Featuring artists on known songs
This "Thriller" superstar provided the high-pitched, uncredited chorus for Rockwell’s 1984 hit "Somebody's Watching Me."
Who is Michael Jackson?
Harry Styles (2022):
"In this world, it's just us / You
What is "...as it was"?
"With the lights out, it's less dangerous / Here we are now, entertain us"
Who is Nirvana?
This British band achieved a Guinness World Record by becoming the first musical act to perform a concert on all seven continents.
Who is Metallica?
Though he isn't the primary artist, this Maroon 5 frontman is the distinct voice singing the hook on Gym Class Heroes' "Stereo Hearts."
Who is Adam Levine?
Sabrina Carpenter (2024):
"Say you can't sleep, baby, I know / That's that me..."
What is "...espresso"?
"But I'm a creep / I'm a weirdo / What the hell am I doin' here?"
Who is Radiohead?
While "Video Killed the Radio Star" was the first video on the US MTV, this Dire Straits hit was the first one played on MTV Europe in 1987.
What is "Money for Nothing"?
This legendary Van Halen guitarist famously played the iconic solo on Michael Jackson's "Beat It" for free as a favor to Quincy Jones.
Who is Eddie Van Halen?
Miley Cyrus (2023):
"I can buy myself flowers / Write my name in the sand / Talk to myself for hours..."
What is "...say things you don't understand"?
"I'll tell you what I want, what I really, really want / So tell me what you want, what you really, really want"
Who are the Spice Girls?
She is the only recording artist in history to have a number-one album in six different consecutive decades.
Who is Barbra Streisand?
The soulful female vocals belting "Rape, murder! It's just a shot away!" on The Rolling Stones' "Gimme Shelter" belong to this powerhouse singer.
Who is Merry Clayton?
Olivia Rodrigo (2021):
"Well, good for you, you look happy and healthy / Not me, if you ever..."
What is "...cared to ask"?
"Today is going to be the day that they're gonna throw it back to you"
Who is Oasis?
Van Halen famously included a "rider" in their concert contracts that prohibited these specific colored candies from the backstage area.
What are brown M&Ms?
In 2010, this Kanye West masterpiece featured an uncredited "vocal texture" from 14 artists, including Elton John on piano and Rihanna on the hook.
What is "All of the Lights"?
Dua Lipa (2020):
"I got you, moonlight, you're my starlight / I need you all night, come on..."
What is "...dance with me"?
"Work it, I need a glass of water / 'Cause I'm about to toss and turn and pour it on ya"
Who is Missy Elliott?
In 1987, this "Queen of Soul" became the first woman ever to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Who is Aretha Franklin?