on March 7th, 1985 at 12pm eastern time noon almost all radio station worldwide played this song at the same time as it debuted to a worldwide audience estimated at over 2 billion.

James Ingram is the one you didn’t know. He’s no longer living, left to soon. Great reaction guys🎶🎶💕🦋

Dionne Warwick did a collaboration with Elton John, Stevie Wonder, and Gladys Knight covering “That’s What Friends Are For” to raise funds for AIDS. It’s a great piece to react to.

Stevie Wonder and Bruce Springsteen, the duet we never knew we needed! Their last part were recorded a little later. Quincy realized they needed a few more minutes to fill out the song and Stevie and Bruce were the closest to the recording studio, so they came back and did that part. If you pay close attention you will notice that SW has on a different shirt altogether.

I love that there’s no egos, no divas, just amazing people making amazing music!!

I've heard this song 1000's of times and still get chills. Everybody does a great job. I really love Huey Lewis's line in the bridge. It was a perfect placement for him, and he kills it. Oh and yeah, Dan Aykroyd can really sing. He was one of the Blues Brothers!

Great reaction, guys! I was 11 years old when this song came out and it took the world by storm. I never get tired of hearing it. Stevie & Bruce together are perfection. Cyndi Lauper showed off her chops, too!

Great reaction. Some info. Quincy Jones put a sign up that said "check your ego at the door" and everyone did. Michael Jackson & Lionel Ritchie wrote the song. Dan Aykroyd was in the top movie of the year. Ghostbusters. He wasn't the only actor involved either. The complete list of everyone involved in this song is pretty much a "who were the most famous in the 70's-80's". With the Super Bowl analogy, I will say this: This is like getting every star from every Super Bowl & putting them all on one team. I will leave the list here. 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 “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

Dan Acroyd was in the Blues Brothers, he can sing.

Michael Jackson got everyone together for this and many other charitable causes. Without MJ you don't see it much anymore unfortunately.

Most people don't realize how much this impacted the country, world. Literally united us all for a common cause. Pretty amazing

Quincy Jones did such an amazing job on this. How he chose which artists to sing together is amazing. My favorite was Stevie Wonder and Bruce Springsteen. They are such a usual pair but worked out so well together. I had heard Dan Ackroyd was in the studio where they were recording this and they asked him to participate if he wanted to.

Great reaction! Dan Ackroyd was part of The Blues Brothers and can sing. In fact a lot of big recording artists also appeared with him in the Blues Brothers movie.

The music/instruments, Michael Jackson solos, and guiding vocal tracks were recorded at Kenny Rogers's Lion Share Studios in the days leading up to the big recording. Days later, some solos (Stevie Wonder) were also recorded at Lion Share. He donated that studio time. The singers gathered at A&M Studios. Harry Bellefonte spoke to Kenny Rogers about a fundraising song. Kenny's long-time manager Ken Kregan spoke with Lionel Richie, Quincy Jones, and Michael Jackson. It was largely Ken Kragen who pulled more artists into the project.

The song embodies the true spirit of America. I cry when I see this song its truly beautiful. I miss our unity before the ish. Come on America where you at?!! U.S.A., U.S.A., U.S.A.!!!!!!!!!

A example of the American spirit we need this back. Come on America where you at?!!!!! Spread the message of the song

I love seeing the younger generation react to this. I grew up in the 80's. I may be biased but I think 80's was the best music. Glad to see your reaction.

I was 14 when this came out, my childhood and still holds a very special place in my heart.

P.S. Dionne Warwick is Whitney Houston's aunt. Had this been made a year or 2 later, Whitney would have been part of it as well. That year (1985), she released "Whitney Houston", which was the biggest selling debut album at the time.

I remember when this came out in I think March 1985. It was to raise money and awareness for the famine in Ethiopia. Prior to this song in Britain Bob Geldof had formed Band Aid, recorded in a day with British pop stars that had flown in from all over and released "Do They Know It's Christmas" in November 1984. You might want to take a listen to that song as well since it's the time of year. Geldof later went on to organize that historic Live Aid concert in July 1985.It was wonderful when all the stars set their egos aside to work together.

JAMES INGRAM!!.. LOL I'm proud of u guys!!.. Love Ur attitude and respect and ABOVE ALL..U agree with the Message in this Epic Song!!... Giving Love and Respect to ALL.. THTS IT.. Best Blessings for U and Ur Family brothers!!... ✌❤😎🙏🇺🇸👍👍

Some Willie songs are Always on My Mind, On The Road Again, Blue Eyes Cryin' In The Rain. He did a duet with Ray Charles called Seven Spanish Angels and him and his son Lucas did a cover of Just Breathe by Pearl Jam. His son sounds EXACTLY like him when he was younger! Great reaction!

