Westlife - You Are So Beautiful (To Me) Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote 'You Are So Beautiful'?

   The song 'You Are So Beautiful' was originally written by Billy Preston and Bruce Fisher. It was first released by Preston on his ninth studio album, 'The Kids & Me', in 1974.

2. Which version of 'You Are So Beautiful' is most famous?

   The most famous version of 'You Are So Beautiful' was performed by Joe Cocker. Released as a single in November 1974, Cocker's rendition became his highest-charting solo hit in the United States, reaching number five on the Billboard Hot 100.

3. Has 'You Are So Beautiful' been performed by other artists?

   Yes, many artists have covered 'You Are So Beautiful', including Kenny Rankin, Ray Stevens, Kenny Rogers, Bonnie Tyler, Brian Kennedy, and Phil Driscoll. Westlife also released their version titled 'You Are So Beautiful (To Me)'.

4. Did Dennis Wilson of the Beach Boys have any involvement with the song?

   Although not officially credited, several sources suggest Dennis Wilson of the Beach Boys helped Billy Preston complete the song, co-writing the lyrics and modifying the melody. Wilson performed it live with the Beach Boys as an encore from 1975 until his final performances in 1983.

5. What key is 'You Are So Beautiful' published in?

   'You Are So Beautiful' was originally published in the key of A♭ major with a tempo of 70 beats per minute. Joe Cocker's vocal range in the song spans from B♭2 to E♭4.