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.
Change The World
Westlife Lyrics
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Seems like everything is wrong
And deep inside, I know that I've
Lost much more than pride
Well happiness is getting further away
Girl I miss more than words can say
I need a miracle now
So tell me
How can I change the world
'Cos I sure can't change your mind
Where's the miracle I need now
Got to get to you somehow
'Cos I can't change the world
I can't change the world
No I can't change the world
Losing you, well it's been the hardest
Thing to do
So I close my eyes and tell myself
That somehow I'll survive
Well you gave me heaven then you
Took it away
Girl I miss you more with each
Passing day
I need a miracle now
So tell me...
How can I change the world
'Cos I sure can't change your mind
Where's the miracle I need now
Got to get you somehow
And it's so sad you're leaving me
Just so you can find yourself
And it's so sad that you just can't see
I love you more than life itself
No I can't change the world
How can I change the world
'Cos I sure can't change your mind
Where's the miracle I need now
Got to get to you somehow
'Cos I can't change the world
Got to get you somehow
No I can't change the world
I can't change the world
No I can't change the world
In this heartfelt song, Westlife sings about the aftermath of a breakup and the desperation to bring back a lost love. The lyrics portray the feelings of sadness and confusion, as the singer struggles to come to terms with the end of the relationship. The line "Since you've gone, well it seems like everything is wrong" expresses the sense of emptiness that comes when someone significant leaves, causing everything else to lose its meaning. The singer also acknowledges that he has lost more than just his pride, as he found happiness in the relationship that is now slipping away.
The chorus highlights the desperation to change things and get back what was lost. The singer yearns for a miracle and questions how he can "change the world" to bring back his lost love. The lyrics "Losing you, well it's been the hardest thing to do" and "Girl I miss you more with each passing day" showcase the pain of losing someone and how it becomes more profound with time.
The song's final lines express the singer's unwavering love and sadness as they realize that they can't change the world or their former partner's heart. The song ends on a bittersweet note, leaving listeners with feelings of sadness and the realization that sometimes, love just isn't enough.
Line by Line Meaning
Since you've gone, well it
Ever since you left me,
Seems like everything is wrong
Nothing seems right anymore without you.
And deep inside, I know that I've
I am aware that I have lost more than just my pride.
Lost much more than pride
I have lost everything that mattered to me.
Well happiness is getting further away
I feel like my happiness is slipping away slowly.
Girl I miss more than words can say
I miss you so much that words are not enough to express my feelings.
I need a miracle now
I need a miracle to bring you back to me.
So tell me
Please tell me how to make things right again.
How can I change the world
How can I fix everything and make it all better?
'Cos I sure can't change your mind
I cannot change your decision, no matter how much I want to.
Where's the miracle I need now
I am desperately waiting for a miracle to happen.
Got to get to you somehow
I have to find a way to reach you.
Losing you, well it's been the hardest
Losing you has been the most difficult experience of my life.
Thing to do
It is painful beyond words.
So I close my eyes and tell myself
To cope, I try to convince myself of something else.
That somehow I'll survive
That I will find a way to survive this immense pain.
Well you gave me heaven then you
You made me the happiest person on Earth and then
Took it away
Just took it away from me.
And it's so sad you're leaving me
It breaks my heart that you are leaving me.
Just so you can find yourself
Leaving me is the only way you think you can find yourself.
And it's so sad that you just can't see
I wish you could see how much I love you and that we can work things out together.
I love you more than life itself
My love for you is greater than anything else in this world.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KARL FRANCIS TWIGG, LANCE ELLINGTON, MARK PAUL TOPHAM
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@kimdangbao9965
Life back then was so simple, if you're sad you listened to Westlife, there were always a song to cheer you up, thanks Westlife for being ,y childhood heroes, friends, brothers and imaginary love of life. You did raise me up many times
@delishaputri049
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@m.hanisizzatulloh131
Truly
@m.hanisizzatulloh131
Very true
@Jojo-rv2yk
Their songs never gets old. They are the boyband that makes me cry and happy at the same time. I will be forever a Westlife fan. My wish is to see them in person and perform live. 😍😢💞♥
@khalidkhanhussein6771
Exactly what i feel, very well said 👌
@kunyangsfoodtrip1948
i miss the old times..i miss my westlife.you know who you are.
@zimpho7241
+carolkatrina santos I also miss the old times :)
@mmjlee8657
carolkatrina santos markus I love Markus his voice was amazing makes me crazy every time I hear his voice❤️❤️❤️
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