Peace Through Music: A Global Event for Social Justice | 200+ Musicians Unite for Peace

Let's re-imagine a ‘united’ world connected by music. Join Playing For Change and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) for Peace Through Music: A Global Event for Social Justice, presented by Corning® Gorilla® Glass in partnership with Gibson and produced by Playing For Change and Blackbird Presents.
In honor of the United Nations’ 75th anniversary and Human Rights Day, this global virtual event aims to showcase the interconnectedness of humanity and activate the world to stand up for and champion the full protection and promotion of human rights for all, especially those in the most vulnerable communities.
Featuring performances from more than 200 musicians including: Aloe Blacc, Angélique Kidjo, Becky G, Brandi Carlile with Mike McCready of Pearl Jam, Carlos Santana and Cindy Blackman Santana, Gabi Melim, Gary Clark Jr., Jack Johnson, Keith Richards, Mavis Staples, Nathaniel Rateliff, Peter Gabriel, Rhiannon Giddens, Ringo Starr, Robbie Robertson, Run The Jewels with Josh Homme, Sheila E., Skip Marley and Cedella Marley, The War and Treaty, Yo-Yo Ma and many more. Special Appearances include Billie Eilish, Danny Glover, Jamal Murray, Killer Mike, Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird, Norman Lear, Prince Ea and Sara Bareilles.
Contributions from partners and all donations will support the Playing For Change Foundation, the United Nations Population Fund, the United Nations Remember Slavery Programme, Sankofa, The Bob Marley Foundation, Silkroad, and The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame - organizations that strive to eradicate poverty, inequality, and systemic racial and gender discrimination around the world.
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[@knoxy_de]

music is the universal language

[@genevievelajoie9635]

I discovered Playing for change about 10 years ago, ever since then I've been inspired by the cause and the artists who support it. I've shared many times and will continue to do so, for many years to come. Thank you for all those beautiful moments....

[@ithrisisyphe5561]

Yes, that's true. La musique unifie, brise tous les obstacles et les barrières. Comme l'a écrit un écrivain : "la musique est le véritable souffle de la vie. On mange pour ne pas mourir de faim, on écoute la musique pour s'entendre vivre"

[@nabilairawan2797]

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[@ronasoares1902]

@@ithrisisyphe5561 concordo plenamente com isso.

[@corneliahollaender832]

I watch a world that is getting bigger and bigger against all odds: human rights and saving our climate and our world, I have so much hope ! I can only watch from my place at the PC, I am too old, not very healthy anymore and mostly too far away, but I live from and with this world and its music.

[@1GirlSilver]

I just donated from California. I have nothing but respect for this organization and all they do to bring world peace through music. Thank you for all that you are doing.

[@brendaatkins2450]

Greetings from the Shoshone-Paiute tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation, Owyhee, NV/ID, USA. I've listened to a variety of music ever since I was 13 yrs old n definitely has been healing in many ways, many blessings to all worldwide*

[@Sabine.Soleil]

To be at Peace all together. Love each other alive ☀️

[@TheJillda]

What an amazing work of love, peace and pure joy of music from all corners of the world. There are no words to express how much Playing For Change has impacted my life and love of music. Thank you for this true gift to the world especially during the pandemic where we all need to feel connected while isolated and making our way out of this crisis. Peace and love to all. ❣️

[@yajlemag1]

Best part of my day, week, month, year is having Playing for Change in my life. Never stop.

[@TimNolan1941]

We can We will We must work together to restore harmony to humanity. Love & Peace

[@PauHana420]

There is alot of truth in those powerful words ! Thank you .

[@TimNolan1941]

@@PauHana420 Thanks Tom Love & Peace

[@decay21450]

"Said the king to the people everywhere...pray for peace, people everywhere...He will bring us goodness and light."

[@kevinlortie1114]

The music, the musicians, and the spirit of Playing for Change has been inspirational for decades now. Never has it been more clearly presented that music and the love that goes into its creation binds us all together in a way that no other art can match. We are all connected by the love that is the spring from which all music grows. It is the water 💧 to our ears and hearts 💕 that we all need for survival. We need only listen and enjoy.

