Lewis Forgive Me - Leona

The song was written by , Giorgio Tuinfort , and Aliaune "Akon" Thiam , with the latter also handling production. Lewis chose to work with Akon specifically to experiment with a more "different" and upbeat musical genre.

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 Leona Lewis Forgive Me

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. The song was written by , Giorgio Tuinfort

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 Commercial Performance It debuted and peaked at number

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

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.