Sheeran began recording in 2005, which lead to the release of his first EP, The Orange Room EP. Sheeran also released two albums, a self titled one in 2006 and Want Some? in 2007 gaining little attention. After Sheeran moved to London and had done extensive gigging, performing songs from his EP and albums, as well as ones which he had recently written, he decided to release another EP, You Need Me in late 2009. However, it wasn't until February 2010 that Sheeran began to get noticed after he posted a video through SB.tv displaying his diverse style. This video led to mainstream rapper Example asking Sheeran to tour with him. Throughout 2010, Sheeran began to be seen by more and more people over the internet through [app] YouTube and his fan-base grew incredibly, with him also getting credit from The Independent newspaper, England football captain Rio Ferdinand and even Elton John. Sheeran released three EP's in 2010, Loose Change, which features one of his most known songs, "The A Team", Songs I Wrote With Amy, and Ed Sheeran: Live at the Bedford, a live EP recorded in October. During the year, Sheeran also went to the US, where he was discovered by international superstar Jamie Foxx, who asked Sheeran to perform on his radio show, which gained him some fans in the US. By the end of the year, Sheeran was seen to be one of the best unsigned artists in the country.
On 9 January 2011, Sheeran released his final independent EP, No.5 Collaborations Project featuring appearances by grime artists including Wiley, JME, Devlin and Ghetts. With this EP, Sheeran gained mainstream attention for reaching number 2 in the iTunes chart, without any promotion or label. He was listed as a 'special guest' on Devlin's 2011 'Bud, Sweat and Beers' mini tour alongside Griminal and Tinchy Stryder. Songfacts reports that after signing for Atlantic Records in January 2011 "The A Team" was released as the first single from his debut album on June 12, 2011.
Sheeran's debut album + containing the singles The A Team and Lego House is certified 6x Platinum in the UK. The album has also won Sheeran two Brit Awards for British Breakthrough Act and Best British Male Solo Artist. At the 56th Annual Grammy Awards Sheeran gained a nomination for Best New Artist.
He received further fame for contributing the track entitled "I See Fire" to Howard Shore's soundtrack to the movie "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" in 2013.
x the second studio album by Sheeran was released in 2015. The album went straight to number one in both the UK and the US. x has had five singles thus far Sing, Don't, Thinking Out Loud, Bloodstream and Photograph.
Sheeran recently was awarded with an Honorary Doctorate by the University Campus Suffolk (UCS). The ceremony is later this year.
Discography:.
Albums:
2011 - +
2014 - x
2017 - ÷
2021 - =
2023- -
EPs:
2005 - The Orange Room
2006 - Ed Sheeran
2007 - Want Some?
2009 - You Need Me
2010 - Loose Change
2010 - Songs I Wrote With Amy
2010 - Live At The Bedford
2011 - No 5 Collaborations Project
2011 - One Take
2011 - iTunes Festival: London 2011
2011 - Thank You
2012 - The Slumdon Bridge
2012 - iTunes Festival: London 2012
Singles:
2011 - The A Team
2011 - You Need Me, I Don't Need You
2011 - Lego House
2012 - Drunk
2012 - Small Bump
2012 - Give Me Love
2013 - I See Fire
2014 - Sing
2014 - Don't
2014 - Thinking Out Loud
2015 - Bloodstream
2015 - Photograph
2017 - Shape of you
2017 - Castle on the Hill
2017 - Galway Girl
Amazing
Ed Sheeran Lyrics
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I flew to Paris trying to get away, mh
I drown my sadness, embarrassed by the shame of it
But all it seems to do is magnify the pain
I wish I was a strong boy, head in the sand
If I were them, I would be the man
And my lips are searching for what happiness is
I'm dragging my feet trying to breathe again
Yeah, I'm trying to feel amazing
Yeah, but I can't get out of my way, and
Yeah, wish I could feel amazing
But this is all that I can feel today
I tore the page and I put all of my weight on it
So I could stop it trying to blow away, mh
The darkest days, well, I got all I could take from 'em
Starting to think it'll never change
I see my life is planned in front of me
And I don't need to do a thing just because I can
And my friends are talking like, "What's happened to him?"
I'm dragging my feet trying to breathe again and
Yeah, I'm trying to feel amazing
Yeah, but I can't get out of my way, and
Yeah, wish I could feel amazing
But this is all that I can feel today, and
Yeah, I'm trying to feel amazing
Yeah, but I can't get out of my way, and
Yeah, wish I could feel amazing
But this is all that I can feel today
I'm trying to think, at the same time trying to say something
Can't switch off my brain so don't meditate
Every time I crack a smile I can sense another tear coming
That's kinda weird, but what can I say?
