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man that you are

man that you are

noran – “man that you are”
Final single before the album confessions of a lifelong yearner

Egyptian-American artist noran closes the pre-album chapter with “man that you are,” a confessional modern indie pop cut that turns heartbreak into clarity. Over warm, guitar-driven production from Giuliano Giarraputo (who also mixed and mastered the track at MAD Studios in Canada), noran threads intimate verses toward a cathartic, shout-ready hook—owning the moment where self-respect outgrows the lies.

Written by noran and built with a clean, contemporary pop aesthetic, the single lands squarely between the diaristic honesty of today’s singer-songwriters and the drive of radio-ready indie pop. It’s the second and final single ahead of the forthcoming album confessions of a lifelong yearner, framing its core themes: vulnerability, resilience, and choosing yourself.

Visuals arrive with artwork by Salma Hussein Qutub and a fresh press-photo set by Omar Aly, plus short-form clips tailored for Reels/Shorts. A Spotify Canvas will follow shortly after release.

Cover art by:  Salma Hussein Qutub 

September 19, 2025
Single
Indie Pop, Pop