20 songs with 'beautiful' in the title

In 2000, rock band U2 released its 10th studio album, All That You Can’t Leave Behind, led by the single “Beautiful Day.” On the track, the band emphasizes finding happiness no matter how hard life can get. “Beautiful Day” rightfully earned a few Grammy Awards, including Song of the Year and Record of the Year. 

Alessia Cara’s 2015 single “Scars To Your Beautiful” highlights the theme of people who sometimes desire to change their physical image to be accepted by others. Cara emphasizes that people should appreciate their beauty as is without trying to please other people.

The Neptunes produced Snoop Dogg’s 2002 hit single “Beautiful.” Gaining extra vocals from Pharrell and Charlie Wilson, Snoop uses the song to highlight the infatuation he has with a special someone. 

In 2002, pop singer Christina Aguilera released her critically acclaimed fourth album, Stripped. The album’s second single, “Beautiful,” shows Aguilera’s vulnerability as she details her inner beauty and insecurities and encourages listeners to feel beautiful despite what others may say. 

Beyoncé and Shakira had everyone showing off their best belly dance moves when they released their hit 2007 single “Beautiful Liar.” On the track, Beyoncé and Shakira trade verses about dealing with the same man, but instead of starting a girl fight, it’s not worth the time. 

In the summer of 2022, DJ Khaled released his 13th studio album, God Did. In proper Khaled fashion, he brings a star-studded roster of artists. He teamed up with Future and SZA on his smooth track “Beautiful,” which highlights the two detailing their feelings in a relationship.

In 2019, pop singer Ed Sheeran released his fourth studio album, No. 6 Collaborations. Sheeran teamed up with Khalid on the third single, “Beautiful People,” in which the two trade harmonies and encourage people to stay true to themselves and not become obsessed with material things. 

In 2002, neo-soul singer India.Arie released her sophomore album, Voyage to India. One of the album standouts was the smooth rendering “Beautiful Surprise.” On the track, Arie details the feeling of a potential lover knocking her off her feet — the type of person that can come into one's life, and everything seems alright.  

Akon’s 2009 hit song “Beautiful” describes someone in the club who catches his eye, and he’s admiring her beauty. "Beautiful" became a top-20 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. 

In 2011, the pop band One Direction won the hearts of many with their debut single “What Makes You Beautiful.” On the track, the band emphasizes a woman can be beautiful by simply being herself without adding anything extra.

In 2009, rapper Wale released his debut studio album, Attention Deficit. One of the album standouts is “Beautiful Bliss,” a smooth collaboration alongside fellow rapper J. Cole and singer Melanie Fiona. On the track, the three detail their lavish and successful lifestyles. 

Although Prince didn’t release “The Beautiful Ones” as an official single from his album Purple Rain,  the track became a popular hit. Other artists, including Dru Hill and Mariah Carey, also covered it. On the track, Prince puts his feelings on wax for a lover to decide between being with him or someone else. 

Pop singer James Blunt came onto the scene in 2004 when he released his debut album, Back to Bedlam. Blunt saw massive success with his single “You’re Beautiful,” his biggest hit single. The song is about Blunt seeing a past lover with someone new, as he’s still attracted to her beauty. 

Although Chris Brown is essentially an R&B artist, he’s also dabbled in EDM and pop records. One of which is his 2011 hit single “Beautiful People.” On the track, Brown highlights how a person’s real beauty is within themselves, and they should live their life like it. The track was a No. 1 hit on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart. 

Before Doja Cat became a household name, there was a point in her career when she tried to put her art to the world to get her name out there. In 2014, she released her aptly titled debut EP Purrr! One of the standout tracks was the intro song “Beautiful.” On the track, she pays homage to celebrities like Naomi Campbell and Serena Williams while also being confident in her beauty. 

In 2010, R&B singer Ne-Yo released his fourth album Libra Scale, led by the hit single “Beautiful Monster.” He uses EDM influences in the production as he lyrically describes a woman he’s attracted to and scared of simultaneously. The song reached No. 1 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart. 

In 2013, Mariah Carey released her 14th studio album Me. I am Mariah… The Elusive Chanteuse. She teamed up with Miguel on the lead single “#Beautiful,” in which they trade verses about being so enamored with their lovers’ inner and outer beauty. 

In 2012, R&B singer Tamia released her fifth studio album Beautiful Surprise. The title track became the lead single, and Tamia uses the lyrics to detail the feeling of finding the love of her life.

Taylor Swift is no stranger to releasing songs highlighting relationships' ups and downs. She does just that on her track “Sad Beautiful Tragic,” in which she reflects on the relationship after a breakup. 

In 2021, singer NAO released her third album, And Then Life Was Beautiful. The title track became the album’s final single, and NAO uses the lyrics to highlight how life can sometimes be so chaotic, but then it can turn around, and she can see the beauty in it.