Sridarshan Perspective on The Man from Saudi

This is Sridarshan Nanda, a 23-year-old biomedical engineering student at the University of Texas at Dallas who is also pursuing an associate degree in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology at Dallas College. I am the Founder and President of Scitech International LLC, a company that distributes medical and surgical devices from the U.S. to the Middle East and Europe.

Beyond academics and business, I am passionate about strength training and fitness, following an intense regimen that includes fasting, low-carb dieting, and gym workouts. I have a love for technology and gaming, owning high-end devices like the ASUS Zephyrus G16, MacBook Pro, and much more.

Additionally, I am a part-time music artist, playing piano, composing, and writing lyrics. I love traveling, luxury, and investments, including cryptocurrency staking. I own multiple digital assets and are actively tracking their value.

I am highly goal-driven, financially strategic, and disciplined, always seeking ways to optimize my health, career, and investments whilst still enjoying gaming, movies, and fine dining.

Man from Saudi is a track where my background plays a direct and defining role, shaping both the identity and attitude of the song. Growing up in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as an Indian meant that I carried a unique cultural blend, one that often set me apart in different social settings. This song embodies that distinct identity. It’s bold, confident, and unapologetically self-assured, reflecting the pride I take in where I come from and the persona I project. The repeated phrase "Man from Saudi" isn’t just a lyric; it’s a statement, a way of owning my roots and making it a defining part of my presence.

The song's energy captures the swagger of Middle Eastern music, with its hypnotic, chant-like repetition and rhythmic flow, giving it a vibe that feels both anthemic and personal. The lyrical themes of moving on, self-worth, and rejection of toxicity reflect an attitude that aligns with the strength and pride often associated with Middle Eastern masculinity - there’s a sense of dominance, a refusal to be played with, and an awareness of one’s value. At the same time, the delivery and melody still carry traces of Western pop and R&B, showing how my exposure to global music influences my songwriting.

Beyond the lyrics, my personal experience of being an Indian in Saudi Arabia gives this song a deeper layer. I know what it’s like to feel like an outsider, to have a background that people don’t always fully understand, and 'Man from Saudi' turns that into a source of power rather than alienation. It’s not just about lost love, it’s about owning who I am, standing my ground, and making it clear that I’m not someone to be taken for granted. The song merges my Middle Eastern, Indian, and Western influences into something confident, rhythmic, and undeniably personal.

My earliest memory would be from when I was around 8 years old when my parents bought me a small keyboard from a store and I taught myself over the years how to make melodies. With years of practice and experiencing a variety of different music cultures - I feel as though I have found my calling and made a step forward being a songwriter and music composer.

Man from Saudi falls into a mix of Latin Pop, Reggaeton, Dance-Pop, and Afrobeat-influenced R&B, with a strong focus on high energy, rhythmic movement, and confident lyricism. The Latin-style beats give it a vibrant, club-friendly feel, making it the kind of track that gets people moving on the dance floor. The reggaeton-style drum patterns and infectious repetition of "With the man from Saudi" add a hypnotic quality, making it catchy and immersive, similar to hits from artists like Bad Bunny, Rauw Alejandro, or Maluma.

At the same time, there’s a clear Western Pop and R&B influence in the smooth melodic delivery, keeping it sleek and polished rather than purely percussive. The song’s self-assured, almost braggadocious lyrics fit well within the swagger-filled world of Latin urban music, where confidence and attitude drive the energy of the track. The rhythmic and percussive elements also lean into Afrobeat-style bounce, giving it a global, cross-cultural appeal while keeping the focus on danceable grooves.

Overall, Man from Saudi is a high-energy Latin-infused dance track with a mix of reggaeton, dance-pop, and Afrobeat influences, designed to feel both hypnotic and empowering. It’s the kind of song that blends club-ready vibes with personal storytelling, making it a unique fusion of global sounds and cultural identity.