Whatever It Takes

Leona Lewis

About Whatever It Takes

"Whatever It Takes" is a song by British singer-songwriter Leona Lewis from her debut studio album, Spirit (2007). Lewis co-wrote it with Tony Reyes and Novel; the latter also co-produced it with Dallas Austin. It was the first song to be written for Spirit and one of only two songs on the album to involve Lewis in the writing process. It is a gospel-pop-influenced track. The song garnered a mixed response from music critics; it was praised for its upbeat instrumentation but criticised for lacking any "kick". Upon the release of Spirit, the song debuted at number 61 on the UK Singles Chart due to strong digital download sales. Lewis has performed the song at the 2010 Rock in Rio and on her debut concert tour, The Labyrinth. It was later included on the subsequent DVD release called The Labyrinth Tour: Live from the O2. 


Year:
2007
3:27
61 
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(Da da da da da da)

People say love
Comes and goes, but
They don't understand
What they don't know
'Cause, what I feel starts
Deep inside
It's kinda like a sea
That springs into life

They say it's not right
And we move too fast
But they don't know the meaning
Of what we have

Wherever it is, I'll fly
Whatever it takes, I'll try
So don't pay no mind
To whatever people say
Whenever it is in my life
Know that I will be on time
'Cause you know why
There's no standing in our way

(Da da da da da da)

When you're far and
We're apart
I'm really missing you
I wanna be where you are

They say it's not right (it's not right)
And it won't last (it won't last)
And there's no point believing
What we have

Wherever it is, I'll fly
Whatever it takes, I'll try
So don't pay no mind
To what other people say
Whenever it is in my life
I'll be on time
'Cause you know why
There's no standing in my way

And if you're lost
I'm gonna find you
'Cause without you
I'll break down and cry
And you know why
I wanna surround you
With all my love

Wherever it is, I'll fly
Takes, I'll try
Pay no mind
To whatever other people say
In my life
Be on time (you know I'll be on time)
You know why
There's no standing in our way

Wherever it is, I'll fly
Whatever it takes, I'll try
So don't pay no mind
To whatever other people say
Whenever it is in my life
Know that I will be on time
'Cause you know why
There's no standing in our way

(Da da da da da da)

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Leona Lewis

Leona Louise Lewis (born 3 April 1985) is a British singer and songwriter. She first came to prominence after winning the third series of The X Factor in 2006. A multi-platinum selling artist and three-time Grammy Award nominee, Lewis's most successful single, "Bleeding Love", reached number one in over 30 countries around the world, and was the best-selling single worldwide in 2008. She was proclaimed 'Top New Artist' by Billboard magazine in 2008. Her two albums Spirit and Echo, released in 2007 and 2009 respectively, have collectively sold in excess of 10 million copies worldwide and topped the charts in numerous countries. Lewis's debut tour, The Labyrinth, took place in 2010. As of December 2011, Lewis has sold over 20 million records worldwide. Her thir… more »

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Written by: Leona Lewis, Tony Reyes, Alonzo Stevenson

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15 facts about this song

Launch Information
The song, "Whatever It Takes" is performed by British singer Leona Lewis.
Album Presence
It features on Leona Lewis' debut studio album, "Spirit", which got released in 2007.
Genre Classification
The song blends elements of pop and soul, much like much of her music from the album.
Song Duration
"Whatever It Takes" lasts approximately four minutes and twenty-one seconds.
Writer Credits
The song was written by Tony Nilsson and Leona Lewis herself, showcasing her skills as a songwriter.
Production Team
"Whatever It Takes" was produced by Matt Furmidge and Ghost (a music production team).
Additional Version
An acoustic version of the song also exists, allowing fans to appreciate its lyrics and melody in a stripped-down setting.
Overall Reception
The song, along with the album, were generally well-received, with listeners praising Leona's vocal performance.
Successful Album
The "Spirit" album was a commercial success, hitting number one in several countries including the UK and Ireland.
Platinum Status
The album, featuring "Whatever It Takes," was certified ten-times platinum in the UK, testifying to its immense popularity.
Importance in Career
The album helped establish Leona Lewis as an international singing sensation.
Chart Performance
While "Whatever It Takes" was not released as a single and therefore didn't chart, the success of the album means it reached a wide audience.
Leona's Background
Leona Lewis rose to fame after winning the third series of The X Factor in the UK in 2006, leading to the release of "Spirit" and "Whatever It Takes".
Musical Style
"Whatever It Takes" showcases Lewis' powerful vocals and emotive delivery, characteristics that have become her trademark.
Song Theme
The song speaks about the determination and will to do whatever it takes to make a relationship work, reflecting common themes of love and struggle in pop music.

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