Many assume that a fierce rivalry with Michael Jackson kept His Royal Badness from participating in the star-studded charity single — but the truth is more complicated.

The R&B artist and rocker were among the many A-listers who joined forces to record the hit charity single "We Are the World" in 1985 Abby Stern is a writer-reporter at PEOPLE. She’s been ...

USA, — On March 7, 1985, U.S.A. for Africa introduced the world to "We Are the World, " a song that has since become a symbol of unity, compassion, and philanthropy. This Friday marks the 40th ...