
7 March 1985 · 42 YEARS
We Are The World
USA For Africa
Organized to support famine relief in Ethiopia, this project brought together dozens of major stars. Quincy Jones produced the material, blending various vocal styles into a polished, synth-heavy pop framework.
The resulting record captures the earnest and high-gloss production aesthetic that defined the airwaves of the mid-eighties. It remains a notable example of a massive collaborative effort focused on a singular humanitarian goal.