Step By Step
J.D. Souther Lyrics

Yo I remember the first time that we met
I vividly recall the initial encounter when we first crossed paths

You was something extra special it be real hard to forget
You were an exceptional person, one whose memory will linger unmistakably

You was like 4 years old and such a lady
You were incredibly mature and well-behaved for someone of your tender age

So friendly and polite but definitely mamas baby
You were courteous and charming, but it was clear that your mother was your number one priority

We immediately hit it off I could tell you was a sweetheart
We quickly established a rapport, and I could discern that you were a kind and thoughtful individual

You made pursuing mama easy even though I knew it would be hard
You made it easier for me to court your mother, despite the fact that it was a difficult and unfamiliar endeavor

See having a bonus kid wasn't something that I was sure of
I wasn't entirely confident about becoming a step-parent, especially to a child who wasn't my own

But you made me so comfortable and you chose to give me pure love
But you made me feel at ease and demonstrated an unconditional affection towards me

Help me to conquer fear because I know the damage that fear does
You aided me in overcoming my apprehensions, as I understood how deleterious fear could be

Took my hand and hugged me close
You held my hand and embraced me, providing me with solace and reassurance

You gave me the best bear hug
You bestowed upon me the most comforting and nurturing embrace

Whatever air you breathing
Whatever atmosphere you inhabit

I wanna share it
I yearn to partake in it with you

Can't believe I get to be your parent
I find it incredible that I have the privilege of being your father figure

And I'm so embarrassed I wasted anytime with insecurity or acting careless
I regret having squandered any time on feelings of self-doubt or behaving recklessly

Your father A-1 and I'm so glad wifey dared us
You have an exceptional biological father, and I'm grateful that my wife encouraged me to develop a bond with you

To seize the opportunity to prove the rarest
To take advantage of this chance and demonstrate something exceptionally valuable

Form of celebrating you is something we can cherish
The way we honor and commemorate you is something that we will hold dear

Step by step Imma do the best I can
Gradually and carefully, I will endeavor to give my all

Happy your my daughter and I can't Imagine a world where I can't reach for your hand
I'm overjoyed that you are part of my life and I cannot fathom the thought of being unable to hold your hand

You make me a better man every day imma take it
You inspire me to become a superior person, day by day, and I vow to embrace this transformation

Yo the times that we're silly
The moments when we're being playful and carefree

It be the best times
Those are the experiences that bring me the most joy

How we get on mama's last nerves it be the best vibes
Even when we're testing your mother's patience, it's still a source of positivity and happiness

And like I told ya I'd kill a man if he were dumb enough to touch mine
As I've mentioned before, I would fiercely protect you from anyone who dares to harm you

You so special to me imma invest time
You are enormously significant to me, and I will dedicate my time to nurturing our relationship

This song been a long time coming sorry for the wait
I've been meaning to write this song for some time, and I apologize for the delay

I hope it was worth it but I ain't just wanna take
I trust that it will have been worth the effort, but I didn't want to produce a subpar effort

Any ol' words that rhyme and force em to fit
I didn't want to use any generic or trite lyrics, or try to awkwardly shoehorn them into the song

It be unfortunate if I couldn't call you my kid
It would be terribly regrettable if I didn't have the privilege of regarding you as my own child

You make me smile when I'm having the worst days
You have the ability to bring me joy even during the bleakest moments

No need to compete for my attention
You don't have to vie for my regard or focus

Girl you coming in first place
You are my top priority

Well after mommy but nobody could replace ya
Your mother is still the most important person to me, but you are irreplaceable in your own right

Every moment I get to raise ya is something special and I don't blame ya
Every instance that I have the opportunity to father you is significant, and I understand if you have occasional grievances

For having an attitude at times I forget your only 9
I may forget that you're still very young, and that your emotions and behavior are still developing

We set the bar so high
We've established lofty standards for ourselves

But you reach it every-time
But you unfailingly meet those expectations

Your smile and your laugh is something that I live for
Your cheerful expression and joyous demeanor are what give me fulfillment in life

Your the best that God can give so it makes me wanna give more
You are a divine and unparalleled blessing, and this inspires me to be even more giving

I love you Kamora
I love you, Kamora