Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran is a British singer‑songwriter who has become one of the major figures in global pop thanks to his blend of folk, pop and R&B touches. Hailing from Suffolk, he first gained notice with a series of self‑released mixtapes before breaking through in 2011 with the single The A‑Team and the album +, which revealed his taste for spare melodies and intimate storytelling. His subsequent career has been marked by albums that became global phenomena, including x and ÷, propelled by songs like Thinking Out Loud, Shape of You and Castle on the Hill, which established his style of acoustic guitar, irresistible hooks and use of a looper on stage. A prolific artist, he collaborates across pop, hip‑hop and afro‑pop, writes for others and remains a highly sought‑after performer who fills stadiums worldwide. Balancing tender ballads and more rhythmic tracks, Ed Sheeran continues to evolve while staying true to the simplicity and sincerity that have made him one of the most listened‑to artists of his generation.