Leona Lewis | Forgive Me

The video's dream-like sequences were inspired by iconic Broadway and Hollywood musicals, including West Side Story , Singin' in the Rain , The Rocky Horror Show , and Carousel .

is an upbeat, funky pop and dance-influenced song by British singer Leona Lewis. Released on November 3, 2008, it served as the fourth single from her record-breaking debut album, Spirit . The track marked a departure from the power ballads that first defined her career, showcasing a contemporary R&B sound. Background and Composition

It debuted and peaked at number five, becoming her fourth top-ten single in the UK. It was eventually certified silver for sales of 200,000 copies. Leona Lewis Forgive Me

Lewis displays her range by hitting her highest falsetto pitch (G5) during the final chorus and her lowest pitch (A3) during the verses. Critics often compared her vocal delivery on the track to Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey.

The lyrics describe a protagonist in a one-sided relationship who leaves her partner, finds someone new who truly loves her, and then asks her former partner for "forgiveness" for moving on. Commercial Performance The video's dream-like sequences were inspired by iconic

Directed by , the music video was filmed in May 2008 and is notable for its vibrant, theatrical style.

"Forgive Me" was a significant hit across Europe and Oceania: The track marked a departure from the power

It is written in A minor with a tempo of 120 beats per minute.