"We are the World" Lindsay

a).  The type of media used is a song

b).  The social issue highlighted is Poverty.

c).  Lyrics that portray powerful points include "There are people dying, and its time to lend a hand to life." and "Let us realize that change can only come when we stand together as one."

d). The target audience is for teens and older.

e).  This song specifically illustrates the message of poverty in many ways.  The song "We are the World" contains many big names such as Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, Stevie Wonder and Cyndi Lauper which brought and continues to bring awareness about people in Africa.  This song is easily relatable to virtually anyone making it emotionally appealing and the fact that proceeds from the single were going to charity satisfied buyers.  Powerful lyrics send an inspirational message to listeners on how they can help poverty stricken individuals.

d).  This is an effective way on getting the message out because bringing many big names together for the first time to create a single for "USA for Africa" a charity captures the interest of many people.  A catchy song really helps to get the message out on poverty and many other issues because it can be played anywhere and in different countries.