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That’s the “Sun City” 12" single by Artists United Against Apartheid. Key details: Title: Sun City Artist/Project: Artists United Against Apartheid Released: 1985 Format: 12" single (often includes extended and instrumental mixes) Producer/Organizer: Steven Van Zandt (of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band) Label: Manhattan Records About the project: This wasn’t just a song—it was a political statement against apartheid in South Africa. “Sun City” refers to a luxury resort where some artists performed despite a cultural boycott protesting apartheid. The song’s message: artists should refuse to perform there in solidarity. Artists involved (huge lineup): Included contributions from: Bruce Springsteen Miles Davis Bob Dylan Run-D.M.C. Herbie Hancock Pat Benatar …and many more.