Pharrell accepted a Grammy for his G I R L album on Sunday night (Feb. 8), and at the same time made his debut appearance in the animated world of The Simpsons.
The famed producer joins a bevy of company, as numerous musicians have been “Simpsonized” over the show’s 26 seasons. For context, Hip-Hop Wired lists an additional 15 appearances by musical artist on the iconic series.
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Michael Jackson
Season: 3
Episode: “Stark Raving Dad”
For me, the most important cameo appearance was MJ, who appeared under the guise of Leon Kompowsky.
Aerosmith
Season: 3
Episode: “Flaming Moe’s”
Aerosmith were the first-ever band to appear on The Simpsons.
Lady Gaga
Season: 23
Episode: “Lisa Does Gaga”
Aired in 2012, Gaga was definitely atop of the music game when she appeared in cartoon form.
Paul McCartney
Season: 7
Episode: “Lisa the Vegetarian”
The Beatles legend appeared alongside his late wife Linda McCartney.
50 Cent
Season: 16
Episode: “Pranksta Rap”
As you can see, Fif was on top of the world in 2005.
Bette Midler
Season: 4
Episode: “Krusty Gets Kancelled”
Midler was among a list of notable guests in this episode. More on that in a few.
The Red Hit Chili Peppers
Season: 4
Episode: “Krusty Gets Kancelled”
Told you so.
Ludacris
Season: 18
Episode: “You Kent Always Say What You Want”
Google “Luda-Crest” to see all that you need to know about this episode.
The Ramones
Season: 5
Episode: “Rosebud”
Mr. Burns wasn’t too pleased with the punk rock legends shouting “Hey, up yours Springfield!”
Cyndi Lauper
Season: 10
Episode: “Wild Barts Can’t Be Broken”
Lauper sang “The Star-Spangled Banner” over her classic 80s hit “Girls Just Want To Have Fun,” because comedy.
Cypress Hill
Season: 7
Episode: “Homerpalooza”
Score 1 for Hip-Hop.
Tito Puente
Season: 6 & 7
Episode: “Who Shot Mr. Burns? Part 1” & “Who Shot Mr. Burns? Part 2”
Puente was a music teacher, who was fired from Springfield Elementary in one of the most suspenseful episodes of The Simpsons yet.
Britney Spears
Season: 11
Episode: “The Mansion Family”
An animated Spears hosted the Springfield Pride Awards alongside the always funny Kent Brockman.
Metallica
Season: 8
Episode: “The Mook, the Chef, the Wife and Her Homer”
The lesson learned from this episode is to new embarrass bus driver Otto Mann in front of Metallica.
Tony Bennett
Season: 2
Episode: “Dancin’ Homer”
Tony Benefit was the first superstar to play himself on the iconic animated series. That was back in 1990.
