Released July 6, 2016 Recorded 2016 Length 4:23 | Format Digital download Genre Pop Label Interscope
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"Hands" is a charity single recorded by various artists for the 2016 Orlando nightclub shooting. It was written by Justin Tranter, Julia Michaels, and BloodPop, and produced by the latter and Mark Ronson. All of the song's proceeds benefit the families affected during the shooting, and will help cover medical costs and counseling efforts. The song was conceived by Tranter, the day after the United States' deadliest mass shooting by a single gunman occurred.
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Approximately 24 artists assisted in the making of "Hands", which was released as a digital download on July 6, 2016. Interscope Records handled the release, allowing artists to use their studios most convenient to them. In addition to Tranter and Interscope, GLAAD also helped with the single. Proceeds from the song will be donated to the Equality Florida Pulse Victims Fund, the GLBT Community Center of Central Florida and GLAAD.
Background
"Hands" was conceived by Tranter the following day after the 2016 Orlando nightclub shooting occurred. In an interview with Billboard, Tranter stated that each musician was "assigned [...] what we thought would be the best part for their voice". Eventually, over two dozen artists assisted in the making of "Hands", which was released as a digital download on July 6, 2016. Interscope Records handled the release, with assistance from GLAAD.
Artists involved
Source: Billboard