Ed Sheeran’s India Journey—Scooters, Sunsets & Arijit Singh’s Magic!

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Ed Sheeran has opened up about his deep admiration for Indian playback singer Arijit Singh, calling him “one of the most talented humans” he has ever met. Their friendship blossomed after Sheeran discovered Arijit’s music through ‘Tum Hi Ho’ from Aashiqui 2, which left him spellbound. Their collaboration on ‘Sapphire’, an English song infused with Punjabi elements, has captivated audiences worldwide.

Key Highlights:

First Encounter: Sheeran first heard Arijit’s voice in Aashiqui 2 and was immediately mesmerized, prompting him to reach out for a collaboration.
London Connection: The two artists met when Arijit was performing in London, where Sheeran joined him on stage to sing ‘Perfect’.
Creative Exchange: Sheeran played an early version of ‘Sapphire’ for Arijit, who instantly had ideas for instruments and melodies, shaping the final track.
India Visit: During his India tour, Sheeran traveled to Arijit’s hometown in West Bengal with his father, experiencing local culture, music, and traditions.
Personal Touch: Arijit taught Sheeran Punjabi pronunciation and introduced him to the sitar, deepening their artistic connection.
Upcoming Release: The full Punjabi version of Sapphire will be released in the coming weeks, with Sheeran sharing behindthescenes moments from their time together.