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 2005β2008, 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.
Greased Lightnin'
Westlife Lyrics
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Shane: Why, this car is automatic
Kian: It's systematic
Shane: It's...hy-dromatic
Shane: We'll get some overhead lifters and four barrell quads, oh
Yeah
Kian: Keep talkin', woah keep talkin
Shane: Fuel injection cut off, chrome plated rods, oh yeah
Kian: I'll get the money, I'll kill to get the money
Mark: With a four-speed on the floor, they'll be waitin' at the door
You know without a doubt, we'll be really makin' out
For greased lightnin'
Bryan: Go greased lightnin', you're burnin' up the quarter mile
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Bryan: Go greased lightnin', you're cruisin' through the heat-lab
Trial
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Nicky: You are supreme, the chicks'll scream
For greased lightnin'
Mark: We'll get some purple, French tail-lights and thirty inch
Fins, oh yeah
Palomino dashboard, and duel muffler twins, oh yeah
Shane: With new pistons, plugs and shocks, I can get it off my rocks
Kiann: You know that I ain't braggin', she's a real draggin' waggon
Greased lightnin'
Bryan: Go greased lightnin', you're burnin' up the quarter mile
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Bryan: Go greased lightnin', you're cruisin' through the heat-lab
Trial
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Mark: You are supreme, the chicks'll scream
For greased lightnin'
*clap break*
Shane: Go greased lightnin', you're burnin' up the quarter mile
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Bryan: Go greased lightnin', you're cruisin' through the heat-lab
Trial
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Nicky: You are supreme, the chicks'll scream
For greased lightnin'
Shane: Go greased lightnin', you're burnin' up the quarter mile
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Bryan: Go greased lightnin', you're cruisin' through the heat-lab
Trial
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Shane: You are supreme, the chicks'll cream
For greased lightnin', lightnin', lightnin', lightnin'
Lightnin', lightnin', lightnin', lightnin'
Ye-ee-eah
The lyrics of the song "Greased Lightnin'" from the musical "Grease" depict the main character's dream car. The four members of Westlife take turns describing the features and modifications that they plan to make to the car. They talk about the engine, the wheels, and the different accessories they will add to make it a personalized and unique vehicle. The chorus is an upbeat and catchy repetition of the phrase "Go greased lightnin,'" highlighting the speed and power of the car. The song ends with a climactic "Ye-ee-eah" as if the car is ready to hit the road.
However, the song has a deeper meaning than just a car. It speaks to the youth culture of the 1950s and the idea of cars as a symbol of freedom and rebellion. Cars were an important part of the culture and were often customized to reflect the personality and style of the owner. For the main character of "Grease," the car represents everything he wants in life: speed, power, popularity, and the ability to impress girls. The song captures the excitement and energy of youth in that era, tapping into the desire to break free from societal expectations and live life on one's own terms.
In summary, "Greased Lightnin'" is a song about a car as a symbol of freedom, power, and rebellion. The lyrics describe the modifications that the main character wants to make to the car to make it unique and personalized. The song captures the excitement and energy of youth culture in the 1950s and taps into the desire to break free from societal expectations and live life on one's terms.
Line by Line Meaning
Why, this car is automatic
I found a car that is automatic
It's systematic
The car is systematic
It's...hy-dromatic
The car is hydromatic
Why, it's greased lightnin'!
It's Greased Lightnin' and it's awesome!
We'll get some overhead lifters and four barrell quads, oh
Yeah
We are planning to add overhead lifters and four barrel quads to the car
Keep talkin', woah keep talkin
Please keep talking about the upgrades
Fuel injection cut off, chrome plated rods, oh yeah
We will add fuel injection cut off and chrome plated rods to the car
I'll get the money, I'll kill to get the money
I will do anything to get the money for the upgrades
With a four-speed on the floor, they'll be waitin' at the door
You know without a doubt, we'll be really makin' out
For greased lightnin'
With a four-speed on the floor, everyone will be waiting for us when we get there. We will be making out in the car and having an amazing time with Greased Lightnin'
Go greased lightnin', you're burnin' up the quarter mile
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Greased Lightnin' is awesome and burning up the quarter mile!
Go greased lightnin', you're cruisin' through the heat-lab
Trial
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Greased Lightnin' is cruising through the heat lab trial
You are supreme, the chicks'll scream
For greased lightnin'
Greased Lightnin' is incredible and the chicks will love it!
We'll get some purple, French tail-lights and thirty inch
Fins, oh yeah
Palomino dashboard, and duel muffler twins, oh yeah
We will also add some cool purple, French tail-lights and thirty inch fins, as well as a palomino dashboard and duel muffler twins!
With new pistons, plugs and shocks, I can get it off my rocks
You know that I ain't braggin', she's a real draggin' waggon
Greased lightnin'
With new pistons, plugs, and shocks, the car will run great. I'm not bragging, it's just a really powerful car!
You are supreme, the chicks'll scream
For greased lightnin'
Greased Lightnin' is the best, and the chicks will love it!
Go greased lightnin', you're burnin' up the quarter mile
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Greased Lightnin' is burning up the quarter mile!
Go greased lightnin', you're cruisin' through the heat-lab
Trial
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Greased Lightnin' is cruising through the heat lab trial
You are supreme, the chicks'll scream
For greased lightnin'
Greased Lightnin' is the best, and the chicks will scream for it!
Go greased lightnin', you're burnin' up the quarter mile
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Greased Lightnin' is burning up the quarter mile!
Go greased lightnin', you're cruisin' through the heat-lab
Trial
(Greased lightnin', go greased lightnin')
Greased Lightnin' is cruising through the heat lab trial!
You are supreme, the chicks'll cream
For greased lightnin', lightnin', lightnin', lightnin'
Lightnin', lightnin', lightnin', lightnin'
Ye-ee-eah
Greased Lightnin' is so amazing that the chicks will cream themselves for it! Ye-ee-eah!
Lyrics Β© Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JIM JACOBS, WARREN CASEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
MΓ‘rcia Giane Pires Alteneter
Westlife Γ© show sempre! Esta versΓ£o da mΓΊsica do "Grease" ficou demais com eles! SΓ£o grandes cantores que interpretam e muito bem qualquer mΓΊsica a qual eles se propΓ΅e.
MΓ‘rcia Giane Pires Alteneter
EU ADORO DEMAIS ESTA MΓSICA E COM O WESTLIFE FICOU SHOW!
MΓ‘rcia Giane Pires Alteneter
eu adoro este clΓ‘ssico e com eles ficou muito mai show! demais!
MΓ‘rcia Giane Pires Alteneter
eu adoro este clΓ‘ssico e com eles ficou muito mai show! demais!
Arfi Liswanah Binti Arifin
Brilliant performance ever, love it β€
harra22 mangelen
I love westlife energy. .
Jen
Awesome song!!!
M
Shane can literally sing anything and everything.
LUCAS ARRIBAS FORCADELL
,@MΓ‘rcia Giane Pires Alteneter
MΓ‘rcia Giane Pires Alteneter
incrΓvel Γ© que quando esta mΓΊsica fez sucessos eles nem sonhavam em nascer e na dΓ©cada de 90 estavam interpretando magistralmente esta grande performance , que no passado foi cantada pelo John Travolta.