

When the sky feels too high to reach
And every breath just pulls you down
I’ll be the quiet in your storm
The hand you lost but somehow found
When the world forgets your name
And silence answers every try
I’ll hold the dream you thought was gone
And teach your wings again to fly
Even if we fall behind
Even if the road unwinds
We don’t need to run, just walk
Step by step, we’ll climb the clock
Step by step, even slow is strong
We are learning where we both belong
In the hush between the pain and song
We are growing, we are moving on
One more tear, one more laugh, one more light
Step by step, we rise through the night
Don’t need to shine to feel alive
Some stars are quiet, some glow late
Your story’s not a final page
It’s just a bend, it’s not too late
I used to run and lose my way
Chasing shadows of the past
But with your voice, I found my pace
A rhythm slow enough to last
Even if we lose the map
Even if the colors fade
We don’t need to see the end
To believe that we’ll ascend
Step by step, even slow is strong
We are learning where we both belong
In the hush between the pain and song
We are growing, we are moving on
One more scar, one more chance to try
Step by step, we reach for the sky
We are not the ones who quit
We are made of every hit
Every no that led to yes
Every storm that said:
“You're not done yet”
Step by step, even slow is strong
We are writing where our hearts belong
In the silence where the brave hold on
We are growing, we are moving on
One more day, one more chance to fight
Step by step, we walk into the light
- Lyricist
Justin Otani
- Composer
Justin Otani
- Producer
Justin Otani
- Keyboards
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- Piano
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Listen to Step by Step by Justin Otani
Streaming / Download
- 1
Before the Leaves Turn Red
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- 2
Forever Like This
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- 3
Hold Me Through the Change
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- 4
If My Last Song Is You
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- 5
Lines of Light
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- 6
Seasons Still Remember Us
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- ⚫︎
Step by Step
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- 8
The Promise That Melted
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- 9
Until Morning Comes
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- 10
Where We Still Belong
Justin Otani
Inspired by the sounds of J-pop, anime, and classic JRPGs, we create emotionally-driven, cinematic melodies that blend nostalgia with powerful storytelling. Every track is crafted like a journey-rich in atmosphere, drama, and heart. As professional musicians, we strive to build immersive soundscapes that transcend time and borders, capturing the spirit of fantasy and the depth of human emotion. This is music for dreamers, adventurers, and believers.
Artist Profile
Justin Otani
Tokyo-based musician inspired by J-pop, anime, and classic JRPGs. Crafting emotional, cinematic melodies that blend nostalgia with storytelling-music that feels like a journey beyond worlds.
Justin Otaniの他のリリース
Oathfire Sound