Our message about biodiversity could not have come at a better time, says Shaan

Now, people know that if we leave nature alone, then nature has this innate ability to heal itself,” says singer Shaan, who feels that humans have, by now, probably realised the fact that the world does not revolve around us.

“The pollution levels have come down, the skies are bluer, the marine life is getting better. We have this feeling that it is the humans who rule the world, but that is not true. Everyone just has a part to play,” asserts Shaan.

The singer, on June 5, released a track titled Dhak Dhak Dharti to commemorate World Environment Day. The track features vocals by singers Adnan Sami, Papon and Shweta Mohan, among others. “Our message about biodiversity could not have come at a better time. We wanted to get artistes from across the country, so that landscapes from which they belong, are represented,” he says.

The track is third in the series of collaborations with National Award-winning lyricist, Swanand Kirkire. “By now, we have developed a certain camaraderie. Swanand is a dear friend and he has the knack of saying the most poignant things in the simplest of ways. He can connect with the common man and yet, get him thinking,” says Shaan.

The singer believes that it is important for kids to understand the beauty of our biodiversity, and it is up to us to assist them in doing so. “Our intent is to help kids who’re five to 10 years old understand the importance of nature,” he says, adding, “They’re at an age where if we make them understand something, they will remember it forever.”