Music is the soul’s very first language.

 

Before we ever spoke or made tools, humans likely made music.
One evening, far back in time, before civilization even began, early humans may have hummed along with the rhythm of their hearts—and just like that, music was born.

We don’t know exactly when it happened. But as our ancestors lived and evolved in the forests, that first musical moment could have happened anytime. From then on, melody, rhythm, and beat grew with us—getting more refined as we moved forward in time.

Understanding 'Sangeet'

On this World Music Day, it feels fitting to sing a song, listen to one, or even write our own. But before we do that, let’s pause for a moment to reflect.

The word sangeet (music) comes from two parts: geet (song) and sangat (accompaniment). That’s probably why ancient scholars believed that true music includes three elements—singing, instruments, and dance. These three go hand in hand.

Singing needs instruments and dance. Instruments need rhythm from singing and dance. And dance wouldn’t be the same without music and song. They’re all deeply connected and rely on each other.

Science has even shown that music affects animals, birds, and even plants in a positive way. You may have heard about research suggesting music can help people heal, and that certain ragas can ease the symptoms of chronic illness.

There’s a saying: If there’s a disease (rog), there’s also a raga—a musical cure.

The Role of Literature and Spirituality in Music

To create truly beautiful music, good writing is essential. Both the songwriter and the composer need to be honest and committed to their work.

Just like music, literature has rhythm, emotion, meaning, and imagery. They go hand in hand—music should live in a writer’s heart, and literature should be felt in a singer’s voice.

Spirituality, which simply means turning inward, is a part of music too. When we sing or listen deeply, we feel lost in the moment—completely immersed. Every beat and every note carries a spiritual feeling.

And let’s be honest: music isn’t something we always create on command. Some days, inspiration just doesn’t come. Other days, it flows effortlessly. This unpredictability—the randomness—is what makes music feel spiritual. That’s what makes it magical.

Celebrating Music

Music keeps growing. New styles and genres are being created all the time, and listeners welcome them with open arms. We’re always craving something new. And as creators, we must stay true to what we make.

The more we explore new ideas in music, the more it grows—not just in sound, but in meaning and impact. How far can music go? Maybe we’ll only know when we understand just how deep it already runs.

And now, as we wrap up, let’s celebrate the joy of music with a timeless song by John Lennon:

Imagine there’s no countries
It isn’t hard to do
Nothing to kill or die for
And no religion too
Imagine all the people
Living life in peace

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