"We Are The World"- critical song for the world

I chose "We Are The World" as the song that I think is important for the world to hear because the whole point is that there are people in the world who aren't nearly as fortunate as we are as Americans especially and that as human beings we have a responsibility to lend a helping hand to those in need. The song came out 2x (to my knowledge)- the first time was for "USA (United Support of Artists) for Africa" and the second time was recently after the tragedy in Haiti. I really feel as though this message is important because it once again puts the "ball in our court" as Americans and as people. We have the ability to make a difference in the lives of other people around the world and it is our responsibility to do what we can for others. I also like it because it applies to everyone: diverse races, genders, ages, and colors all helping those in need. The songs themselves, when performed, show a large variety of artists coming together for a cause and since media has such a strong influence on our nation it is really important and critical to lead by example in this matter of helping our fellow man in need.

Michael Jackson - We Are the World lyrics
There comes a time, when we hear a certain call
When the world must come together as one
There are people dying
And it's time to lend a hand to life
The greatest gift of all

We can't go on pretending day by day
That someone, somewhere will soon make change
We are all a part of God's great big family
And the truth you know
Love is all we need

chorus:
We are the world, we are the children
We are the ones who make a brighter day
So let's start giving
There's a choice we're making
We're saving our own lives
It's true we'll make a better day, just you and me

Send them your heart so they'll know that someone cares
And their lives will be stronger and free.
As God has shown us by turning stones to bread
And so we all must lend a helping hand

chorus

When you're down and out, there seems no hope at all
But if you just believe there's no way we can fall
Let us realize that a change can only come
When we stand together as one.

chorus x9

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uxt-bUDsrF8