiti version also included new verses performed as a rap with some of rap's biggest names. Nothing will ever replace the original, but IMHO, all versions have something to appreciate.

[@debramoore7513]

@@jrasicmark1 Thank you for the info .. did not know that! 🤩

[@christinamann3640]

This was an all-night session of recording and filming after the American Music Awards, which is how they were available in one place.

[@mik9124]

I always did , always will Love Cindy ... and all others too ... Ray and Stevie / Bruce on top is more than you can wish for

[@karenj3611]

There was a great need for famine relief at the time. This was released in March of 1985, Live Aid was in July of 1985. Live Aid raised over 127 Million and USA for Africa raised 75 million.

[@leed119]

Live Aid was a world wide broadcast..

[@trinasp]

LOL 4:56 “David Hasselhoff?” You got the initials right! Darryl Hall from Hall and Oates.

[@maryadamec124]

Thank you Rad for the nostalgic trip back... to when people actually appreciated music ... and each other!! Quincy Jones had a sign outside the door "Please leave your ego outside"... and they all did! The 'good old days' of honesty, respect for one another and integrity for a belief... what has happened to this world now?? Why have we not had ANY fundraising concerts like LIVE AID lately?? These heroes were awesome, and we have been so blessed to have their music in our lives today... Thanks again! Blessings...

[@debbers]

Your delightful smile said everything! Great reaction Rad! Someone else listed all the singers and when they appear so I won't go into any of that, but you'll be surprised at who you missed! Love from Michigan!

[@rotan.1103]

Ray Charlesも、素敵なSINGERですよね✨✨大好きです✨✨

[@sydneysomer9958]

Every single person was a LEGEND in the 80's when the song and video was made. It was INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!! It moved not just a nation, but the entire world as it was released and played at the exact same time on radio stations around the world.

[@reshaud81]

There comes a time when we heed a certain call (Lionel Richie) When the world must come together as one (Lionel Richie & Stevie Wonder) There are people dying (Stevie Wonder) Oh, and it's time to lend a hand to life (Paul Simon) The greatest gift of all (Paul Simon/Kenny Rogers) We can't go on pretending day by day (Kenny Rogers) That someone, somehow will soon make a change (James Ingram) We're all a part of God's great big family (Tina Turner) And the truth (Billy Joel) You know love is all we need (Tina Turner/Billy Joel) ( CHORUS ) We are the world, we are the children We are the ones who make a brighter day so let's start giving (Michael Jackson) There's a choice we're making we're saving our own lives (Diana Ross) It's true we'll make a better day just you and me (Michael Jackson/Diana Ross) Well, send'em you your heart so they know that someone cares (Dionne Warwick) And their lives will be stronger and free (Dionne Warwick/Willie Nelson) As God has shown us by turning stone to bread (Willie Nelson) And so we all must lend a helping hand (Al Jurreau) ( REPEAT CHORUS ) We are the world, we are the children (Bruce Springsteen) We are the ones who make a brighter day so let's start giving (Kenny Logins) There's a choice we're making we're saving our own lives (Steve Perry) It's true we'll make a better day just you and me (Daryl Hall) When you're down and out there seems no hope at all (Michael Jackson) But if you just believe there's no way we can fall (Huey Lewis) Well, well, well, let's realize that a change can only come (Cyndi Lauper) When we (Kim Carnes) stand together as one (Kim Carnes/Cyndi Lauper/Huey Lewis) (REPEAT CHORUS AND FADE ) (additional ad-lib vocals by Bob Dylan, Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, James Ingram) Additional Voices: Dan Aykroyd Harry Belafonte Lindsey Buckingham Bob Dylan Sheila E. Bob Geldof John Oates Jackie Jackson LaToya Jackson Marlon Jackson Randy Jackson Tito Jackson Waylon Jennings "Pop-Up Video" stated that he left the recording session due to a dispute over the lyrics. The News Kenny Loggins Bette Midler Jeffery Osborne The Pointer Sisters Smokey Robinson Michael Boddicker - Synthesizers, Programming Paulinho da Costa - Percussion Louis Johnson - Bass Quincy Jones - Producer Michael Omartian - Keyboards, Producer Greg Phillinganes - Keyboards John Robinson - Drums

[@debbienewton909]

Awesome detail! Thank you for taking time to write all of that!

[@JMartin0409]

Don’t know who you are but props to you for all this detail! 🎼❤️

[@missdebbie8131]

You know, just when I think nobody truly makes an effort for someone else, something like this pops up. This took time, it's wonderfully detailed, and I know it's appreciated. I was a 20 year old when this song came out and sad to say we kind of made fun of it like the immature dweebettes and dweebs we were...I have a new appreciation now, thanks to reaction videos and a list like this. It was cool, after all. Thanks.

[@peggiebradley7434]

Legends! So beautiful.

