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 2005โ2008, 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.
I Need You
Westlife Lyrics
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Baby baby I'm here for you
I don't know why
Why I did those things to you
What went through my mind
And I don't know why
Why I broke your heart in two
Baby how I wish you could forgive me
One more time
And I swear
I'll be there
Anytime you want me to
I'll be true
Here to you
Don't leave me lonely
'Cause I need you
I've been a fool
Now I can see the price to pay
I can't run and hide
'Cause I'm losing you
And my chances slipped away
With each time I lied
Baby how I wish you could forgive me
One more time
And I swear
I'll be there
Anytime you want me to
I'll be true
Here to you
Don't leave me lonely
'Cause I need you
Baby living without you
Will tear me apart
When I know how it could have been
But I don't care what it leads to
Let´s make a new start
And give love a chance to win cause
Baby I swear
And I swear
I'll be there
Anytime you want me to
I'll be true
Here to you
Don't leave me lonely
'Cause I need you
Baby baby I swear to you
Anytime you want me too
Baby baby here for you
In Westlife's song "I Need You," the lyrics express regret and remorse for past mistakes made in a relationship. The singer acknowledges not knowing why they behaved the way they did but wishes for forgiveness and a chance to make things right. The chorus is a plea to the partner to not leave and to give the relationship another chance, with the singer offering to be there and be true to them.
The lyrics are emotionally charged, reflecting the pain of losing a loved one, the regret of actions taken, and the desire for reconciliation. The use of "baby" throughout the song adds a sense of tenderness and affection to the apology, making it more personal.
The song emphasizes the importance of communication and honesty in a relationship, as well as the need for forgiveness and second chances. It paints a picture of a relationship that is worth fighting for, even if mistakes have been made.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby baby I swear to you
I promise you, dear baby
Baby baby I'm here for you
I'm always here for you, dear baby
I don't know why
I'm clueless about the reason
Why I did those things to you
Why I performed those actions on you
What went through my mind
What was going on in my head
And I don't know why
And I have no idea why
Why I broke your heart in two
Why I shattered your heart into two
Guess that I was blind
Perhaps I was being foolish
Baby how I wish you could forgive me
I pray that you can pardon me, dear baby
One more time
Another chance
And I swear
I guarantee
I'll be there
I'll be present
Anytime you want me to
Whenever you request me to
I'll be true
I'll be genuine
Here to you
Always for you
Don't leave me lonely
Please don't abandon me, dear baby
'Cause I need you
Because I require you
I've been a fool
I behaved foolishly
Now I can see the price to pay
I now comprehend the penalty
I can't run and hide
I can't escape or conceal
'Cause I'm losing you
Because I'm losing your affection
And my chances slipped away
And my opportunities faded away
With each time I lied
Due to every time I misled you
Baby living without you
Dearest baby, existing without you
Will tear me apart
Will destroy me emotionally
When I know how it could have been
Since I realize how it could have been
But I don't care what it leads to
Nevertheless, I don't mind the outcome
Let's make a new start
Let's commence anew
And give love a chance to win cause
And allow love to prevail because
Baby I swear
Dearest baby, I guarantee
Anytime you want me too
Whenever you need me
Baby baby here for you
My presence is for you, dear baby
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: WAYNE HECTOR, LUCAS SECON, TRAVIS MCCOY, CARSTEN MORTENSEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Intro]
Baby, baby, I swear to you
Baby, baby, I'm here for you
[Verse 1]
I don't know why, why I did those things to you
What went through my mind
And I don't know why, why I broke your heart in two
Guess that I was blind
[Pre-Chorus]
Baby how I wish you could forgive me
Just one more time, baby
[Chorus]
And I swear I'll be there anytime you want me to
I'll be true, here for you
Don't leave me lonely cause I need you
[Verse 2]
Yes I've been a fool
Now I can see the price to pay
I can't run and hide cause I'm losing you
And my chances slipped away with each time I lied
[Pre-Chorus]
Baby how I wish you could forgive me
Just one more time, baby
[Chorus]
And I swear I'll be there anytime you want me to
I'll be true, here for you
Don't leave me lonely cause I need you
[Bridge]
Baby, living without you will tear me apart
When I know how it could have been
But I don't care what it leads to
Let's make a new start
And give love a chance to win
Cause baby I swear
Baby, baby, I swear to you anytime you want me to
(Yes I swear)
Baby, baby, I'm here for you
Don't leave me lonely
Cause I need you (I need you)
[Chorus]
And I swear I'll be there anytime you want me to
I'll be true, here for you
Don't leave me lonely cause I need you
[Outro]
And I swear you know I'll be there (I will be there)
I'll be true (I will be true)
Don't leave me lonely cause I need you
Yes baby I need you
@hoa-gloria-pham
Am I the only one who feels this is such an underrated song? It's one of my Westlife fav!!!
@tinafield7510
No,I do too.
Love it!!!๐
@X-E-N
Mรฌnh cลฉng thแบฅy vแบญy, lแบก thiแปt.
@yudaanggara6284
Love it
@missyuna8375
YES
@ruatasailo5730
No you are not alone, we still love them and listening๐๐๐
@johnjerricorcine9557
It's 2022 but I still fell in love with the Westlife songs. Their songs never gets old. It's always nostalgic listening to all of their songs. โค๏ธ
@bellanovaagosto1363
Same here๐
@jillianteodosio54
I wish they will perform this someday. Songs like this always caught my heart๐
@magnuya1756
One of my favorite westlife songs. Thank you for sharing your life experience with the world.