Paul Heaton, Jacqui Abbott - 7" Singles

[@Tonybateman110]

In 1999 I lived down Grafton Street and drank in the pub (I loved beautiful south) I once went in and Paul Heaton tapped me on the shoulder, I nearly fainted, he said "I think a girls looking for you", I just fumbled my words and said something like "yes I've seen her, I love you music, I have your CDs" (I think he thought I set it up with my girlfriend). Later on I found out my girlfriend had walked past the pub with our baby, saw him outside (didn't know who he was) and asked him "is there a guy in there with a red coat on?" Paul actually went and looked. Just a simple thing like that made my world. Also here's another story, I was in my car parked outside my house and saw Paul walking down the street, I fumbled like a mad man to get my beautiful south cd in the cd player, it started playing as he walked past, he looked at me and smiled. I was too shy to ask him to sign my CDs I wanted him to offer lol. I know these aren't the most exciting story's but I was 21, loved beautiful south and it made my world and I've never forgot and never will. Thank you for them memories Paul, I just wish I got your autograph

[@kennymacm3031]

Hey, I was walking down Sauchihall street in Glasgow thirty odd years ago and I heard him talking to two guys as they walked along, I instantly knew his voice as I’d been a big Housemartins fan and in turn have always found him to be the most under the radar type. A HUGE talent

[@paulwild3676]

Is there anyone alive who can write lyrics like Paul Heaton. Utter genius.

[@MaxCruiseable]

then why is 3 later albums filled with duds? :(

[@paulwild3676]

@@MaxCruiseable He understands working class life in a way no other writer does. In comedy if you are working class you can instantly relate to Micky Flanagan. Heaton is the songwriting equivalent in my view.

[@andygleaves4157]

Not to the same genius standard!!

[@andygleaves4157]

Im replying to myself here! 😂🤣😂 best song writer over the past 30yr definitely! And so humble and never forgot his roots!

[@curtishoodless9543]

A band called madness

[@nataliehallows6869]

filmed in my pub. Fantastic long day, well worth it …. Paul & Jacqui and crew were fantastic, top day :) top tune & video

[@mikecuz33]

brilliant song nat

[@jonbowers2482]

Great to see bin featured in a music video by one of Hulls greats. Nice one Natalie. Say hello to Carlos, Charlie and the lads for me.

[@nataliehallows6869]

Jon Bowers have done Jon, , Karle says ello back x

[@iankr]

My local when I lived in Hull in the late 70s/early 80s.

[@simonjames3209]

Brilliant song as always from Paul & Jacqui

[@deanturton8458]

Why do people put thumps down. How can 1.7k people be wrong. Brilliant song. Love Paul Heaton and Jacqui abbott

[@CB-xr1eg]

Why do people say *thumps* and not *thumbs* Another one of life's mysteries eh?

[@christaylor1913]

Meh just don't rate it, no issue with those that do but I'm not a fan of it.

[@TheNeodog]

These guys “working class hymn book” Right there - nailed it. National Treasures ❤

[@zacw10]

Loved both, the house martins and Beautiful south. They are truly amazing.

[@memondayz]

pennywise the dancing clown never knew pennywise was into the beautiful south

[@lorrainesolecki9060]

I agree. Housemartins. Fat boy slim. Beautiful South and now Paul and jaqui

[@stiftzahnheini3975]

Great Britain, great! You can be so proud of having such good musicians like Paul&Jacqui, Pet Shop Boys, New Order, Oasis, OMD, Beautiful South, Human League and so on. I regulary fly to concerts. I hope, i will be welcome on your island after Brexit. Andre from germany

[@wolverine556]

Stiftzahn Heini I don’t think anything will change, you would always be welcome 👍

[@charlotteconway8620]

Always welcome

[@stiftzahnheini3975]

@@wolverine556 Thanks. I dream of visiting Brigthon this summer. I have some pounds left from my last trip to London. I was surprised to see more many friendly people around in england than in a lot of german cities. They are quite relaxed.

