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.
How Does It Feel
Westlife Lyrics
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When they've found the one and only
Nothing can replace this feeling
Knowing someone loves you
It's painted with the pain and glory
Taking from a known sad story
Laying out my life before me
Sharing never showed me much appeal
And now I'm only praying it's for real
So how does it feel
When I hold you in my arms
And you're lying next to me
Never wanting you to leave
Until I'll tell you how it feels
To be cradled like my dreams
And to know that you love me
No more wasting time in asking other people
How does it feel
How does it feel
Forever taken you for granted
You give me everything I wanted
I'm so afraid that I might lose you
But time will let us see
If everything is real I'm feeling
Well maybe we've been only dreaming
And if it's gonna die to save it
'cause baby I believe
Nothing in the world could make it right
'cause baby loving you brings me to life
And how does it feel
When I hold you in my arms
And you're lying next to me
Never wanting you to leave
Until I'll tell you how it feels
To be cradled like my dreams
And to know that you love me
No more wasting time in asking other people
How does it feel
Whoa, whoa, whoa
Nothing in the world could feel this right
'cause baby you're the best thing in my life
How does it feel
When I hold you in my arms
And you're lying next to me
Never wanting you to leave
Until I'll tell you how it feels
To be cradled like my dreams
And to know that you love me
No more wasting time in asking other people
How does it feel
The lyrics of Westlife's song How Does It Feel express a deep appreciation for the feeling of being loved, as well as a fear of losing that love. The song starts off by stating that true lovers never take things slowly when they have found the person they know is the one for them. There is a deep sense of certainty in the lyrics about the importance of being with the one you love. The lyrics also express the idea that no feeling in the world can replace the feeling of being loved and knowing that someone genuinely cares for you.
The song's chorus is a series of questions about how it feels to be with the one you love. The singer asks how it feels to hold their loved one in their arms, to have them lying next to them, and to know that they love each other. The lyrics also express a sense of urgency to share their feelings with their partner and to stop wasting time asking other people how it feels to be loved. The song ends on a high note with the statement that nothing in the world can feel as right as being with the one you love.
Overall, the lyrics of How Does It Feel are about the joy of being in love and the fear of losing that love. They express a deep appreciation for the feeling of being loved and the certainty that comes with loving the right person. The lyrics also emphasize the importance of sharing your feelings with your partner and not wasting time searching for answers elsewhere.
Line by Line Meaning
True lovers never take it slowly
When two people are deeply in love, they don't hesitate to show their feelings and take things slowly.
When they've found the one and only
Once people find their true love, they don't settle for anything less.
Nothing can replace this feeling
The feeling of being loved by someone is irreplaceable and can't be compared to anything else.
Knowing someone loves you
It's a wonderful feeling to know that someone loves you unconditionally.
It's painted with the pain and glory
The feeling of love is an emotional rollercoaster with ups and downs, but it's beautiful nonetheless.
Taking from a known sad story
The song is inspired by a sad story, and the lyrics draw from that experience.
Laying out my life before me
The singer reflects on his life and emotions while he is writing the song.
Fearing the unknown
The singer is afraid of what might happen if he pursues his love interest and the possibility of rejection.
Sharing never showed me much appeal
The singer was not interested in sharing his emotions in the past and avoided it.
And now I'm only praying it's for real
The singer is now hoping that his feelings are genuine and that he's not just caught up in the moment.
So how does it feel
The singer is asking how it feels to be in love and have someone love you.
Until I'll tell you how it feels
The singer wants to express how being loved feels before he can truly understand it himself.
No more wasting time in asking other people
The singer doesn't want to keep asking for other people's opinions and wants to experience love for himself.
Forever taken you for granted
The singer has always assumed that his love interest would be there for him without truly appreciating their presence.
You give me everything I wanted
The singer's love interest provides him with everything he needs and desires.
I'm so afraid that I might lose you
The singer is fearful of losing his love interest because of his past behavior.
But time will let us see
The singer hopes that time will prove that his feelings are true and that his love interest will stay with him.
If everything is real I'm feeling
The singer questions if his emotions are genuine or if he's just caught up in the moment, and hopes that they are real.
Well maybe we've been only dreaming
The singer considers the possibility that his love interest and his feelings are just a dream that he will soon wake up from.
'cause baby I believe
The singer believes in his love for his interest and is determined to make it work.
Nothing in the world could make it right
No matter what happens, the singer's love for his interest will remain true.
'cause baby loving you brings me to life
Being in love with his interest gives the singer a reason to live and fills him with happiness.