YES, it is THE ONLY true version. the haiti one wasn't too bad. but nothing , i mean nothing can compare to the original. it is super epic. and once a life time.

This gives me chills evrrytime I watch irt

So much to focus on! I don’t know how many times I’ve seen this video, and I still am deeply moved by it. I’ve never seen it commented on. And it’s hard to have a stand out with so many amazing artist in one room but, with that said, I’m always amazed at how well Cyndi Lauper fills her moment in this whole thing. Oh, and all without auto tune.

Dudes, remember that Dan Akroyd and John Belushi were the Blues Brothers and sold a lot of records. This was recorded right after a music industry awards show because a lot of them were there for the show. I cry every time I hear this ever since it hit the charts. ❤️

Willie Nelson and Ray Charles did a duet Seven Spanish Angels 👼. Great song!!!!🎼🎶🎄🎵

This song won 4x Platinum RIAA certifications, it is considered as the fastest-selling single ever. Thanks for posting guys!

Hard to believe that people don't know this, I'm old. It was Epic! I have them all listed in order in my old calendar/journal. Too bad the current famous singers never came together like this for the d*_# pandemic.

I miss you Michael ♥️

I love Bruce Springsteen's voice. They all killed it, but Bruce killed it, woke it back up and then killed it again, especially when he came in with Stevie Wonder. I love it when he belted out, "We are the world!! We are the children!!!!" The man sung like he was giving birth to something inside of him!! I got chills!!!

like your comments and all you know about the singers even don't you listen their music before. We are The World...the greatest song ever!!!

Willie Nelson Always on my Mind & On the road Again

it will take a miracle to see this happen again in my life time.

Radio back then was EVERYTHING! AND we got videos!

By far one of best reactions to this beautiful song 🤘🏽🔥

Its 46 people in total, Im not sure about artists today they cant sing this good maybe a few of them but this is so much talent in one place its insane

the legends in music industry performing all together....,i miss this...,thank you......

Good to see the guy in the hat knowing the names of so many of the artiste, I notice no one can recognise Harry Belaphonte, good also to see the guy in the felt hat,even knowing the back story.

Dionne slaps her small contribution from that amazing note.

I'm sure someone's told you already, but the man you didn't know, was James Ingram! Two of my favorite songs of his are 'Find One Hundred Ways' and 'Just Once'! But my #1 from James has to be 'Give Me Forever (I Do)'... it was the song I walked down the aisle to, at my wedding! My dad and I were brought to the venue (my husband's firehouse) in a vintage fire truck driven by my father-in-law! Then I walked down the aisle to my now husband.... in April, we'll be married 30 years!

There was a concert simulcast from London and Philadelphia July 13 1985. All day to raise money for Africa, particularly Etheopia. Phil Collins played in London and flew to Philly to perform there. I was glued to the tv all day.

Willie Nelson On the Road Again and You Were Always on My Mind .. FAB! ❤

A well-known Willie Nelson song would probably be "On the Road Again."

Dan Ackroyd was representing the Blue Brothers, which he was in with John Belushi

Love this, thanks guys.

I remember when it was played simultaneously on the radio stations. It was such a huge deal that our school tuned into the radio sation and let all the students hear it over the PA system.

Dan Akroyd actually has a pretty good voice. Check out the movie "The Blues Brothers", you'll be surprised how good he and John Belushi sound.

I was 3 when this came out and remember watching this on TV. My family bought one of those white sweatshirts

The dark VERY HANDSOME man in the back is Harry Belafonte. He is the one who came up with the original idea ... then passed it on to be produced here.

This is one of those songs that played on pop contemporary stations, country stations, adult contemporary stations, you name it. Love it or hate it, you couldn't get away from it.

Check out “Still Not Dead”, “Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain”, “On The Road Again”, and of course “Whiskey River”. Toby Keith “I’ll Never Smoke Weed With Willie Again” ❤️☮️🎄🤶🏼

Dan Akroyd was in it (and knew what it was) because he was one of the BLUES BROTHERS (which started as a skit on SNL and then a big hit movie 5 years before this) with John Belushi. Also, Akroyd was a co-fournder/owner of the HOUSE OF BLUES.

James Ingram was the performer you were talking about towards the end. He is a legend great commentary guys👋🏿

I love Steve perry voice!

this is a great review you two guys are right on time.and your comments on the music is great too

The story behind Dan Ayrkoyd is he walked into the building the day of the recording looking for an agent and walked into the wrong room. They asked him while he was there if he wanted to participate in the song and the rest is history.

Quincy said if you want to pull on the heart strings, end with Ray Charles. That was Jeffery Osborne at the end with Ray. Correction. James Ingram.

