You are one of the first reactors Ive seen recognizing Paul Simon. You did a good job with most of em! I grew up in the 80s and it was truly astounding musically.
I'm a 56 year old Swedish woman and I lived in Cali when this song came out. I too get goosebumps hearing this song. It's absolutly one of my all time favourites.
This song has singers from the 60s 70's 80's. Every singer is a Star in their own right in every genre. I was 25 when this song came out. It's a true classic here!!!
This is everyone donating their talents. Most of todays artist would insist on making some money or want top billing. These great people left their egos at the door for a great cause! The one guy with the beard you said looked familiar was Kenny Loggins. He is the king of movie soundtracks! You did great on recognizing everybody!!💜💜💜
Time codes indicate start of first solo 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
Quincy Jones was a genius! Who knew we needed to hear some of these duets? Dionne Warwick with Willie Nelson. Paul Simon with Kenny Rogers. Bruce and Stevie…. Bruce and Stevie!
Back then we all knew all of those artists across racial lines. Today I don't think this generation can name artists outside of their preferred music genres. 😢
These were the stars of the 80's, it probably won't happen again. This was after a music awards show. Michael and Lionel wrote this song too. Prince made a song for the album, he was too cool to be there at the time. Quincy Jones told them to leave their ego at the door and they did.
Prince felt he was too cool for any & everything. Such a diva attitude. It's sad because he was sooooo talented & soo great in so many areas. His attitude & ego just took it a step back. 😢
Prince always recorded his vocals alone in the studio. That's how he did his best work. He couldn't do that there, and he was not going to be on any recording if he didn't feel that he was at his best. He offered to do a guitar solo on it, but Quincy told him flat out we need you to sing not play guitar. Prince did support the cause by submitting a song for the project, and he sent Sheila E. there as a representative from his camp.
Love Prince, hard to think of anyone who was as talented at, well literally everything, every instrument, lyrics, production. The things that made him great also made him a bit of a control freak. I could name other musical geniuses that I might say the same about, but none as overall talented or creative as Prince. I have often thought over the years that he could have enacted so much more change in the world, but he lived in his head mostly. As I do, and many of us do. So it's not a criticism. I think it's what makes Prince the enigma that he was.
In 1984/85 Africa, specifically Ethiopia suffered a severe drought, that killed millions from famine. This song was made to give aid to Africa and raised over 100 million for the cause. No artist took any money. Now, if you notice during this, that there is absolutely no racism happening. No segregation, no egos, just respect for each other and legends coming together as human beings to help a great cause. That's the way it should be. People helping people. If everyone did this we would be a better world.
When Smokey Bleepin Robinson - who helped put Motown on the damn map - is just in the CHOIR, you know you got some AMAZING talent in that room. This came out when I was a soph in high school, and I am still feeling the goosebumps.
You get a 100 from me! I’m 49yrs old this was such a GREAT song & AWESOME TIME to be growing up! I just started watching you & your reactions & I SOO love the Positivity you are!! Thank you for uniting♥️ we all need more people like you!! God Bless you & yours🙏🏻✝️♥️
This was my time and man - this song still brings tears. We had so much potential to change the world in a great way and had dreams to do it. Gen X - we were wanting to make the world better and just love one another and accept everyone - help everyone. So much more hope for humanity I had in the 80s. Great reaction. Cyndi's energy - uncomperable.
The amount of talent shown in this video is crazy. All are top notch artists from many different eras & genres of music. Don't think something like this will ever happen again. Sadly quite a few artists that are featured are no longer with us.
I'm so glad you reacted to this song! So many great artists represented. I can't wait for you to get to the ones that you haven't reacted to you in this video. Your joy is infectious and I love your laughter. I'm sure you've heard it more than once that if I close my eyes and heard you laugh, I would picture Rafiki from the Lion King. Keep being and doing you! While I have unsubscribed to others, I stay subscribe to you because you keep it real. It's completely different with every reaction. Love you!
The best part of this awesome classic song is during those days,it didn't existed social media, iPhones, no Facebook or TH-cam...no auto tune...nothing...just pure talent,voices that touched the hearts! That's why the 80s will be forever in my heart...wish to have a time machine and return to those memorable times....great reaction...be blessed!
This was my first ever cassette. I played this song over and over and over. My mom was probably ready for me to just save the world and quit singing about 😂 Nice haircut too!
I haven't yet heard anybody mention "Harry Belafonte" but "Better Midler" was in there too!! Haven't heard her mentioned much. But really surprised about "Quincy Jones"!!!! Can somebody clear up who the girl is that looks like Janet Jackson a little, but not quite. Is? I would imagine it would have to be a singer?
Latoya Jackson ever sing? For give me if I'm way off, I just remember her being on the cover of the "Enquirer" and I block out any one connected to that kinda fame. I'm sorry.
