Client :

On Their Path,
We Sail

Service:

Song Production

Occasion:

Saudi Founding Day

Service:

Song Production

Event:

Saudi Founding Day

Vision

The song “On Their Path, We Sail” highlights the role of Saudi ports in the country’s development and prosperity throughout history. The song celebrates the Saudi Founding Day by telling a national story that showcases the importance of ports as a bridge for cultural exchange and openness since the establishment of the First Saudi State in 1727. The idea reflects the continuity of giving and progress that the ancestors established and extended to meet the aspirations of current and future generations

Poem

The song’s lyrics represent a narrative journey, starting with the phrase “Once upon a time, the journey began” to make the listener part of a national story that spans time. The lyrics reflect the exploratory spirit represented by the ports and address themes of stability, ambition, and achievement. The text narrates the Kingdom’s development and advancement in an epic framework that enhances the sense of pride and belonging

Once upon a time, and the journey began…
In the era of glory and majesty, a story was written…
With the light, this story was written…
With meanings of pride, its unique meaning…
With strong hands, we rose to glory…
Our ports began to increase, between their shores and their horizon, they sailed…
The first laughter in the happy dawn

Melody

The melody was designed in a gradual style that suits the story’s narrative, starting with the Nahawand maqam, which reflects a sense of nostalgia and narrative beginning. Then, it transitioned to the Ajam maqam, which adds a sense of optimism and launch, coinciding with the story’s progression towards the peak of achievement. The Hijaz maqam was used in expressive moments to enhance the cultural identity and spiritual depth in the song.

The rhythm used is the Khbeiti rhythm, a traditional Saudi rhythm known in national occasions and heritage celebrations, which reflects vitality and activity while enhancing the enthusiastic rhythm in the main sections. The oud instrument played a key role in the beginning of the work and some musical intervals, adding a traditional character that documents the song’s identity and deepens its connection to Saudi culture

Performance

Artist Abdulaziz Al-Abdullah successfully presented a narrative and inspiring performance that aligns with the philosophy of the text and melody. With his strong voice and ability to vary expressive, Abdulaziz was able to transport the listener between the different story sections with flexibility and smoothness, making the song a comprehensive experience that combines storytelling and national emotion. His performance added a sense of historical presence and continuity of national achievement