Ed Sheeran expressed that he was not asked to be part of the new mix of the 1984 song, stating his understanding of its narrative regarding charity has evolved. He stated, "My approval wasn't sought on this new Band Aid 40 release and had I had the choice I would have respectfully declined the use of my vocals. A decade on and my understanding of the narrative associated with this has changed." This reflects his personal stance on the song's implications today.
Fuse ODG criticized the original charity campaign for its portrayal of Africa, saying it dehumanizes Africans and harms their identity. This sentiment was echoed by Sheeran, who shared ODG's views, indicating a shift towards recognizing the harmful stereotypes propagated by campaigns like Band Aid.
Geldof defended Band Aid's efforts, emphasizing its ongoing impact, stating, "This little pop song has kept millions of people alive," and questioned the validity of criticisms against the campaign. He added, "No abstract theory regardless of how sincerely held should impede or distract from that hideous, concrete real-world reality." His focus remains on helping those in need.
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