Lionel Richie, Quincy Jones honor Michael Jackson in the new version of ‘We Are the World’
By APThursday, February 11, 2010
Richie, Jones honor Jackson in ‘We Are the World’
LOS ANGELES — The late Michael Jackson has a prominent role in the revamped version of “We Are the World.”
Lionel Richie, who wrote the original charity anthem with Jackson, says the King of Pop can be seen in the new video for the track, singing with his sister Janet.
“We left the original footage of that part, but now he is singing with his sister,” Richie said.
“It’s something we wanted to see, but his mother requested it too, for Janet to sing with Michael,” said Quincy Jones, who produced the original track and helped orchestrate the re-recording. “It was perfect. It was meant to be.”
The video is set to make its debut Friday during coverage of the opening ceremony for the Winter Olympics. “We Are the World — 25 for Haiti” features 80 artists, including Pink, Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Kanye West and Jennifer Hudson.
Proceeds from sales of the song will benefit earthquake recovery efforts in Haiti.
Tags: Arts And Entertainment, Los Angeles, Michael Jackson, Music, Winter olympics
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February 17, 2010: 2:01 am
I still cry over the death of Michael Jackson. The sadness I feel it unreal. When Michael did Billy Jean I got on my knees in NYC and prayed that God and Jesus would just help him and bless him that he would be loved by all. I really did pray. I still cry, I grew up watching him grow up. I am 53 yrs old. I learned to dance to Michael Jackson songs. I am a fan who will always and never forget him. I am so honest about this. |
 Lorraine |
February 17, 2010: 1:41 am
I wish that the kids could have had a chance to sing we are the world. I love the original but I understand why Lionel Richie and Quincy Jones change it a little. I am thankful that for the kids they added Michael Jackson and close Sister Janet. These too were very close.Lionel, those kids are hurting and I wish they had a way to heal. The more they see the good in their Dad, no matter what the media says the good will stick. |
Lorraine