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Track Listings
| 1. The A Team |
| 2. Drunk |
| 3. U.N.I. |
| 4. Grade 8 |
| 5. Wake Me Up |
| 6. Small Bump |
| 7. This |
| 8. The City |
| 9. Lego House |
| 10. You Need Me, I Don't Need You |
| 11. Kiss Me |
| 12. Give Me Love |
Editorial Reviews
So now there is the album, entitled +. "I'd like to say it's all about positivity, " Ed laughs, "but really it's just a cool sign that I love. It is also one step on from all the independent releases I have done. "
Ed's album was released in September 2011 (in the UK) and features a host of very special songs. "Small Bump" is a true story, with the most heart-wrenching twist, about a friend and her baby. "Lego House" is a love song that imagines a world where you can, ("pick up the pieces and build a lego house, and if things go wrong we can knock it down! "). "Wake Me Up" was written while sat, really drunk, under a tree by Jamie Foxx's pool (that's another story). "Grade 8" ("your body is my ball-point pen/ and your mind is my new best friend... ") sees Ed as a worrier/warrior with bloodshot eyes, his heartstrings being twanged by a virtuoso guitarist.
The truth is, there's not a bad song on it, precisely because Ed wouldn't dream of allowing there to be a bad song on it, he's that type of guy. As you will soon see. "I have slept on a different sofa every night for two and a half years so I can do this, " Ed says. "But the sofa thing can get lonely. I'm ready for my own place now; I'm ready for the next level. "
Ed's album was released in September 2011 (in the UK) and features a host of very special songs. "Small Bump" is a true story, with the most heart-wrenching twist, about a friend and her baby. "Lego House" is a love song that imagines a world where you can, ("pick up the pieces and build a lego house, and if things go wrong we can knock it down! "). "Wake Me Up" was written while sat, really drunk, under a tree by Jamie Foxx's pool (that's another story). "Grade 8" ("your body is my ball-point pen/ and your mind is my new best friend... ") sees Ed as a worrier/warrior with bloodshot eyes, his heartstrings being twanged by a virtuoso guitarist.
The truth is, there's not a bad song on it, precisely because Ed wouldn't dream of allowing there to be a bad song on it, he's that type of guy. As you will soon see. "I have slept on a different sofa every night for two and a half years so I can do this, " Ed says. "But the sofa thing can get lonely. I'm ready for my own place now; I'm ready for the next level. "
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
29 of 32 people found the following review helpful
By Technospaz
Format:Audio CD
I stumbled upon Ed Sheeran when they played The A Team on radio, and I've been hooked since. There's a rhythm in his music, candidness in his lyrics and a depth in his voice which are rare in today's music. If you like Jason Mraz or Howie Day (more the former), you'll likely enjoy Ed Sheeran's music. For a debut album, + is simply awesome. I enjoyed almost all the tracks and even the ones which didn't quite appeal to me, I still found pretty decent. Overall, I'd say that Ed Sheeran's the real deal. Unlike other new artists (of which there are many), I believe Ed, like his music, is here to stay! I can't wait for what else this talented artist has to offer!
24 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I happened to see Ed Sheeran performing on TV at the Brits Awards (where he won several awards, if I recall) in February, and really liked what I saw. I finally picked up the album the other day when I saw him live here in Cincinnati (more on that later). Sheeran had released a number of singles with great acclaim in the UK before this album came out last Fall in the UK.
"+" (13 tracks; 50 min.) brings Ed Sheeran's best output from those multiple pre-album singles, and a number of new tracks. When the opening track "The A Team" comes on, the immediate reaction is that this reminds me of "Damien Rice meets James Blake", and indeed a number of tracks on here are in that very same vein. But on a number of other tracks, Sheeran expands into further territory, even rapping ("Grade B" and "Lego House" among others). Other highlights include the UK singles "You Need Me, I Don't Need You" (with more rapping) and the last official track on here, the epic "Give Me Love" (it is followed by an uncredited track to close things out). This is an enjoyable debut album for sure.
