This Iconic Love Song from the 2000s Is Having a Major Comeback originally appeared on Parade.
It’s been almost 18 years since Leona Lewis first captured our hearts with her iconic hit “Bleeding Love,” and now the song is having a major comeback and recently hit a huge milestone.
On Monday morning, the timeless ballad surpassed one billion streams on Spotify, proving that some songs never lose their magic or emotional power, no matter how much time passes. “Bleeding Love” is her most-streamed song on the platform.
Originally written by American singer Jesse McCartney and co-written and produced by OneRepublic’s lead man Ryan Tedder, “Bleeding Love” is the first track of her debut album Spirit, which was released in 2007. The song was released worldwide during the last quarter of 2007 and the first quarter of 2008, as the album’s lead single internationally and as the second single in Ireland and the United Kingdom. The tune was also nominated for Record of the Year and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards in 2009.
Lewis rose to fame after winning the third season of The X Factor UK in 2006, becoming the first female winner in the show’s history. Known for her powerful vocals and ballads, the British singer-songwriter has released several albums, including Echo, Glassheart and I Am.
As of now, Lewis seems to be focused on her family, according to her social media presence. She married creative director Dennis Jauch in 2019 and had a daughter together in July 2022. In 2024, Lewis was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), thanks to her contributions to music and charity.
The 40-year-old’s most recent song was a collaboration with Calum Scott, which was released in December 2024. Despite not being as active in the industry anymore, Lewis remains a respected artist in pop and soul music. Fans can listen to her music on all streaming platforms.
This Iconic Love Song from the 2000s Is Having a Major Comeback first appeared on Parade on Jul 14, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 14, 2025, where it first appeared.
