🌍 “We Are the World” 🎶 by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie, a timeless classic released in 1985! Join us on a musical journey that transcends borders, unites hearts, and creates hope for a better world. 🎤🌟
Introduction
The iconic song “We Are the World” is not just a melody; it’s a symbol of unity, compassion, and the incredible power of music to inspire positive change. Composed by musical legends Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie, this song was released in 1985 and stands as a shining example of what can be achieved when artists come together for a greater cause.
Did You Know?
Inspired by “Do They Know It’s Christmas?”: “We Are the World” was partly inspired by the success of the British charity single “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” by Band Aid, and the hope was to create an American equivalent.
63 Artists United: The song featured an incredible ensemble of 63 of the biggest artists of the time, including Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, Tina Turner, and many more. It was a joint effort of the music industry to raise funds for humanitarian aid in Africa.
Record-Breaking Sales: This humanitarian anthem was a massive success. It became the fastest-selling American pop single in history and raised over $63 million for famine relief in Africa. The song and its associated album received a range of awards and accolades, including several Grammy Awards.
USA for Africa: The song was released under the name “USA for Africa,” as the recording was intended to benefit African famine relief. The organization’s goal was to improve the living conditions across the continent.
Over 30 Years of Impact: Even years after its release, “We Are the World” continues to be a source of inspiration and a reminder of the power of collective action and music to make a difference in the world.
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Lyrics
There comes a timeWhen we heed a certain callWhen the world must come together as oneThere are people dyingOh, and it’s time to lend a hand to lifeThe greatest gift of allWe can’t go onPretending day-by-dayThat someone, somewhere soon make a changeWe’re all a part of God’s great big familyAnd the truth, you know, love is all we needWe are the worldWe are the childrenWe are the ones who make a brighter day, so let’s start givingThere’s a choice we’re makingWe’re saving our own livesIt’s true we’ll make a better day, just you and meOh, send them your heartSo they know that someone caresAnd their lives will be stronger and freeAs God has shown us by turning stones to breadAnd so we all must lend a helping handWe are the worldWe are the childrenWe are the ones who make a brighter day, so let’s start givingOh, there’s a choice we’re makingWe’re saving our own livesIt’s true we’ll make a better day, just you and meWhen you’re down and out, there seems no hope at allBut if you just believe there’s no way we can fallWell, well, well, well let us realizeOh, that a change can only comeWhen we stand together as one, yeah, yeah, yeahWe are the worldWe are the childrenWe are the ones who make a brighter day, so let’s start givingThere’s a choice we’re makingWe’re saving our own livesIt’s true we’ll make a better day, just you and meWe are the worldWe are the childrenWe are the ones who make a brighter day, so let’s start givingThere’s a choice we’re makingWe’re saving our own livesIt’s true we’ll make a better day, just you and meeWe are the world (are the world)We are the children (are the children)We are the ones who’ll make a brighter day, so let’s start giving (so let’s start giving)There is a choice we’re makingWe’re saving our own livesIt’s true we’ll make a better day, just you and meOh, let me hear you!We are the world (we are the world)We are the children (said we are the children)We are the ones who’ll make a brighter day so let start giving (so let’s start giving)There’s a choice we’re makingWe’re saving our own livesIt’s true we’ll make a better day, just you and me, come on now, let me hear youWe are the world (we are the world)We are the children (we are the children)We are the ones who’ll make a brighter day so let’s start giving (so let’s start giving)There’s a choice we’re makingWe’re saving our own livesIt’s true we’ll make a better day, just you and me, yeahWe are the world (we are the world)We are the children (we are the children)We are the ones who’ll make a brighter day so let’s start giving (so let’s start giving)There’s a choice we’re makingAnd we’re saving our own livesIt’s true we’ll make a better day, just you and meWe are the world (are the world)We are the children (are the children)We are the ones who’ll make a brighter day so let’s start giving (so let’s start giving)There’s a choice we’re makingWe’re saving our own livesIt’s true we’ll make a better day, just you and meWe are the world, we are the world (are the world)We are the children, yes sir (are the children)We are the ones that make a brighter day so let’s start giving (so let’s start giving)There’s a choice we’re makingWe’re saving our own livesIt’s true we’ll make a better day, just you and me, ooh-hoo!We are the world (dear God) (are the world)We are the children (are the children)We are the ones that make a brighter day so let’s start giving (all right, can you hear what I’m saying?)There’s a choice we’re making, we’re saving our own lives
