10 Facts about Ed Sheeran

Monday, May 15th 2017. | Music

Facts about Ed Sheeran will inform the readers with the famous singer-songwriter from England. He was born on February 17th, 1991. His full name is Edward Christopher Sheeran. He is also known as a record producer, guitarist and actor. The birthplace of Sheeran was located in Halifax, West Yorkshire. He grew up in Framlingham, Suffolk. In autumn, he was enrolled at Academy of Contemporary Music in Guildford, Surrey when he was 18 years old. Find out more facts about Sheeran below:

Facts about Ed Sheeran 1: an extended play

Jamie Foxx and Elton John had their attention on Sheeran when he had No. 5 Collaborations Project released independently in the beginning of 2011.

Facts about Ed Sheeran 2: the debut album

On September 9th, 2011, Sheeran released his first album under the title + after he had a deal with Asylum Records. In United Kingdom, the album earned seven-times platinum.

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Facts about Ed Sheeran 3: the most popular single

The most popular single in the album is “The A Team”. The single was received Ivor Novello Award for Best Song. It also earned a nomination during the 2013 Grammy Awards for Song of the Year. Look at facts about Dean Martin here.

Facts about Ed Sheeran 4: Brit Awards

During Brit Awards in 2012, he earned Best Breakthrough Act and Best British Male Solo Artist.

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Facts about Ed Sheeran 5: the international popularity

Sheeran is not only popular in United Kingdom, but also in United States and other countries. In 2012, he began to catch the international attention.

Facts about Ed Sheeran 6: a guest appearance

Red is the fourth studio album of Taylor Swift where Sheeran part as a guest appearance in United States.

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Facts about Ed Sheeran 7: The Red Tour

Swift held The Red Tour in North America in 2013 where Sheeran had an opening performance.

Facts about Ed Sheeran 8: the second album

On June 23, 2014, Sheeran released x, the second studio album. In United States and United Kingdom, the album was at the top place. Sheeran won Ivor Novello Award for Songwriter of the Year. The album was the recipient for Album of the Year from Brit Award in 2015. Check facts about Eddie Van Halen here.