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.
Close Your Eyes
Westlife Lyrics
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Tomorrow morning I have to leave
But wherever I may be
Best believe I'm thinking of you
I can't believe how much I love you
All we have is here tonight
We don't want to waste this time
Baby put your lips on mine
And I'll love you forever
Any time that we find ourselves apart,
Just close your eyes
And you'll be here with me
Just look to your heart
And that's where I'll be
If you just close your eyes
Till you're drifting away
You'll never be too far from me
If you close your eyes
I know I'm gonna see you again
But promise me that you won't forget
Cause as long as you remember
A part of us will be together
So even when you're fast asleep
Look for me inside your dreams
Keep believing in what we're sharing
And even when I'm not there to tell you
I'll, I'll love, love you forever
Any time that I can't be where you are,
You just close your eyes
And you'll be here with me
Just look to your heart
And that's where I'll be
Just close your eyes
Till you're drifting away
You'll never be too far from me
If you close your eyes
Is there anywhere that far?
Any time you're feeling low
Is there anywhere that love cannot reach?
Oh no
It could be anywhere on earth
It could be anywhere I'll be
Oh baby if you want to see
Just close your eyes and you'll be here with me
Look to your heart and that's where you'll be
Just close your eyes till you're drifting away
You'll never be too far from me
The song “Close” by Westlife is a romantic love song that expresses the deep love that lovers feel for each other even when they are physically apart. The song opens with the revelation that the singer has to leave in the morning, but he wants his love interest to know that he is thinking of her and that he loves her very much. He longs to spend more time with her and urges her to do something memorable to keep the memories of their time together alive. The chorus of the song is a reassurance that distance cannot keep them apart because they will always be connected in love. The lyrics suggest that they will remain together in dreams even when they are not physically present.
The song stresses the importance of the relationship and the need to keep believing in their love even when they are apart. The singer promises to love his love interest forever, and asks her not to forget their love even when he is not there. He asks her to keep believing in their relationship and keep the love between them alive.
Overall, the song portrays an intense love that knows no bounds and can overcome distance and time. It stresses the importance of sharing memories and believing in love even when the two people are physically apart.
Line by Line Meaning
If you want to know
If you're curious about my feelings
Tomorrow morning I have to leave
I have to go away tomorrow morning
But wherever I may be
No matter where I am
Best believe I'm thinking of you
I'm always thinking of you
I can't believe how much I love you
My love for you is overwhelming
All we have is here tonight
Our time together is limited to tonight
We don't want to waste this time
Let's make the most of our time together
Give me something to remember
Make a memory with me
Baby put your lips on mine
Kiss me
And I'll love you forever
My love for you is eternal
Any time that we find ourselves apart,
Whenever we're separated
Just close your eyes
Think of me
And you'll be here with me
I'll be with you in your thoughts
Just look to your heart
Follow your heart
And that's where I'll be
I'll be in your heart
If you just close your eyes
If you think of me
Till you're drifting away
Until you're asleep
You'll never be too far from me
I'll always be near you
I know I'm gonna see you again
We'll be reunited
But promise me that you won't forget
Remember me
Cause as long as you remember
If you keep me in your thoughts
A part of us will be together
We'll always be connected
So even when you're fast asleep
Even when you're sleeping
Look for me inside your dreams
Think of me in your dreams
Keep believing in what we're sharing
Believe in our love
And even when I'm not there to tell you
When I'm not with you
I'll, I'll love, love you forever
My love for you will never fade
Any time that I can't be where you are,
When I'm not with you
You just close your eyes
Think of me
And you'll be here with me
I'll be with you in your thoughts
Just look to your heart
Follow your heart
And that's where I'll be
I'll be in your heart
Just close your eyes
Think of me
Till you're drifting away
Until you're asleep
You'll never be too far from me
I'll always be near you
Is there anywhere that far?
Is there any distance too great?
Any time you're feeling low
Whenever you're feeling down
Is there anywhere that love cannot reach?
Can love not reach any place?
Oh no
No, it can always reach
It could be anywhere on earth
Anywhere on this planet
It could be anywhere I'll be
Anywhere I go
Oh baby if you want to see
If you want to be with me
Just close your eyes and you'll be here with me
Think of me and I'll be with you in your thoughts
Look to your heart and that's where you'll be
Follow your heart and I'll be in it
Just close your eyes till you're drifting away
Think of me until you're asleep
You'll never be too far from me
I'll always be near you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: STEVEN MCCUTCHEON, WAYNE ANTHONY HECTOR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Hizkia Hosana Maranatha
If you wanna know...
Tomorrow morning I have to leave
But wherever I may be
Best believe I'm thinking of you
I can't believe how much I love you
All we have is here tonight
We don't want to waste this time
Give me something to remember
Baby put your lips on mine
And I'll love you forever
Any time that we find overselves apart
You just close your eyes
And you'll be here with me
Just look to your heart, and that's where I'll be
If you just close your eyes
'Til you're drifting away
You'll never be too far from me
If you close your eyes, close your eyes
I know I'm gonna see you again
But promise me that you won't forget
'Cause as long as you remember
A part of us will be together
So even when you're fast alseep
Look for me inside your dreams
Keep believing in what we're sharing
And even when I'm not there to tell you
I'll, I'll love, love you, forever
Any time that I can't be where you are
You just close your eyes
And you'll be here with me
Just look to your heart, and that's where I'll be
If you just close your eyes
'Til you're drifting away
You'll never be too far from me
If you close your eyes
Is there anywhere that far?
Any time you're feeling low
Is there anywhere my love cannot reach? Oh no
I could be anywhere on Earth
It could be anywhere I'll be
Oh baby if you want to see
You just close your eyes
Just close your eyes and you'll be here with me
Look to you r heart, and that's where I'll be (Close your eyes)
Just close your eyes 'til you're
drifting away (You'll never be too far from me)
If you just close your eyes
And you'll be here with me (You'll be here with me)
Just look to your heart (Look to your heart)
And that's where I'll be (And that's where I'll be)
If you just close your eyes (Close your eyes)
'Til you're drifting away
You'll never be too far from me
If you close your eyes, oh yeah
Just close your eyes
If you wanna know
CricPies
I'm not a 90's kid, but I love Westlife's songs!💙
Juliet Tabilog
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Juliet Tabilog
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Aino Maria Aurora
Same here. :D I was born in 2004.
Michel Leonardo
I was born in 92, but unfortunately I was very young at that time to be aware of the kind of phenomenon they were.
UNKNOWN
@Aino Maria Aurora same HAHAHA
Vivian Gunawan
This song really hit my heart and made me cry for no specific reason, it felt like missing someone so bad and couldn't see them for a long time. still love westlife til now!<3
Temi Melinda
Beautiful lyrics, beautiful song, damn..!! I just can't find the right words to describe how amazing this song. Since I was in high school, this is always be my favorite song from Westlife.
maulida riyanti
Tidak pernah bosan mendengarkan lagu ini..salah satu lagu westlife favorit saya... always repeat this song for many times..thanks for uploading😊
Ángeles Baron
Este álbum tiene algo muy especial para mí aún recuerdo los cassette que con mucho esfuerzo compraba y como lo disfrutaba a todo pulmón.