Arts & Fashion
Cosmic Rhapsody
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28 April 2025
This article first appeared in our Organic September 2025 issue of My Green Pod Magazine. Click here to subscribe to our digital edition and get each issue delivered straight to your inbox
Main image: Susan Lim and Tom Ball awarded at the World Film Festival in Cannes
As the summer of 2025 unfolds, the escalating climate crisis calls for our unwavering attention.
In this period, the song ‘Timeless’, which recently premiered at the P.E.A. Awards during London Climate Action Week, emerges as a powerful anthem for change.
The soulful rendition from Britain’s Got Talent alum Tom Ball captivated audiences at Ladbroke Hall on 26 June, catapulting ‘Timeless’ to number one on the iTunes classical charts the very next day, following its release on Signum Classics.
This classical pop song rapidly gained momentum, spreading globally to clinch the top spot in the UK, Singapore and the Philippines, plus top-five positions in Australia and the USA.
The song also garnered international acclaim at the Annual Gala of the World Film Festival in Cannes, 28 June, where it was named Best Original Song.
Tom Ball was also recognised as Best Singer of the Future.
The World Film Festival Cannes recognition was particularly significant for the song’s accompanying music video, aptly titled ‘Timeless – a Symphony in Motion’.
This captivating visual showcased the original recording session at the famed Abbey Road Studio One, featuring Tom Ball and over 110 musicians, including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the London Voices and a pop band.
Enhanced by subtle, poignant, animated overlays of the seasons by artist Samudra Kamal Saikia, this unique blend of powerful music and evocative artwork captivated the festival panel.
It effectively translated the song’s message into a tangible call to action – a symphony truly set in motion for our planet.
‘Timeless’ is more than a musical composition; it offers a profound reflection on our relationship with nature and the dramatic shifts we are witnessing.
One particularly poignant line – ‘The seasons make a fool of me / They tell me things and go suddenly’ – powerfully encapsulates the incredibly unpredictable nature of our climate.
Once reliable, the seasons now behave erratically, mirroring the monumental changes wrought by human activity and climate disruption.
These lyrics serve as a potent reminder that climate change is not a fleeting anomaly, but a long-term crisis that demands immediate action.
The song’s success highlights music’s incredible power to inspire positive change and spread crucial messages.
Music transcends boundaries, and can foster a shared understanding and commitment to environmental stewardship.
In this regard, musicians, composers and songwriters become environmental artists, using their craft as a vehicle to communicate the urgency of environmental action.
‘Timeless’ is a perfect example of this; its ethereal melodies and thought-provoking lyrics, by songwriters Ron J Danziger and Christina Teenz Tan, prompt listeners to critically examine their role within the ecosystem and their impact on the planet.
During London Climate Action Week, talks, panels and discussions all served to emphasise our collective responsibility to act on climate commitments.
‘Timeless’ echoes this sentiment, serving as a call to arms for individuals to become active ambassadors for change.
The song’s global chart performance demonstrates its capacity to reach diverse audiences and bridge communities, uniting them under the common goal of a sustainable future.
The message is clear: music can be a powerful catalyst for awareness and action. ‘Timeless’ has resonated with millions, and other artistic endeavours can inspire in a similar way.
It is imperative that we integrate this message into our daily lives, and recognise that every individual can contribute to a more sustainable world.
It doesn’t need to be complicated; it can be as simple as reducing our carbon footprint, advocating for green policies or simply engaging in conversations about our environment.
Our collective actions, however small, have a cumulative impact.
The world premiere of ‘Timeless’ and its impactful lyrics, coupled with Tom Ball’s remarkable performance and the song’s global chart-topping success, underscore the vital role of music in addressing the climate crisis.
The seasons may change, but our commitment to the planet must remain steadfast.
Let the melodies of ‘Timeless’ evolve into a symphony in motion, ensuring a beautiful and sustainable world for generations to come.
We are the change we wish to see – and through music, our actions can resonate far and wide.
Click here to stream ‘Timeless’, or watch the video on Tom’s YouTube channel here.
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