"USA for Africa" was a charitable initiative launched in 1985 to raise funds for famine relief in Africa. It was best known for the hit song "We Are the World," which featured numerous popular artists, including Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie. The project aimed to bring attention to the crisis and mobilize financial support for humanitarian efforts. The single was released in March 1985 and quickly became a commercial success, raising over $60 million for relief efforts. The initiative also inspired similar projects worldwide, highlighting the power of music and celebrity to unite people for a common cause.