Def Leppard have shared a music video for their cover of the classic ‘Stand By Me,’ with proceeds going to the California-based FireAid.

"Los Angeles and its surrounding area has always played a central role in Def Leppard's career," said Def Leppard frontman Joe Elliott.

Def Leppard have released a cover version of Stand By Me, the soul classic that was originally a hit for Ben E. King in 1961.

King’s early ’60s standard “Stand By Me.” All proceeds from the track will go to FireAid to assist in short-term relief efforts and long-term initiatives in Southern California.

Def Leppard cover 'Stand by Me' by Ben E. King with proceeds benefitting the Los Angeles wildfire relief fund through FireAid.

Def Leppard released a cover of Ben E. King's 'Stand By Me' to benefit Southern California wildfire victims in January 2025.

Def Leppard have announced a new digital single, a cover of Ben E. King’s classic “Stand by Me,” with proceeds going to L.A.’s FireAid charity to support all that were affected by the recent wildfires ...