Armaan Malik: ‘What In The World’ Invites Reflection and Reconnection
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Synopsis
On Earth Day, Armaan Malik's track 'What In The World' emerges from a global collaboration of over 30 artists, urging listeners to pause, reflect, and reconnect with nature. This initiative, Sounds Right, features diverse musical talents and sounds of the earth, highlighting the importance of environmental awareness through music.
Key Takeaways
- Armaan Malik releases ‘What In The World’ to encourage environmental reflection.
- Over 30 artists from various countries contribute to the Sounds Right initiative.
- The collection incorporates the sounds of nature.
- Music is a powerful tool for inspiring change.
- Collaboration with NATURE emphasizes the importance of conservation.
London, April 22 (NationPress) As the globe honors Earth Day this Tuesday, more than 30 renowned musicians from various corners of the world have unveiled new tracks that incorporate the melodies of nature. Among them is Indian artist Armaan Malik, who describes his contribution, “What In The World,” as a plea to pause and reconnect with our surroundings.
The music is enriched with nature's symphony, featuring birdsong, crashing waves, glaciers, moths, antelopes, and wildlife from rainforests. This exceptional collection is part of Sounds Right, a groundbreaking initiative that has made history by introducing ‘Nature’ as an official artist on streaming platforms.
Included in the new music releases are illustrious talents such as Armaan and Indian American singer-songwriter Raveena, alongside Grammy winners and emerging artists from a variety of genres.
Key contributors include French composer Yann Tiersen, electronic music force Steve Angello from Swedish House Mafia, and Seattle indie-rock artist SYML. They are joined by talents like Rozzi, George The Poet, Rosa Walton, Penguin Cafe, Madame Gandhi, Franc Moody, and many others.
With representation from countries such as India, the UK, the US, Japan, Colombia, Russia, Hong Kong, Denmark, and Argentina, these artists showcase a rich tapestry of musical styles, including Indian pop.
Reflecting on the significance of the song and its collaboration with Nature, Malik remarked: “Nature is speaking - we just have to listen. ‘What In The World’ is a call to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the world around us. That’s why the Sounds Right initiative is so important. Music has the power to inspire change, and together, we can make a difference.”
On describing the track, Armaan noted: “What In The World” begins with gentle reflections and evolves into a compelling pop-rock anthem, resonating with the urgent message it conveys.
“It delves into awakening to the surrounding chaos, questioning our impact on each other, our environment, and the planet overall—while retaining hope that change is achievable.”
Raveena contributes “Morning Prayer” (feat. Nature), a contemplative piece that intertwines nature, healing, and ancestral memory. Renowned for her ethereal voice and genre-blending style, Raveena draws inspiration from her Sikh Punjabi heritage and profound spiritual bond with the Earth.
The track amalgamates various textures, instrumentation, and the sounds of nature to evoke contemplation, tranquility, and happiness.
Raveena shared: “Jenn and I created ‘Morning Prayer’ inspired by a magical moment in nature. During a forest trip, I meditated outside in the rain for 30 minutes. At the peak of my meditation, the light shone through the raindrops, inspiring Jenn to capture a voice recording and photographs of me meditating.”
“Two weeks later, she sent me an instrumental created with the nature sounds from our trip, and I was so inspired that I wrote ‘Morning Prayer’ on the spot, recalling that vivid experience. This song felt like the ideal contribution to NATURE’s Earth Day series.”
Yann Tiersen expressed: “I’m thankful to be part of the Sounds Right campaign. In a time where the human narrative is central, it’s essential to rewrite that story. The Earth is not merely a backdrop to our ambitions—it’s a living, breathing entity we are intertwined with.”
SYML added: “I selected lovely sounds from the Olympic mountains and Puget Sound in Washington State. The mountains and waterways are integral to my upbringing, and I’m delighted to raise my children amid the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Regardless of our location, it's our responsibility to care for what existed before, leaving it in a better state.”
All the tracks are available on the NATURE’s Collaborations playlist on Spotify.
Gabriel Smales, Global Programme Director for Sounds Right at UN Live, stated: “We posed a question: what if nature could communicate—and be acknowledged—through music? A year later, the response is evident. Millions are listening, directing tangible support to communities safeguarding our planet’s essential ecosystems.”
“Moreover, through collaboration with NATURE, global artists are reminding us that music can do more than evoke emotion; it can empower us to protect what is most important. If music can make nature a collaborator, envision the possibilities if other sectors followed suit.”
Led by the Museum for the United Nations - UN Live, Sounds Right represents the culmination of a unique alliance among global artists, nature sound libraries, esteemed producers, creatives, and environmental organizations aiming to place music at the core of a worldwide dialogue on nature conservation and restoration. Partners include EarthPercent, AKQA, and the Hempel Foundation, among others.
