Historical Artist Profile
James Blunt
Biography & Overview
James Blunt (born James Hillier Blount, 22 February 1974) is an English singer, songwriter and musician. He is best known for his songs "You're Beautiful" and "Goodbye My Lover". As a British Army captain in the aftermath of the Kosovo War, Blunt was involved in the British refusal to engage Russian troops at Pristina Airport. After leaving the army, he rose to fame in 2004 with the release of his debut album Back to Bedlam, achieving worldwide fame with the singles "You're Beautiful" and "Goodbye My Lover".
🇺🇸 US Billboard Tracking History
1 Charted Tracks
"You're Beautiful"
Entered Charts: 2005
#1 HIT
🇬🇧 UK Official Charts History
14 Charted Tracks
"You're Beautiful"
Entered Charts: 2005
#1 HIT
"1973"
Entered Charts: 2007
Peak: #4
"Bonfi Heart"
Entered Charts: 2013
Peak: #4
"Goodbye My Lover"
Entered Charts: 2005
Peak: #9
"High"
Entered Charts: 2005
Peak: #16
"Carry You Home"
Entered Charts: 2008
Peak: #20
"Wisemen"
Entered Charts: 2005
Peak: #23
"Stay The Night"
Entered Charts: 2010
Peak: #26
"Heart To Heart"
Entered Charts: 2014
Peak: #42
"Same Mistake"
Entered Charts: 2007
Peak: #57
"When I Find Love Again"
Entered Charts: 2014
Peak: #78
"Postcards"
Entered Charts: 2014
Peak: #90
"Monsters"
Entered Charts: 2020
Peak: #90
"Love Me Better"
Entered Charts: 2017
Peak: #93