You're Beautiful is one of James Blunt's most iconic songs, released in 2005 as the third single from his debut album, Back to Bedlam. The song is a bittersweet ballad about a fleeting moment of love and longing, where the narrator encounters someone who captivates them but knows they cannot be together.
With heartfelt lyrics like "You're beautiful, it's true," and Blunt's unique voice, the song became a massive hit, reaching No. 1 in several countries, including the UK and the US. Despite its romantic tone, Blunt has clarified that the song reflects unrequited love and a melancholic realization, not a fairy-tale romance.
The track's success catapulted Blunt to global fame and earned him multiple awards and nominations, including a Grammy nod.
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