Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 12, 2025 · Entertainment

Ed Sheeran's Play: A Leap Back into the Charts or a Plagiarism Plea?

Has Ed Sheeran been using Chat GPT to write his cheesy lyrics? TIM DE LISLE gives a limp 2 stars to new album Play

EXCLUSIVE: ED SHEERAN'S BIG MOVE! Singer's £70MILLION Empire Expands Across the Pond as He Relocates Family to America

The music world was abuzz with excitement when Ed Sheeran dropped his latest album, Play, but little did we know that this wasn't just a new chapter in the singer-songwriter's career – it was also the start of a major life change. The 32-year-old pop sensation has revealed that he and his family are relocating to America for good!

In a shocking twist, Sheeran has snapped up a stunning £9MILLION home in New York, marking the latest addition to his already impressive property portfolio worth a staggering £70MILLION. But it's not just about the luxury lifestyle – this move is all about the music, and Ed's desire to transition into country music. Nashville, Tennessee, has long been his spiritual home, and now he's making it his permanent residence.

Play: First, the good news: it’s better than Autumn Variations. It’s brisk and buoyant, which is impressive as he calls it ‘a direct response to the darkest period of my life’

But what sparked this huge decision? Sources close to the singer reveal that it's a combination of factors, including his wife Cherry Seaborn's health issues (she was diagnosed with cancer during her pregnancy) and Ed's own personal struggles. "He's been through a lot in the past year," a friend confides. "He's come out on top, but he's determined to take his music to the next level – and that means embracing country roots."

Ed's decision to move abroad comes just two months after he sparked controversy with comments about his cultural identity. In an interview with The Louis Theroux Podcast, he revealed that he identifies "culturally as Irish" despite being born and raised in England. While he was quick to clarify that this doesn't mean he's abandoning his British roots, it raises questions about his authenticity.

But Ed's fans know him for his vulnerability and honesty, so we're not surprised by his openness about his heritage. After all, who can forget the chart-topping hit "Galway Girl"? That song was a love letter to Ireland, and now Ed is embracing his Irish roots in a big way. "I feel like I might be the only person moving to America," he joked on the 2 Johnnies podcast – but we're guessing that's not entirely true!

The bad news is that his music remains a mixture of the good, the bad and the grumpy. He’s still apt to rap, unconvincingly

As Ed prepares for life Stateside, fans are eagerly awaiting his next move (pun intended). Will he ditch his signature sound and go full-on country? Or will he bring a fresh perspective to the genre? One thing's for sure: this is one pop star who's not afraid to take risks.

But what about his music? Ed Sheeran's latest album, Play, has received mixed reviews from critics. Some praise its "brisk and buoyant" sound, while others panned it as a "mixture of the good, bad, and grumpy." Still, with hits like "For Always" (a heartwarming ode to his daughters) and "Sapphire" (an anthemic sing-along), there's no denying that Ed's still got it.

And what about Cherry? Sources close to the couple reveal that she's doing fantastically well after her health scare. "She's a rockstar in every sense of the word," one friend gushes. "Ed's been her rock, and now they're taking on this new adventure together."

When he writes a love song, his way with words gets even worse. ‘We’re alone,’ he sings on Symmetry, ‘two silhouettes just touching skin.’ There may be three of them in this marriage: Ed, Cherry and ChatGPT

So what does the future hold for Ed Sheeran? Only time will tell, but one thing's certain – he'll be making waves across the pond with his unique blend of pop and country. Stay tuned!

ED SHEERAN'S PLAYLIST:

  • "For Always" (a heartwarming ode to his daughters)
  • "Sapphire" (an anthemic sing-along)
  • "Symmetry" (a romantic ballad – or is it?)
  • "A Little More" (a bitter-sweet tribute to a friendship turned sour)

It comes after the singer revealed he's relocating to America for the foreseeable future

ED SHEERAN'S £70MILLION PROPERTY PORTFOLIO:

  • A sprawling estate in Suffolk, valued at over £20MILLION
  • A luxurious mansion in Los Angeles, worth around £15MILLION
  • And now, his new New York pad – a stunning £9MILLION home in the Big Apple

ED SHEERAN'S CULTURAL IDENTITY:

Ed spends the majority of his time at his Sheeranville estate in Suffolk (pictured) with wife Cherry Seaborn and their daughters, Lyra, five, and Jupiter, three

  • Born and raised in England
  • Father John Sheeran hails from Belfast, Ireland
  • Ed identifies "culturally as Irish"
  • But what does it mean to be Irish – or British?

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