[@dorothyward3234]

So many of them are gone now, but they left this song for us.Now we need to love everyone.

[@4MINGTHOUGHTS]

From this, a time of diversity & unity, to today's racial division breaks my heart. The world was coming together in the 80's. There was such diversity in the entertainment world & people weren't worried about political correctness or racial tension. I so miss those times. One day I hope a generation gets to experience what us 80's kids got to experience. Best decade IMO. Love & Peace to all!

[@GorillasAndGardens]

You can have many reactions to each soloist and chorus member. So many greats!

[@cathysmith2941]

I remember when this came on live and it was so nice seeing all these celebrities get together and sing this song.. such togetherness we need more of this in this world we live in today more togetherness showing love and care for another human being

[@annak8666]

"David Hasselhoff" made me laugh so hard :-) Greetings from Germany !

[@trekkiexb5]

that was Darryl Hall from Hall & Oates!

[@Elizabeth-yp8re]

Harry Belafonte is so good looking 🥰

[@ValerieMurphy-yv8qt]

Yes Kenny is a legand so many legands in this song

[@MaryEllen10862]

Once in a life time of a group of legends getting together for a great cause. These singers are all legends in their own genres of music. We were so Blessed to have this many iconic legends in our life back then. All absolutely amazing singers with great vocals and were all unique. These days are so missed. I love your reaction to the greats singers of the past thank you.

[@elizabethdumas4147]

You have a very soothing voice in contrast to many other hyper reactors. I enjoy listening to you.

[@carrielaliberte3255]

So many legends!! One of my absolute favourite songs! Talent - mind blowing!! Cause- beautiful and true!❤️

[@tonydelapa1911]

Thanks RJ! Enjoyed your reaction and seeing how many you recognized. All of those artists deserve a lot of credit for that production.

[@msshelley74]

They are all legends but don’t hold it against yourself and I recognize him so you are young I am almost 49 in March and I was 11 years old when this was filled

[@LK-qz7eh]

Same here. I was 11 years old when this came out. The song makes me more emotional now than it did then.

[@batyataylor9298]

I have seen a few of these reaction videos and this is one of the best. Darryl hall as David Hasselhoff 😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤭🤭🤭. There was another version of this for Haiti with Mary j Blige, Justin Bieber, etc. But nothing will ever compare to the original! It was amazing..... Every radio station played it at the same time when it was released in 1985. What a memory.

[@MSUSPARTANS1973]

Best part of reaction? “David Hasselhoff?” written over Daryl Hall as he was singing. That is hilarious!

[@loleix]

Deal Rad, here are a few of Singers Lionel Richie, Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon, Kenny Rogers, James Ingram, Billy Joel, Tina Turner, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, Dionne Warwick, Willie Nelson, Al Jarreau, Bruce Springsteen, Kenny Loggins, Steve Perry, Daryl Hall, Huey Lewis, Cyndi Lauper, und Kim Carnes. Greetings and ❤️from Germany

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

🙏🏽❤️

[@luisalbertocalla6649]

Tienes que escuchar a todos los que no conoces, en especial a Steve Perry, Diana Ross y BillyJoel!!! Saludos desde Tandil, Argentina! 🇦🇷💪

[@chinneynz7861]

Oh Man, you are looking at the best of the best of the best LEGENDS.....It's incredible. The 80's were truly magical.

[@sallycriss353]

This was my senior year of high school. Yes, it was a big deal at the time.

[@joshblaylock948]

u gotta be a super 80s fan of all music to get them all but yes they are all legends

[@christinelegate8137]

They are all legends of music, the like you’ll probably never see again. Also, as you can see, black and white are coming together for the good of the whole, instead of all the divisive crp of today.

[@sandramarlow7607]

The guy was legendary rest in peace Kenny Rogers!!! If I didn't know now u do check out his music fire!!!!

[@brianmatthews1736]

“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 Quincy Jones -- conductor

[@kellyanderson7624]

That legend (with the whiten hair and beard) is Kenny Rogers, and yes he IS a legend. One of the greatest country singers of all time and one of my favorites. His was the first record I owned when I was 6 years old. He died a few years ago and I bawled my eyes out. He was good friends with Lionel Richie too. Kenny Rogers has some great songs, you should react to them. Start with The Gambler, Coward of the County, Lucille and Lady. There are SO MANY more, but those 4 are a great starting point. You won't be disappointed. Kenny Rogers is AWESOME!

[@suzanrhodes]

We Are the World 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 These people sang in the chorus: 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, Anita Pointer, June Pointer, Ruth Pointer and Smokey Robinson.

[@christopherbaldwin2005]

ALL legend's!

[@catherinehodges2018]

I had a We Are the World maternity shirt back in the day when this was made.

