A deeply emotional cinematic pop ballad with strong Japanese influence. Warm, slightly husky female lead vocals that feel vulnerable and intimate in the verses, then soar with raw passion in the chorus. Haunting, ethereal female background vocals singing softly in Japanese throughout the song — whispering ‘Choose You Anyway’ and ‘Aishiteru’ (I love you) in a beautiful, ghostly layered style. Heavy use of traditional shamisen for a melancholic yet romantic texture, blended with soft piano, orchestral strings, and distant taiko drums. Start intimate and sparse, then build into a rich, emotional, goosebump-inducing climax. Very cinematic, heartfelt, and spiritual atmosphere like a mix of Aurora, Hozier, and traditional Japanese enka.” Lyrics: [Verse 1] I wasn’t supposed to fall You weren’t supposed to stay But the way you looked at me Tore all my walls away [Pre-Chorus] Closed eyes, hands of war Still you reached out for more [Chorus] So I’ll choose you anyway Through the chaos and the pain Through the storms and demon days I’ll choose you anyway [Verse 2] You said you weather storms because of me But baby, I only found my calm when you held me I was lost until your darkness called me home [Bridge] Let them see the bite marks, let them talk I wear your claim like armor, I won’t walk away Every scar, every fight, every tear we cried Was worth it just to end up by your side [Final Chorus – bigger, more emotional] So I’ll choose you anyway Even when the whole world fades You’re the fight I needed, the peace I crave My scary, gentle Oni… my heart you saved I’ll choose you anyway [Outro] I choose you… I’ll always choose you… anyway