@@sheripetrey4257. Latoya made an album in the 80's. It didn't do so good so... Plus she did a photo shoot for Playboy with a snake on the cover. Other than that, she's a Jackson. 😄
Man, I am SO proud of you for nailing SO many of these stars!!!! It made me so happy that you aren't just enjoying the music but also the unbelievable talent that are in this amazing grouping of the times BEST of the BEST! Much Love 4 You!!!🤩🤩🤩 Although I was sad that you didn't spot Dan Aykroyd in the top row center of the banner with glasses on. He said that he happened to be at the studio when they were recorded and asked him to join.
Wow, I’m impressed! You knew more than most of the reactors I’ve seen. Great job. These are the people I grew up listening to… all legends that need to be remembered. 😊
When you realize this was the greatest collection of singers ever...and some who were known then wasn't even on this, or some had already passed on...and some yet to emerge (Mariah was a child then, Whitney's first album came out later that year) A legendary era of generational talents.
This song is loaded with talent, all these big stars donated their talented voices which were all brought together by the great conductor/arranger Quincy Jones...He brought all these egos together and blended them all beautifully!!
They don't make em like they use to! Fabulous reaction! They are all legends for sure! And hearing all the legends come together for a song just does something to your soul.
They sure don't I definitely remember when they all did this it was si beautiful seeing how they all came together like this ...I sure do miss the 80's they don't make music like this anymore
@@cathysmith2941 nothing comes close to the music of the 80s that's for sure. I enjoyed the previous decades of music and the 90s for sure but something about the 80s just really hits with me. Which Journey song should I ask him to react to? I'm torn and figured is ask your opinion!
This all started with the world watching the famine in Ethiopia on our TV sets and a couple of singers in England deciding they needed to do something. They put together a super group of British Pop stars and produced "Do they know its Christmas?" In 1984. They raised a little over $10mil (a heck of a lot of money back then). The following year Harry Belafonte wanted to do an American single to help. He, ken kragen, Lionel Richie, Kenny Rogers, and Stevie Wonder started putting it together. Once Quince Jones got involved he kind of took it over and basically told everyone what they would and would not be doing. He checked everyones egos at the door and brow beat everyone into submission, which apparently was needed because everyone kept putting evything off including writing the song itself. When it was all said and done they raised over $60mil. As soon as production wrapped on "We are the world" Quincy Jones called David Foster and said we need to do a Canadian version. So in 1985 Canada pop stars echoed their American colleagues with the single "Tears are not enough". Later a huge concert event was put together called Live Aid that went on to raise more money. While this all went down the Heavy Metal guys were bummed that no one asked them to join so they did their own and in 1986 released "Stars".
I literally forgot that cyndi lauper was in this group. I was impressed by how everyone was singing and smiling as they sang this song. There hasn’t been one like this since.
Was a teenager when this came out. An amazing time, USA For Africa- Live aid-Farm Aid were shining moments in music history...when it was good to have compassion for your fellow man.
You know, all those amazing artists and superior vocalists and my favorite part of the entire thing will forever be Cyndi Lauper and her flavor filled vocals
U should watch the making of this video. It's so incredible. So many super stars just putting ego aside and giving the best of what they have. So many great singers that didn't get solos but just had a blast singing background. They helped each other make the harmonies and solos as great as possible. It's truly selfless to watch.
Love this song ... I remember watching this live when i was a kid ... EVERY GENRE showed their fantastic talent and NO ONE tried to outdo the next ..... BEST MESSAGE... If everyone would practice it everyday... WHAT A GREAT WORLD IT WOULD BE ...." Change can only come, when we stand together as one" .... MUCH LOVE FOLKS ❤❤❤
This song was truly a once in a lifetime thing. I was in middle school when it came out, and remember being as blown away by the video then as you are when we finally got a chance to see it. (some people's voices were easy to pick out just listening to the song, and others weren't so easy.)
Thank you for reacting to this, it is one of my favorites it’s the best song and we get to see those we’ve loved and many we miss. But you did wonderful, don’t apologize for your reaction. This is your channel. Love you sweetie you just warm my heart. ❤❤ giving love as someone old enough to be your mom.
❤ this song and your reaction ❤ I remember when this first came out everybody loved it and I'm a metal head, but I was surprised that you didn't recognize Steve Perry. ❤ thank you for reacting to this ❤
The 80’s ruled for multiple reasons,this is one of them. ❤️🎶❤️ There’s a one hour documentary on this- it’s definitely worth watching it. My mind was blown,and I grew up with all these artists,know every single one.😊
This was just beautiful and so happy we can enjoy it on video. I remember when they made this and there was nothing better playing anywhere. This is definitely a legend.
one of the best reaction I've seen. I was in 10th grade when this song came out. I envy you because you could pause it. we were not that lucky back in 85. We had to wait for hours for the rado station to play the song again. And even days to watch the vido on air TV. Now days you watch and listen to anything you want at any given time.