[@karlapeck1358]

Great selection! This brings me back. You were on point about the fund raising effort. This was an era of many bands coming together for worthy causes. You should check out Band Aid, the UKs version with a song called “Do They Know It’s Christmas?”

[@kaynewsom6780]

They are all legends

[@craigreid7178]

I don't recall there being other versions of this. This was the one and only as far as I know. You may have heard clips from it here and there.

[@leeby67]

You have the Pointer Sisters, Quincy Jones, The Jacksons, Latoya Jackson, Sheila E. Harry Belafonte, Bette Midler, Jeffrey Osborne, Smokey Robinson, Dan Aykroyd, Huey Lewis & The News, Bob Geldolf, Waylon Jennings, Hall & Oats, the backround

[@purecolrartist]

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

[@documentmedic9385]

I was 9 when this song came out in 1985. USA for Afric recorded it for free because Ethiopia,was experiencing a severe famine at the time.Through the sale of the album, I think USA for Africa raised about 65 million dollars, which they then donated to various charities that could provide relief. I used to know all the lyrics, because our music teacher would always have us sing it in class. It always felt special to hear it played.

[@SGI999]

Memories💟💟💟

[@soledadmegias7335]

Gracias a michael...❤ Eterno ser

[@leed119]

Freddie also joined at Live Aid when they sang this.

[@marggie4129]

They sang..Do they know its Christmas at Live Aid..but its a great group song too!

[@leed119]

@@marggie4129 I stand corrected...Thinking of the USA part...

[@marggie4129]

@Lee d its fine. I mix things up alot so no judgement.😊

[@leed119]

@@marggie4129 All good. I also know that there were many/many videos made of USA for Africa and Of Live Aid...They all run together in my mind now. In a good way..

[@bandmom3505]

And Quincy Jones directing!

[@ericnordstrom4335]

I don't know if anybody's commented but the people you missed was Paul Simon Kenny Loggins Kenny Rogers Huey Lewis Diana Ross and a few other ones that I don't remember who they were but also if you look closely near the end of the video even Bette Midler was a guest singer because she has a beautiful voice

[@alberto-os1bx]

Bruce Springsteen cries when he sings. Reminds me of Johnny Ray.

[@kellyanderson7624]

The one you thought was David Hasselhoff is Darryl Hall from Hall and Oates.

[@terrilabeth]

Absolutely star packed for that time? Does it make me old or does it make you young that I can name everybody there and you think Daryl Hall is David Hasselhoff? 😂 😂 Huge deal to get so many stars for that time, some that are for all time, in one room to do this song. I still know every word. ❤️

[@cenedra2143]

I thought it was Paul Young that he confused with Hasselhoff 😂😂

[@terrilabeth]

@@cenedra2143 😂 After I bragged did I get that wrong? I also thought they were all from the United States and Paul Young was from Britain? I think? Now I am confused? 😂

[@cenedra2143]

@@terrilabeth no you're probably right, I was laughing at how many years I had thought that was Paul Young 😂😂

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

😂😂 i definitely failed there

[@jeannieschmidt2217]

@@cenedra2143 lol - Paul Young isn't in this one. He's in the UK one - Do They Know It's Christmas?

[@langdale55]

If you look up the definition of genius in the dictionary, it says Quincy Jones!

[@KarenBaker616263]

Yes ~ Goose Bumps for sure! I feel so old!!

[@karenj3611]

There was a reboot of this done 25 years later. USA for Haiti. Check it out. Also very good

[@beatrizarconada8716]

Speachless ! Great video ! Greetings for You from Buenos Aires, Argentina 🇦🇷🙋

[@sdhartley74]

this was a really popular song sung in school programs for a while. I'm pretty sure I sang it in 6th grade chorus.

[@Assassyn1980]

When you can...check out " That's What Friends are For" Dionne Warwick. (Whitney Houstons aunt)

[@deniseadkins2901]

Yes, in the '80s we made a choice that saved us. Will the present and future generations make a choice as well or will that end the US? We hand it off to them. Good luck because it wasn't always easy but it was a different time. You have blessings that we didn't have. Please make your own music that's full of love and honor. You got off to a bad start but that can change. Make the choice to survive. Don't stay victims.

[@amberburris5674]

❤ Much love! One of my favorites!

[@davidkriner3799]

Rock is forever. You have witnessed the foundation of Rock ✌️

[@veronicavanderver7270]

Love the song its awesome. It embodies the American spirit and shows our diversity and inclusion before all the ish and our unity we had.

