The David Bowie and Mick Jagger Cover No One Expected to Hit No. 1 and Why It Became an ’80s Hit

David Bowie and Mick Jagger are both powerhouses in their own right. Jagger is, after all, the lead singer and a founding member of one of the world’s most celebrated rock bands, The Rolling Stones . Bowie, on the other hand, is a solo artist widely regarded as one of the most influential and innovative musicians in history. Combine these two together and you’re guaranteed a truly unforgettable collaboration. That’s exactly what happened back in August 1985, when the two legends teamed up to release their high-energy cover of “Dancing in the Street.” Recorded as part of the Live Aid effort to raise money for the famine relief cause, the single ultimately reached the top of the UK Singles Chart and peaked at No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.

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