"Beautiful in White" is one of those rare songs that became a global phenomenon almost by accident. While it is widely associated with Westlife, it was actually recorded as a solo demo by lead singer in 2006 for the band's The Love Album . Though it was initially rejected by their A&R team, the song took on a life of its own when a demo leaked in 2010.
: Despite never being a standard radio hit in the UK or US, it became a massive sleeper hit across Asia, particularly in the Philippines , where it is an essential wedding anthem. Westlife - Beautiful in white
: When the song first leaked online, it was incorrectly credited to X Factor winner Shayne Ward for years before Filan officially claimed it. "Beautiful in White" is one of those rare
: The original session took place at the famous Abbey Road Studios , and this remains the only track Filan ever recorded there. : Despite never being a standard radio hit