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The legendary anthem that continues to bring people together on a global scale to take action and celebrates the unprecedented group of artists that\u2002put together this remarkable moment in music history. Along with the re-release, USA for Africa is joining forces with TrustAfrica to promote sustainable, Africa-led development, so the song\u2019s message of hope will continue to resonate beyond\u2002music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A press release revealed that &#8220;We Are the World&#8221; was officially re-released on Friday, November 21<sup>st<\/sup>, 2025,\u00a0offering listeners a renewed experience with state-of-the-art re-mastering \u2014 available for the first time ever in Spatial Audio and high-resolution audio formats.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Listen to &#8220;We are the World&#8221;:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src = \"https:\/\/orcd.co\/wearetheworldremastered\" height = \"600px\" width = \"100%\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>The enhanced release invites both new listeners and life-long fans to rediscover the timeless message of unity, hope and generosity that defined a generation.&nbsp; It also serves as a tribute to the groundbreaking collaboration of artists and an industry whose collective effort created a legacy unlike any other in music history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Originally recorded in 1985, written by Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson and produced by music legend Quincy Jones, &#8220;We Are the World&#8221; united more than 40 of the era&#8217;s most celebrated artists to amplify underrepresented voices and inspire collective global action.&nbsp; The song became the fastest-selling record in music industry history and a worldwide phenomenon, raising over $100 million for humanitarian aid and shining an international spotlight on the Ethiopian famine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reflecting on this milestone, Lionel Richie shares, &#8220;For me, &#8216;We Are the World&#8217; is a gift that keeps on giving and is a powerful teaching tool for generations to come. 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Listen to the 40th anniversary remastered audio everywhere at: http:\/\/orcd.co\/wearetheworldremastered \u201cWe Are The World\u201d was originally released on March 7, 1985. The song was produced by Quincy Jones and written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie. It was recorded in Los Angeles, CA, with Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon, Kenny Rogers, Tina Turner, Billy Joel, Diana Ross, Dionne, Warwick, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Ray Charles, Bette Midler, Smokey Robinson, and more. 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