[@stiftzahnheini3975]

@@charlotteconway8620 Thanks for your hospitality. I cant´t wait to enjoy music festival in the summer and english breakfast in a b&b

[@harryflashman2029]

Always welcome to our dear German friends x

[@gerrymillar46]

Riane is absolute class She sang at my friends mums funeral country soulful Mature beyond her years A true talent Mr Heaton a legend The lyrics on this new album are tragic hilarious and so emotional all at once Love it

[@charlesdoherty104]

You are correct about Rianne, she fantastic for her age , great girl , Paul Heaton is a gem of a guy ☘️

[@CarlBovis]

The most 'Heaton' song ever, and all the better for it! 😊 Legend! 👌👏

[@plainjayne1981]

Carl Bovis Oh yes! Not enough airplay

[@karenriches54]

@@plainjayne1981 Carl! Do you know all the lyrics? Karen

[@nikkiclayton9537]

I was there with my friends on the night when they were still filming. We got to meet Paul and Jacqui again, have selfies etc. They are two of the most loveliest people ♥ I'm proud to say this is my local.

[@derrydoire1864]

PAUL I love traveling to Derry from near Glasgow I was in Peadar O’Donnells pub there a few weeks ago on the Monday in question and the barman shouted 2 free pints for everyone in bar courtesy of your good self . An unbelievable gesture as a heard on radio it was your 60th the day before , just wanted to say thank you so much a true working class lad who has not forgotten his roots , the Guinness was great 🇮🇪☘️

[@tenks7341]

Songs for the working class, let's all raise a glass? LEGEND

[@ianmedium]

Fantastic, where it all started and as per usual with them, a fantastic pop song. Surely he should be regarded as the Lennon and Mcartney of the 20th and 21st century.

[@rosscampbell1558]

As opposed to which century when Lennon and Mcartney were around...?

[@michaelobrien6548]

Absolutely the gifted a pleasure to hear there music for those peters and lees

[@poolypiraterecords5740]

Lennon and McCartney are the Lennon and McCartney of the 20th century and he's only 1 person anyway! Wtf

[@paulwild3676]

Lennon and Mcartney fine writers from their mansions near Ascot. Heaton still lives with the people he writes about.

[@michaelobrien9825]

I think that he may have written more than them.

[@andrewbrown5402]

One of the best songs ever written. Well done Paul and jacqui

[@richardlowery3194]

Just come across this song love it. I couldn’t believe where the filmed it, brings back so many memories dose the Grafton my Grandma and Grandad was Landlord and Landlady back in 1979.

[@jobione3620]

So good to see Jacqui still belting them out with Paul, love to all the Abbotts from the days back in Thatto Heath primary ❤️❤️❤️

[@simontoseland7450]

Another absolute classic of a song by the very great Paul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott just like Beautiful South

[@rosscampbell8405]

It's very Beautiful South! ❤

[@tsbda]

Paul & Jacqui thank you both for the music over the years and today keep it up God bless

[@maureenhughes5758]

Totally brilliant as usual! Never seems to get the credit deserved!

[@simongoddard8490]

Brilliant Paul and Jacqui, breath of fresh air as always. The real deal.

[@cliffordgarside1502]

Just had to play this after hearing about Paul’s treat to 60 pubs to celebrate his 60th Birthday, cheers Paul

[@davidbell7094]

I'll never get bored listening to you two,you was meant to perform together. Paul looking fresh and so young! And Jacquie looking as gorgeous as ever❤

[@ronhealyx]

Not many people could put Ska guitar, Rock’n’Roll piano, Blues guitar, big Brass & Country all in a single song, let alone just in a Chorus or a Bridge.. and create a brilliant Pop song out of it. And then top it off with one of the naffest-but-coolest Videos ever. Pure genius.

[@cquilty1]

Ron Healy Naah...just naff.

