They were signed by Simon Cowell and are managed by Louis Walsh. In 2008, they were declared as Republic of Ireland's ninth-richest celebrities under 30 years old and 13th in general. They garnered 14 number one singles in the United Kingdom, the third-highest in UK history, tying with Cliff Richard and trailing behind only Elvis Presley and The Beatles. The group has also broken a few top records, including "Music artist with most consecutive number 1's in the UK" and the "Biggest selling arena act in the Wembley Arena".
Over years of their career, Westlife's music has evolved from teen pop to a pop sound, with an emphasis on ballads. Most of the group's hits have been composed by experienced songwriters, most notably Steve Mac and Wayne Hector.
On 1 June 2008, Westlife marked their 10th anniversary with a concert in Croke Park, Dublin which saw more than 83,000 fans attending the special occasion. Music Week revealed on their website that Westlife is the official third top touring act within the years 2005β2008, while they were 7th top touring act of 2008.
They have announced that they are to split in 2012 after 14 years following a final tour.
08 Catch My Breath
Westlife Lyrics
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When I first met you
Even then you were the prettiest girl
That I ever knew
And we carved our name on
Everything that we could find
The way that all kids do
And although time has passed
At the pulling in my chest
When I know you're coming by
If this feeling's proving anything
It's not everything
Is gonna change with time
You're still mine
Did you know when you're around
My heart won't it can't slow down
It beats so hard it makes it hard
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
Don't ever ask me if I'm sorry
Or that I'm here with you
Baby you can bet
I don't regret the girls I never knew
Every day's another first
Another change for me
To fall in love with you
And I do
Did you know when you're around
My heart won't it can't slow down
It beats so hard it makes it hard
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
Oh... When you're with me
I stop seeing
Any way to fail how do I explain
I try to tell you what I'm feeling
But how do I when all words pale
Did you know when you're around
My heart won't it can't slow down
It beats so hard it makes it hard
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
Did you know when you're around
My heart won't it can't slow down
It beats so hard it makes it hard
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
The lyrics of Westlife's song Catch My Breath tell a story of first love that has stood the test of time. The singer met his love when they were still in high school, and although time has passed, he still gets a flutter in his chest every time he knows she's coming by. The singer finds it hard to express his emotions to his love, but he doesn't have any regrets about the girls he never knew because every day is another opportunity to fall in love with her all over again.
The upbeat melody of the song mirrors the feeling of heart beating fast in anticipation of love. The lyrics are a beautiful testament to the power of love that never fades away. The singer seems to be in a constant state of excitement, almost as if he is reliving his first love all over again with every moment spent with her. The lyrics are an ode to the beauty and wonder of love, how it can make you feel alive and make your heart race faster than anything else.
Overall, the song captures the feeling of being in love, the excitement and anticipation that comes with it, and the longing to hold onto that feeling forever.
Line by Line Meaning
We were still in high school
We met when we were in high school.
When I first met you
The first time I saw you.
Even then you were the prettiest girl
You've always been the most beautiful girl I've seen.
That I ever knew
From my knowledge and experience, no one else compares to you.
And we carved our name on
We inscribed our name on.
Everything that we could find
We made sure everything we found had our names.
The way that all kids do
It was something that's commonly done by children.
And although time has passed
Even though time has gone by.
I still get surprised
I'm still amazed.
At the pulling in my chest
The fluttering feeling in my chest.
When I know you're coming by
When I know you'll be here soon.
If this feeling's proving anything
If this feeling confirms anything.
It's not everything
The feeling isn't equivalent to everything.
Is gonna change with time
Will change as time goes by.
You're still mine
You still belong to me.
Did you know when you're around
Did you realize that when you're near me.
My heart won't it can't slow down
My heart beats fast and won't calm down.
It beats so hard it makes it hard
My heartbeat is so strong that it makes it difficult.
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
To breathe regularly, I need to calm down.
Don't ever ask me if I'm sorry
Don't inquire about my apologies.
Or that I'm here with you
Or the fact that I'm present with you.
Baby you can bet
You can be sure.
I don't regret the girls I never knew
I don't feel bad about the other ladies I didn't meet.
Every day's another first
Each day is a new adventure.
Another change for me
Another opportunity for me.
To fall in love with you
To love you even more.
And I do
And I'm in love with you.
Oh... When you're with me
Oh...whenever you're near me.
I stop seeing
I lose sight of everything else.
Any way to fail how do I explain
No matter how one puts it, it's impossible to describe.
I try to tell you what I'm feeling
I attempt to express my emotions to you.
But how do I when all words pale
But how can I describe it when words aren't enough.
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
To calm down and control my breathing.
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
To breathe regularly and catch my composure.
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, BMG Rights Management
Written by: WAYNE HECTOR, STEVE MAC
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We were still in high school
When I first met you
Even then you were the prettiest girl
That I ever knew
And we carved our name on
Everything that we could find
The way that all kids do
And although time has passed
I still get surprised
At the pulling in my chest
When I know you're coming by
If this feeling's proving anything
It's not everything
Is gonna change with time
You're still mine
Did you know when you're around
My heart won't it can't slow down
It beats so hard it makes it hard
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
Don't ever ask me if I'm sorry
Or that I'm here with you
Baby you can bet
I don't regret the girls I never knew
Every day's another first
Another change for me
To fall in love with you
And I do
Did you know when you're around
My heart won't it can't slow down
It beats so hard it makes it hard
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
Oh... When you're with me
I stop seeing
Any way to fail how do I explain
I try to tell you what I'm feeling
But how do I when all words pale
Did you know when you're around
My heart won't it can't slow down
It beats so hard it makes it hard
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
Did you know when you're around
My heart won't it can't slow down
It beats so hard it makes it hard
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
To catch my breath, to catch my breath
Ian Archivido
Westlife is the Best when it comes to harmony. You got addicted to their songs , once you listen to them. They are very entertaining and captivating. Best Boyband.
Wilson Chawngthu
True
Veechien Wee
1.05 I gotta catch my breath. Mark's voice is pure perfection
Carol Ligon
Just kinda found this group from being sent a video from my fella....wow super amazing voices and the harmony outstanding....thanks for making me smile....and clapping my hands.
Hortenzia Orszagh
Mark Feehily, you are the best for me forever. Never stop to sing, please. Thank you for all.
Me Shell
@Alriz Secretaria no that would be Shane!
Alriz Secretaria
He is the best vocalist.
Zuhour Ali
If this feeling's proving anything
It's not everything
Is gonna change with time
You're still mine β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ
Did you know when you're around
My heart won't it can't slow down
It beats so hard it makes it hard
To catch my breath . π₯°π₯°
Mari Terezinha
COISA MAIS LINDA ESSE POVO TODO BATENDO PALMAS COM VOCΓS SEUS LINDOS πAMOOOOOOππππ
Sylvia Gaddini
Mark seu lindo. Canta muito. Amo... ππππ