At the Cincinnati show, Sheeran put on a blazing 35 min. solo-act (opening for Snow Patrol), where he worked with loops and creating a one-man band wall of sound, just incredible. He started with an amazing 10 min. version of "Give Me Love", inciting a crowd sing-along (mind you, this is the FIRST song of his set!), and doing it again on "You Need Me, I Don't Need You", just wow. If you have a chance to catch Ed Sheeran on tour, do not miss it! Meanwhile "+" is a promising debut album, sure to end up on my year-end list of the "best of" this year's albums.
"+" (13 tracks; 50 min.) brings Ed Sheeran's best output from those multiple pre-album singles, and a number of new tracks. When the opening track "The A Team" comes on, the immediate reaction is that this reminds me of "Damien Rice meets James Blake", and indeed a number of tracks on here are in that very same vein. But on a number of other tracks, Sheeran expands into further territory, even rapping ("Grade B" and "Lego House" among others). Other highlights include the UK singles "You Need Me, I Don't Need You" (with more rapping) and the last official track on here, the epic "Give Me Love" (it is followed by an uncredited track to close things out). This is an enjoyable debut album for sure.
At the Cincinnati show, Sheeran put on a blazing 35 min. solo-act (opening for Snow Patrol), where he worked with loops and creating a one-man band wall of sound, just incredible. He started with an amazing 10 min. version of "Give Me Love", inciting a crowd sing-along (mind you, this is the FIRST song of his set!), and doing it again on "You Need Me, I Don't Need You", just wow. If you have a chance to catch Ed Sheeran on tour, do not miss it! Meanwhile "+" is a promising debut album, sure to end up on my year-end list of the "best of" this year's albums.
16 of 22 people found the following review helpful
By sabre2222
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I was very pleased with my selection of Ed Sheeran's + cd. At first I was a little disappointed in all the slow ballads, but the more I listened to the cd, the more I really began to appreciate this talented young and upcoming star's style. Now, I love this cd and would not change a single thing. I cannot get enough of listening to it!! I highly recommend it if you are a fan of Jason Mratz, Bruno Mars, Adele, and similar styles of music.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Julie Marie
Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase
I have been enraptured with Ed Sheeran's music for about a year now and I have been waiting anxiously for this album to comes to the States and immediately purchased it as soon as it was available. At first I was afraid that I built his album up in my head due to my excitement but after listening to it several times, I can safely say that "+" is truly an incredible work of art!
There is a healthy mix of ballads and faster songs, so you never feel like the album is too slow or too fast and there is a wonderful simplicity to how he forms his music and builds it up with his lyrics and beats. I really appreciate the lyrical content and the meanings behind all of his songs.
I cannot recommend this album enough to everyone, please if you're not sure about it just take a small leap of faith and buy it, you will not be disappointed!
There is a healthy mix of ballads and faster songs, so you never feel like the album is too slow or too fast and there is a wonderful simplicity to how he forms his music and builds it up with his lyrics and beats. I really appreciate the lyrical content and the meanings behind all of his songs.
I cannot recommend this album enough to everyone, please if you're not sure about it just take a small leap of faith and buy it, you will not be disappointed!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Z. Flohr
Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase
He artfully crafts a great album of unique and beautiful music that is so relaxing. The lyrics are very deep and meaningful. Some profanity but overall, a really good album
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By kt
Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase
I love Lego House, and Sunburn (which kind of reminds me of Tracy Chapman's Fast Car). Great variety on this album, so glad I bought it. Easily several favorites on it - the sound is one that is hard to get sick of ... a chronic problem with CD's even from great artists .. you get sick of their sound by track 11. Not here.
My husband really likes Grade 8. My 2 year-old twins like to rock out to the song as well. (Another reason this deserves 5*'s... they are so cute when they dance!)
Thanks Ed.
My husband really likes Grade 8. My 2 year-old twins like to rock out to the song as well. (Another reason this deserves 5*'s... they are so cute when they dance!)
Thanks Ed.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Danielle
Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase
Ed Sheeran's songs are perfect! His lyrics are incredible. His voice and instrumentals are perfect! His songs are great for any mood or time of day!
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I happened to see Ed Sheeran performing on TV at the Brits Awards (where he won several awards, if I recall) in February, and really liked what I saw. I finally picked up the album the other day when I saw him live here in Cincinnati (more on that later). Sheeran had released a number of singles with great acclaim in the UK before this album came out last Fall in the UK.
