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 2005–2008, 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.
1999 Flying without wings
Westlife Lyrics
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One thing that makes it all complete
You find it in the strangest places
Places you never knew it could be
Some find it in the face of their children
Some find it in their lover's eyes
Who can deny the joy it brings
You're flying without wings
Some find it sharing every morning
Some in their solitary lives
You find it in the words of others
A simple line can make you laugh or cry
You find it in the deepest friendship
The kind you cherish all your life
And when you know how much that means
You've found that special thing
You're flying without wings
So impossible as they may seem
You've got to fight for every dream
'Cause who's to know
Which one you let go
Would have made you complete
Well, for me it's waking up beside you
To watch the sunrise on your face
To know that I can say I love you
In any given time or place
It's little things that only I know
Those are the things that make you mine
And it's like flying without wings
'Cause you're my special thing
I'm flying without wings
And you're the place my life begins
And you'll be where it ends
I'm flying without wings
And that's the joy you bring
I'm flying without wings
The lyrics to Westlife's song "Flying Without Wings" delve into the theme of finding joy and completeness in life through different experiences. The song opens with the idea that everyone is searching for something that makes life complete, and this can be found in unexpected places. The lyrics suggest that this special thing can be discovered in the face of children or in the eyes of a lover.
The lyrics continue to explore how this special thing can be found in different experiences. Some find it in sharing their life with others every morning, while others find it in their solitary lives. The lyrics suggest that this special thing can also be found in the words of others, in the deep friendships that we cherish, and in the simple things that only we know about each other.
The chorus of the song then brings together all these elements, suggesting that when we find this special thing, it feels like we are flying without wings. The final verse of the song takes a more personal turn, with the lyrics suggesting that for the singer, this special thing is waking up beside their loved one and watching the sunrise on their face. This, coupled with the knowledge that they can say "I love you" whenever and wherever they want, brings the singer true joy.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody's looking for that something
Everyone is searching for something in life
One thing that makes it all complete
Something that gives a sense of purpose and fulfillment
You find it in the strangest places
Sometimes you find it unexpectedly
Places you never knew it could be
In unexpected locations or circumstances
Some find it in the face of their children
Some people find it in the love and innocence of their kids
Some find it in their lover's eyes
For some, it's the love and connection they share with their significant other
Who can deny the joy it brings
It's hard to deny the happiness it brings
When you found that special thing
When you find that special person or thing
You're flying without wings
You feel free and weightless with happiness
Some find it sharing every morning
Some people find it in the routine of sharing their mornings with someone else
Some in their solitary lives
Others find it in being alone and enjoying their own company
You find it in the words of others
Sometimes it's in the things other people say or do for us
A simple line can make you laugh or cry
Even a small gesture or kind word can have a big impact
You find it in the deepest friendship
Strong bonds with friends can bring a deep sense of happiness
The kind you cherish all your life
A friendship that lasts forever
And when you know how much that means
When you fully understand the value of those close to you
You've found that special thing
You have found something or someone truly special
You're flying without wings
You feel whole and complete without being weighed down by anything
So impossible as they may seem
Even the most impossible tasks or dreams
You've got to fight for every dream
Require effort and commitment to be realized
'Cause who's to know
Because it's impossible to predict
Which one you let go
Which dream or opportunity you might miss out on
Would have made you complete
Which one might have brought you true happiness and fulfillment
Well, for me it's waking up beside you
Personally, for the singer, it's waking up next to the person he loves
To watch the sunrise on your face
He finds joy in simple pleasures with his loved one
To know that I can say I love you
He's grateful for being able to express his love and affection openly
In any given time or place
No matter where or when, his love is constant
It's little things that only I know
Small, intimate details that only he and his loved one share
Those are the things that make you mine
Those details bind his loved one to him
And it's like flying without wings
The love he shares with his partner makes him feel weightless and free
'Cause you're my special thing
Because his loved one is his everything
I'm flying without wings
He feels complete and fulfilled with his love
And you're the place my life begins
His loved one is where everything good in his life starts and ends
And you'll be where it ends
He knows his loved one will be with him through it all
I'm flying without wings
He's happy, content and worry-free with his love
And that's the joy you bring
The joy and love his partner brings is immeasurable
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: STEVE MAC, WAYNE HECTOR
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Everybody's looking for that something
One thing that makes it all complete
You'll find it in the strangest places
Places you never knew it could be
Some find it in the face of their children
Some find it in their lover's eyes
Who can deny the joy it brings
When you've found that special thing
You're flying without wings
Some find it sharing every morning
Some in their solitary nights
You'll find it in the words of others
A simple line can make you laugh or cry
You find it in the deepest friendship
The kind you cherish all your life
And when you know how much that means
You've found that special thing
You're flying without wings
So, impossible as they may seem
You've got to fight for every dream
'Cause who's to know
Which one you let go
Would have made you complete
Well, for me it's waking up beside you
To watch the sunrise on your face
To know that I can say, "I love you"
In any given time or place
It's little things that only I know
Those are the things that make you mine
And it's like flying without wings
'Cause you're my special thing
I'm flying without wings
And you're the place my life begins
And you'll be where it ends
I'm flying without wings
And that's the joy you bring
I'm flying without wings
@annielynagda496
let's see how many are still listening to this amazing song this 2024 ❤❤❤
@fajarindrak964
It’s on my playlist
@danihuntlegacy
Its such a good vybe😍
@gooisheuan4659
Repeat every day on my music list
@josephlustigiermbong5121
moi !
je suis francais je connait pas les paroles mais je sais que ça me fait du bien
@trishaangela8196
🥰🥰🥰
@valleriemutakasha5638
It's 2023 but there songs still gives me goosebumps
@nelsonjustice1185
I am having goosebumps rn
@maryannwood297
@@nelsonjustice1185 I get goosebumps every time I hear it too!
@ikkytristan4
This song is never get old!!!