I remember when they did this all them singers getting together like that from all different genres blended so beautifully together , so nice to see them come together like this...they just don't make music like this anymore i sure miss the 80's.. Great reaction you did good my friend you got most of then right. I knew everyone one of them.sad that some of them have already passed on...
You did great at getting a good chunk of the singers! I would definitely give you a 70, LOL. You definitely need to pay attention to the choir, it is chock full of Jackson siblings (that was LaToya not Janet) among so many others. You know you're a huge song when you get Bette Midler and Harry Belafonte to be content doing back up!
Your reaction MADE MY DAY! God Bless You, Man! Yes, the 80s were the best! All are LEGENDS! There will NEVER be artists again like these Legends! So blessed to have listened to all of these artists in the 80s.
They showed a behind the scenes for this and MJ and Lionel Richie made a sign for all singer to check their egos at the door. Also, after the Haiti earthquake a decade or two ago, they did another one of these to raise funds for Haiti. It’s not as legendary as this 1 but still pretty good. No worries about pausing, if anyone wants to see the video, they can search for it and listen to it paused free. You do you, we come to see your reactions. I wish I could react but most songs I have heard. I haven’t watched too many of the videos because I was never a MuchMusic (MTV’s version in Canada) guy.
You are the first person on the younger generation that has recognized most of these artists! I love it! Kenny logins- dude with the beard- if you’ve ever watched top gun then you know his music. Lol
You are so much fun to watch. Great reaction. This one is always emotional. We need to bring back the 80’s togetherness for sure. Music was awesome and no one care of skin color of artist. And by the way; you get an 80% from me and your cut is the bomb! 💥
Your reaction is how we felt listening to it for the first time in 1985. Sheer joy, glee and excitement with every voice that rang out. We LOVED, LOVED, LOVED every single artist in this song. ..including those in the chorus. They were tired, hungry, busy folks and they stayed up all night into the morning recording this song to help others. We are so grateful to each and every one of them. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
They were told when arriving to leave their egos at the door. It was for a good cause and they all did amazing. There was a drought in Africa and this was to raise money to help the starving over there. They had celebrities live on tv answering the phones for donations. It truly was an amazing thing.
I was 18 when this came out. This is my voice, my pack, my heart and soul. My time machine. If I can go back to '85, I would leave in a NY second. And all those snacks you mentioned, they tasted so much better back then as well. Goddess bless your Rickk
I was just saying a couple says ago I couldn’t wait until you reacted to this. I grew up in the 80s and this era was the best for music so many legends in this. It’s so wonderful to see this song still appreciate this gem. Sending love
About a dozen years later after this video, one of the singers, Bob Dylan, his son Jacob Dylan and his group The Wallflowers had a big hit with the song One Headlight. You couldn't go 5 minutes without hearing it on the radio or somewhere in 1997. I really didn't like it. Then The Wallflowers appeared on the Video Music Awards and sang One Headlight but they were accompanied by another singer from this video, The Boss himself, Bruce Springsteen. I watched this performance and I was _floored!_ It starts out with Jacob singing but then Bruce takes over and he makes the song _his._ But then it's like he doesn't challenge Jacob but instead encourages him to take it back...and Jacob does! It's like they're running a race and it's only because Jacob feels Bruce right on his heals that he pushes himself to stay in the lead and Bruce knows this and is happy to help bring the best out in him. One of the most amazing performances I ever saw!!! After that I loved the song One Headlight. I highly recommend you watch it, just make sure it's the one with Bruce Springsteen with them. It's available on TH-cam and it is just so great! Best Regards!
Youre right, gen x is undefeated. Im so happy i grew up in the 80s. We had some great times. Our music and friends helped us get through some traumatic times. Glad you loved the video and the effort all the stars gave us.
I was at Daytona Beach in the 80's. Dont remember what year BUT ALL radio channels played this tune AT THE SAME TIME as well as Tears arr not enough SO POWERFUL !! LOVE to hear anyone else who experienced it ❤❤❤
my kids and I taped this when the special was announced. and it blew our minds we listen to this often and are blessed for all of this talent in one room.
I'm 49, so I guess I was maybe 11 when this came out? It was the first time I ever cried, over music (not just being a kid brat having a tantrum). This song changed my life, and to this day I seek out music that makes me feel something deeply. What I see now the most on this video is all the smiles, the joy on all the performer's faces. They're not just going through the motions, they really thought they could change the world through this song. And in some ways, I think they did. It's still with me, as a middle aged white American male, I have so much more empathy and a strong desire to be in service of fellow humans than I probably would have otherwise. Sometimes change like this, maybe the millions of dollars that were donated from this song didn't go that far, but it created a whole generation that view the world differently than we might have otherwise.
