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The project was spearheaded by Quincy Jones and Lionel Richie , with RedOne and Wyclef Jean serving as executive producers.

The official music video, directed by , features behind-the-scenes footage of the recording session interspersed with harrowing images of the destruction in Haiti, emphasizing the urgent need for global support. we_are_the_world_25_for_haiti_official_video

While the 2010 version retains the core melody and structure of the 1985 original, several modern updates were made: The project was spearheaded by Quincy Jones and

The official music video premiered on February 12, 2010 , during the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics in Vancouver. Key Musical Changes Key Musical Changes (who sang the opening lines

(who sang the opening lines originally performed by Lionel Richie) Jennifer Hudson Miley Cyrus Celine Dion Jamie Foxx (who performed a tribute to Ray Charles) P!nk

The producers included Michael Jackson’s original 1985 vocals and footage in the 2010 version (showing him singing with his sister Janet Jackson) as a tribute following his death in 2009. Notable Participants