Paul Heaton on receiving the Ivor Novello for Outstanding Song Collection

The Housemartins’ and The Beautiful South’s Paul Heaton says he feels more appreciative as he gets older as he collects his award for Outstanding Song Collection #TheIvors

[@thegalviniser]

Paul Heaton is one of the UK's most talented living, musically gifted social observers. He should have been acknowledged a long ago for his poetic analysis of modern working-class life, set to a beautifully crafted melody. Think for a minute. Paul Heaton is a gift. Bow down.

[@wickydanrealbadmanthegangs7718]

FINALLY! This man is so underrated, a working man's legend, so many of his songs bring a smile to my face. Well done Paul, well overdue and well deserved 👏👏👏

[@seansmith-hv1gz]

Such a down to earth guy, so humble. And long over due. Well done Paul.

[@stevewilliamson1971]

60 years old and he is still a perfect 10.

[@valeriegommon295]

What a humble man, he is amazing

[@chaffahatter1948]

This is the legend that is, Paul Heaton.

[@eightiesmusic1984]

He put 60,000 pounds behind the bar of a number of pubs ( not in each one) to say thank you to fans who have supported the band over the years. Decent gesture. Written some amazing tunes since the eighties.

[@domjones-of-wales]

About bloody time 🎉

[@andygleaves4157]

Fantastic 👏👏👏👏 and long overdue! 👌

[@davewilliams7130]

One of the finest singer song writers and so humble and likeable. One word = legend #longevity

[@andygleaves4157]

SIR PAUL HEATON !

[@roseharvey2664]

I can't see him going for that!

[@davewells8350]

So well deserved amazing lyrics just the best

[@jockmazza]

i gave up writing years ago due to a busy life divorce etc. thanks Paul. You inspired me

[@michaelreddington658]

Keep going and enjoy the craft for the sake of it. Nurture your gift ❤

[@catgirlKL]

Well deserved Paul.

[@ianschofield6443]

Finally!!! Up there with the best !!!👍👍❤️

[@ennesshay5040]

the lyric video ''Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott - Still'' for the Sands UK charity.

[@BibtheBoulder]

Incredibly humble, and a true gentleman, perfectly complemented by the equally adorable Jacqui Abbott

[@gailtilling360]

Well done Paul, a true legend ❤️❤️❤️

[@NelliTigris]

Finally! Well deserved! ♥️

[@bibsybibbleboopz5241]

Love you Paul.. Well deserved xxx

[@andygleaves4157]

Only about 35 years late!!! Pfffftt!

[@kevindavies2066]

And not before f*****g time.