IF I FALL

By Mariam Jibril

Music is a key means of expression for Sherif Iskander. He puts his emotions and thoughts about faith and existence into his songs. He is a practicing cardiologist in Tyler, USA. He found a way to balance his intense and time-consuming profession with his passion and released a single each year. His latest single If I Fall was released on the 7th of August, 2026. The song is about challenges in life and the need for someone to be there to help pick you up when you fall, and about facing your challenges and overcoming your weaknesses. The song’s title is quite revealing and suggests the answer to what challenges the author of the song is facing. In a world and time where the arts are dominated by decadence and ostentatiousness, Iskander’s song is a breath of fresh air. The song is written in simple and clear language and focuses on spirituality. It promotes spirituality as something people should turn to for help. The artist chose to produce a song where he would communicate his feelings, and the outcome would serve as a therapeutic tool to others who have similar feelings. It also offers hope and creates an atmosphere to slow down and nurture one’s spirituality. The song is a masterpiece!

Iskander uses personal experiences and a universal human topic, hitting rock bottom, as a way to engage his audience. According to Iskander, falling describes the process of hitting rock bottom, and If I Fall is about picking yourself up and moving on after that process. The song demonstrates the importance of faith, and Iskander uses biblical references to help express his thoughts and feelings. Although audience members do not need to be Christian to understand and appreciate the song, many of the concepts in the song are derived from the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Although many people are able to juggle their personal and professional lives, Iskander has found it difficult to balance the two. As a cardiologist, his patients’ health comes first, and he does not have time to focus on his personal interests. Making music has been healing and spiritual for Iskander. In fact, he believes music has the potential to change and heal others as well. Iskander proves that people can have multiple gifts and talents, but he uses his particular set of gifts and talents to produce music that helps others heal spiritually and emotionally.

If I Fall is a song about the moments that test our faith. It is about the times when we experience the absolute lowest and are barely hanging on. We all have moments when we feel lost and cannot see a path in front of us. Oftentimes, it is during these moments that we experience a loss of faith. During these times, all we can do is wait for our faith to be restored and our strength to return. Sherif Iskander has been successful in communicating this message through his song. It is written and sung as if he has something to say. Something he has experienced. Sherif’s song is a testament to the peace and joy he has experienced in his life and the thankfulness he feels for it. Spiritually, this song carries a message of faith, renewal, and restoration. This song serves as a testament to Sherif’s gratitude, as well as an explanation of his calling. He has dedicated himself to this so that he may reach others and give them hope when they feel lost and helpless.