He also adds that despite the exhaustive exposition and the graceful style, his role as a Haridasa eclipsed his scholarly work. He is often considered as the pioneer of Dasa Sahitya with his simple worded and spiritual hymns synchronised to music. Jackson conjectures that the simple and rural beginnings of Sripadaraya coupled with an intimate connection with his vernacular language influenced his poetry.
Additionally, he notes that despite the thorough treatment and refined style, his role as a Haridasa eclipsed his scholarly contributions. He is often regarded as the pioneer of Dasa Sahitya, characterized by simple, spiritually infused hymns in harmony with music. Jackson suggests that Sripadaraya's rustic beginnings and close connection to his vernacular language shaped his poetic style.