Three Songs You Didn’t Know Were Co-Written by Ed Sheeran
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Three Songs You Didn’t Know Were Co-Written by Ed Sheeran
October 6, 2017
Ed Sheeran creates a unique sound in the music industry. Most people think he has the basic acoustic vibe anyone with a good voice and ability to play guitar can achieve, but between Sheeran’s envious lyrical melodies and one man shows on stage, no one can compete.
As wonderful as his own music and abilities are, we’re here to talk about songs he wrote for other artists. Here’s three popular songs you didn’t know were written by Sheeran, so maybe now you’ll love him even more.
1. “Dark Times” by The Weekend, ft. Ed Sheeran
Because this song features Sheeran on vocals, one may expect him to play a role in writing the song as well. As you listen to the song with this knowledge in mind, it’s easy to point out the subtle Sheeran staples hidden in the track. Between the masked acoustic sound and slowly hip hop tone to the song, Sheeran and The Weekend create a great duo.
2. “Cold Water” by Major Lazer, ft. MØ and Justin Bieber
The 2016 summer chart topper is another Sheeran co-wrote on, but this time it’s not as obvious without his voice featured. Sheeran toldAMP Radio he didn’t even know the song existed until Diplo contacted him about it. The song was hidden within the various unproduced songs Sheeran wrote. The track advocates standing behind your partner through thick and thin, while its electronic beats make it one to dance along with easily.
3. “Growing Up” by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, ft. Ed Sheeran
Once again Sheeran is featured in the song, making it a bit easier to point out his contributions. Macklemore dedicated this song to his daughter, Sloane. Throughout the track, Macklemore gives Sloane advice for the world she’s going to face in the future. Instead of advocating changing the world, as most parents do, Macklemore tells his daughter to find something she loves, do it everyday and the world will change as a result. While he enjoyed having Sheeran collaborate on the track, he told “The New York Times” he asked Adele first to back the song, but she graciously denied. It’s better this way because between Macklemore’s hip hop tone and Sheeran’s gently soulful hook, the song captivates various audiences.