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.
What I Want Is What I've Got
Westlife Lyrics
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is the feeling of peace
deep within me truly
i took a chance
i let go
i promised myself
that it wouldn't scare me
now i can see it show
'cause i
found out what i dreamt of
and looked it up
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
found out what was missing
and i looked it up and
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
life is too short
to hold back
i won't live in the past
being lonely now i know
this is the time
of my life
yes i'm sure what i want
is what i've got
miracles appear i know
now i can see it show
'cause i
found out what i dreamt of
and i looked it up
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
found out what was missing
and i looked it up and
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
now i've found out what i've
been dreaming of
it's the feeling of peace deep within me
cause life is too short to hold back
i made up my mind, i just
found out what i dreamt of
and looked it up
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
found out what was missing
and i looked it up and
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
found out what i dreamt of
and looked it up
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
found out what was missing
and i looked it up and
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
The song "What I Want Is What I've Got" by Westlife is about finding peace within oneself and living in the moment without holding back. The lyrics suggest that the singer has taken a chance, let go of past regrets and promises oneself that it wouldn't scare them. The song talks about how life is too short to hold back and how loneliness has made the singer realize that this is the time of their life. The lyrics suggest that the singer has found what they have been dreaming of, which is the feeling of peace deep within themselves.
The song's narrative resonates with many people who have experienced loneliness or a sense of discontent with their lives. The song suggests that once you let go of past regrets, you can find inner peace and happiness. The song's overall message is positive and encourages people to take risks, let go of past wounds, and live life to the fullest.
In terms of musical composition, the song has a catchy melody, and the chorus is particularly memorable. The use of repetition in the lyrics creates a sense of rhythm and emphasizes the song's main message.
Line by Line Meaning
all that i want in my life
The only thing I desire in life
is the feeling of peace
is a deep sense of tranquility
deep within me truly
in the depths of my being, without any doubt
i took a chance
I took a risk
i let go
I surrendered control
i promised myself
I made a commitment to myself
that it wouldn't scare me
that I wouldn't be afraid
miracles appear i know
I believe that miraculous things can happen
now i can see it show
I can witness it with my own eyes
'cause i
Because I
found out what i dreamt of
discovered what I yearned for
and looked it up
searched and found it
at this very moment
right now
what i want is what i've got
I have exactly what I desire
found out what was missing
identified what was absent
and i looked it up and
I found it
life is too short
The time we have in life is limited
to hold back
to hesitate or restrain oneself
i won't live in the past
I refuse to be stuck in the past
being lonely now i know
Now that I am alone, I understand
this is the time
This moment is
of my life
significant and impactful in my life
yes i'm sure what i want
I am certain of my desires
is what i've got
what I have achieved is exactly what I wanted
now i've found out what i've
I have finally discovered what I have
been dreaming of
longed for and desired
it's the feeling of peace deep within me
It is the sense of calm that resides within me
i made up my mind, i just
I decided firmly and resolutely
Lyrics © Anthem Entertainment, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Alexandra Dolly Marina Talomaa, Rami Yacoub
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Jason Smalls
[Verse 1]
All that I want in my life
Is the feeling of peace
Deep within me truly
I took a chance, I let go
I promised myself
That it wouldn't scare me
[Pre-Chorus]
Miracles appear, I know
Now I can see it show
[Chorus]
'Cause I found out what I dreamt of
And I looked it up
At this very moment
What I want is what I've got
Found out what was missing
And I looked it up
And at this very moment
What I want is what I've got
[Bridge]
Life is too short to hold back
I won't live in the past
Being lonely now, I know
This is the time of my life
Yes, I'm sure what I want
Is what I've got
[Pre-Chorus]
Miracles appear, I know
Now I can see it show
[Chorus]
'Cause I found out what I dreamt of
And I looked it up
At this very moment
What I want is what I've got
Found out what was missing
And I looked it up
And at this very moment
What I want is what I've got
Now I've found out
What I've been dreaming of
[Bridge]
It's the feeling of peace deep within me
'Cause life is too short to hold back
I made up my mind
[Chorus]
I just found out what I dreamt of
And I looked it up
At this very moment
What I want is what I've got
Found out what was missing
And I looked it up
And at this very moment
What I want is what I've got
What I want now is what I got, yeah
What I want now
What I want is what I've got
What I want now is what I got, yeah
What I want now
What I want is what I've got
Found out what I dreamt of
And I looked it up
At this very moment
What I want is what I've got
Found out what was missing
And I looked it up
And at this very moment
What I want is what I've got
Wildani Agustina
What I Want Is What I've Got
Westlife
all that i want in my life
is the feeling of peace
deep within me truly
i took a chance
i let go
i promised myself
that it wouldn't scare me
miracles appear i know
now i can see it show
'cause i
found out what i dreamt of
and looked it up
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
found out what was missing
and i looked it up and
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
life is too short
to hold back
i won't live in the past
being lonely now i know
this is the time
of my life
yes i'm sure what i want
is what i've got
miracles appear i know
now i can see it show
'cause i
found out what i dreamt of
and i looked it up
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
found out what was missing
and i looked it up and
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
now i've found out what i've
been dreaming of
it's the feeling of peace deep within me
cause life is too short to hold back
i made up my mind, i just
found out what i dreamt of
and looked it up
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
found out what was missing
and i looked it up and
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
found out what i dreamt of
and looked it up
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
found out what was missing
and i looked it up and
at this very moment
what i want is what i've got
Michelle Talaboc
2022 and still my jam. #WestlifeForever 🥰
Glory Sengo
2022 AND STILL 🤐 MY JAM #WESTLIFE FOREVER 🥰 XXX 😘
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Jason Smalls
[Verse 1]
All that I want in my life
Is the feeling of peace
Deep within me truly
I took a chance, I let go
I promised myself
That it wouldn't scare me
[Pre-Chorus]
Miracles appear, I know
Now I can see it show
[Chorus]
'Cause I found out what I dreamt of
And I looked it up
At this very moment
What I want is what I've got
Found out what was missing
And I looked it up
And at this very moment
What I want is what I've got
[Bridge]
Life is too short to hold back
I won't live in the past
Being lonely now, I know
This is the time of my life
Yes, I'm sure what I want
Is what I've got
[Pre-Chorus]
Miracles appear, I know
Now I can see it show
[Chorus]
'Cause I found out what I dreamt of
And I looked it up
At this very moment
What I want is what I've got
Found out what was missing
And I looked it up
And at this very moment
What I want is what I've got
Now I've found out
What I've been dreaming of
[Bridge]
It's the feeling of peace deep within me
'Cause life is too short to hold back
I made up my mind
[Chorus]
I just found out what I dreamt of
And I looked it up
At this very moment
What I want is what I've got
Found out what was missing
And I looked it up
And at this very moment
What I want is what I've got
What I want now is what I got, yeah
What I want now
What I want is what I've got
What I want now is what I got, yeah
What I want now
What I want is what I've got
Found out what I dreamt of
And I looked it up
At this very moment
What I want is what I've got
Found out what was missing
And I looked it up
And at this very moment
What I want is what I've got
Kapaya Banda
Can't get enough of this song still sounds amazing in 2020
Nkandu Mwewa
for sure
Virgin2714
2023 and this is still my favorit song. i listen to this song when i was much younger, and just like it because of the melody. and now as i am getting older, this hits me so hard. this is really describe my goals in this life
rachrachel1
Missed this album 💗 it's been years since i listened to it. Westlife still does this to me, even after 20 year 👑🔥
Arvina Sophie
1999-2019.. It's been 20 years..
Still love Westlife 💙💙💙