“We Are the World” was the fastest-selling single in U.S. history when it came out in 1985, and was the first single ever to go multiplatinum. It was the best-selling single of 1985 and was the best-selling single of the entire decade of the 1980s. It is the eighth best-selling physical single of all time.
Iconic song of the 80s, for sure! Also, non-singers were involved, as well. Did you spot Dan Ackroyd in there...he's there!! and Harry Belafonte. All the Jackson family was involved, I believe. So great to see some of our outstanding people who have since passed on. Check out the Wikipedia for this song to get all the names. Most important, the legendary Quincy Jones was the director!
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 Quincy Jones- Conductor
This collaboration raised $75 million for the Africa famine, and they're still in operion today! I don'r think you realized who the conductor was. That's Quincy Jones. And so many people for get the GREAT vocals of the late great James Ingram. He died from a brain tumor in 2019 at age 66. He voice was nothing short of amazing!
Written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie, and produced by Quincy Jones, the charity single was recorded on this day in 1985 and released on March 7th of that year.
Shoot man, i loved all the pausing so you can say who each singer was. I say you knew about 90% of the singers. This was one of the best reactions to this song i have seen. Loved it dude and loved your enthusiasm even more. The 80s were such a great time.
Just watch the video watch it on your own. It’s a powerful video. I remember when it came out I was five years old and I’m pushing for them to do a remake with a 35 year reunion in 2025. I’m also digital creator and I also have my own TH-cam channel, this literally changed the 80s about bringing the charities out and we have more than just Africa with this video with Africa. We stopped the hunger end of this day. The donations from the 80s are still helping them.
You are one of the first reactors Ive seen recognizing Paul Simon. You did a good job with most of em! I grew up in the 80s and it was truly astounding musically.
exactly first reactor that i see recognize the great paul simon
I was 12 when this happened. I’m 50 now and still get goosebumps when I hear this song. Thank you for listening to it. ❤
Ditto😅
I'm 51 and get the same feeling. I waited for this to come on every day. They were my heroes.
I'm a 56 year old Swedish woman and I lived in Cali when this song came out. I too get goosebumps hearing this song. It's absolutly one of my all time favourites.
still cant make it through without crying especially when we have lost like 30% of the people with leads
Stevie and Bruce's duo is just otherworldly. Imagine standing out in a song with SO many legendary artists... They both managed to achieve it!
This song has singers from the 60s 70's 80's. Every singer is a Star in their own right in every genre. I was 25 when this song came out. It's a true classic here!!!
I was 8 or 9 I re entry watched teh making of it and have a whole new appreciation.
Did you ever see the snl parody of this song . Adam Sandler does a great job doing Springsteen
Absolutely...
And also, let's not forget the '50's..... Ray Charles was killing it then...
This is everyone donating their talents. Most of todays artist would insist on making some money or want top billing. These great people left their egos at the door for a great cause! The one guy with the beard you said looked familiar was Kenny Loggins. He is the king of movie soundtracks! You did great on recognizing everybody!!💜💜💜
You say this like modern celebrities didn’t reprise this song as a charity drive a couple years ago when Haiti got destroyed by an earthquake.
The commenter your replying to is obviously high on assumptions. No offense to them...
I don't think most artists would be that way at all.
Kenny Loggins did music for Footloose
That was lame in comparison. @@AzarathMetreon
Stevie and Bruce!!! The duet you never knew you needed! Great reaction!!❤❤
Right.
Quincy knew, and we love him for it.
Time codes indicate start of first solo
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
You really took the time to break that down? That's kool...just check yr media status...haha. and don't vote for Biden, lol.
@michaelasay8587 what??
@@michaelasay8587. Yep, 👍 🇺🇲
Why paste this with the time stamps that clearly aren’t on this video so it’s pointless
@@wilson0213 because that's the way the page was that I got it from.
Quincy Jones was a genius! Who knew we needed to hear some of these duets? Dionne Warwick with Willie Nelson. Paul Simon with Kenny Rogers. Bruce and Stevie…. Bruce and Stevie!
Gotta say, you're the first reactor I've seen who recognized most of these legends.
He did good!
Back then we all knew all of those artists across racial lines.
Today I don't think this generation can name artists outside of their preferred music genres. 😢
I’m still waiting somebody to recognize one of the best voices of the 80’s, Mr James Ingram.
@@donjackson5522So true...
He really did!
These were the stars of the 80's, it probably won't happen again. This was after a music awards show. Michael and Lionel wrote this song too. Prince made a song for the album, he was too cool to be there at the time. Quincy Jones told them to leave their ego at the door and they did.
Prince felt he was too cool for any & everything. Such a diva attitude. It's sad because he was sooooo talented & soo great in so many areas. His attitude & ego just took it a step back. 😢
Prince always recorded his vocals alone in the studio. That's how he did his best work. He couldn't do that there, and he was not going to be on any recording if he didn't feel that he was at his best. He offered to do a guitar solo on it, but Quincy told him flat out we need you to sing not play guitar. Prince did support the cause by submitting a song for the project, and he sent Sheila E. there as a representative from his camp.
