The new version of the song, Do They Know It's Christmas? (2014), was recorded and produced under the guidance of Paul Epworth and Jimmy Napes, on 15 November at Sarm Studio in West London. The song was released on November 17 and it features artwork by Tracey Emin.
Artists who contributed to the recording are Angélique Kidjo, Bastille, Bono, Chris Martin, Clean Bandit, Ed Sheeran, elbow, Ellie Goulding, Emeli Sandé, Jessie Ware, Karl Hyde, Midge Ure, Olly Murs, One Direction, Paloma Faith, Rita Ora, Robert Plant, Roger Taylor, Sam Smith, seal and Sinead O’Connor.
The song was also remixed by Disclosure and Underworld.
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Do They Know It's Christmas?
Band Aid 30 Lyrics
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At Christmas time, we let in light and banish shade
And in our world of plenty, we can spread a smile of joy
Throw your arms around the world
At Christmas time
But say a prayer and pray for the other ones
At Christmas time, it's hard but while you're having fun
Where a kiss of love can kill you, and there's death in every tear
And the Christmas bells that ring there are the clanging chimes of doom
Well tonight we're reaching out and touching you
Bring peace and joy this Christmas to West Africa
A song of hope where there's no hope tonight, ooh
Why is coming first deadly feared?
Why is to touch to be scared?
How can they know it's Christmas time at all?
Here's to you
Raise a glass to everyone
Here's to them
And all their years to come
Can they know it's Christmas time at all?
Feed the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Feed the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Feed the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Feed the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world
The lyrics of Band Aid 30's song "Do They Know It's Christmas" evoke the feelings of Christmas joy, peace, and love. The opening lines "It's Christmas time, and there's no need to be afraid. / At Christmas time, we let in light and banish shade" express the essence of the holiday season. The chorus invites people to reach out to others in the world with love and compassion, "Throw your arms around the world / At Christmas time."
However, the verse that follows paints a harsh reality of a world outside of the comforts and privileges of the Western world. The lyrics mention "a world of dread and fear," where a "kiss of love can kill you." The bells that ring in that world signify not joy, but "clanging chimes of doom." The message is to remind people of the suffering and struggles faced by many during the holiday season.
The second verse evokes a sense of helplessness as it questions, "Why is to touch to be scared? / How can they know it's Christmas time at all?" It highlights the need for compassion and assistance for those who are less fortunate during the holiday season. The emphasis on "Feed the world," "Heal the world" in the closing lines of the song urges listeners to take action and help those who are in need.
Line by Line Meaning
It's Christmas time, and there's no need to be afraid
During Christmas, we should not be afraid because it is a time of light and joy.
At Christmas time, we let in light and banish shade
Christmas brings light and happiness, chasing away darkness and sadness.
And in our world of plenty, we can spread a smile of joy
In our world of abundance, we should share our happiness with others.
Throw your arms around the world
Embrace the world and everyone in it with love and kindness.
But say a prayer and pray for the other ones
Remember to pray for those less fortunate than ourselves during Christmas time.
At Christmas time, it's hard but while you're having fun
Although it may be difficult to remember those who are struggling during the holiday season, we should try to do so.
There's a world outside your window, and it's a world of dread and fear
The world outside may be filled with fear and suffering for others.
Where a kiss of love can kill you, and there's death in every tear
Even something as simple as a kiss can lead to deadly disease in some places.
And the Christmas bells that ring there are the clanging chimes of doom
Even the sounds of Christmas can remind those in need of the hardships they face.
Well tonight we're reaching out and touching you
Through this song, we seek to connect with and help those who are struggling.
Bring peace and joy this Christmas to West Africa
We hope to bring happiness and comfort to those in West Africa who may be suffering.
A song of hope where there's no hope tonight, ooh
This song aims to bring hope to those who may feel like they have none.
Why is coming first deadly feared?
In some places, being the first to be helped can be dangerous and even deadly.
Why is to touch to be scared?
Simply touching another person can be a scary and dangerous act in some situations.
How can they know it's Christmas time at all?
For those who are struggling, it may be difficult to recognize or celebrate Christmas.
Here's to you, raise a glass to everyone
Let's celebrate and cheers to everyone, no matter their circumstances.
Here's to them, and all their years to come
Let's also look ahead to the future and hope for better times and years to come.
Can they know it's Christmas time at all?
We hope to make Christmas known and celebrated for all, even those who are struggling.
Feed the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
We aim to provide for and nourish those in need during Christmas time.