[@iaxivers7694]

Just like bohemian rhapsody.

[@lisamccarthy6969]

I agree ..loved that for years.,allways will

[@lisamccarthy6969]

Deffo legend

[@davidbarker1855]

What a great song, brilliant lyrics, another well written song by Paul Heaton 😀👍

[@shedendhayzer]

You sir are a legend 🍺🇮🇪✌️

[@unintentionalminimalist]

Love Paul Heaton's songwriting... This is blissssss

[@Mozphil42]

Paul & Jacqui at their best. Great to hear Peters & Lee referenced 😁😁😁

[@markbriers9527]

Paul Heaton and Johnny Lexus what great composer and songwriters. And Jacqui Abbot what do I say!

[@andrewwood6498]

I listened to him being interviewed by Craig Charles on radio two yesterday. I love how he’s still a down to earth, working class northerner.

[@nickpalmer3076]

Clever stuff. Nothing else around like it now sadly.

[@BeatPoet67]

There's great music everywhere nowadays. Make an effort. It's not just served to you on "Top Of The Pops" anymore.

[@theundeadvision]

Cos it's not the 50s anymore

[@issyjas3309]

Brilliant, one of the most underrated music makers this country has produced.. I’m 6 years younger than Paul but I just know we’re from the same culture

[@carlbellwood8886]

This pair just get better with age can't wait to see them and hopefully a new album on way

[@philipcarman1362]

There is a Paul Heaton best of out in November, and a new album by Paul and Jacqui some point next year.

[@ryanwignall1724]

Album just came out

[@twcc406]

Just popped over as a result of the Nick recommendation via AB 🙂 Anyone else here for the same reason?

[@StevenDevery]

This tune is class

[@London1064]

Great song as expected from these two. A real foot tapper.

[@PaulSaether]

A little back street pub. What fun we had.

[@shorelineboy]

So bloody talented, absolutely amazing. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏😎

[@hummycarton]

Excellent video. Congrats to the whole production team.

[@colinpearce7079]

Great track from Paul & Jacqui,love the sound,Atb Colin P.

[@deanturton8458]

Love this song since I first heard it playing on radio 2 😃👍

[@pauldexter4907]

36 years ago I discovered your music and still writing magnificent music and timeless lyrics

[@woodwenwood]

Loved him from day one, he just gets better and better !!

[@therickpound]

They totally rocked the acoustic tent at Glastonbury big time.

[@keeganpennington7449]

Great song good seeing my auntie play as Dolly! Top track

[@marcuskerr4605]

I don't think that Paul is ever going to sop making music I love to listen to, and that's a good thing.

[@toshe.6690]

there`s more oddballs in that pub than phoenix nights.

[@ragtagmisfits]

Great song and ace lyrics. When Im busking people tell me all the time I sound like Jacqui. I wish ha ha. This is such a huge compliment. Her voice has always been a great influence and inspiration to me. So organic and true not like anyone else. Thank you for the music x

[@paulcleary1021]

filmed in the Grafton pub..... spent many a weekend listening to the housemartins and Paul Heaton still as good as ever in my opinion

[@leodurkin8539]

Hope Paul & Jacqui are together for a long time to come, brilliant in concert. I’ll be booking tickets for the next tour soon as they are made available. worth every penny & they don’t charge the earth for tickets.

[@SergioHernandez-cz9sy]

I absolutely love this!!! Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott forever...

[@iangoldstraw6002]

I can't remember the last time i saw a juke box in a pub...A clever piece of songwriting by Paul .

[@josephinedocherty4219]

I absolutely love this, first time listening to it. No surprise there though, you’re fabulous artists. Will definitely purchase this. Thanks for continuing to produce great songs. 😊

[@mikeosborn3906]

Only in hull lol fantastic....song

[@1967Rev]

left my home in norfolk virginia california on my mind,love it,genius,nostalgia must never die...xxxxxx

[@michelle88960]

Love it. Brilliant songwriter.

