A charity single originally recorded by the supergroup USA for Africa in 1985. It was written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie and produced by Quincy Jones and Michael Omartian for the album We Are the World.
The song was released on March 7, 1985, as the first single from the album. A worldwide commercial success, topping music charts throughout the world and becoming the fastest-selling American pop single in history.
The final night of recording was held on January 28, 1985, at A&M Recording Studios in Hollywood.
Featured Image: “We Are the World” / Image: AP Photo
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