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
First Times
Ed Sheeran Lyrics
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Eighty thousand singing with me
It's what I've been chasing 'cause this is the dream
When it was all over, I cleared out the room
Grabbed a couple beers, just me and you
Then we start talking the way that we do
Little moments that pass us by
Oh, but I remember
The first kiss, the first night, the first song that made you cry
The first drink, red wine, on a step in Brooklyn
I still feel the first fight, and we both made it out alive
And I can't wait to make a million more first times
(Mm-hmm, mm-hmm)
The greatest thing that I have achieved
This four little words, down on one knee
Said, "Darling, are you joking?"
And I just said, "Please"
Ain't it funny how the simplest things in life can make a man?
Little moments that pass us by
Oh, but I remember
The first kiss, the first night, the first song that made you cry
The first look in your eyes when I said, "I love you"
I can still feel the butterflies from when we stumbled home that night
I can't wait to make a million more first times
(Mm-hmm, mm-hmm)
Ain't it funny how the simplest things in life can make a man?
Little moments that pass us by
Oh, but I remember
First kiss, first night, first song that made you cry
First dance, moonlight, in your parents' garden
I can't wait to see everything that's yet to be
Our first child, and then a million more first times
In "First Times," Ed Sheeran reflects on the experience of performing at Wembley Stadium for an audience of 80,000 people. He describes the excitement of achieving his dream, and feeling like it's what he's been chasing all along. However, in the aftermath of the concert, he realizes that the most meaningful moments of life are often the simplest ones -- sharing a few beers and a conversation with a loved one. He then reflects on the various "first times" in life, from first kisses to first fights and even the first time he proposed to his wife.
The song is a poignant reminder of the importance of cherishing life's simple moments, even amidst the larger milestones and achievements. It also explores the idea that first times are not just limited to youth -- even in adulthood, there are always new experiences to be had and cherished.
Line by Line Meaning
I thought it'd feel different playing Wembley
I expected a more intense experience performing at Wembley stadium
Eighty thousand singing with me
The large audience created an exhilarating sense of unity
It's what I've been chasing 'cause this is the dream
Performing to large crowds has always been the ultimate goal
When it was all over, I cleared out the room
After the concert ended, I left the venue
Grabbed a couple beers, just me and you
We had a few drinks together
Then we start talking the way that we do
We had a conversation, just like we always do
Ain't it funny how the simplest things in life can make a man?
It's amusing how minor things can make a person happy
Little moments that pass us by
Small happenings we tend to overlook
Oh, but I remember
But I recall them very well
The first kiss, the first night, the first song that made you cry
Memories of our first times are vivid in my mind
The first drink, red wine, on a step in Brooklyn
I still remember the first time we had red wine together in Brooklyn
I still feel the first fight, and we both made it out alive
The memory of our first fight still exists, and we resolved it successfully
And I can't wait to make a million more first times
I'm looking forward to creating new and exciting memories with you
The greatest thing that I have achieved
The highest accomplishment of my life
This four little words, down on one knee
The moment I proposed to you with four little words while kneeling down
Said, "Darling, are you joking?"
You were skeptical about my proposal
And I just said, "Please"
But I begged you until you agreed to marry me
First kiss, first night, first song that made you cry
Remembering our earliest moments together
First dance, moonlight, in your parents' garden
The first time we danced under the moonlight in your parents' garden
I can't wait to see everything that's yet to be
I'm excited about our future together
Our first child, and then a million more first times
Thrilled about experiencing parenthood and creating many more memorable moments with you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: David Hodges, Edward Sheeran, Frederick Gibson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Felix Lyrics
Lyrics:
[ Verse 1]
I thought it'd feel different, playin' Wembley
Eighty thousand singin' with me
It's what I've been chasin' 'cause this is the dream
When it was all over, I cleared out the room
Grabbed a couple beers, just me and you
Then we started talking the way that we do
[Pre-Chorus]
Ain't it funny how the simplest things in life can make a man?
Little moments that pass us by
Oh, but I remember
[Chorus]
The first kiss, the first night, the first song that made you cry
The first drink, red wine, on a step in Brooklyn, I
Still feel the first fight, and we both made it out alive
And I can't wait to make a million more first times
(Mmm, mmm)
[Verse 2]
The greatest thing that I have achieved
Was four little words, down on one knee
You said, "Darling, are you jokin'?", and I just said, "Please"
[Pre-Chorus]
Ain't it funny how the simplest things in life can make a man?
Little moments that pass us by
Oh, but I remember
[Chorus]
The first kiss, the first night, the first song that made you cry
The first look in your eyes when I said "I love you", I
Can still feel the butterflies from when we stumbled home that night
I can't wait to make a million more first times
(Mmm, mmm)
[Pre-Chorus]
Ain't it funny how the simplest things in life can make a man?
Little moments that pass us by
Oh, but I remember
[Chorus]
The first kiss, first night, first song that made you cry
First dance in moonlight in your parents' garden, I
Can't wait to see everything that's yet to be
Our first child and then a million more first times
bubblybillie1
This. Something special about Ed and just his guitar that finds its way under my skin and soothes. This is my favourite song on the album ❤️
Paul Christie
Tell me who’s a better songwriter!
Liv soyo
Same😍
DarkDoughnutsVids
Agreed
Ronny Njabulo
❤️
Gabriela Laparra
Me too! He sings my heart ❤
Bla0
this is the Ed Sheeran I've been missing for so long, literally got 'shivers’ all over because of how much it reminds me of my first time hearing Ed Sheeran.
TurnUpForTheLord
@G Siyaand visitin hours is like supermarket flowers (both about his mom)
G Siya
true , this reminds of little bird or like small bump
Sarah B
Absolutely, this song is my favorite, it sounds like it could be on + or x! I made a cover of this song if anyone wants to give it a listen :)