The story of Ed Sheeran
Chapter 1
From busking to arenas
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Chapter 2
The mathematics of hit songwriting
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Chapter 3
Records broken and global tours
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Chapter 4
Beyond the stage
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Master of The story of Ed Sheeran
Ch 2 · The mathematics of hit songwriting
Fun Fact
Speed writing: Ed Sheeran co-wrote his massive hit song 'Shape of You' in just 90 minutes during a studio session with producer Steve Mac.
Glossary
chord progression (noun)
A succession of musical chords played in a specific sequence to establish a song's harmonic structure. In 2023, Ed Sheeran successfully defended his use of a standard progression in a Manhattan federal court.
A succession of musical chords played in a specific sequence to establish a song's harmonic structure. In 2023, Ed Sheeran successfully defended his use of a standard progression in a Manhattan federal court.
Quiz
Which song did Ed Sheeran originally write for Rihanna before deciding to record it himself?