James Blunt on why his infamous single, 'You're Beautiful,' receives hate

James Blunt is celebrating 20 years since the release of his hit album "Back to Bedlam." With chart-toppers like "You're Beautiful" that have become enduring anthems, Blunt discusses his musical odyssey, his latest album—his most intimate to date—and the start of his European tour.

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[gaynorhead]

James is so underrated, he is awesome and his songs bring out such emotions!

[xxxx]

One of my favorite songs! I remember hearing, "You're beautiful, " during my second deployment, (13 months in Afghanistan. ) NATO forces started to take over our American base that year. I was a young and naive, but I "felt" this song. It always takes me back.

[danettewelborn]

He is beautiful! Aging like fine wine! I always liked him, still do.

[sherryjacobs]

Don't hate....it's great music.

[stephanietcastro]

I lived in England for school when this song was released and anytime I hear it, it always takes me right back to that time. It was literally everywhere!🎶🎵

[bettydamnboop]

Truly a beautiful song and I can’t imagine why it receives hate. So sad

[tunemaking]

When one is a hopeless romantic, these types of songs have massive meaning and hit home! They tell a tale of hope and heartache at the same time. Any haters are just jealous of pure genius music!

[jasmin]

Great interview and some really heartfelt song’s ❤❤❤

[minguyen]

didnt know he was hated???? i think he is so underrated!!

[emilycomedis]

i love ur music James Blunt and your personality. you are beautiful indeed.

[ddoubleu]

I will always love YOU’RE BEAUTIFUL — takes me back.

[Chris-gngu]

Literally his biggest fan. My dream in life is to meet him and sing one of his songs to him. I've been doing a tribute act for years, he's my idol.

[KirkDustin]

One of the best to do! Such such such an underrated talent. Never heard a musician that brings out raw emotions like James does. Love love LOVE this man.

[frogkisser]

James Blunt, You're Beautiful...know that.

[clockerbell]

Huge huge talent and amazing song writer!!

[Xiaolongbaokid]

I must commend CBS on this one and Christina Raffini for how she approached the topic in a sensible yet humorous manner with James Blunt.

[wecandothiswarriors]

Fell in love with his gorgeous voice many years ago. Thankyou James 🙏❤️

[SkyeRangerNick]

I love this song more than I can express. It changed me. For the better. I love James too.

[MarthaColon-gt]

I just heard some of his songs never realizing who sang them. Beautiful Story . GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ALWAYS

[honeystorlie]

So much humily, a brilliant sense of humor and such incredible meaningful songs!!! A voice that means something every time you hear him.