Composer

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Lionel Richie

Genre

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Vocal

Average_duration

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3:45

"We Are the World" is a charity single composed by Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson. It was released on March 7, 1985, and premiered at the 1985 Grammy Awards. The song was written to raise funds for famine relief in Africa, particularly Ethiopia, and was recorded by a supergroup of 45 popular musicians, including Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, and Cyndi Lauper. The song has a simple structure, with a repetitive chorus and verses that feature solos by different artists. The lyrics emphasize the need for unity and compassion in the face of suffering, and the music is upbeat and optimistic. The song's most memorable feature is its chorus, which is sung by all the artists together in a powerful display of solidarity. "We Are the World" is divided into three movements. The first movement features a slow, mournful introduction that sets the tone for the song's message of hope and unity. The second movement is the main body of the song, featuring the chorus and verses sung by different artists. The third movement is a reprise of the chorus, sung with even greater intensity and emotion than before. The song's success was unprecedented, raising over $63 million for famine relief and becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time. It also inspired a wave of charity singles and benefit concerts, including Live Aid and Farm Aid. "We Are the World" remains a powerful symbol of the ability of music to bring people together and effect positive change in the world.

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