Top 10 Best Songs by Ed Sheeran

Ed wanted to write a song better than 'Thinking Out Loud', and he succeeded. A waltz in 6/8 time with a production that sounds old-fashioned and grand, full of strings. It's a fairytale in music form. He sings it specially for his wife, and that intimacy you feel. It's sweet, yes, but with such conviction that even the biggest cynic melts. The ultimate love declaration.

The modern wedding classic. A soulful ballad that evokes Van Morrison. The guitar solo is soft and tasteful. Ed sings with a warmth and sincerity that is rare. The lyrics "Will your eyes still smile from your cheeks" are pure romance. It feels timeless, as if it has existed for fifty years.

The biggest hit of the decade. The marimba beat is so recognizable that you know it after one beat. It's sexy, playful, and rhythmically perfect. Here you hear his talent for combining rhythm and melody. It's not deep poetry, but pure pop perfection that makes your body move. A worldwide earworm there was no escaping from.

The song that started Ed Sheeran's career. A vulnerable, folky song about a drug-addicted girl he met at a shelter. The contrast is beautiful: a sweet, soft melody with ink-black, sad lyrics. Ed sings without judgment, full of compassion. The simplicity of the production makes the message all the more striking.

An ode to his youth and his friends back home. The guitars sound grand here, inspired by U2. It's a song full of energy and momentum. Driving 90 miles per hour down country roads you feel in the rhythm of the music. It's a celebration of growing up, making mistakes, and knowing where you come from.

The closer of his debut album and a fan favorite. The song starts quietly, but builds to an intense, almost desperate climax. Ed pleads here for love, and you believe him. The way he uses his voice and guitar to build tension is masterful. Live this often turns into a sing-along ritual with the entire audience.

Nostalgia to the core. A song about holding onto memories and love from a distance. The melody builds slowly, from whisper-quiet to a grand chorus. You feel the pain of missing, but also the comfort of memories. It's an acoustic ballad made to drift away to. Simple, effective, and straight to the heart.

Written for the film The Hobbit. Ed played almost every instrument himself. The atmosphere is dark, folky, and ominous. His voice sounds raw and full of emotion, fitting the apocalyptic scenario of the film. The acoustic guitar loop is hypnotic. It's one of his most credible and atmospheric songs, far from polished pop.

Ed goes to the dance floor. This song marks a new sound with clear 1980s synthpop influences. The beat is tight and compelling. It's about nights that last too long and wrong choices. Despite the dark lyrics, the music is euphoric and energetic. It proves he can also score huge hits without his acoustic guitar.

One of his early hits that perfectly shows his talent for melody. It's a sweet, sincere song about building a relationship, brick by brick. The production is still relatively modest, allowing his voice to come through well. The chorus is an instant earworm. It has that typical, sympathetic Ed vibe: hopeful and a bit awkward in love.