I know I'm on the edge and one push of the wind
Will send me flying deep into the unknown
I guess this is the time to let 'em all in
'Cause nothing is worse than when you hit the low, and
Yeah, I'm trying to feel amazing
Yeah, but I can't get out of my way, and
Yeah, wish I could feel amazing
But this is all that I can feel today, and
Yeah, I'm trying to feel amazing
Yeah, but I can't get out of my way, and
Yeah, wish I could feel amazing
But this is all that I can feel today, yeah
Yeah, this is all that I can feel today
Yeah, this is all that I can feel today
The lyrics to Ed Sheeran's song "Amazing" convey a sense of inner struggle and emotional turmoil. The singer is grappling with an unidentified sickness, both physically and emotionally. The reference to flying to Paris implies a search for escape from the pain, while drowning the sadness and feeling shame only seems to intensify the suffering.
The lyrics express a longing to be strong and bury the emotions, wishing to adopt a mindset of ignorance and denial. The search for happiness is described as a desperate pursuit, with the singer dragging their feet just to find a semblance of relief. The repeated phrase "I'm trying to feel amazing" reflects a relentless attempt to break through the barriers of pain and emerge into a state of euphoria. However, despite the efforts, the singer remains trapped in their current emotional state, unable to fully experience the desired sense of amazingness.
The second verse continues the theme of struggle and endurance. Tearing the page and putting weight on it represents an attempt to anchor oneself and resist being carried away by the challenges faced. The darkest days have taken their toll, and the singer questions if things will ever change. There is a sense of resignation and acceptance of a predetermined or planned life, highlighted by the line "My life is planned in front of me, And I don't need to do a thing just because I can." The lyrics also mention the concern of friends, questioning the changes they have observed in the singer.
The final verse delves deeper into the singer's mental state. The constant racing of thoughts and difficulty in finding peace through meditation is mentioned. The juxtaposition of cracking a smile and sensing another tear coming suggests a complex emotional landscape, where moments of happiness are tinged with the anticipation of more pain. The singer acknowledges being on the edge and emphasizes the vulnerability of being easily pushed into the unknown. Finally, there is a realization that this may be the time to open up, to let others in, because being at the lowest point is a reminder that nothing is worse.
Overall, the lyrics of "Amazing" depict an internal struggle to find happiness and escape from pain, while also acknowledging the complexities and uncertainties of emotional well-being.
Line by Line Meaning
I caught a sickness and they don't know the name of it
I have been afflicted by an unknown illness
I flew to Paris trying to get away, mh
I traveled to Paris in an attempt to escape
I drown my sadness, embarrassed by the shame of it
I suppress my sorrow, feeling ashamed of it
But all it seems to do is magnify the pain
Unfortunately, it only intensifies the anguish
I wish I was a strong boy, head in the sand
I long to be a resolute individual, ignorant of reality
If I were them, I would be the man
If I were in their position, I would handle it better
And my lips are searching for what happiness is
I am desperately seeking to understand true joy
I'm dragging my feet trying to breathe again
I'm struggling to move forward and find solace
I tore the page and I put all of my weight on it
I ripped out the page and burdened myself with its weight
So I could stop it trying to blow away, mh
To prevent it from being blown away by the wind
The darkest days, well, I got all I could take from 'em
I endured the most difficult times to my fullest capacity
Starting to think it'll never change
Beginning to believe that things won't improve
I see my life is planned in front of me
I perceive my future to be predetermined
And I don't need to do a thing just because I can
There is no obligation for me to act, despite having the ability
And my friends are talking like, 'What's happened to him?'
My friends are wondering what has caused this change in me
I'm dragging my feet trying to breathe again and
I'm struggling to find my footing and regain my composure
I'm trying to think, at the same time trying to say something
I am attempting to process my thoughts while expressing myself
Can't switch off my brain so don't meditate
I am unable to quiet my mind, so meditation doesn't help
Every time I crack a smile I can sense another tear coming
Whenever I manage to smile, I feel another tear welling up
That's kinda weird, but what can I say?
It may be strange, but I can't explain it
I know I'm on the edge and one push of the wind
I am aware I am on the brink, and a small trigger
Will send me flying deep into the unknown
Could easily propel me into the unfamiliar and uncertain
I guess this is the time to let 'em all in
Perhaps now is the moment to open up to others
'Cause nothing is worse than when you hit the low, and
Because hitting rock bottom is the most dreadful experience
Yeah, this is all that I can feel today
Yes, this is the extent of my emotions right now
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Aaron Dessner, Ed Sheeran
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jeaneth
"Wish I could feel amazing
But this is all that I can feel today."
And that's okay, surviving is a victory in itself. Thank you for putting out relatable, comforting songs, Ed.
Anna Spitz
Exactly!!! I feel like I've been in surviving mode and I don't know when I'll feel steady, but Ed makes le feel less lonely in that thanks to his music
Albert Alfaro
Isn’t it amazing how Ed is making our night better with this new album? 😻
Samantha Ferreira
Yeah 🤩🤩🤩
Alas
It is <3
RubyLav
Quite literally coz rn it’s 5am, can’t sleep, so might aswell listen to Ed
highlightsvideopro
I'm trying to feel amazing but this is all I can feel today.
kleine salzfee
Not only the night!😊
Sarah Jane
I’ve never felt more connected to a song. I absolutely love Ed Sheeran
Antonio Santos
I needed this song so bad, it's been a difficult month and this songs is literally how I feel lately