@@ronnix23 yep you are right💜
Love Prince, hard to think of anyone who was as talented at, well literally everything, every instrument, lyrics, production. The things that made him great also made him a bit of a control freak. I could name other musical geniuses that I might say the same about, but none as overall talented or creative as Prince. I have often thought over the years that he could have enacted so much more change in the world, but he lived in his head mostly. As I do, and many of us do. So it's not a criticism. I think it's what makes Prince the enigma that he was.
"80s was undefeated" truest thing I've heard now that I think on it
Stevie and Bruce are smoke/fire and ice. What a beautiful blend
In 1984/85 Africa, specifically Ethiopia suffered a severe drought, that killed millions from famine. This song was made to give aid to Africa and raised over 100 million for the cause. No artist took any money. Now, if you notice during this, that there is absolutely no racism happening. No segregation, no egos, just respect for each other and legends coming together as human beings to help a great cause. That's the way it should be. People helping people. If everyone did this we would be a better world.
💯% agree with u
When Smokey Bleepin Robinson - who helped put Motown on the damn map - is just in the CHOIR, you know you got some AMAZING talent in that room. This came out when I was a soph in high school, and I am still feeling the goosebumps.
Not only that but the Pointer Sisters, the Jackson family and not even on camera Phil Collins just on drums.
@@donjackson5522 Phil Collins played drums on "Do They Know It's Christmas?" by Band Aid.
You get a 100 from me! I’m 49yrs old this was such a GREAT song & AWESOME TIME to be growing up! I just started watching you & your reactions & I SOO love the Positivity you are!! Thank you for uniting♥️ we all need more people like you!!
God Bless you & yours🙏🏻✝️♥️
This was my time and man - this song still brings tears. We had so much potential to change the world in a great way and had dreams to do it. Gen X - we were wanting to make the world better and just love one another and accept everyone - help everyone. So much more hope for humanity I had in the 80s. Great reaction. Cyndi's energy - uncomperable.
Weren’t most of these artists singing younger boomers?
The amount of talent shown in this video is crazy. All are top notch artists from many different eras & genres of music. Don't think something like this will ever happen again. Sadly quite a few artists that are featured are no longer with us.
I'm so glad you reacted to this song! So many great artists represented. I can't wait for you to get to the ones that you haven't reacted to you in this video.
Your joy is infectious and I love your laughter. I'm sure you've heard it more than once that if I close my eyes and heard you laugh, I would picture Rafiki from the Lion King.
Keep being and doing you! While I have unsubscribed to others, I stay subscribe to you because you keep it real. It's completely different with every reaction. Love you!
So sad to say goodbye to them.
The best part of this awesome classic song is during those days,it didn't existed social media, iPhones, no Facebook or TH-cam...no auto tune...nothing...just pure talent,voices that touched the hearts!
That's why the 80s will be forever in my heart...wish to have a time machine and return to those memorable times....great reaction...be blessed!
The one and only time that much talent will be in one room singing the same song!!!!! It all came together so perfectly….just amazing
This was my first ever cassette. I played this song over and over and over. My mom was probably ready for me to just save the world and quit singing about 😂 Nice haircut too!
😂😂😂😂😂❤❤❤
I haven't yet heard anybody mention "Harry Belafonte" but "Better Midler" was in there too!! Haven't heard her mentioned much. But really surprised about "Quincy Jones"!!!!
Can somebody clear up who the girl is that looks like Janet Jackson a little, but not quite. Is? I would imagine it would have to be a singer?
Latoya Jackson ever sing? For give me if I'm way off, I just remember her being on the cover of the "Enquirer" and I block out any one connected to that kinda fame. I'm sorry.
Oh yeah, "Hall& Oates were representing too.
@@sheripetrey4257. Latoya made an album in the 80's. It didn't do so good so...
Plus she did a photo shoot for Playboy with a snake on the cover.
Other than that, she's a Jackson. 😄
If you can watch this with a straight face... No lump in your throat.... No tear in your eye.... You must be made of stone.
Man, I am SO proud of you for nailing SO many of these stars!!!! It made me so happy that you aren't just enjoying the music but also the unbelievable talent that are in this amazing grouping of the times BEST of the BEST! Much Love 4 You!!!🤩🤩🤩 Although I was sad that you didn't spot Dan Aykroyd in the top row center of the banner with glasses on. He said that he happened to be at the studio when they were recorded and asked him to join.
Wow, I’m impressed! You knew more than most of the reactors I’ve seen. Great job. These are the people I grew up listening to… all legends that need to be remembered. 😊
When you realize this was the greatest collection of singers ever...and some who were known then wasn't even on this, or some had already passed on...and some yet to emerge (Mariah was a child then, Whitney's first album came out later that year) A legendary era of generational talents.
