Def Leppard has covered Ben E. King's "Stand by Me" to benefit the victims of the California wildfires, with all proceeds from the song to be donated to FireAid.
"Los Angeles and its surrounding area has always played a central role in Def Leppard's career, from it being where some of us are based and it being our U.S. hub for rehearsals, to being the city where we played our first-ever American gig," Joe Elliott said. "We feel blessed to be able to dedicate this song and give all the royalties to the amazing heroes in L.A. helping those affected by the fire. No better song."
Phil Collen adds that times like these are times for artists to give back to those who need,
"In times of devastation, standing together is more important than ever. As a resident of Southern California for 35 years, I've witnessed the impact of wildfires as they continue to ravage communities across California. Our cover of Ben E. King's 'Stand by Me' is a tribute to resilience, unity and hope. All proceeds from our version will go directly to wildfire victims, helping those who need it most. Let's stand by each other and make a difference — because no one should face hardship alone."
