USA For Africa - We Are The World [Official Music Video][restored to 4k with NAMES and lyrics]

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"We Are the World" was inspired by the success of the British charity single "Do They Know It's Christmas?" which was released the previous year to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia. Organizers of the American music industry, led by Harry Belafonte and Ken Kragen, wanted to create a similar effort involving American artists.

Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie were asked to write the song, and they completed it in just one night. The lyrics focus on the idea that people from all walks of life and all nations can come together to make a difference in the world. The song's opening lines, "There comes a time when we heed a certain call / When the world must come together as one," became a memorable and iconic refrain.

The recording session for "We Are the World" took place on January 28, 1985, at A&M Studios in Los Angeles. Quincy Jones produced the song, and the session involved over 40 artists, many of whom recorded their parts individually to accommodate their busy schedules. The resulting track featured a mix of pop, rock, and R&B styles, and showcased the individual talents of each performer.

The music video for "We Are the World" was directed by Tom Trbovich and featured footage from the recording sessions as well as scenes of famine-stricken Africa. It premiered on MTV and was an instant hit, helping to promote the song and the charity effort.

The success of "We Are the World" was unprecedented. It topped charts around the world and raised over $63 million for famine relief in Africa. It won numerous awards, including four Grammys, and inspired similar charity efforts in other countries.

Overall, "We Are the World" was a powerful and emotional moment in music history, showcasing the power of music to bring people together and make a positive difference in the world. Its message of unity and humanitarianism remains as relevant today as it did nearly four decades ago.

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