I am IMPRESSED !!! You did exceptionally well. I'll give you 100%. Thank you for knowing your artists.
My husband has Parkinson’s and was depressed again tonight. Your joy and this song has lifted me up. Thank you. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Love to you,hon…and a special prayer for you both!🙏❤️🙏
@@Ctkare4k9 Bless you. Today was better so thank you. I think you helped. 🙏🏼
We were all obsessed with this song! All the big singers were on here and it was such a good song! 💜💜💜
Stevie and Bruce the duo we needed
This song is loaded with talent, all these big stars donated their talented voices which were all brought together by the great conductor/arranger Quincy Jones...He brought all these egos together and blended them all beautifully!!
They don't make em like they use to! Fabulous reaction! They are all legends for sure! And hearing all the legends come together for a song just does something to your soul.
They sure don't I definitely remember when they all did this it was si beautiful seeing how they all came together like this ...I sure do miss the 80's they don't make music like this anymore
@@cathysmith2941 nothing comes close to the music of the 80s that's for sure. I enjoyed the previous decades of music and the 90s for sure but something about the 80s just really hits with me. Which Journey song should I ask him to react to? I'm torn and figured is ask your opinion!
@christianleatherman7532 how about open arms I always loved that song
@@cathysmith2941 for sure that was one of them I was conflicted on. It was between Open Arms or Lights.
@christianleatherman7532 great minds think alike cause I was thinking of lights too but I do love open Arms
This was a truly colorblind video. The '80s were the best.
This all started with the world watching the famine in Ethiopia on our TV sets and a couple of singers in England deciding they needed to do something. They put together a super group of British Pop stars and produced "Do they know its Christmas?" In 1984. They raised a little over $10mil (a heck of a lot of money back then). The following year Harry Belafonte wanted to do an American single to help. He, ken kragen, Lionel Richie, Kenny Rogers, and Stevie Wonder started putting it together. Once Quince Jones got involved he kind of took it over and basically told everyone what they would and would not be doing. He checked everyones egos at the door and brow beat everyone into submission, which apparently was needed because everyone kept putting evything off including writing the song itself. When it was all said and done they raised over $60mil.
As soon as production wrapped on "We are the world" Quincy Jones called David Foster and said we need to do a Canadian version. So in 1985 Canada pop stars echoed their American colleagues with the single "Tears are not enough". Later a huge concert event was put together called Live Aid that went on to raise more money. While this all went down the Heavy Metal guys were bummed that no one asked them to join so they did their own and in 1986 released "Stars".
I literally forgot that cyndi lauper was in this group.
I was impressed by how everyone was singing and smiling as they sang this song.
There hasn’t been one like this since.
Was a teenager when this came out. An amazing time, USA For Africa- Live aid-Farm Aid were shining moments in music history...when it was good to have compassion for your fellow man.
Amazing song, love all these legends.
I cry every time I hear this especially when the reviewer knows and understands the significance of the artists 😢
You know, all those amazing artists and superior vocalists and my favorite part of the entire thing will forever be Cyndi Lauper and her flavor filled vocals
U should watch the making of this video. It's so incredible. So many super stars just putting ego aside and giving the best of what they have. So many great singers that didn't get solos but just had a blast singing background. They helped each other make the harmonies and solos as great as possible. It's truly selfless to watch.
I was 15 years old when this song was released... best time to be a teenager 🥰
Love this song ... I remember watching this live when i was a kid ... EVERY GENRE showed their fantastic talent and NO ONE tried to outdo the next ..... BEST MESSAGE... If everyone would practice it everyday... WHAT A GREAT WORLD IT WOULD BE ...." Change can only come, when we stand together as one" .... MUCH LOVE FOLKS ❤❤❤
This song was truly a once in a lifetime thing. I was in middle school when it came out, and remember being as blown away by the video then as you are when we finally got a chance to see it. (some people's voices were easy to pick out just listening to the song, and others weren't so easy.)
Thank you for reacting to this, it is one of my favorites it’s the best song and we get to see those we’ve loved and many we miss. But you did wonderful, don’t apologize for your reaction. This is your channel. Love you sweetie you just warm my heart. ❤❤ giving love as someone old enough to be your mom.
❤ this song and your reaction ❤ I remember when this first came out everybody loved it and I'm a metal head, but I was surprised that you didn't recognize Steve Perry. ❤ thank you for reacting to this ❤
A guy with 7 double platinum albums given one line to sing and then lost in the shuffle.
The 80’s ruled for multiple reasons,this is one of them. ❤️🎶❤️ There’s a one hour documentary on this- it’s definitely worth watching it. My mind was blown,and I grew up with all these artists,know every single one.😊
I remember this from my teenage years and it will forever be special!
