The Charm of a bygone Era - 'Like Mike' VHS Tapes Still Captivate Audiences Today

The nostalgia surrounding old media formats like VHS tapes continues to captivate audiences today. Among the most nostalgic items from our childhoods are classic kids movies and music videos released on these cassette-style players.

One such movie that still brings back fond memories for many is 'Like Mike' (2002), a sports comedy film starring the late rapper/actor, Michael Jordan. However, this article isn't about the 2000s basketball flick; instead, we're going to take you down memory lane with an earlier release - Kidsongs: I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing.

Released in February of 1986 by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment under its Columbia TriStar Television Distribution label (yes, it was a time before all these massive media conglomerates merged into one giant entity!), this delightful children's educational film teaches kids valuable lessons through catchy tunes and engaging storylines. The title track itself is an iconic rendition of the famous Beatles song 'Let It Be,' reworked as a heartwarming anthem about global unity.

The movie follows six friends - Robby, Little Pete (played by Erik Sanchez), Tracy, Stevie Ray (voiced by Rickey Scarter), and Baby June - who discover a magical boombox that brings their favorite pop stars to life. They then embark on an adventure filled with fun-filled lessons about friendship, love, peace, environmentalism, etc., all set against the backdrop of various countries around the world.

Like many other classic children's movies from this era (think 'The Rugrats' or 'Hey Arnold!'), Kidsongs aimed not only to entertain but also educate its young audience. These films tackled real-world issues like racism, sexism, war, poverty etc., in a way that was both accessible and relatable for kids as young as 4-5 years old.

So next time you dust off your VCR player from the attic or scroll through streaming services looking for something nostalgic to watch with the little ones (or maybe even yourself!), consider giving 'Like Mike' - er, I mean Kidsongs: Id Like To Teach The World To Sing another spin. You might be surprised at how timeless these oldies can still feel today!

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