Ward has six siblings, including a twin sister. Prior to his participation in The X Factor, Ward was in a band called Destiny with two women named Tracy Murphy and Tracey Lyle. They performed at pubs, clubs and weddings. Ward also reached the final thirty of Popstars: The Rivals.
During The X Factor competition, Ward was mentored by manager Louis Walsh. The Bookies' favourite to win the show, he defeated duo Journey South and singer Andy Abraham in the final, screened by ITV1, by a margin of 1.2% of the vote, out of a reputed 10.8 million phone votes cast by viewers (since the programme was watched by an audience averaging 9.2 million people, it is likely that some viewers cast multiple votes for all finalists).
His first single, "That's My Goal", was released in the UK on Wednesday, December 21, 2005 and became the Christmas number one in 2005. It sold 313,000 copies on its first day of sales, making it the third fastest selling single of all time (behind Elton John's "Candle in the Wind" and Will Young's "Evergreen", which sold 685,000 and 400,000 copies in their first days of sale respectively).
His second single was released on Monday 10 April 2006, and it reached #2 in the UK Singles Chart. His album was released on Monday April 17th, and it sold over 95,000 copies on the first two days of release. By the end of the week the album sold 201,266 copies at #1. The album sold 71,396 copies in its second week, and fell to Number 2.
Sony BMG released his debut album on 14 July 2006 in Taiwan and other Asian Countries. The self-titled album spawned 3 singles: That's My Goal, No Promises, and Stand By Me. Since release, it has gone platinum and peaked at number one in some countries.
After the completition of his successful debut tour, Ward's fourth single and first from his second album ("If That's OK with You") was given a release date of 20 August 2007, but was then delayed and became a double A-side single with "No U Hang Up". It was finally released on 24 September 2007, and charted at number two in the UK being held off by the Sugababes with "About you now". "No U Hang Up" and "If That's OK with You" charted separately in Ireland, the former reaching number eleven and the latter entering at number one.
Ward's second album, Breathless, was released on 26 November 2007, and after selling over 95,000 copies in its first week, debuted at number two on the UK Albums Chart, held off the top spot by his X Factor successor, Leona Lewis's, multi-platinum selling debut, Spirit. In Ireland, the album debuted at number one (removing Lewis's album from the top spot) a position it held for three weeks, and was later certified five times platinum.
The second single from Ward's album was announced as "Breathless", and was released on 19 November 2007. It peaked at number six in the UK and number two in Ireland. On November 10, Ward performed "Breathless" on the live results show of the fourth series of The X Factor, although the single was not available for download until the November 18, followed by a performance on The Paul O'Grady Show on November 19. In the UK the album has been certified platinum with sales of over 450,000.
In May 2008 Ward embarked on his month-long UK tour named The Breathless Tour 2008. He made his stage debut at London's O2 Arena and visited his home town Manchester at the MEN Arena. He also performed his complete show as a support act for Westlife's 2008 tour in front of a crowd of over 80,000 at Ireland's Croke Park. Ward also played on the opening night at the O2, Dublin, at the Cheerios Childline concert on 16 Dec 2008.
Ward started working on his third album in 2009 with producers RedOne and Taio Cruz. The album, titled Obsession, was released on 15 November 2010. The first single from the album - a cover version of Nickelback's 2008 single, "Gotta Be Somebody" - was released on 7 November 2010 and reached number 12 in the UK and number 10 in Ireland. On 9 June 2011, it was announced that Ward would star as Stacee Jaxx in the 80s-themed musical Rock of Ages at the Shaftesbury Theatre, London. Ward received nominations as London Newcomer of the Year for the prestigious Whatsonstage awards and Best Featured Actor at the BroadwayWorld Awards. He has since announced that he will be returning to the studio in October 2012, after his contract with Rock of Ages ends.
