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 2005β2008, 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.
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Westlife Lyrics
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Then why can't I paint you?
The words will never show
You have come to know
If a face can launch a thousand ships
Then where am I to go?
Coz no one holds my tune
And when my love for life is running dry
You come and pour yourself on me
If a man could be at two place at one time
I'd be with you
Tomorrow and today
Beside you all the way
If the world should stop revolving stop spinning
Slowly down to die
I'd spend the end with you
And when the world was through
And when the world and the stars would all go wild
And you and I would simply fly away
The first verse of the song is metaphorical and is talking about the limitations of words and pictures when compared to true feelings. If a picture can be worth so many words, then surely there must be a way to convey the depth of emotions one feels for another person. However, the singer, despite his efforts with words, cannot truly convey the love he has for this person. He acknowledges that this person knows him better than anyone else and it is only through being together that they can truly understand the depth of their connection.
The second verse continues the use of metaphors by discussing how a face can launch a thousand ships. This refers to the ancient story of Helen of Troy whose beauty was said to have launched a thousand ships in order to go to war for her. The singer compares himself to this situation, feeling inadequate when it comes to being able to capture the attention of the one he loves. He feels that this person is the only one who can hold his attention, and without them, he would be lost.
The chorus suggests an unwavering commitment to love, no matter the circumstances. The singer wants to be there for the person he loves, not just today but tomorrow and always. He imagines a world where everything is falling apart, but he and this person are still together until the end. The final line suggests the ultimate unity, where the boundaries of the world fall away and they "simply fly away" together.
Line by Line Meaning
If a picture paints a thousand words
If an image can convey lots of emotions and messages, then why can't I express my feelings for you through my art?
Then why can't I paint you?
Why am I unable to express my love for you through art despite the fact that it is supposed to be a powerful medium for conveying emotions?
The words will never show
Words are not sufficient to express the depth of love and affection that I have for you.
You have come to know
However, you have come to experience and understand my love for you without me having to articulate it.
If a face can launch a thousand ships
If the beauty of a person can inspire a thousand naval ships to set sail, what hope do I have when I am unable to move you with my music?
Then where am I to go?
If beauty fails to move you, where am I supposed to turn to capture your attention?
Coz no one holds my tune
As no one else responds to my music, you are the only one capable of understanding and appreciating the emotions it conveys.
You're all that's left me too
Since no one else appreciates my music or understands my emotions, you are the only one who is important and holds a special place in my life.
And when my love for life is running dry
When I am feeling hopeless and lost in life, you come into my life, filling me with positivity and hopefulness.
You come and pour yourself on me
You bring love and affection to my life, rekindling my hope and helping my heart revive with new vitality and energy.
If a man could be at two places at one time
If it were possible for a person to be in two different places at the same time
I'd be with you
I would choose to be with you, regardless of where I could be or what other options I had.
Tomorrow and today
Both in the future and the present moment, I want to be with you always.
Beside you all the way
I want to be with you through thick and thin, showing my unwavering love and support at all times.
If the world should stop revolving stop spinning
If the world comes to an end, and everything seems to be coming to a standstill
Slowly down to die
As everything slowly dies and comes to an end,
I'd spend the end with you
I would choose to be with you in the end, no matter what happens
And when the world was through
At the end of everything, when the world has ended and time has stopped,
And when the world and the stars would all go wild
When everything goes berserk and chaos ensues, even the stars and the universe
And you and I would simply fly away
You and I would simply take off, leaving everything behind and creating our own world where we are together forever.
Contributed by Isaiah O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Richard Gonzales
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Westlife
Mark:
If a picture paints a thousand words
Then why can't I paint you?
The words will never show
You have come to know
Shane:
If a face can launch a thousand ships
Then where am I to go?
Coz no one holds my tune
You're all that's left me too
Mark:
And when my love for life is running dry
You come and pour yourself on me
Nicky:
If a man could be at two place at one time
I'd be with you
Tomorrow and today
Beside you all the way
Shane and Kian
If the world should stop revolving stop spinning
Slowly down to die
I'd spend the end with you
And when the world was through
Mark
And when the world and the stars would all go wild
And you and I would simply fly away
Songwriters: DAVID GATES
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Jason Smalls
Mark:
If a picture paints a thousand words
Then why can't I paint you?
The words will never show
You have come to know
Shane:
If a face can launch a thousand ships
Then where am I to go?
Coz no one holds my tune
You're all that's left me too
Mark:
And when my love for life is running dry
You come and pour yourself on me
Nicky:
If a man could be at two place at one time
I'd be with you
Tomorrow and today
Beside you all the way
Shane and Kian
If the world should stop revolving stop spinning
Slowly down to die
I'd spend the end with you
And when the world was through
Mark
And when the world and the stars would all go wild
And you and I would simply fly away
Pat Souto
Adoro essa mΓΊsica Γ© a versΓ£o deles ficou muito linda.
Hao Li
I almost forgot how much I love this song back when I was in high school!
christina 94
Love itπππ
miezination
Really great cover of a wonderful early 70s song with much emotions, wonderful sung and the same touching like in the much older versions.
Very great work!
tamara ponomarenko
ΠΠ°ΠΊΠ°Ρ Π·Π°ΠΌΠ΅ΡΠ°ΡΠ΅Π»ΡΠ½Π°Ρ ΠΊΠΎΠΌΠΏΠΎΠ·ΠΈΡΠΈΡ. ΠΠΎΠ»ΠΎΡ ΠΠ°ΡΠΊΠ° Π·Π²ΡΡΠΈΡ Π±ΠΎΠΆΠ΅ΡΡΠ²Π΅Π½Π½ΠΎ.
MΓ‘rcia Giane Pires Alteneter
Esta obra de arte, eternizada pelo grupo BREAD nos anos 70, foi reverenciada com o talento destes cantores de raro talento e que sou muito fΓ£.
Betty Spearns
Awesome group! Talented beyond! β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ
Betty Spearns
Seeing in Scotland
Masibulele Romeo Ngondo
Westlife songs carry meaning and substance!
norma santos
IF amei, lindo!!!!!