[@kennymoore7332]

Im from Hull, im a massive George Michael fan and Paul spent a lot of years here, i will tell you now Mr Heaton is right right up there with song writers. Seen Beautiful South 3 times

[@yannisMKL]

Great video! I was a student in Hull during the 90s and I lived in 98 Grafton Street in 1997-1998. I have some albums of Beautiful South in my vinyl and CD collection! I love their music, so many good memories!

[@sandraspice3098]

I love this song❣️so lovely !😍Paul and Jacqui🌷they are amazing! & talented,really great lyrics,I,m a big Beautiful South fan 💞🎸🎤 awesome !🎶x

[@leighjohnson3720]

'For the Peters and Lees' - my favourite pub juke box with the most eclectic range of songs on had 'Welcome Home' on it which we'd play at the end of every night and got everybody singing - bring back the box :D

[@richardgalliard7012]

Saw them live in 74. 😊 when one of us walks in our local we sing " come on in and close the door" we obviously love welcome home.😂

[@markyboy7618]

Love it. We want more of these. Timeless.

[@warrenedwards2415]

Beautiful south what a band brilliant i saw them twice in the early 90s first time was at Hammersmith Odeon it was the welcome to the beautiful south concert & what a brilliant amazing day that was

[@grantcampbell9560]

This is a work of lyrical genius. Love Paul and Jackie.

[@mikeosborn3906]

Brilliant how I have not seen this one before I don't know brings back all the memories love the peters and Lee pun...and used to love Billy joels songs.im 62 by the way same era lol,thanks again for putting hull on the map .......

[@frankwilhelm-mauch8672]

Just the little thing that young versions of Jacqui and Paul are dancing to the jukebox is the icing on the cake.

[@patrickreilly6804]

absolutely Fantastic heard this track by accident where have I been for 4 years!!!! Well Done Paul and Jacqui Love all of your work you are fab makes me proud to be from Hull

[@melissaduff-lamb8994]

Love this for bringing back so many memories! BTW, I stumbled here from the Louis Tomlinson Twitter stuff, but I'm a nontraditional Louis fan, and am definitely of the age to appreciate this and you!

[@richardhenshaw5660]

Best English folk singer/writer of all time.

[@user-mo6op9qt3u]

Paul Heaton, sir, you are a genius, a lyrical wonder mate 👍 legend 👏

[@malcolmhutchison62]

Brilliant and very catchy

[@juanmiguelprado9201]

Excelente desde Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA!!!!

[@tynebar]

What a lovely video.

[@jasonpetrou6049]

Another gem of a track,that got over looked. ...

[@garymercer412]

This guy is a genius

[@curtishoodless9543]

Went to a concert couple weeks ago in Doncaster my parents took me didn’t really like there music when they would play it but after hearing it live and listening to it properly love them now

[@curtishoodless9543]

This one is definitely my favorite

[@CidoViolaeSerginhoOficial]

Sensacional, Top demais essa musica, show, gostei ♥♥♥

[@josephchambers2000]

There voices have not changed that much at all. Actually, it’s impressive. I don’t know if I’d visually recognise them unless they were singing at me though.

[@phoenixfireplusproductions]

It's great to discover this. Love "The housemartins and" The beautiful south"

[@MrAlistar99]

Great day in that pub yestaerday. Drinks on Paul👍🏻

[@cbing4036]

This is a great song

[@godfreyhumm8429]

Thank you Paul

[@PercyVear]

Heaton & Abbott back to the sing-a-long best

[@KM-gf1ur]

should be on the graham norton couch,never mind these would be if you could be’s.best singer/lyricist by a country mile.plain and simple.xx

[@Robbo57]

Brilliant/all those good times summed up in a great song and video.

[@johnygail]

my favourite song since Happy hour.. saw them at Stockports ground. WOW!! best live act EVER!