This was just beautiful and so happy we can enjoy it on video. I remember when they made this and there was nothing better playing anywhere. This is definitely a legend.
Miss Dione Warwick never get the recognition that she deserves cause her voice is just as legendary as anyone on that stage
Its sad how many of these artists are no longer with us. ❤❤ this is legendary.
one of the best reaction I've seen. I was in 10th grade when this song came out. I envy you because you could pause it. we were not that lucky back in 85. We had to wait for hours for the rado station to play the song again. And even days to watch the vido on air TV. Now days you watch and listen to anything you want at any given time.
Yes, Prince was supposed to be in this! You've been doing this awhile so you should recognize quite a few of them by now!
I remember when they did this all them singers getting together like that from all different genres blended so beautifully together , so nice to see them come together like this...they just don't make music like this anymore i sure miss the 80's..
Great reaction you did good my friend you got most of then right. I knew everyone one of them.sad that some of them have already passed on...
You did great at getting a good chunk of the singers! I would definitely give you a 70, LOL. You definitely need to pay attention to the choir, it is chock full of Jackson siblings (that was LaToya not Janet) among so many others. You know you're a huge song when you get Bette Midler and Harry Belafonte to be content doing back up!
I’d never click off on you, I just love 💕 you and your enthusiasm during your reactions. Keep it up and being yourself 😊😊😊 12:22
Your reaction MADE MY DAY! God Bless You, Man! Yes, the 80s were the best! All are LEGENDS! There will NEVER be artists again like these Legends! So blessed to have listened to all of these artists in the 80s.
They showed a behind the scenes for this and MJ and Lionel Richie made a sign for all singer to check their egos at the door.
Also, after the Haiti earthquake a decade or two ago, they did another one of these to raise funds for Haiti. It’s not as legendary as this 1 but still pretty good.
No worries about pausing, if anyone wants to see the video, they can search for it and listen to it paused free. You do you, we come to see your reactions. I wish I could react but most songs I have heard. I haven’t watched too many of the videos because I was never a MuchMusic (MTV’s version in Canada) guy.
Thank you for reacting ❤ I'm not sure we will ever have a group of selfless legends like this, in our lifetime again. RIP to those we have lost ❤
Stevie sounds like an angel. I’ve never heard anything like that.
You are the first person on the younger generation that has recognized most of these artists! I love it! Kenny logins- dude with the beard- if you’ve ever watched top gun then you know his music. Lol
To see your joy for this iconic song makes me so happy 😊
You are so much fun to watch. Great reaction. This one is always emotional. We need to bring back the 80’s togetherness for sure. Music was awesome and no one care of skin color of artist.
And by the way; you get an 80% from me and your cut is the bomb! 💥
Your reaction is how we felt listening to it for the first time in 1985. Sheer joy, glee and excitement with every voice that rang out. We LOVED, LOVED, LOVED every single artist in this song. ..including those in the chorus. They were tired, hungry, busy folks and they stayed up all night into the morning recording this song to help others. We are so grateful to each and every one of them. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
They all great came together
I'm a '83 HS Grad, the 80s were great. Give you B+
I'm glad you enjoyed this song *Rickkkk* this song is indeed legendary with iconic artists that are no longer with us.
They were told when arriving to leave their egos at the door. It was for a good cause and they all did amazing. There was a drought in Africa and this was to raise money to help the starving over there. They had celebrities live on tv answering the phones for donations. It truly was an amazing thing.
I always used to cry when this was shown. It's great to see how they came together in a short time to benefit starving children in Africa.
I was 18 when this came out. This is my voice, my pack, my heart and soul. My time machine. If I can go back to '85, I would leave in a NY second.
And all those snacks you mentioned, they tasted so much better back then as well.
Goddess bless your Rickk
The 80's was an awesome time to be a kid. The movies,music,arcade games
Yes the 80s was not an era..it was like a culture or tradition. All around the world 80s...
I was just saying a couple says ago I couldn’t wait until you reacted to this. I grew up in the 80s and this era was the best for music so many legends in this. It’s so wonderful to see this song still appreciate this gem. Sending love
About a dozen years later after this video, one of the singers, Bob Dylan, his son Jacob Dylan and his group The Wallflowers had a big hit with the song One Headlight. You couldn't go 5 minutes without hearing it on the radio or somewhere in 1997. I really didn't like it.
Then The Wallflowers appeared on the Video Music Awards and sang One Headlight but they were accompanied by another singer from this video, The Boss himself, Bruce Springsteen.
I watched this performance and I was _floored!_ It starts out with Jacob singing but then Bruce takes over and he makes the song _his._ But then it's like he doesn't challenge Jacob but instead encourages him to take it back...and Jacob does! It's like they're running a race and it's only because Jacob feels Bruce right on his heals that he pushes himself to stay in the lead and Bruce knows this and is happy to help bring the best out in him.
