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Feb 1, 2024 · Dan Aykroyd has a cameo in U.S.A. For Africa's song, "We Are the World," and he can be spotted in the Netflix documentary The Greatest Night in Pop. Why is Dan Aykroyd in "We Are the World"?
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Mar 6, 2015 · I've always wondered how Dan Aykroyd ended up in that video. I found out by reading New Hampshire magazine. The night 'We Are The World' was released and played over and over and over again on the radio, I was spending the night in a line outside of the old Newington Mall waiting to buy tickets to see Prince on his 'Purple Rain' tour.
Why Was Dan Aykroyd In ‘We Are the World’? In the latest Pop Culture Questions Answered, Brian reveals why Dan Aykroyd was part of the all-star chorus of "We Are the World"
The Funny Story Behind Dan Aykroyd Singing ‘We Are The World’ In 1985. by Peace A. 4 months ago. The new Netflix documentary about the recording of 1985’s “ We Are The World ” brought nostalgia to viewers as well as the backstory behind the presence of legendary actor and comedian Dan Aykroyd.
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- “We are the World” began with Harry Belafonte (and also Bob Geldof). In late 1984, famed actor, singer, and activist Harry Belafonte saw a BBC report about the devastating famine in Ethiopia.
- Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson wrote the song with an ear for history. One of Ken Kragen’s clients was Lionel Richie, who signed up for the project after speaking with Belafonte on the phone.
- The recording of “We Are the World” could have only happened on one particular night. How do you get dozens of America’s biggest musical stars in one recording studio at the same time?
- Prince was notably absent from the proceedings. In 1985, there were few artists in America or anywhere else on the planet bigger than Prince, who was just coming off the gargantuan success of the previous year’s Purple Rain film-album combo.
Lastly, Dan Aykroyd was there. And nobody really knows why. USA for Africa featured 21 "soloists" — basically singers who got a half-a-line or so to sing, but whose distinctive voices were ...
Dan Aykroyd's Involvement in We Are the World • Dan Aykroyd's Role • Discover why Dan Aykroyd joined the iconic 'We Are the World' video, showcasing unity an...
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