"+" (13 tracks; 50 min.) brings Ed Sheeran's best output from those multiple pre-album singles, and a number of new tracks. When the opening track "The A Team" comes on, the immediate reaction is that this reminds me of "Damien Rice meets James Blake", and indeed a number of tracks on here are in that very same vein. But on a number of other tracks, Sheeran expands into further territory, even rapping ("Grade B" and "Lego House" among others). Other highlights include the UK singles "You Need Me, I Don't Need You" (with more rapping) and the last official track on here, the epic "Give Me Love" (it is followed by an uncredited track to close things oue). But I must say I was appalled by the slimsy presentation of this CD, with no credits or liner notes whatsoever (nevermind the lyrics to the songs), Sheeran's name doesn't even appear anywhere. That said, this is a promising and enjoyable debut album for sure.
At the Cincinnati show, Sheeran put on a blazing 35 min. solo-act (opening for Snow Patrol), where he worked with loops and creating a one-man band wall of sound, just incredible. He started with an amazing 10 min. version of "Give Me Love", inciting a crowd sing-along (mind you, this is the FIRST song of his set!), and doing it again on "You Need Me, I Don't Need You", just wow. If you have a chance to catch Sheeran on tour, do not miss it! Meanwhile "+" is a great and promising debut album.
"+" (13 tracks; 50 min.) brings Ed Sheeran's best output from those multiple pre-album singles, and a number of new tracks. When the opening track "The A Team" comes on, the immediate reaction is that this reminds me of "Damien Rice meets James Blake", and indeed a number of tracks on here are in that very same vein. But on a number of other tracks, Sheeran expands into further territory, even rapping ("Grade B" and "Lego House" among others). Other highlights include the UK singles "You Need Me, I Don't Need You" (with more rapping) and the last official track on here, the epic "Give Me Love" (it is followed by an uncredited track to close things oue). But I must say I was appalled by the slimsy presentation of this CD, with no credits or liner notes whatsoever (nevermind the lyrics to the songs), Sheeran's name doesn't even appear anywhere. That said, this is a promising and enjoyable debut album for sure.
At the Cincinnati show, Sheeran put on a blazing 35 min. solo-act (opening for Snow Patrol), where he worked with loops and creating a one-man band wall of sound, just incredible. He started with an amazing 10 min. version of "Give Me Love", inciting a crowd sing-along (mind you, this is the FIRST song of his set!), and doing it again on "You Need Me, I Don't Need You", just wow. If you have a chance to catch Sheeran on tour, do not miss it! Meanwhile "+" is a great and promising debut album.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars
I'm too old
This CD is definitely written for a younger crowd than mine. I only liked the one song that is currently popular on the charts.
Published 9 hours ago by Susan S. Edwards
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love all but 2 tracks, and even they are OK
For being so young, Ed Sheeran just gets it. He's talented, he writes good songs, and he plays good music. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Macadamia
4.0 out of 5 stars
Brit Rap?
Dunno if I have the genre correct, but the music is encompassing and lyrics sing to my soul. Ed Sheeran can host my party!
Published 4 days ago by ExPatriot Martian
5.0 out of 5 stars
Ed Sheeran is now one of my favorite singers.
This is a wonderful singer with mind provoking lyrics and he has a way of drawing you into his music. Great artist and look forward to more of his music.
Published 4 days ago by Donna Vendt
5.0 out of 5 stars
Ed Sheeren
This is a really great album from start to finish. I will keep look out for the next Ed Sheeren Album.
Published 5 days ago by We3Blessed
5.0 out of 5 stars
Surprising Awesome.
Purchased this on a daily deal from Amazon. Every single track on this CD is great. Would buy it again full price.
Published 14 days ago by Happyheartstrings
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it!
I have been listening to it on my way to work and on my way home every day. My favorite song is the hidden one #13 at the end.
Published 15 days ago by Claire
5.0 out of 5 stars
awesome
Best cd I have bought in a long time. It is hard to find albums these days where nearly every single is excellent
Published 18 days ago by SERE-9702
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good.
Great songs, but took FOREVER to download. Full album took like 20 minutes to load and I am very impatient
Published 22 days ago by Tammy Miller
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love this guy
Saw him first on the Queen's JUbilee concert and have enjoyed his music ever since 'Small Bump' is such a wonderful song
Published 23 days ago by Sandra Hill
