Lionel Brockman Richie Jr. is an American singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer. Beginning in 1968, he was a member of the funk and soul band, the Commodores, before launching a solo career in 1982. He also co-wrote the 1985 charity single, “We Are the World” with Michael Jackson, which sold over 20 million copies. Richie has sold over 90 million records worldwide.