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
We seek to heal the world and make it a better place, especially during Christmas.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bob Geldof, Midge Ure
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bridgetellen575
List of singers:
0:35 One Direction
0:44 Ed Sheeran
0:52 Rita Ora
1:01 Sam Smith
1:10 Paloma Faith
1:18 Emeli Sandé
1:27 Elbow (Guy Garvey)
1:36 Dan Smith (Bastille)
1:40 Angelique Kidjo
1:44 Chris Martin (Coldplay)
1:53 Bono
2:02 Seal
2:10 Ellie Goulding
2:19 Sinead O’Connor
2:27 Bono
2:36 One Direction
2:38 Olly Murs
2:41 Bastille
2:42 Sam Smith
2:45 Rita Ora
@robertsmithfan69
[One Direction:]
It's Christmas time, there's no need to be afraid
[Ed Sheeran:]
At Christmas time, we let in light and we banish shade
[Rita Ora:]
And in our world of plenty we can spread a smile of joy
[Sam Smith:]
Throw your arms around the world at Christmas time
[Paloma Faith:]
But say a prayer and pray for the other ones
[Emeli Sandé:]
At Christmas time it's hard but while you're having fun
[Guy Garvey:]
There's a world outside your window and it's a world of dread and fear
[Dan Smith:]
Where a kiss of love can kill you
[Angelique Kidjo:]
Where there's death in every tear
[Chris Martin:]
And the Christmas bells that ring there are the clanging chimes of doom
[Bono:]
Well, tonight we're reaching out and touching you
[Seal:]
Bring peace and joy this Christmas to West Africa
[Ellie Goulding:]
A song of hope where there's no hope tonight
[Sinéad O'Connor:]
Why is comfort to be feared, why is to touch to be scared?
[Bono:]
How can they know it's Christmas time at all?
[One Direction:]
Here's to you
[Olly Murs:]
Raise a glass to everyone
[Bastille:]
Here's to them
[Sam Smith:]
And all there is to come
[Rita Ora:]
Can they know it's Christmas time at all?
[All:]
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Feel the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Feel the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Feel the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
@justvibing558
1/21
It’s Christmas time – there’s no need to be afraid - One Direction
2/21
At Christmas time – we let in light and we banish shade - Ed Sheeran
3/21
And in our world of plenty we can spread our smile of joy - Rita Ora
4/21
Feel your arms around the world at Christmas time - Sam Smith
5/21
But say a prayer and pray for the other ones - Paloma Faith
6/21
At Christmas time it's hard but while you’re having fun - Emeli Sandé
7/21
There’s a world outside your window and it’s a world of dread and fear - Elbow
8/21
Where a kiss of love can kill you - Dan from Bastille
9/21
Where there’s death in every tear - Angelique Kidjo
10/21
And the Christmas bells that ring there are the clanging chimes of doom - Chris Martin
11/21
Well tonight we’re reaching out and touching you - Bono
12/21
Bring peace and joy this Christmas to West Africa - Seal
13/21
A song of hope where there’s no hope tonight (ooh) - Ellie Goulding
14/21
Why is comfort to be feared, why is to touch to be scared - Sinead O’Connor
15/21
How can they know it’s Christmas time at all - Bono
16/21
Here’s to you - One Direction
17/21
Raise a glass to everyone - Olly Murs
18/21
Here's to them - Bastille
19/21
And all their years to come - Sam Smith
20/21
Can they know it's Christmas time at all - Rita Ora
21/21
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world - Band Aid 30
[ I don't care if it's feed the world or heal the world or whatever you are just going to have to go along with what you believe. please don't complain in the comments]
@SuperLusername
As they always will be. Africa is a long way from being developed. Even with America, EU and China pumping tons and tons of money into infrastructure and other aid in Africa, it is simply not enough.
And it will never be enough. The difficult truth is that no matter how hard we try to build Africa with money and without it (doctors without borders, voluntary schools...), we cant feed all the hungry people.
Africans need work, jobs. That way they could survive, but there is no work for everyone because there is so much people compared to development of infrastructure. For every new workplace created there are 3 new born Africans.
In 30 years Africa will have doubled it's population, DOUBLED!
And in 80 years it will have a population of around 4 billion!
Compared to 1.3 billion today.
All the while it is amlost imposiible to reach half of Africa, and those are the place most in need. Why? Because they are in the state of constant war, warlords, separatists, government forces...and it won't end soon.
I'm afraid all we can do is keep giving them money to survive and let them settle their differences, unless someone prefers a direct interevention - USA style.
@magnumopus8420
Fun Facts about this video:
•The last time i saw Zayn together with One Direction
•Sam Smith still a straight guy
•Rita Ora still hasn't publicly disguised as bisexual
•Dan Smith/Bastille the day they became a big group in music industry (Pompeii)
•Ed Sheeran admits he really quit using social media
•Chris Martin (Coldplay's vocalist) still having a relationship with Dakota Johnson
and many more...
time goes way too fast but still listening to this since the day it was released & watching it for the first time in VeVo music
PS: i guess this is the best/theme song during pandemic (Corona Virus) & reminiscing those good days, damn i wanna go back from that time :(
@laylasdirectionx2200
I like the fact that they got shots of Louis and Harry going into the building 😂
@knorkster5459
And what about the "Barry" Uwe Ochsenkneckt?
@maryanncanavan2390
and zayn
@SulphurS16
Larry stylinson will truly make my year
@danah7649
damn zayns just a ghost
@maarii_aoki
I love how in that room together are the worlds most famous and successful artist...
then just three youtubers
@nzaccour1802
lmaooo right i just noticed that... what r they doing there
@ranggahatmadja157
@@nzaccour1802 who?
@nzaccour1802
@Ranggah Atmadja Zoella, Alfie Dayes and Joe Sugg ( Thatcherjoe)
@sarahpetersen6619
@@nzaccour1802 Because they are the most famous youtubers in Great Britain. Or where at that time.