Song of the Day: “Earth Song” by Michael Jackson

Song of the day: Michael Jackson’s “Earth Song”, released in 1995 on the HIStory album, is a powerful anthem addressing environmental damage, human suffering, and the urgent requirement for change. Inspired by deforestation, pollution, and war, Jackson wrote the track to raise awareness and encourage reflection. Its haunting lyrics, like “Did you ever stop to notice this crying Earth, these weeping shores?”, complemented with gospel-inspired crescendos, create an emotional call to action.