(1) Band Aid was a British… Read Full Bio ↴There are 2 bands with the name Band Aid.
(1) Band Aid was a British and Irish charity supergroup, founded in 1984 by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure to raise money for famine relief in Ethiopia by releasing the record "Do They Know It's Christmas?. It was Christmas #1 that year, surpassing all expectations.
Artists featured in the recording included: George Michael, Boy George, Bono, Phil Collins, Spandau Ballet, Duran Duran, Paul Young, Bananarama, Paul Weller, Heaven 17, Ultravox, Sting, Kool & The Gang, Status Quo, David Bowie, Paul McCartney, Big Country.
(2) Band Aid was an Italian Band formed in 1980 in Lecce by Toni Robertini, Giacomo Toriano (Mino), Francesco Nemola (Frank), Felice De Donno, Roberto Gagliardi and Paolo Cesano. It was previously named La Mela d'Oro, a group which in 1976 had already elaborated Mediterranean Jazz with elements of popular music of Salento. The group was influenced by Canterbury scene, no wave, Frank Zappa and free jazz. Following the Italian Records trend towards dance music and Italo disco, they recorded the EP A Tour in Italy, produced by Oderso Rubini. They introduced vocals for the first time, using pre-recorded conversations of English lessons and a nonsense rap in French. Side B is a remix by the American DJ, Tony Carrasco. The record obtained reasonable success. The last period is marked by an attempt to reach a larger audience. In 1985, the band dissolved.
Do They Know It's Christmas
Band Aid Lyrics
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At Christmastime, we let in light and we banish shade
And in our world of plenty we can spread a smile of joy
Throw your arms around the world at Christmastime
But say a prayer to pray for the other ones
At Christmastime
It's hard, but when you're having fun
And it's a world of dread and fear
Where the only water flowing is the bitter sting of tears
And the Christmas bells that ring there
Are the clanging chimes of doom
Well tonight thank God it's them instead of you
And there won't be snow in Africa this Christmastime
The greatest gift they'll get this year is life
Oh, where nothing ever grows, no rain or rivers flow
Do they know it's Christmastime at all?
Here's to you, raise a glass for ev'ryone
Here's to them, underneath that burning sun
Do they know it's Christmastime at all?
Feed the world
Feed the world
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmastime again
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmastime again
Band Aid's song "Do They Know It's Christmas" was written in 1984 to raise funds to combat famine in Ethiopia. The song has a powerful message that aims to spread the joy of Christmas and bring hope during a time of crisis. The first verse reminds us that Christmas is a special season when we celebrate with family and friends, and it's a time to spread happiness and light. The songwriters juxtapose the idea of our world of plenty with the stark reality of poverty in Ethiopia, where people are suffering from a lack of food, water, and basic necessities.
The second verse describes the severity of the situation and the suffering of the people in Ethiopia. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the harsh reality of people living in poverty, where Christmas bells signify the clanging of doom, and the only water available is the bitter sting of tears. The songwriters ask us to be thankful for what we have and to think of those who are less fortunate. The chorus repeats the question, "Do they know it's Christmastime at all?" emphasizing the distance between the reality of people's lives in Ethiopia and our experience of Christmas.
The final verse emphasizes the importance of helping those in need. The message of the song is that we can make a difference in the world by showing compassion and reaching out to those who are struggling. By feeding the world, we can bring the hope of a better future and bring joy to those who are suffering.
Line by Line Meaning
It's Christmastime; there's no need to be afraid
During this festive season, let us embrace joy and hope instead of fear.
At Christmastime, we let in light and we banish shade
During the holiday season, we celebrate with light, positivity and happiness, leaving behind any negative thoughts.
And in our world of plenty we can spread a smile of joy
In our privileged world, we have the power to share love and happiness with those who are less fortunate.
Throw your arms around the world at Christmastime
Let us embrace the entire world in our celebration of Christmas, with no discrimination or boundaries to love.
But say a prayer to pray for the other ones
Let's not forget those who are less fortunate than us and pray for their well-being.
At Christmastime
The holiday season reminds us of the importance of sharing love and kindness.
It's hard, but when you're having fun
Although it's not easy, we can still strive to help people even while we celebrate and have fun during Christmastime.
There's a world outside your window
We should acknowledge that many people in the world are suffering even while we celebrate Christmas.
And it's a world of dread and fear
There are people living in fear and anxiety who need assistance and support.
Where the only water flowing is the bitter sting of tears
Many people are deprived of basic necessities such as water and are living in dire situations which cause sorrow.
And the Christmas bells that ring there are the clanging chimes of doom
Some places in the world are not privy to the joyous Christmas celebrations we enjoy, and their bells might signify hardship.
Well tonight, thank God it's them instead of you
Let's count our blessings and be grateful for our privileged existence, while others are living in unfortunate circumstances.
And there won't be snow in Africa this Christmastime
There are places in the world (like Africa) where Christmas doesn't come with the traditional white snowfall or the same festivities we're accustomed to.
The greatest gift they'll get this year is life
For some people in the world, just having the gift of life is more important than any other material or financial gifts.
Oh, where nothing ever grows, no rain or rivers flow
Some parts of the world (like deserts) have exceedingly harsh living conditions where plants won't grow or water is scarce.
Do they know it's Christmastime at all?
The people living in these places might not even be aware of the existence of Christmastime or where it is celebrated.
Here's to you, raise a glass for everyone
Let's raise a toast for everyone in the world, sending messages of love and hope.
Here's to them, underneath that burning sun
Let's remember those who are battling extreme heat while we are enjoying the winter season, and celebrate them as well.
Feed the world
We can make the world a better place by providing food and necessities to those who are suffering.
Let them know it's Christmastime again
We should work together to spread the message of hope and joy to those who feel excluded or forgotten and make them feel included in the spirit of Christmas.
Contributed by Parker Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mshabs2238
It's 2023, who's still here? This resonates more & more every year.
@jh.4770
I am. You posted this 22 minutes ago, and it was probably 22 minutes ago I heard this song being played here at the hotel I'm at.
@Jaguar-zr3ff
My favourite one. Why wasn't I born in the 80's ? I was born on 19th Dec 2002 😞 Take me back pls 🚀
@jonsnow1804
King in The North is here
@michaelrodriguez3329
I was in Jr.high school. When it came out Good music and times
@claudiagrosshauser2800
Its og
@Inc0gnit0229
"There's a world outside your window... and it's a world of dread and fear."
Still relevant after 39 years.
@michaelmarshall1713
Still Starving and Breeding .
@AW_7_7_7
with the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza, among others.....😭 sad sad world
@gempath5533
Unfortunately, it's more relevant than ever.