[@carladewolf7375]

Playing for Change does my heart good ! Good Music, Good People .

[@michaelbrickley2443]

We can all be grateful for this group, this movement, because all efforts at working together, all efforts at cooperation, can only yield good fruit. Shalom Aleichem

[@tipsterackerman8832]

!!! Hello 💛 Hello💛 Hello💛 !!! I LOVE what's going on here ... coming to stand right there, right here!!!

[@ofeliamilagroscastromora1933]

Desde Republica Dominicana, me encanta la musica. No me inmagino vivir sin musica. Esta sirve para unir los pueblos. Mil gracias por compartir. Abrazos solidarios. Desde esta hermosa isla del Caribe.

[@evalednarova3137]

I became more happy. It is the great discovery for me. I' m the nurse. I work also in center of migration. I knew lot of sad stories from Africa and Asian countries. This movement is hope. I love you so much. Don't stop please. I believe with you that the world can became the best place for everybody.

[@louisegangelhoff5974]

Love is all you need. Thanks for making it happen.

[@magikme033]

Music 🎶 will save the world 🌎 blessings to all

[@ajcraft-hello]

Music raises vibrations, allowing us to heal❤️✨🌎

[@dianecancilla8131]

SUCH GOOD MEDICINE !!!!! Thank You musicians !!!!

[@jamesr3386]

For those who can't afford to donate... PLEASE DON'T SKIP ADS, by that you've already donated.

[@freevue]

yes but constant interruptions are unacceptable when they split words/music

[@michaelbrickley2443]

Thanks for the advice. Never thought of that.

[@TAndrackeH]

All One ~ ONE LOVE, and no one says it better than Playing for Change.

[@laurenlabarre7709]

Playing Music for change has been a huge part of my life. As a musician, and Activist for social justice, this is what I share on All my social media platforms. Thank You All...~

[@fenix02008]

We “STAND UP AND PLAY AND LIVE “ for Change from California❣️

[@JChristelle05]

An amazing array of musicians performing on the song "Biko" at 1H10. In memory of Steve Biko, one of the leaders of and martyrs of the Anti-Apartheid movement in South Africa. I recommend the film "Cry Freedom" to learn about Biko and the fight to end Apartheid.

[@uilleamgalgael6510]

..or read "Biko" by Donald Woods (a friend) with the 'Dedication' and 'In Memoriam' a reminder of the cost of freedom. I often wonder, in recent years, how Stephen Biko might have advanced the legacy of the struggle against apartheid for the betterment of all levels of society in South Africa. His murder was the loss of potential for an even better society than today.

[@suzannepaquettekeepingitreal]

A powerful and joyous tool for the peacefulwarriors òf the world.Thank you all from my heart for the uplifting and power of your music brings love and unity I'm grateful for your gifts you give to all!

[@joandeschamps6790]

So glad John Prine makes an appearance here! He is certainly an angel from above.

[@carlyreil4331]

My idea of heaven, is to smoke one with John Prine - Roger Harvey

[@maureen9342]

Use your voice as an instrument. Sing with your beautiful voice as your instrument. Music....Music.....Music

[@patprince6142]

Absolutely wonderful. What you have done for the world is awesome. And, I've been lucky to have followed your efforts for a long time. Thank you so much.

[@hanbaggen6972]

Gary Clark's song moved me to tears. I have a friend who is fighting for his life as a result of Covid 19. I'm white, he's brown.....We've been friends for almost all of our lives. We did not, and at the same, we did see the difference in color. But it never bothered us. Because we didn't care then, and we still don't care. This song by Gary Clark made me realize that, still in 2022, some ignorant people, have awful prejudices about color . People all over the world.....we all bleed red blood! Nobody is superior to anybody else! One Love!

[@margaretnicol3423]

That was fabulous. Bless you all. Heart and soul and laughter and tears and even anger. It's all in the music. Thank you for sharing it - wherever in the world you are.

[@geoffreyfrank8808]

Hi playing 4 change.. I'm a big fan ..love u guys.. thank you for your positive vibes

[@subliminal00]

I first saw Stand by me about 12 years ago. I make 4 donations a year, this is one of them. Beagle Freedom Project is my 2nd. Happy Holidays and happy New years to everyone. Peace and love through music. Love every single one of you as humans!

