description Ed Sheeran - x Overview
x (pronounced 'multiply') is the second studio album by English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, released on June 23, 2014 through Asylum and Atlantic Records. The album blends acoustic singer-songwriter material with hip-hop-influenced production, featuring lead single 'Sing' produced by Pharrell Williams alongside the ballad 'Thinking Out Loud,' which became one of Sheeran's signature songs. It debuted at number one on both the UK Albums Chart and the US Billboard 200 and was the best-selling album of 2014 in the United Kingdom.
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When was Ed Sheeran's album 'x' (multiply) released?
The second studio album by English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran was released on June 23, 2014. It dropped under the Asylum and Atlantic Records labels to massive global commercial success.
Who produced the lead single 'Sing' from Ed Sheeran's 'x' album?
The lead single 'Sing' was famously produced by Pharrell Williams, who also provided background vocals on the track. The hip-hop-influenced production marked a notable stylistic departure from Sheeran's purely acoustic roots.
What is the musical style of Ed Sheeran's 'x' album?
The album blends traditional acoustic singer-songwriter music with heavy hip-hop and R&B production elements. Sheeran collaborated with producers like Rick Rubin and Benny Blanco to create this expansive pop sound.
What other major hit songs are featured on Ed Sheeran's 'x'?
Aside from 'Sing,' the album includes massive global hits like 'Thinking Out Loud' and 'Don't'. These tracks helped the album win the Brit Award for British Album of the Year in 2015.
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