[@phoenixfireplusproductions]

Why isn't this a huge hit?

[@kannmanmalmachen]

Good Song. I wish they perform it on a gig in Germany. 🤙🏻

[@andyfletcher154]

Very underrated Paul awesome

[@peteriversfanclub]

Back in the day......when there was proper charts......hey!!!! Remember them?........This would be a cert for number one!

[@liammartin5225]

We got the 7" single, the long playing album The 12" disco mix Just put it on the jukebox, grab yourself a lager See what the needle predicts We had the country and Western, a dodgy little section With Jerry Lee Lewis and gang 'From A Jack To A King’, to secure prison wing But, still, the whole tavern, they sang [Pre-Chorus 1] Dolly Parton was queen Billy Joel the boss We were uptown, downtown, little bit of Motown With Marvin Gaye and Diana Ross All the punters would sing And you'd be joinin' in too ’Red Red Wine', 'Everybody Hurts' And 'Don't It Make Your Brown Eyes Blue' [Chorus] So barman, don't be a tease Now we’re down on our knees Plug that Wurlitzer back in For the hes and the shes Well, we’re begging you, please For the Peter and Leighs Stick another 50p in And make it out-and-out cheese [Verse 2] Then there were the tightwads, going to the jukebox Put in solitary 5p Worked out that Pink Floyd, anything by Meatloaf Was longer than your 10cc Arguing the B side's better than the A side Denying what you actually put on Pretending that you hate it, you don’t even rate it But catch yourself singin' along [Pre-Chorus 2] Neil Diamond was king Elton John #1 It was a working-class hymn, but the one congregation The Church really wished to be gone Sang 'Give Peace a Chance' With Yoko Ono and John ’Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting' And 'Where Have All The Good Boys Gone' Chorus] So barman, don't be a tease Now we're down on our knees Plug that Wurlitzer back in For the hes and the shes Well, we're begging you, please For the Peter and Leighs Stick another 50p in And make it out-and-out cheese [Instrumental] [Chorus] So barman, don't be a tease Now we're down on our knees Plug that Wurlitzer back in For the hes and the shes Well, we're begging you, please For the Peter and Leighs Stick another 50p in And make it out-and-out cheese

[@rodlaughton2318]

“Where Have All The Boot Boys Gone” (by Slaughter and the Dogs).

[@liammartin5225]

@@rodlaughton2318 Damn! You are quite right!!

[@colinbaker3916]

Liam Martin Peters and Lee (note the spelling) was a cheesy male-female duet. They had a number 1 in 1973 with Welcome Home. Lennie Peters was blind, so the reference here to him apparently playing darts is funny. Mind you, I gather he was also friends with the Krays ... Dianne Lee had a lot of male fans.

[@sjefke3384]

Mr Paul Heaton.. you stil Got IT mate...

[@trevor98760]

Thanks Paul super to see and hear you

[@stephen11633]

This is my favourite band happy hour, good as gold, now ,7inch single ,you guys are awesome

[@BROTHER-52]

Such a great way with words PAUL has........pretty close to fish in my book ...for the king of a gift for words

[@hartyharty123]

Fab song, loving it

[@adamjones8800]

Little things like the skip are what make Paul one of our most treasured songwriters and performers...amazing stuff as always from them both!

[@mikecollings2808]

My foots still tappin, it won't stop!

[@jimlavery553]

Brilliant tune, words and video..love it

[@tasherratt]

Paul is easily the best singer song righter since the loss of Freaky. More importantly a good person,

[@Vicki-stfc]

LOVE this

[@gabrielacardenaldalla3785]

Maravilhosos! Não os conhecia, descobri semana passada e adorei! Deixa nossos dias mais felizes!

[@GaryLockhart-ic3mw]

Pure class

[@stepney56]

I've lost count of the songs of Paul's I've heard since The Housemartins days to the present, I have to say he is a songwriting genius.