Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran, born on February 17, 1991, in Halifax, West Yorkshire, is a renowned English singer-songwriter and musician. Raised in Framlingham, Suffolk, he began his musical journey at the tender age of eleven, crafting songs that would eventually resonate with millions. In early 2011, Sheeran made a significant mark by independently releasing the extended play No. 5 Collaborations Project, which led to his signing with Asylum Records later that year.

His debut album, + ("Plus"), released in September 2011, quickly ascended to the top of the UK Albums Chart, featuring the hit single "The A Team." The following year, Sheeran's talent was recognized at the Brit Awards, where he won accolades for Best British Male Solo Artist and British Breakthrough Act. His second studio album, × ("Multiply"), released in June 2014, not only topped charts globally but was also named the second-best-selling album worldwide of 2015, earning him the prestigious Album of the Year at the Brit Awards.

Sheeran's third album, ÷ ("Divide"), launched in March 2017, became the best-selling album worldwide that year. The album's lead singles, "Shape of You" and "Castle on the Hill," broke records by debuting in the top two positions on various charts. By March 2017, he had achieved ten top-10 singles from ÷ on the UK Singles Chart, setting a new record. His single "Perfect" reached number one in multiple countries, including the US, Australia, and the UK, where it became the Christmas number one in 2017.

With over two hundred million records sold globally, Ed Sheeran is one of the best-selling music artists in history. He has received numerous accolades, including being named the Global Recording Artist of the Year in 2017. His collaborative album, No.6 Collaborations Project, released in 2019, debuted at number one in major markets and produced three UK number one singles. His subsequent albums, = ("Equals") in 2021 and − ("Subtract") in May 2023, continued his streak of success, with his latest album, Autumn Variations, released in September 2023. Recognized for his influence, Time magazine included him in its list of the world's 100 most influential people in 2025.