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When Doves Cry by Prince Michael Jackson: Thriller

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1984: Fun Facts• Jan. 1st - January 27 -

Michael Jackson's scalp is burnt during the filming of a Pepsi commercial

• Apr. 1st - Marvin Gaye is shot and killed during an argument with his father.

• Sep. 14th - The first annual MTV Video Music Awards are held.

1984: Like a Virgin?1984: Like a Virgin?

• Big Controversy–Madonna’s

“Like a Virgin” performance

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Careless Whisper by George Michael

Bruce Springsteen: Born in the USA

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1985: Fun Facts

• Feb. 21st – Whitney Houston releases her first album.

• Mar. 7th – USA for Africa released “We Are the World.”

• April 1st – David Lee Roth leaves Van Halen.

1985: Live Aid

1985: Live Aid

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That’s What Friends Are For by Dionne Warwick & Friends

Whitney Houston:Whitney Houston

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1986: Fun Facts1986: Fun Facts

• Aug. 28th - Tina Turner receives a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame.

• The Goo Goo Dolls form.

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• First inductees: – Chuck Berry – James Brown– Ray Charles– Fats Domino– Everly Brothers – Buddy Holly– Jerry Lee Lewis– Elvis Presley