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 .
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.
"Forgive Me" was a significant hit across Europe and Oceania: Leona Lewis Forgive Me
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
The song reached number one in Slovakia, number five in Ireland, and the top ten in both Italy and Sweden. The video's dream-like sequences were inspired by iconic
Lewis promoted the single through various television appearances, including The National Lottery Live and GMTV in the UK, and Idol in Sweden. It remained a staple in her live repertoire, featuring in the setlists for her major concert tours, The Labyrinth (2010) and Glassheart (2013).
It entered the charts at number fifty in late 2008 and re-entered the chart a year later in 2009. Music Video "Forgive Me" was a significant hit across Europe
Watch the official music video for 'Forgive Me' to see the Broadway-inspired choreography and the appearance by the JabbaWockeeZ dance crew: Leona Lewis - Forgive Me (UK Version - Official Video) leonalewisVEVO YouTube• Oct 3, 2009