Beautiful South is an English pop rock band formed in 1988 in Hull, England. The band is composed of Paul Heaton, Dave Hemingway, Sean Welch, Dave Stead, and Dave Rotheray. The band has released nine studio albums, two compilation albums, and twenty-five singles. Their debut album, Welcome to the Beautiful South, was released in 1989 and was a huge success, reaching number one in the UK Albums Chart. The band's sound is a mix of pop, rock, and soul, with Heaton's distinctive vocals and witty lyrics. Their biggest hits include "A Little Time", "Rotterdam", "Don't Marry Her", "Perfect 10", and "Dream a Little Dream". Beautiful South has been praised for their unique sound and their ability to combine elements of different genres. They have been nominated for several awards, including the Brit Award for Best British Group in 1991.
