... song “We Are the World.” “We Are the World” became the fastest-selling American pop single in history. Sales exceeded twenty million copies. The project raised over $63 million in humanitarian aid. A few days before the musicians gathered in the studio, Lionel Richie posted a sign over the entrance that read: “Check your ego at the door.” (7) That is so important in all relationships. Joseph checked his ego at the door. Joseph controlled his emotions. Joseph was a man of character. And Joseph ...