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.
U Light Up My Life
Westlife Lyrics
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Waiting for someone to sing me her song.
So many dreams, I kept deep inside me,
Alone in the dark, but now you've come along.
And you light up my life,
You give me hope, to carry on.
You light up my days
Rollin' at sea, adrift on the water
Could it be finally, I'm turning for home
Finally a chance to say, "Hey, I Love You"
Never again to be all alone.
And you light up my life,
You give me hope, to carry on.
You light up my days
And fill my nights with song.
You light up my life
You give me hope to carry on
You light up my days
And fill my nights with song
It can't be wrong, when it feels so right
Cause you, you light up my life
The lyrics of Westlife's song You Light Up My Life convey the feeling of finding someone who brings joy and light to a life that was once filled with darkness and loneliness. The opening lines depict a lonesome soul who had patiently waited for someone to sing them a song, all while burying their dreams deep inside them. However, with the arrival of this special someone, everything changes. They give hope and a reason to carry on. They fill the nights with song and light up the days.
As the song progresses, it takes on a more romantic tone. The lyrics refer to being lost at sea but finally finding one's way back home, a chance to express love to this newfound special someone, and a promise never to be alone again. The chorus is repeated as a testament to the power of this newfound love, explicitly stating that they light up the singer's life and give them a reason to keep going. The final line of the song affirms the rightness of this love, suggesting that it cannot be wrong when it feels so right.
Overall, the song's lyrics reinforce the idea that love has the power to brighten up the darkest of days and bring hope to even the most hopeless of situations. It's a straightforward but touching ode to the transformative power of love.
Line by Line Meaning
So many nights, I'd sit by my window,
During many nights, I would sit beside my window, waiting for someone to come and sing me their song.
Waiting for someone to sing me her song.
I anticipated somebody to come and sing me her song.
So many dreams, I kept deep inside me,
I had several aspirations which I concealed inside me secretly.
Alone in the dark, but now you've come along.
I used to be lonely in the dark, but now you have appeared in my life.
And you light up my life,
You make my life cheerful and exciting,
You give me hope, to carry on.
You instill confidence in me to keep going.
You light up my days
You make my days bright and vibrant,
And fill my nights with song.
You give me melodies that fills my nights with happiness.
Rollin' at sea, adrift on the water
Navigate through the sea with no direction.
Could it be finally, I'm turning for home
Perhaps, it could be that I'm finally going back home.
Finally a chance to say, 'Hey, I Love You'
At last, an opportunity presents itself to express my love for you.
Never again to be all alone.
I'll never be lonely again.
You light up my life
You bring brightness to my life,
It can't be wrong, when it feels so right
It can't be wrong when it's the right thing to do and feels perfect.
Cause you, you light up my life
Because of you, my life is full of happiness and light.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, MIKE CURB MUSIC
Written by: JOE BROOKS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@gliceriapasiolco1669
Oh !!what kind of voice come fr,heaven Mark and Shane ilove it ♥️♥️♥️♥️
@SashaSteps
Aww, Nicky and Kian are so cute. Love Mark and Shane's voices. They are so perfect.
@mousehunt986
I can spend all day just to hear Mark singing...Love you so much Mark
@Len4ik1206
Shane is sooo wonderful, love him sooo much! Hope to see him once... god bless Shane and his family!!!!
@antiola
the band gave justice to the song,,,they sung it well... this song touches my heart
@joshikosiu
i love mark and chane super voice
@zmadominique
i love everything about mark. his voice, face, dimple........ i like it very much
@siwianinditha2326
mark's voice was so amazing. it makes me wanna hear this song again and again
@kevinlie9244
Hey there!
@michellejdjd
they sing very very cool! i love 'em!!! what a sweet voice has Shane!!! i love him!!! westlife are...so cool!