Dramatic piano pop ballad, 92–96 BPM, cinematic but airy. Grand piano is the lead texture: in verses — sparse, intimate chords and single-note melodies; in choruses — wide, bright open chords, percussive staccato accents on strong beats, and sparkling high-register arpeggios. Soft brush drums and warm upright bass for a clean groove. Strings only in the chorus as lush pads, not heavy. Female lead vocal: expressive, emotional, clear diction. Backing vocals only in the choruses: 2‑part harmonies in thirds, soft “oooh/aaah” pads on long notes, and subtle call‑and‑response echoes on the last words of lines. Keep the backing supportive, never louder than the lead. Mood: bittersweet hope, tender intensity, light at the end.