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.
A Better Man
Westlife Lyrics
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Something that you only see on movie screens, I know
Lately, I've been missing you like crazy
Oh, why, why'd you let me in just to let me go?
Most guys will get high when feeling low
But I don't think that that's the way to go
Sometimes I'll be sitting on my own
How do you lose the one you love?
After giving it all, you gave it up
Maybe my love wasn't enough
You think you know, but you never can
How do you lose your only plan?
Well darling, just give me one more chance
And I'll give you everything I have
I'll try to be a better man
I felt things when we were naked
I saw an angel, but they've hidden their wings, I know
Everyone's got that special baby
Oh, I, now I only see you in my dreams
Most guys will get high when feeling low
But I don't think that that's the way to go
Sometimes I'll be sitting on my own
Thinking 'bout life, thinking 'bout you and me
How do you lose the one you love?
After giving it all, you gave it up
Maybe my love wasn't enough
You think you know, but you never can
How do you lose your only plan?
Well darling, just give me one more chance
And I'll give you everything I have
I'll try to be a better man
I've been up and I've been down
Think that's just what love's about
You took the words right out my mouth
If you feel it, say it now
It's been a while but I've figured it out
But it ain't just what love's about?
You took the words right out my mouth
But if you feel it, say it now
How do you lose the one you love? (how do you lose?)
After giving it all, you gave it up
And maybe my love wasn't enough
You think you know, but you never can
And how do you lose your only plan?
Well darling, just give me one more chance
And I'll give you everything I have
I'll try to be a better man
In Westlife's song A Better Man, the singer laments the loss of a special relationship, expressing his confusion and sadness at how things have turned out. He reminisces about the past, when things were perfect and they had a special connection that felt like it belonged in a movie. He admits that he misses the other person desperately and can't understand why they would let him in only to push him away.
The song's chorus is a series of questions: How do you lose the one you love? How do you give up after giving it your all? And the singer wonders if his love was insufficient, even though he thought he had done everything right. He begs for another chance, promising to be a better man and to give everything he has.
The lyrics also touch upon the dangers of substance abuse as a means of coping with heartbreak. The singer acknowledges that some people turn to drugs or alcohol to deal with their pain, but he recognizes that this is not a healthy way to handle things. Instead, he tries to process his emotions alone, thinking about what went wrong and what he could have done differently.
Overall, A Better Man is a heartfelt ballad about lost love and the desire to make things right. It's a song that many people can relate to, as it speaks to the universal experience of heartache and the longing for a second chance.
Line by Line Meaning
You and I had something special, baby
We had a unique and special connection.
Something that you only see on movie screens, I know
Our connection was so exceptional, it's like a plot you'd see in a romantic movie.
Lately, I've been missing you like crazy
I've been longing for you excessively lately.
Oh, why, why'd you let me in just to let me go?
I feel you opened up to me emotionally, and now I don't understand why you're gone.
Most guys will get high when feeling low
Many guys turn to drugs or alcohol when they're feeling down.
But I don't think that that's the way to go
I don't believe that's a healthy way to deal with emotions.
Sometimes I'll be sitting on my own
Occasionally, I find myself alone.
Thinking 'bout life, thinking 'bout you and me
I spend that time contemplating our relationship and my life.
How do you lose the one you love?
I don't understand how someone can lose the person they love the most.
After giving it all, you gave it up
After fully committing, you decided to end the relationship.
Maybe my love wasn't enough
I'm beginning to question if my love was insufficient to make this relationship work.
You think you know, but you never can
You might think you understand, but you never truly can.
How do you lose your only plan?
I don't understand how someone can give up on their only plan or goal.
Well darling, just give me one more chance
I'm asking for a second chance.
And I'll give you everything I have
I promise to give you everything I have if you give me a chance.
I'll try to be a better man
I promise to work on myself and improve if given a chance.
I felt things when we were naked
I experienced strong emotions when we were intimate.
I saw an angel, but they've hidden their wings, I know
You're like an angel, but you're hiding your true self from me.
Everyone's got that special baby
Everyone has a unique and special someone in their life.
Oh, I, now I only see you in my dreams
I only see you in my dreams now that you're gone.
I've been up and I've been down
I've been through both good times and bad times.
Think that's just what love's about
I think that experiencing ups and downs is a natural part of love.
You took the words right out my mouth
You said exactly what I was thinking.
If you feel it, say it now
If you have any feelings for me, express them now.
It's been a while but I've figured it out
It's been some time, but I've come to a realization.
But it ain't just what love's about?
But isn't love about more than just ups and downs?
You took the words right out my mouth
You said exactly what I was thinking.
But if you feel it, say it now
If you have any feelings for me, express them now.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Edward Christopher Sheeran, Frederick John Philip Gibson, Steve Mac
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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2024 and this song still gets to me 🥰
I know someone is out there listening to this too
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🫡
@yammurillo9398
Yes😊 I'm here listening to this music Feb 4,2024 I still love this band since the 90's more music please Westlife 🤍🤍🤍
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Hello my collegue@@yammurillo9398
@ElizabethJoseph01
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@Hello-ev1jd
This is the most underrated song of Westlife. It's just beautiful. The younger generation doesn't know what they're missing out on.
@brigitokeka4311
I'll never get tired of these guys. They always have a masterpiece in store.
For decades of great music, thank you Westlife
@jean-mariehavyarimana1430
❤
@maslynguesly9613
December 2022 from Kenya 🇰🇪...still loving the song