USA for Africa Song Lyrics

USA for Africa was a supergroup formed in 1985 featuring dozens of prominent American musicians who came together to record "We Are the World," a charity single to raise funds for famine relief in Africa. The song, written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie, became a global phenomenon that showcased a gospel-influenced pop sound with contributions from artists ranging from Bruce Springsteen to Tina Turner to Bob Dylan. "We Are the World" topped charts worldwide and raised over $63 million for humanitarian aid, establishing the template for celebrity charity collaborations. Though the group was a one-time project, their cultural impact was immense, demonstrating music's power to unite artists across genres and mobilize massive charitable efforts. The song remains one of the best-selling singles of all time and a defining moment of 1980s pop culture activism.