[@gingervista]

I saw The PFC band in Madison over ten years ago, then again in Chicago a few years later & have been supporting them monthly ever since.

[@juvenalpereiradasilva6868]

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[@radhadevries2339]

Zo jammer dat ik deze video nu pas vind, Playing for Change verdient veel meer aandacht wereldwijd! Blessings and love to you all💞🙏🌍🌏🌎

[@axisboldaslove5726]

Thank You Alfred Howard_"I Love America"...

[@KolossvanRodss]

Thank You

[@RussellGarvey]

The best 2 hours I've spent in 2020.

[@jeanpepin]

Quel magnifique moment a partagé avec la musique! Cela rapproche les peuples de cette planète.

[@carlyleberkel]

Action speaks louder than words in all of us, so when all take action, the great desire will be achieved.?

[@patriciawitherspoon2344]

I stand up for peace

[@masaizamuya4477]

Namaste... 🕉️ ONE HEART.... ONE BEAT.... ONE LOVE... ONE beautiful mother earth... 🌍♥️...and all sentient beings who live in harmony with our natural laws.... 🕉️❤️❤️❤️ Blessings from Africa...

[@summer540]

Awww......I Remember Everything......crying.... This entire event is marvelous....every song....

[@sontawilliams1616]

I am fairly new maybe 6 months I appreciate this site very much. I loved the Weight.

[@frevr18]

I have always dreamed that music knows no borders, I BELIEVE music transcends country and culture and can be the uniting factor for all people. We have a Folk Festival where I live that offers workshops where artists from different countries and genres are put together to work together. One of my favourites has been Gordon Grdina's Haram playing middle eastern rhythms, Las Cafeteras playing Mexican folk, roots music and Leonard Sumner singing Anishinaabe country, folk and hip hop music all coming together to blend their sounds into one big performance that brought pure joy to all of us there to experience it.

[@josecalmonbarreto6203]

Bravo!!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🤠

[@PaulMaler]

Very good, thank you so much. God bless you.....

[@SunbearBluesBand]

Beautiful music, beautiful people ... and that John Prine song has me in tears.

[@dulceferramola6606]

I love " playing for change". Thank you!

[@megyoung7947]

My darlins...Namaste....love to all....Meg

[@irmcanal]

PAZ . El espíritu de la HUMANIDAD . ¡ BUSQUEMOSLA !

[@unfpalac]

This is amazing!!! We are very happy to #stand4humanrights with you!

[@1339LARS]

Love the whole thing!!!!! //Lars

[@patriciawitherspoon2344]

I stand up for peace ✌️ love 💕 an no war

[@sonarabarber7411]

GREAT cause! I teach individuals how to use music for Personal-Wellbeing. This song encouraged me as I prepare for a training on using music to heal from Social Justice.

[@ronpuddu7676]

Totally Wonderful for the big wide World. Thanks so much for all of it.

[@dwightgaston6079]

Absolutely beautiful. As a Filipino musician, I salute my brothers and sisters expressing the only universal language. Congratulations to Playing for Change and may the Universe smile on your future endeavors!

[@DonPedro61]

PFC They do what i have been dreamin' about my whole life Maravaillosa

[@amyellen3845]

This is a beautiful gift. 🌍🕊️💕

[@stephaniefett7368]

I loved it, so encouraging for me in the fight for social justice,it brought me joy, hope and happiness, thank you ♥ (Australia )

[@pennylane428]

❤️ Paz e amor a todos ❤️

[@leehenderstein4887]

Can't wait...just wonderful

[@konpsymusic]

that Bob Dylan cover was amazing.

[@casadaydamers4514]

Who sang it?

[@JOHNNYHERNO]

UMA HONRA MANIFESTAR ,NA FREGUÊNCIA POSITIVA DA ARTE,ALIANDO COM TODOS NO PLANETA DENTRO DA GRAVIDADE, OBRIGADO UM SALVE .

[@markjohnson7692]

We love and thank you Johnny “Maestro” Herno!!