Nothing in the world could feel this right
The love the singer feels for his interest is so strong that no other feeling can compare.
'cause baby you're the best thing in my life
The singer believes his love interest is the most important and best thing to happen to him.
Whoa, whoa, whoa
This line serves as a catchy, repetitive chorus.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANDREAS JONAS SAMMY ROMDHANE, BRIAN MCFADDEN, JOSEF LAROSSI, SHANE FILAN
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Jason Smalls
True lovers never take it slowly
When they've found the one and only
Nothing can replace this feeling
Knowing someone loves you
It's painted with the pain and glory
Taking from a known sad story
Laying out my life before me
Fearing the unknown
Sharing never showed me much appeal
And now I'm only praying it's for real
So how does it feel?
When I hold you in my arms
And you're lying next to me
Never wanting you to leave
Until I'll tell you how it feels
To be cradled like my dreams
And to know that you love me
No more wasting time in asking other people
How does it feel?
How does it feel?
Forever taken you for granted
You give me everything I wanted
I'm so afraid that I might lose you
But time will let us see
If everything is real I'm feeling
Well, maybe we've been only dreaming
And if it's gonna die to save it
'Cos baby, I believe
Nothing in the world could make it right
'Cos baby, loving you brings me to life
And how does it feel?
When I hold you in my arms
And you're lying next to me
Never wanting you to leave
Until I'll tell you how it feels
To be cradled like my dreams
And to know that you love me
No more wasting time in asking other people
How does it feel?
Nothing in the world could feel this right
'Cos baby, you're the best thing in my life
How does it feel?
When I hold you in my arms
And you're lying next to me
Never wanting you to leave
Until I'll tell you how it feels
To be cradled like my dreams
And to know that you love me
No more wasting time in asking other people
How does it feel?
magnu ya
I miss you and love you, westlife!
I believe in you, westlife
You are the best man ever!
It's feeling ! Believe your love! Just believe you.
Take you in life.
You will get your feeling back .
Love you and love will round you in life.
Forver ever!
Thanks westlife! You are the best!
MÁRCIA Da SILVA
Essa música tmbm uma das que mais amo de westlife Porque nada no mundo poderia parecer tão certo
Porque queridos vocês são a melhor coisa na minha vida Beautiful i love you Westlife ❤❤❤❤
Rita Mazani
I haven't heard this song in almost 20 years. I can't hold back tears 😭😭😭 I was my best Westlife song. These tears means it still is. Now that am older, it hits harder 😍🥲
How does it feel.... Wow ❤️
Clare
one of my favorite songs ever by them ❤🤗
SEMIM SULTANA RAHMAN
Beautiful song and lyrics by Westlife 💖
Jason Smalls
True lovers never take it slowly
When they've found the one and only
Nothing can replace this feeling
Knowing someone loves you
It's painted with the pain and glory
Taking from a known sad story
Laying out my life before me
Fearing the unknown
Sharing never showed me much appeal
And now I'm only praying it's for real
So how does it feel?
When I hold you in my arms
And you're lying next to me
Never wanting you to leave
Until I'll tell you how it feels
To be cradled like my dreams
And to know that you love me
No more wasting time in asking other people
How does it feel?
How does it feel?
Forever taken you for granted
You give me everything I wanted
I'm so afraid that I might lose you
But time will let us see
If everything is real I'm feeling
Well, maybe we've been only dreaming
And if it's gonna die to save it
'Cos baby, I believe
Nothing in the world could make it right
'Cos baby, loving you brings me to life
And how does it feel?
When I hold you in my arms
And you're lying next to me
Never wanting you to leave
Until I'll tell you how it feels
To be cradled like my dreams
And to know that you love me
No more wasting time in asking other people
How does it feel?
Nothing in the world could feel this right
'Cos baby, you're the best thing in my life
How does it feel?
When I hold you in my arms
And you're lying next to me
Never wanting you to leave
Until I'll tell you how it feels
To be cradled like my dreams
And to know that you love me
No more wasting time in asking other people
How does it feel?
Ophelia BASTILLADA
~ no comment ....
re: " how does it feel " 😁
but i really love the lyrics...👊
Rasheema Sencio
Such a great voice. Fly high Westlifee!! I believe that you can make it on top again.
SEMIM SULTANA RAHMAN
Beautiful amazing songs and lyrics by Westlife 💖
INCA NEGRO DEL CAMPO
Another masterpiece of westlife.
Carmen Ferrutti
Qué balada bonita!!