Bob Marley’s ‘One Love’ Re-Released to Help COVID Kids
UNITED NATIONS – “One Love”, the iconic song by the late Jamaican reggae superstar Bob Marley, is to be re-released with the blessing of the musician’s family to support children whose lives have been upended by coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
“Marley” Last month, the United Nations said the fundraising initiative came as the U.N. Children’s Fund (UNICEF) warned that an additional 6,000 children could die every day from preventable causes in the next six months.
Issued in 1977 by Marley and his band the Wailers, the song is a call for unity and to tackle the suffering of children. A new version of the much-loved reggae anthem went on sale last month. It members of the Marley family, world-renowned musicians, artistes from conflict zones and children from vulnerable communities.
MESSAGE
“Over 40 years ago, my father wrote ‘One Love’ about unity, peace and universal love during a time when there was much trouble in the world”, said Bob’s daughter Cedella Marley.
“Even in a time when we aren’t able to ‘get together’, his message remains true today: We can get through this global crisis if we come together through one love and one heart.”
The U.N. said the project also has the support of jewelery brand Pandora, which has pledged to match every dollar raised to purchase “One Love”, up to the value of $1 million.
All proceeds will is expected to support Reimagine, UNICEF’s global campaign to prevent the COVID-19 emergency from becoming a lasting crisis for children.
KEY TRUTH
“One Love speaks directly to one key truth about this pandemic: our best hope to defeat COVID-19 and to re-imagine a more equal, less discriminatory world for children is through global solidarity and co-operation,” said UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore.
UNICEF said it intends to use the money raised from “One Love” to respond to immediate needs, which include soap, face masks, gloves, hygiene kits, protective equipment and lifesaving information for children and families.
Support for youngsters’ education, protection and healthcare systems will also be possible.
Internet platform TikTok will promote the song launch with a special event and public challenge for fans who want to get involved.
