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.
Against All Odds
Westlife Lyrics
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Just let you leave without a trace?
When I stand here taking every breath with you, ooh
You're the only one who really knew me at all
How can you just walk away from me
When all I can do is watch you leave?
'Cause we've shared the laughter and the pain
You're the only one who really knew me at all
So take a look at me now
'Cause there's just an empty space
And there's nothing left here to remind me
Just the memory of your face
Take a look at me now
Well there's just an empty space
And you coming back to me is against the odds
And that's what I've got to face, oh
I wish I could just make you turn around
Turn around and see me cry
There's so much I need to say to you
So many reasons why
You're the only one who really knew me at all
So take a look at me now
Well there's just an empty space
And there's nothing left here to remind me
Just the memory of your face
Take a look at me now
See there's just an empty space
But to wait for you is all I can do
And that's what I've got to face
Take a good look at me now
'Cause I'll still be standing here
And you coming back to me is against all odds
That's the chance I've gotta take
Take a look at me now
Take a look at me now
Take a look at me now
The lyrics of Westlife's "Against All Odds" express the feeling of a person left behind, who is unable to accept the fact that their significant other has left. The verses depict the emotions of the person who feels betrayed, abandoned, and lost. The opening line "How can I just let you walk away, Just let you leave without a trace?" shows the unwillingness of the person to let go of someone who had been a significant part of their life. The pain of this person can be felt in the lyrics, "When I stand here taking every breath with you" and "You’re the only one who really knew me at all."
The chorus of the song shows an empty space, the void left behind by the person who has left, and the memories that still linger, the hope of the person's return, and the realization that it is against all odds. The lines "Take a look at me now" and "See there's just an empty space" describe the loss and grief experienced by the person. The verse "But to wait for you is all I can do", depicts the person's helplessness and their willingness to take a chance to be with the one who left, even if it is against all odds.
Line by Line Meaning
How can I just let you walk away,
I cannot simply allow you to leave without expressing my feelings.
Just let you leave without a trace?
Wouldn't it be better if you left something behind, a trace of our memories?
When I stand here taking every breath with you, ooh
As I stand here with you, every breath is important, every moment cherished.
You're the only one who really knew me at all
You are the only individual who really understood me.
How can you just walk away from me
How can you walk away from me after all that we have experienced together?
When all I can do is watch you leave?
What else can I do except watch you leave?
'Cause we've shared the laughter and the pain
We shared the moments of joy and pain throughout our relationship.
And even shared the tears
Our relationship was strong enough to share each other's sorrows.
So take a look at me now
Now you can observe me at this moment.
'Cause there's just an empty space
There is a void in my life left by your absence.
And there's nothing left here to remind me
I have nothing left to remind me of the time we spent together.
Just the memory of your face
All I have is the recollection of your face in my mind.
Well there's just an empty space
A space that cannot be filled by anyone else now exists in my life.
And you coming back to me is against the odds
It is highly improbable for you to come back to me.
And that's what I've got to face, oh
I have to accept and deal with this reality going forward.
I wish I could just make you turn around
I would like to turn back time and make you stay with me.
Turn around and see me cry
See how your absence is tormenting me.
There's so much I need to say to you
I have so many thoughts and feelings that I never got to convey to you.
So many reasons why
There are numerous reasons for us to be together.
See there's just an empty space
The void left by your absence remains present.
But to wait for you is all I can do
Waiting for you is the only option I have right now.
And that's what I've got to face
I have to confront and come to terms with the fact that waiting for you may not lead to your return.
'Cause I'll still be standing here
I will remain here, holding fast to the hope that you will come back to me.
And you coming back to me is against all odds
The chances of you returning to me are slim.
That's the chance I've gotta take
Despite that, I am willing to take this risk, and hold on to the hope of your return.
Take a look at me now
Observe me now, to see how I am coping with the pain.
Take a look at me now
Observe me now, to see how much I am still in love with you.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Tratore, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Phillip David Charles Collins
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How can I just let you walk away,
Just let you leave without a trace?
When I stand here taking every breath with you, ooh
You're the only one who really knew me at all
How can you just walk away from me
When all I can do is watch you leave?
'Cause we've shared the laughter and the pain
And even shared the tears
You're the only one who really knew me at all
So take a look at me now
'Cause there's just an empty space
And there's nothing left here to remind me
Just the memory of your face
Take a look at me now
Well there's just an empty space
And you coming back to me is against the odds
And that's what I've got to face, oh
I wish I could just make you turn around
Turn around and see me cry
There's so much I need to say to you
So many reasons why
You're the only one who really knew me at all
So take a look at me now
Well there's just an empty space
And there's nothing left here to remind me
Just the memory of your face
Take a look at me now
See there's just an empty space
But to wait for you is all I can do
And that's what I've got to face
Take a good look at me now
'Cause I'll still be standing here
And you coming back to me is against all odds
That's the chance I've gotta take
Take a look at me now
Take a look at me now
Take a look at me now
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Lyrics
How can I just let you walk away?
Just let you leave without a trace
When I stand here taking every breath, with you, ooh
You're the only one who really knew me at all
How can you just walk away from me?
When all I can do is watch you leave
'Cos we've shared the laughter and the pain and even shared the tears
You're the only one who really knew me at all
So take a look at me now, oh there's just an empty space
And there's nothin' left here to remind me
Just the memory of your face
Ooh, take a look at me now, well there's just an empty space
And you coming back to me is against the odds
And that's what I've got to face
Instrumental
I wish, I could just make you turn around
Turn around and see me cry
There's so much I need to say to you so many reasons why
You're the only one who really knew me at all
So take a look at me now, well there's just an empty space
And there's nothin' left here to remind me, just the memory of your face
Now take a look at me now, 'cos there's just an empty space
But to wait for you, is all I can do and that's what I've got to face
Take a good look at me now, 'cos I'll still be standin' here
And you coming back to me is against all odds
It's the chance I've gotta take
Instrumental
Take a look at me now
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