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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

The project was spearheaded by Quincy Jones and Lionel Richie , with RedOne and Wyclef Jean serving as executive producers. we_are_the_world_25_for_haiti_official_video

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 While the 2010 version retains

While the 2010 version retains the core melody and structure of the 1985 original, several modern updates were made: immediately following the 52nd Grammy Awards.

(a Haitian-American musician who provided emotional ad-libs and a verse in Haitian Creole) Impact and Reception

A new rap section was added near the end, written by will.i.am and performed by artists including LL Cool J, Snoop Dogg, Busta Rhymes, and Kanye West .

The song was recorded on February 1, 2010 , at the same location as the original (Henson Recording Studios in Hollywood), immediately following the 52nd Grammy Awards.