Ed Sheeran wasn’t born into fame. The red-haired boy from Halifax, England, played music on London’s streets, slept on sofas, and played small gigs for little money. Without a record label or connections, just his guitar and his grit, he pursued a dream.
Inspired by Damien Rice, Ed began writing songs at an early age and moved to London at 16. Homeless at times, he performed tirelessly, playing over 300 shows a year. His breakthrough came in 2010 when Jamie Foxx discovered his music and offered him accommodation and studio time in Los Angeles.
Shortly thereafter, Ed’s No. 5 Collaborations Project made waves, leading to his major-label debut, Plus, in 2011. Hits like “The A Team” and “Lego House” made him a star. By 2014, he was packing arenas and collaborating with artists like Taylor Swift and Eminem. With hit albums like “Multiply and Divide” and chart-topping hits like “Shape of You,” Ed Sheeran proved that talent and perseverance can turn a street performer into a global icon.