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.
Miss You
Westlife Lyrics
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When your shadow is all over me, baby
Don't wanna be a fool in your eyes
'Cause what we had was built on lies
And when our love seems to fade away
Listen to me hear what I say
I don't wanna feel the way that l do
I don't wanna see, see us apart
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
"I miss you"
What would it take for you to see
To make you understand that I'll always believe
You and I can make it through
And I still know I can't get over you
'Cause when our love seems to fade away
Listen to me hear what I say
I don't wanna feel the way that I do
I just wanna be right here with you
I don't wanna see, see us apart
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
"Oh baby I miss you, I do"
'Cause when our love always fades away
Listen to me hear what I say
I don't wanna feel the way that I do
I just wanna be right here with you
I don't wanna see, see us apart
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
"I miss you, I miss you, I do"
I don't wanna feel the way that I do
I just wanna be right here with you
I don't wanna see, see us apart
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
"Oh baby I miss you, I do"
The lyrics to Westlife's song Miss You is about a person missing their partner after a breakup. The singer admits to feeling lost without their significant other, and that they can't sleep or breathe knowing that they are no longer together. The singer acknowledges that they made mistakes in the relationship, and that their love was built on lies. Despite this, they still believe that they can make their love work and that they miss their partner dearly.
The chorus of the song is the most emotive, as the singer directly declares their love for their partner and admits that they miss them. They ask what it would take for their lover to understand that they can still make their relationship work. The song is a heartwarming plea from someone who is hurting and wants their love back.
Overall, Miss You is a song about regretting a past mistake and longing for a lost love. It is an emotional piece that will resonate with anyone who has been through a similar situation.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't sleep, I just can't breathe
I am struggling to cope without you and I feel suffocated.
When your shadow is all over me, baby
Your absence is affecting me deeply and your memory haunts me.
Don't wanna be a fool in your eyes
I am afraid of how you perceive me and I do not want to appear weak in your eyes.
'Cause what we had was built on lies
Our relationship was based on untruths and deceit.
And when our love seems to fade away
When our romance appears to be losing its spark,
Listen to me hear what I say
Please pay attention to my words and my emotions.
I don't wanna feel the way that l do
I want to stop feeling this way.
I just wanna be right here with you
I want to be close to you, physically and emotionally.
I don't wanna see, see us apart
I cannot bear the thought of us being separated.
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
I want to be honest and speak from the depths of my soul.
"I miss you"
I long for you and I ache for your presence.
What would it take for you to see
What do I need to do to make you understand?
To make you understand that I'll always believe
To convince you that I have strong faith in our love.
You and I can make it through
We can overcome any obstacle if we work together as a team.
And I still know I can't get over you
Despite the difficulties, I cannot stop loving you.
'Cause when our love seems to fade away
When our love appears to be losing its spark,
Listen to me hear what I say
Please pay attention to my words and my emotions.
Oh baby I miss you, I do
My yearning for you is deep and genuine.
I don't wanna feel the way that I do
I want to stop feeling this way.
I just wanna be right here with you
I want to be close to you, physically and emotionally.
I don't wanna see, see us apart
I cannot bear the thought of us being separated.
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
I want to be honest and speak from the depths of my soul.
"I miss you, I miss you, I do"
My longing for you is overwhelming and persistent.
I don't wanna feel the way that I do
I want to stop feeling this way.
I just wanna be right here with you
I want to be close to you, physically and emotionally.
I don't wanna see, see us apart
I cannot bear the thought of us being separated.
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
I want to be honest and speak from the depths of my soul.
"Oh baby I miss you, I do"
My yearning for you is deep and genuine.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jacob Ivar Bertilson Schulze, Rami Yacoub
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jason Smalls
[Verse 1]
I can't sleep, I just can't breathe
When your shadow is all over me, baby
Don't wanna be a fool in your eyes
'Cause what we had was built on lies
[Pre-Chorus]
And when our love seems to fade away
Listen to me, hear what I say
[Chorus]
I don't wanna feel the way that I do
I just wanna be right here with you
I don't wanna see, see us apart
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
I miss you
[Verse 2]
What would it take for you to see?
To make you understand
That I'll always believe (always believe)
You and I can make it through
And I still know I can't get over you
[Pre-Chorus]
And when our love seems to fade away
Listen to me, hear what I say
[Chorus]
I don't wanna feel the way that I do
I just wanna be right here with you
I don't wanna see, see us apart
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
I miss you
[Pre-Chorus]
And when our love seems to fade away
Listen to me, hear what I say
[Chorus]
I don't wanna feel the way that I do
I just wanna be right here with you
I don't wanna see, see us apart
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
I miss you
I don't wanna feel the way that I do
I just wanna be right here with you
I don't wanna see, see us apart
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
I miss you
Phi Hồ
I can't sleep, I just can't breathe
When your shadow is all over me, baby
Don't wanna be a fool in your eyes
'Cause what we had, was built on lies
And when our love seems to fade away
Listen to me hear what I say
I don't wanna feel the way that l do
I just wanna be right here with you
I don't wanna see, see us apart
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
I miss you
What would it take for you to see?
To make you understand
That I'll always believe (always believe)
You and I can make it through
And I still know I can't get over you
'Cause when our love seems to fade away
Listen to me hear what I say
I don't wanna feel the way that I do
I just wanna be right here with you
I don't wanna see, see us apart
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
Oh, baby I miss you, I do
'Cause when our love always fades away
Listen to me, hear what I say
I don't wanna feel the way that I do
I just wanna be right here with you
I don't wanna see, see us apart (oh no)
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
I miss you, I miss you, I do
I don't wanna feel the way that I do
I just wanna be right here with you (just wanna be right here with you)
I don't wanna see, see us apart (oh, baby)
I just wanna say it straight from my heart
Oh, baby, I miss you, I do
קארין גורגי
That's right I miss you Westlife
What a very lovely song by my band
love you
I love moving songs so much
Each of your songs is really more exciting than the other
Love you you will succeed in whatever you do
God be with you
See you with God's help in your performances
Love
Karin 😊🤗
honor
2022 still listening to this beautiful masterpiece. What could be more beautiful than listening to westlife melodies, and when they raise their tones they make it sound like hymns
ProGamerYT
That's true
Hazel Venzuelo
🥰❤️me too.. i always listening their songs 😘
Suraj Narang
One of the most under-rated Westlife song...😶 This song can melt the strongest person in this world... Wonderful melody, mind blowing vibrations, and so much pain in their voices...💔 I've never cried so much listening to any song but this broke me down...💔 Love you #Westlife 💜
Wijaya Jiang
True
Peace foreva
True 😭💔
Jessie Juls
Agree! ❤️
And I'm typing this while crying
Aaaamazing xx
crying listening to this song..
John Go
Too much drama yaar
Joan Ikpenu
Haven't heard this song in years. Can't believe I still remember it word for word in 2023. Beautiful as always!