Blunt's 'You're Beautiful' named 'Most Irritating Song'

James Blunt hit 'You're Beautiful' has been named the most irritating song of all time by a new poll.

The ballad, which hit the number one spot in 11 countries on its release in 2005, has landed the accolade courtesy of website onepoll.com.

'Axel F' by digital amphibian Crazy Frog claimed the number two slot, while 'Mmm Bop' by Hanson came third.

John Sewell, of onepoll.com, said: "James Blunt isn't the obvious choice, but any song that is number one for so long does start to get annoying."

Other "most irritating" songs included 'The Birdie Song' by The Tweets, and Celine Dion's 'My Heart Will Go On'.