[@Assassyn1980]

ALSO "Lady". KENNY ROGERS

[@saragrant3981]

See what the younger generation have been missing 😊

[@williamjamesrapp7356]

William James Rapp 1 year ago SINGERS IN ORDER LIONEL RICHIE STEVY WONDER PAUL SIMON KENNY ROGERS JAMES INGRAM TINA TURNER BILLY JOEL MICHAEL JACKSON DIANNA ROSS DEON WARWICK WILLY NELSON AL GERO BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN KENNY LOGINS STEVE PERRY DARYLE HALL MICHAEL JACKSON HUEY LEWIS CINDY LAUPER KIM KARNS CHORUS BOB DYLAN CHORUS RAY CHARLES DUO ( STEVY WONDER & BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN ) CHORUS JAMES INGRAM RAY CHARLES There were other greats also in this video such as DAN AKAROYD John Oats THE JACKSON FIVE including Latoya Jackson The Pointer Sisters Smokey Robinson and a few others. ***ALL LEGENDS IN THEIR DAY***

[@emmamurphy9955]

Thats kenny Roger's yes he is a legend

[@flippinpages6550]

Learn from this. The white legends were important also. All of these people made up an era of amazing music.

[@anne-mariesindruprix4792]

most of the had attended the grammys nearby - - and the rest chose to ride - - . There is a making of where you can see the rehearsals and recording. Jane Fonda talks us through the whole night.

[@headrushindi]

This was the FIRST recording of the song ..then years later it was re recorded for Haiti

[@ivanvera4199]

Every single person in there is a triple platinum star in their own right. Google each one. Raising money for famine in Africa.... feed them.

[@Elizabeth-yp8re]

Great song😁😎😘

[@msshelley74]

OK some of the people are Harry Belafonte Cyndi Lauper Huey Lewis Kenny Rogers Willie Nelson Smokey Robinson Tina Turner Paul Simon Stevie Wonder Ray Charles Bob Dylan and Dan Aykroyd there are many other ones in here as soon as I find a write up with all the names I will put them in for you

[@reshaud81]

This came out in 1985. I was four years old! #80sBaby

[@tamara_diamonds422]

David hassleoff. Dead. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. But you are the only one who thought that.

[@rachellindsey4212]

You can Google "USA For Africa with names"!

[@judgildea]

All Star team from people you don't recognize..but you should..lol

[@pattylisk6170]

Being that Rad was probably not even born yet I think we’ll give him a pass

[@karenstrong8887]

The little one up third is Paul Simon followed by Kenny Rogers. Live Aid and Queen did it better and raised more money. And I love all of the guys. Ray Charles was my first crush when I was a kid.

[@richardrobinson4020]

We used to do inspiring things....

[@doscuramenos]

hey, it's Wesley Snipes!...

[@daren7889]

After going through the 2016 Election horror, Covid 19 Disaster , we definitely need this POWERFUL ,uplifting , positive music! I have been listening to it over and over and over again! 🤗🥰🤗🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🎄🎄

[@PaulB-vi5bl]

There are no other versions. This is the ONLY one. Others are no versions. They are nothing!

[@nonilove17]

That was Kenny Roger's, my Ma use to listen to him back in the day, think u missed Diana Ross tho lol 💜

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

🤦🏽‍♂️

[@aprilnewsome1932]

Right? Oh and Tina Turner. She is such a legend, even her life story is truly powerful! It's always better to see people react to this a little farther into reactions from the 80s music cus they are more blown away by all the legends and more excited how many they recognize. I've even seen a few go back and watch it again after a while to see if they can guess them all. 😂😂 I have even seen a couple look into Bruce Springsteen after this cus they had to hear how he sounded in a whole song.

[@mik9124]

there is only one version ... the thrue one

[@Elizabeth-yp8re]

Hall and Oats, Sarah Smile 😎

[@lynettechoulee6822]

Please react to Morisette Amon’s ‘Akin ka na lang’

[@sandramarlow7607]

React to Busta Rhymes Janet Jackson. What's it's gonna be Fire 🔥

[@ravenlord7144]

I just now found your channel and have been looking through your archives. Likely will be subscribing as well. I would *love* to see your reaction to this song: Wolf Totem by The Hu, the official video. I've been enjoying your insight as you discover new music and would be quite interested to see what you make of them. If you turn on English subtitles, you should be able to get the English translation of the lyrics, as they sing in another language. I won't say what that language is, so that it's more of a complete experience for you without expectations.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@Bbawi]

Recap for ChinLung Chuak Artist We are the world Newvation Myanmar (Burma) People 😢😢😢

[@amberburris5674]

Also gotta say I am against giving to Ukraine

[@thomasbaker7727]

Kenny Rogers.

[@Yldcatz]

Dan Akroyd?

[@patrickmurchison9145]

He may be the only one there not known for having a singing career.

[@BedbugGaming]

@@patrickmurchison9145 Blue Brothers got him there.

[@veronicavanderver7270]

Kenny rodgers

[@eujanarda3495]

Hey nice video pls react to child in time live by Deep purple or dazed and confused by led zeppelin im sure you will love it

[@olivehealy603]

Thank you could you pleare react to Michael Jackson superbowl perforamce