Few musical moments from the 1980s resonated quite like “We Are the World.” Released in March 1985, it wasn’t just a hit single—it was a global phenomenon. Written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie, produced by Quincy Jones, and performed by an all-star collective called USA for Africa, the song aimed to do more than top charts. It was a direct response to the devastating famine in Ethiopia, and it became a defining example of celebrity humanitarianism, mass media influence, and musical idealism. More than just a piece of pop culture, “We Are the World” captured a unique moment in…