WE ARE the WORLD 25

First off, I apologize for the lapse of posts. I am definitely sure you all can relate to a time when life starts to get real and everything comes at you at the same time. It is not a bad thing, but Life is starting to make the moves that I have been waiting for and I can barely keep up, so please forgive me if I do not post as frequently as I normally do. But don't worry! I am committed to this blog and can't stay away from you Fabulous Brown Girls for too long!!! You ladies are always on my mind!

Over the weekend, the video and release for the "WE ARE THE WORLD 25" was released. Even though critics are giving the remake mixed reviews. I found it to be refreshing to see more artists than I could keep up with on this song. It warmed my heart just hearing the song because it is one of my favorites, but seeing everyone from Jennifer Hudson, to PINK, and even Tony Bennett contribute was awesome!

If you didn't get a chance to see the video, please check it out below. I think the KING of POP would be PROUD!!




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2010 "We Are the World" Remake for Haiti

Very recently, the world famous song for unity and aid, "We Are The World" was remade 25 years later to raise for the tragedy that occurred in Haiti over two weeks ago. I would be lying if I said this wasn't isn't extremely ironic that that the 25th anniversary is marked with the earthquake.

Even though it was missing some of the most popular celebrities like Beyonce', Lady Gaga, and a host of other widely popular celebs, I am still amazed and proud at how serious celebrities are taking what happened in Haiti. The philanthropy and the love they are showing is very inspiring.

Check out a few picture of some of the many celebrities giving the gift of their voice and recording the remake of that special song. I am really anticipating to hear the new version because the song still gives me chills whenever I hear it.

Fabulous Brown Girls Jennifer Hudson and Jordin Sparks

Wyclef, Natalie Cole, Kanye West

Lionel Richie and Quincy Jones.. major producers of the Original "We are the World" as well as the 2010 remake.

Jamie Foxx

Lionel Richie, Wyclef, Lil Wayne

Then

Now

Until the new version is released, check out the original made in 1984. I bet you can't tell me this song doesn't do something to you! My father purchased the original record and I plan on purchasing the new version.

Howard University and Wale Help Haiti with Benefit Concert

On January 21 Howard University hosted a benefit concert where Wale and a host of other performers gave back and set it off in Crampton University where all the proceeds were donated to the Haiti Earthquake Relief efforts.

Howard University has a rather large Haitian student population and the Haitian Student Association's president who is a native of Port-Au-Prince spoke a few words of gratitude to his fellow student body.

The sold out concert raised over 10,000 dollars in donation money just from ticket sales alone all while being entertained by the DC native recent hip hop phenomenon, Wale.

Fabulous Brown Girl wants to give a special shout out her Alma Mater and Wale for a job well done in the efforts to give back to Haiti in their desperate time of need. Howard is a school that is known for the student body's collective reaction to world tragedy. We do not just sit by and let others take care of the world--we know we have to be the change we want the world to be not to mention we feel even more responsible because [Haitians] are OUR people.

The diaspora is heavily represented at Howard so we can not just sit by and see our people in distress without doing what we can. I am so glad that Howard has instilled that in all of us.

Check out the video of Wale's performance!

Just by looking at the video clip I can tell he put on a FABULOUS show! And let us not forget and go back to our own lives. We have to continue raising money for Haiti. Yes we are reacting faster than other tragedies in the past, but Haiti will be needing our help for years to come. Our help for Haiti is just beginning....

He Took the Words Right Outta My Mouth!

Ignorance is not bliss. It is evil, and more often than not its seed is planted in childhood. What is most hurtful about the comments and behaviors I've witnessed is that they are repeated and believed by my own.-- Noire, a Howard Alum/Intellect

In case you have been living under a rock, you should be fully aware of the travesty going on in the country of Haiti by now.

Well with anything that focuses on the impoverished and the helpless (and not to mention black), there will be some ignorant people whose main goal in life is to foster hate and speak ill towards victims as if they deserve what has happened to them.

Last night, one of my favorite political pundits, Keith Olbermann responded to the hateful and ignorant statements these men (whose names are not worth me typing on Fabulous Brown Girl) were given public domain to say.



I couldn't have said it better if I were the host of my own primtime poltical discourse show.

PREACH ON Olbermann! Preach ON!!!!

Fabulous Brown Girl Spotlight: Yele Haiti

Ever since the destruction and heartbreak took place in Haiti, there has been a word that has been used and seems to now be synonymous with helping the citizens of Haiti.... "YELE".

Here is a quick breakdown on what Yele Haiti is all about, and why Wyclef Jean deserves all the blessings he has. He literally holds his home country on his back and Fabulous Brown Girl commends him.

Q: What is Yele Haiti:

A: Yele Haiti, created in 2005 and founded by Grammy winning and world renowned Haitian born musician, Wyclef Jean, is a grassroots movement that builds global awareness for Haiti while helping to transform the country through programs in education, sports, the arts and environment. Yéle’s community service programs include food distribution and mobilizing emergency relief.

Q: What is Yele's mission?:

A: To create small-scale, manageable and replicable projects to contribute to Haiti’s long-term progress. Each of Yéle’s projects is conceived to renew hope for Haitians to rebuild their nation. Yéle Haiti wants to project a new forward-thinking image that accurately reflects Haiti’s youthful population and their unique and irrepressible spirit, which is an integral part of their culture.

Q:What does the word "Yele" mean?:
A: Yele was coined by Wyclef in a song and means "a cry for freedom." The logo means STOP THE VIOLENCE with one hand, PEACE with the other... while the heart is LOVE

If you have yet to do your part to help give to these people who so desperately need help dont forget to donate to the relief fund at www.yele.org

Update: The first U.S. military air has made its way to Haiti

Praying for Haiti, How Can We Help?!

Yesterday afternoon shortly before 5 p.m. an earthquake hit the country Haiti at a magnitude of 7.0. This is the worst earthquake the country has experienced in over 100 years.

According to CNN reports, this earthquake was so strong that it could be strongly felt 200 miles away in Cuba. Witnesses say the earthquake left people screaming in terror all around Port-au-Prince. The city is now without any electricity and homes that once held families and businesses are now rubble.

Fabulous Brown Girl is praying for Haiti and all of our Haitian FBG's families and friends. This tragedy has really hit our hearts. Haiti already has enough economic problems and really did not need a horrific natural disaster to add more fuel to the fire.

Please let's do what we can to help this country.

Click Here to Learn How to Help Haiti

Here is a Fabulous Brown Girl talking about the affects of the earthquake.



Haitian Ambassador says it was a "catastrophe of major proportion"