[@JOHNNYHERNO]

Thankil you maestro

[@julieharpa9372]

Love you playing for change❤✨✨✨

[@trailerboat-australasia4245]

Watching this as a long time supporter of Playing For Change and strong advocate for equality throughout the world I am fairly disappointed by the Black Lives Matter message continually portrayed by this documentary. I believe in All Lives Matter and Peace Through Music.

[@Johnboy33545]

I do remember everything, 75 years worth. This performance more than any of the others(all excellent) broke me up with tears of loss and tears of joy. R.I.P., John. You were one of the greatest storytellers ever.😂💙

[@elainewieczorek2733]

this has been fantastic, musically and educationally. Donated and Shared. Thank you.

[@soniag4540]

It was Amazing!!💙 god bless all you!💙😘

[@aleksandrahulisz3050]

Love Annie and this song!!!!

[@splitmind8119]

Love in the house💫

[@marcinfajfer8127]

you guys are great and i love music

[@justjeff3107]

♥Give peace a chance 🎶🎵✌

[@tetavalika]

Thank you for this great event

[@pizzaital0611]

Yesss Keith Richards 👏👏👏

[@piszczepan]

As usually, what PFC makes it was emotional, full of good feelings and wonderfull music. Thanks for your good job.

[@gambiajoe]

Many greetings from Germany . Super channel . Stay healthy and cheerful. mfg JOE

[@michaelallison5337]

Who has fallen, who is getting up? Thankyou much.

[@annaw2486]

Wonderful event✌️🕊️🎵🎶🎼, greetings from Poland🇵🇱

[@sossobo]

uau,já 20 anos? lembro de como fiquei emocionada ao ouvir stand by me! projeto incrivel e lindo! o tempo passou rápido demais com música!

[@gladysimaz3291]

Hermoso proyecto en movimiento....Salud Flia HUMANA

[@grenzenlos2001]

this is just wonderful, thank you 🙏 ❤️

[@WILLIAMFOLIAO100]

Congratulations from Ensemble Os Foliões, from São Luís City, Brazil.

[@sunilsir.7]

Wow❤

[@susanag4540]

Love the work that you do, I try to see and listen to what you all create, you bring hope and happiness to my life. The only thing that I can say is that women is not represented as the enough being the 50% of world population. ❤✌

[@gerardothielen4310]

It’s a shame how many people in the XXI Century are questioning the role and importance of the UNO, which is perhaps the greatest social creation of mankind, and I gladly see how it is trying to spread its message in social media. Having said that, it is true that some of the UN bodies fall short from public expectations, such as - sadly and deservedly enough- the Human Rights Council. It’s tough to have people understand or accept that international politics are to blame.

[@messiahmoose]

This was wonderful. Thank you.

[@flamingfrancis]

Dylan's "Times they are a changing" is a very appropriate song on unity and of the times. Another good one is the 1991 Scorpions hit "Winds of change" (World version).

[@andreashankman3085]

Amazing!

[@elcalupoh1363]

viva mexicoo!!!! tierra sagrada!!

[@genevievelajoie9635]

J'adore.....

[@emanuelabravin4441]

Fantastici

[@joalalge5984]

This is an amazing piece of art ❤

[@beachcomberkt]

omg...so awesome! I love how you brought it full circle and played the first video at the end. thank you all for doing this! you're all amazing! : ) xoxo peace

[@phnijman]

If you are advocating change it’s a gotspe to talk about “why America can be so great”.

[@bikjames]

Muito Bom, apenas faltou uma legenda para unificar todas as linguas... Parabéns a esse grande projeto, acompanho desde o inicio com a grande musica que a muito me emociona 'Stand By Me' .. sucesso sempre

[@obadiaismailotim1890]

You can fool some people sometimes but you can not fool all the people everytime

[@fernandorivero9697]

Felicidades que gran trabajo, saludos desde Mexico

[@lauramartinezcarrera2363]

Adelante hermanos!!! Qué tengan todos excelente año y tengan muchos logros, que continúen todos apoyando a los que más lo necesitan. Un fraternal abrazo.

[@kavmaz]

LOVE IT !

[@orlienemariavasconcelosorl8442]

Maravilhoso! Como seria bom ter traduções disponíveis, principalmente na apresentação dos músicos.