Kenny Rogers and Paul Symmon, Diana Ross and Michael Bruce Springsten and Ray...ooohhh🥰🎶

Does anyone else see Dan Ackroyd in this video and get Dwight vibes from The Office? 🤣

Willie Nelson songs to name just a few, "Pancho, and Leftie", "Seven Spanish Angels" with Ray Charles, and "You were Always on my mind" are a few that come to my mind

Willie Nelson songs. Always On My Mind, Seven Spanish Angels, On The Road Again, Crying In The Rain. All great songs.

Springsteen drove his pickup truck to the session everyone else went into limos

Great reaction and yes we need more of this especially now!!!

Mad respect for you knowing many of the artists on here.

OMG, I actually remember when this was released... 😂 Willie Nelson is a legend, still making music. One of the more recent ones is Lord, it's hard to be humble (not his original, but hilarious) with two of his sons. Please check that one too 😊

Great Willie songs are Seven Spanish Angels, Pancho and Lefty, On The Road Again, Luckenbach Texas with Waylon. He's just had such a career. There's too many to say. He wrote great songs that others made famous also.

A choir never to be repeated. I remember that time in history. It was a beutiful time. So many legends in one room.

Willie Nelson's version of Elvis Presley's "You Are Always on My Mind"is a must do reaction! Very emotional and heartfelt ❤

Everytime I watch a reaction to this video, they smile when Michael Jackson starts to sing. A voice silenced to soon. RIP, Michael.

Ugh the bridge of the song 🎵 is immaculate

Everyone misses Paul Simmon. (First white guy)

My fave Willie Nelson song is Blue Eyes Crying In the Rain

Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi (The Blues Brothers) charted with their cover of Sam and Dave's Soul Man. Aykroyd was a decent singer who loved Blues music.

Willie Nelson has done a fantastic duet with the Norwegian Idol and world Idol winner Kurt Nielsen. Lost Highway its called, you should really react to that!

People for get that Dan Aykroyd can sing and plays instruments. He is Elwood Blues of the Blues Brothers after all.

I was in high school when this came out and I still love it to this day. There will never be this amount of talent in the same room like this ever again because todays artists have egos that wont fit in a room with anyone else. The 80s was the best decade ever!

Willie Nelson Angel flying too Close to the Ground and I’m some Lonesome I could cry

I love this song. Love how everyone can together for a good cause .They all sound amazing . Love y’all commentary

I remember when they broadcasted this live on tv

Excellent! Great job! 👍👍

Always on my mind by Willie is incredible.

Willie Nelson…Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain.

I enjoyed this reaction. Monty is knowledgeable and respectful of the different artists in this project and that was a pleasant change. My one suggestion is they may want to use headsets for the entire experience.

My favourite voices!!! 😎 BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN ★ STEVE PERRY★ STEVIE WONDER★ 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

Dan Aykroyd was part of the Blues Brothers!

Kia ora from NZ... Has anyone suggested Willie Nelson and Ray Charles - Seven Spanish Angels from the 80s💜

Quincy Jones put up a sign that said "Leave your egos at the door." SINGERS 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 “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

Thanks for you wonderful and authentic reaction. We need more from and of you. And the singer you were asking about is James Ingram. ❤❤

45singers were there singing this song

Prince Rogers Nelson (RIP) was supposed to be there that night, but turned it down (kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b9SIerqV2Jjapqs.html). Go to the 5:24 mark in that video link for that story. Michael Jackson skipped the awards ceremony to record his vocals in the first chorus. Steve Perry was the first to arrive at the studio and saw Michael in the midst of recording a take. Steve's first comment upon seeing Michael there: "Am I dreaming?" True story.

When I was looking at the behind the scenes footage I did see where Ray Charles and Stevie wonders they were so happy to be a part of that

I feel like I need to remind people that the person initially responsible for this is Harry Belafonte, who we just lost. And it’s really written by MJ. Lionel wrote like 3 words, which is why they changed lyrics for the one for Haiti. To settle the dispute of him being credited as co writer.

I love this! ❤ & I love you sharing this one with your friend. Great job guys! 👏 🥰

Poco a poco se van a explayar mejor en cada reaccion, buen video y mucha suerte.

My mom and aunt always threw us a big Halloween party. The year this came out we all got We Are The World 45 records. I wish I’d of cherished it more, but I was young and didn’t realize it’s importance. Best song ever. When Michael was still perfect.

Willie Nelson has Funny how time slips away is good. Dionne Warwick was on a song call Just What Friends Are For featuring Stevie Wonder, Elton John and Gladys Knight.

Did someone say that ad-libber near Ray Charles' ending ad-libs is James Ingram, Quincy Jones' protege. Someone may have answered this by now. He passed away a couple of years ago. BRILLIANT ARTIST! XOXOX

RIL Kenny Rogers, James Ingram, Quincy Jones, June Pointer, Ray Charles, and MJ.

Every one of these people has a whole rabbit hole of their own to discover! I look forward to yalls journey!