[Verse 1] Missed birthdays missed first steps I was chasing paychecks chasing my own mess Phone on silent while you needed my voice I was out there wilding like I ain’t have a choice Pictures on the fridge I was staring from afar You were growing up fast I was drinking at the bar Every “I’ll be there” turned into “I’m sorry” You were waiting at the door I was drowning in my worry [Chorus] I’m late but I’m here now I can’t change then but I swear now Every tear every fear I’m right here now I’m right here now If you hate me I get it you can scream it loud But if you fall I’ma catch you that’s my only vow Every year that I lost I’ma fight for it now I’m late but I’m here I’m your dad I’m proud [Verse 2] I remember little shoes by the front door waiting Cartoons on mute clock hands rotating You asking “Where you at?” I was stuck in my shame Let the past raise my voice let the hurt say my name Court dates cold nights arguing and letters Thought distance was protection but it never made it better You needed my hugs I was stuck in my head Now I’d trade my whole life just to tuck you in bed [Chorus] I’m late but I’m here now I can’t change then but I swear now Every tear every fear I’m right here now I’m right here now If you hate me I get it you can scream it loud But if you fall I’ma catch you that’s my only vow Every year that I lost I’ma fight for it now I’m late but I’m here I’m your dad I’m proud [Bridge] I ain’t asking you to fix me I’m asking for a chance Let me show you how I love you not just talk it in advance I’ll be in the front row even if you don’t wave I’ll clap till my hands hurt for the courage you gave [Chorus] I’m late but I’m here now I can’t change then but I swear now Every tear every fear I’m right here now I’m right here now If you hate me I get it you can scream it loud But if you fall I’ma catch you that’s my only vow Every year that I lost I’ma fight for it now I’m late but I’m here I’m your dad I’m proud

rap, Intimate boom-bap with warm Rhodes chords, soft vinyl crackle, and mellow bass. Male vocals up close and confessional, light plate reverb. Hooks lift with subtle gospel-style harmonies and stacked ad-libs. Beat stays steady and grounded; last chorus strips to keys and voice for a vulnerable fade.

Still Your Dad