Egypt was represented at the Intervision 2025 contest by Moustafa Saad, a rising star in Arabic music, who brought a soulful, deeply personal ballad to the international stage. His entry combined classical Arabic motifs with modern pop and orchestral elements.
Moustafa Saad's selection was a nod to his significant standing in the world of modern Arab music, where he has successfully bridged the gap between traditional sounds and contemporary production. Saad is an accomplished singer, educator, and soloist of the Egyptian Opera Theater in Alexandria. He has performed on major stages across Egypt for over 15 years, blending Eastern musical traditions with modern sounds. He is a winner of the Arab Music and Singing Competition, organized by the Egyptian Supreme Council for Culture, and has notable experience from shows such as Arab Idol. In addition to his stage career, Saad actively works as a music teacher in international schools and promotes Arab music culture, bringing a multifaceted background to his role as Egypt's representative.
The Contest Performance and Theme
Moustafa Saad performed his original love ballad, "Ben Elbanat" (written in Arabic as بن البنات), which translates as 'Among All the Girls'. The song's core message is one of rare and precious love, told through rich metaphors and a cinematic soundscape.
Moustafa Saad's Statement on his Song's Inspiration:
Saad wrote the lyrics himself during a period of "pause" in his life and career—a time when he experienced uncertainty and melancholy. He stated that the song became a means of expressing quiet strength and faith.The arrangement was a beautiful mix of an Arabic-style pop ballad with Middle Eastern motifs and a shift between gentle verses and powerful choruses.
Contest Result
Moustafa Saad's elegant and emotional performance placed Egypt toward the lower end of the scoreboard(20th), but successfully introduced his unique blend of cinematic Arabic pop to a diverse global audience.
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