If You
Shayne Ward Lyrics
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I love the way that you look without your make up
I had a girl before we met but we broke up
There's something 'bout you that make me wanna step up
Step up and be with you, if that's ok with you
We?ll keep the neighbors awake too late, too late
That's how I see it happening
Yeah, we?ll keep the neighbors awake too late, too late
'cause baby, I wanna step up and be with you
If that's ok with you
I'm gonna make you feel like you are heaven on earth
I'm gonna saint your mother just for giving you birth
I'm gonna wanna hold you in my arms when you cry
If that's ok with you, if that's ok with you
I wanna keep your toothbrush at my apartment
Make a second set of keys and ask you to move in
I'm not crazy, I know what I'm getting myself in
I wanna live with you, if that's ok with you
I'm gonna make you feel like you are heaven on earth
I'm gonna saint your mother just for giving you birth
I'm gonna wanna hold you in my arms when you cry
If that's ok with you, if that's ok with you
I'm gonna make you feel like you are heaven on earth
I'm gonna saint your mother just for giving you birth
I'm gonna wanna hold you in my arms when you cry
If that's ok with you, if that's ok with you
If that's ok with you, if that's ok with you
We?ll keep the neighbors awake too late, too late
I wanna love you this way, that way, this way
We?ll keep the neighbors awake too late, too late
I wanna love you this way, that way, this way
I'm gonna make you feel like you are heaven on earth
I'm gonna saint your mother just for giving you birth
I'm gonna wanna hold you in my arms when you cry
If that's ok with you, if that's ok with you
I'm gonna make you feel like you are heaven on earth
I'm gonna saint your mother just for giving you birth
I'm gonna wanna hold you in my arms when you cry
If that's ok with you, if that's ok with you
If that's ok with you, if that's ok with you
If that's ok with you, if that's ok with you
If that's ok with you
The song "If That" by Shayne Ward is a romantic ballad that expresses the singer's desire to step up in the relationship with his partner. In the first verse, he admires her natural beauty without make-up and suggests that he has moved on from his past relationship to be with her. He feels inspired to step up and commit to her, hoping that she feels the same way. The chorus sees Shayne expressing his devotion and love for his partner, promising to make her feel like heaven on earth and holding her when she cries. In the second verse, Shayne highlights his willingness to take the next step in their relationship by suggesting they move in together and saying that he knows what he's getting himself into. The song ends with the line, "I wanna love you this way, that way, this way", suggesting his commitment to exploring every aspect of their relationship.
Overall, the song "If That" is a heartfelt plea for love and commitment. Shayne Ward's strong vocals and emotional lyrics capture the essence of what it means to be in love and to want to step up for your partner.
Line by Line Meaning
I love the way that you look without your make-up
I love and accept you just the way you are, without any artificial exterior.
I had a girl before we met but we broke up
I had a past, but that was before I met and fell in love with you. I am completely devoted to you now.
There's something about you that makes me want to step up
Your qualities and virtues inspire me to be a better man and to commit to a relationship with you.
Step up and be with you
I am ready to take our relationship to the next level and commit to being with you.
If that's OK with you
I respect your decision and seek your permission before taking any further steps.
We'll keep the neighbors awake too late, too late
Our love and passion will be so strong and intense that it will be audible to the surrounding neighbors.
'cause I'm gonna make you feel so good how I see it's happening
I am confident that I can make you feel euphoric and ecstatic with my love and devotion.
[Chorus]
I will do everything in my power to make you feel loved, cherished, and valued.
I'm gonna make you feel like you are heaven on earth
I want to elevate your happiness and wellbeing to a divine realm, where there are no pains or sufferings.
I'm gonna saint your mother just for giving you birth
I want to honor your mother and acknowledge her contribution to making you the wonderful person that you are.
I'm gonna wanna hold you in my arms when you cry
I want to provide you with physical and emotional comfort whenever you are in need or distress.
I wanna keep your toothbrush at my apartment
I want to show you that I am willing to share my living space and daily routines with you, to create a life together.
Make a second set of keys and ask you to move in
I want to invite you to become an integral part of my life and my home, by moving in with me.
I'm not crazy
I am not acting impulsively or irrationally, but rather making a conscious decision based on my feelings and commitment to you.
I know what I'm getting myself in
I am aware of the challenges and responsibilities that come with cohabitation and am willing to face them with you.
[Repeat: x2]
I reiterate my love and promises to you, as a testament to my sincerity and devotion.
We'll keep the neighbors away too late too late
Our intimacy and passion will be so intense and consuming that we would prefer to keep it private and secluded from the outside world.
I wanna love you this way that way this way
I want to express my love and affection for you in multiple ways, both physical and emotional, to keep our relationship fresh and exciting.
Yeah, yeah
I am enthusiastic and passionate about our relationship, and will do everything in my power to make it work.
[Chorus: x2]
I will continue to express my love, loyalty, and devotion to you, as long as we are together.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: SAVAN KOTECHA, ARNTHOR BIRGISSON, MAX MARTIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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2024 anyone ❤
@user-uc2ib1np7j
❤ still listening to it.
@awadsinan1901
From 13 years when i was studing at the college,so many years passed,I married and i have kids now,Iam 40 years old now,and when i,m listening to Shayne word i remember alot of beautiful memories in my mind again❤
@besthillsongworshipsongs48
This was right on time, I cried out to God yesterday. Was feeling alone, being a single mom and not being able to achieve some things at my age. I know God heard me
@2012farfar
You can achieve many things in your life regardless of your age, you just need to fight the inner thoughts inside your head that say "no, you can't"
@LuTuTu
2021
@klasiks92
Your fans are still here , WE ARE STILL HERE 🔥🔥🔥
@ShantalChambers
2023 anyone 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
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Me lol
@jeon166
Hellooooo😂❤