

Paolo Nutini in Quotes: Here are 13 funny and interesting quotes from the Scottish star on Scotland, singing and fame
Born in Paisley in 1987, Paolo Nutini was always expected to join the family’s fish and chips business, but his musical talent was already obvious when he was a pupil at St Andrews Academy.
He moved to London at the age of 17 and played any gig he could – including support slots for The Rolling Stones, Amy Winehouse and KT Tunstall.
In 2006 his debut album ‘These Streets’ was an instant hit, spawning four top 30 singles including ‘Last Request’.
Three years later his second record ‘Sunny Side Up’ did even better, debuting at number one on the UK Albums Chart – as did his third, ‘Caustic Love’.
He took some time out from the music business but returned last year with fourth studio album ‘Last Night in the Bittersweet’ – his third consecutive UK number one.
Along the way he’s played gigs across the world, won a Q Award and an Ivor Novello Award, and been nominated for four BRITS.
Here’s what he’s had to say about his remarkable life so far.
In 2006 his debut album ‘These Streets’ was an instant hit, spawning four top 30 singles including ‘Last Request’.

9. Paolo Nutini on...fashion
"I only became interested in clothes when I was in my mid-teens. I'd do things like spike my hair and put on a nice shirt, but I'd hardly call myself fashion-conscious. I just don't have the energy." Photo: Andrew H. Walker

10. Paolo Nutini on...the music business
"When it comes to the business side of it, as much as you might hate it, the reality is that you give the record company a sort of ownership of your songs, so you've got to make sure you're getting everything you can out of it now, because if you're not, then who is?" Photo: Valerio Pennicino

11. Paolo Nutini on...television talent shows
"I thought about going onto the first one, Pop Idol. My mum was saying, 'Go on!' But I decided not to. 'The X Factor,' though, doesn't really seem to be a show about musical talent anymore." Photo: Stefania M. D'Alessandro

12. Paolo Nutini on...his worst review
"I don't mind being criticised, but hearing yourself described as the next James Blunt - that hurts." Photo: Stefania M. D'Alessandro