Brian McFadden made headlines when he announced his departure from Westlife back in 2004, leaving fans heartbroken. For over a decade, he had no contact with his former bandmates, but now, after twenty years, he has started reconnecting with the Westlife boys.
In a recent interview with The Sunday Independent, the 44-year-old singer shared his reflections on his time in the band and expressed his regrets about leaving. He admitted that he was exhausted when he made the decision to leave, and looking back, he wishes they had taken a break. McFadden revealed that he had a conversation with Nicky Byrne a few weeks ago, where they discussed the past and Byrne wondered if a break would have changed McFadden’s mind about leaving.
Recalling the moment he decided to leave, McFadden described feeling overwhelmed by the non-stop schedule and the lack of time off. He vividly remembers the day when their tour manager handed him a schedule for the upcoming months, and he realized there was no break in sight. The exhaustion and pressure of constant work led him to make a hasty decision to leave the band.
Despite the tensions and disagreements they had in the past, McFadden acknowledged that they were all just tired and the arguments were trivial. He likened their situation to playing a never-ending football match without a break, which eventually took a toll on him.
However, there seems to be hope for a Westlife reunion in the future. With McFadden reconnecting with his former bandmates and reflecting on his time in the group, fans may see the original five members come together once again on stage. The possibility of a reunion has sparked excitement among fans who have been eagerly waiting for the iconic boyband to reunite.
As Brian McFadden opens up about his past and shares his candid reflections on his Westlife journey, it seems like a new chapter may be on the horizon for the beloved band. Fans can look forward to a potential reunion that could bring back the nostalgia and magic of Westlife’s music for old and new generations to enjoy.