One of the most amazing performances I ever saw!!!
After that I loved the song One Headlight.
I highly recommend you watch it, just make sure it's the one with Bruce Springsteen with them. It's available on TH-cam and it is just so great!
Best Regards!
"Do They Know It's Christmas?", "We Are The World", "Tears Are Not Enough", "Stars ", Live Aid! 1984-86 when the world of music came together!
Youre right, gen x is undefeated. Im so happy i grew up in the 80s. We had some great times. Our music and friends helped us get through some traumatic times. Glad you loved the video and the effort all the stars gave us.
I was at Daytona Beach in the 80's. Dont remember what year BUT ALL radio channels played this tune AT THE SAME TIME as well as Tears arr not enough SO POWERFUL !! LOVE to hear anyone else who experienced it ❤❤❤
my kids and I taped this when the special was announced. and it blew our minds we listen to this often and are blessed for all of this talent in one room.
You can't help but pause the vidéo cause there's so much legends on there ! This song is fantastic 😊
this song is a blessing and your reaction and love for the fallen is a blessing
This came out when I was 15. Great times growing up in the 80's.
I'm 49, so I guess I was maybe 11 when this came out? It was the first time I ever cried, over music (not just being a kid brat having a tantrum). This song changed my life, and to this day I seek out music that makes me feel something deeply. What I see now the most on this video is all the smiles, the joy on all the performer's faces. They're not just going through the motions, they really thought they could change the world through this song. And in some ways, I think they did. It's still with me, as a middle aged white American male, I have so much more empathy and a strong desire to be in service of fellow humans than I probably would have otherwise. Sometimes change like this, maybe the millions of dollars that were donated from this song didn't go that far, but it created a whole generation that view the world differently than we might have otherwise.
Another awesome reaction! They redid this for Haiti with new artists. I think you would enjoy it. It's called We Are World 25 for Haiti.
“We Are the World” was the fastest-selling single in U.S. history when it came out in 1985, and was the first single ever to go multiplatinum. It was the best-selling single of 1985 and was the best-selling single of the entire decade of the 1980s. It is the eighth best-selling physical single of all time.
Every time I watch an American's reaction to this video, I'm surprised to see that I, a Brazilian, can recognize many more artists.
U did really well for being your age bro. Us old timers can name a few more but most your age can't name 10%.
This song still gives me chills every time I hear it.
Your smile is so contagious !!!! You made me smile through this whole video!!! Thank you. I needed that today ❤
Iconic song of the 80s, for sure! Also, non-singers were involved, as well. Did you spot Dan Ackroyd in there...he's there!! and Harry Belafonte. All the Jackson family was involved, I believe. So great to see some of our outstanding people who have since passed on. Check out the Wikipedia for this song to get all the names. Most important, the legendary Quincy Jones was the director!
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
Quincy Jones- Conductor
wow.... this is awesome
you are the youngest person who knew so many of these artists. loved the reaction! pauses and all!
“Timeless”,…..is the best way to describe this moment in time. A blessing it is!!!!!!
This collaboration raised $75 million for the Africa famine, and they're still in operion today!
I don'r think you realized who the conductor was.
That's Quincy Jones.
And so many people for get the GREAT vocals of the late great James Ingram. He died from a brain tumor in 2019 at age 66.
He voice was nothing short of amazing!
Written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie, and produced by Quincy Jones, the charity single was recorded on this day in 1985 and released on March 7th of that year.
Man, you are really feeling the music! I was smiling all the way through. Thanks for the experience 😀
Amazing performance and amazing hipocracy. I'll feel all warm and fuzzy when most of these ppl donate to a charity in africa or here in the us.
Correct me if I'm wrong. I bet most of them haven't donated much. It was a stunt.
You did much better naming these superstars than any other reactor I've seen. Congratulations, & thank you!
Amen Brother. We are all One and need to help others not cause division. Never have I seen so many legends in one place at the same time.
I loved how many you recognized! This was an amazing collaboration
For those of us who had the privilege of watching the world premiere of this epic song it was overwhelming and so awesome.
Shoot man, i loved all the pausing so you can say who each singer was. I say you knew about 90% of the singers. This was one of the best reactions to this song i have seen. Loved it dude and loved your enthusiasm even more. The 80s were such a great time.
I was born in 1980 and gotta agree about 80's, best music era ever.
Your heart, thats what keeps me coming back! ❤
Just watch the video watch it on your own. It’s a powerful video. I remember when it came out I was five years old and I’m pushing for them to do a remake with a 35 year reunion in 2025. I’m also digital creator and I also have my own TH-cam channel, this literally changed the 80s about bringing the charities out and we have more than just Africa with this video with Africa. We stopped the hunger end of this day. The donations from the 80s are still helping them.