Divide
by Ed Sheeran
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Mar 3, 2017
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  3. Negative: 336 out of 780
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  1. danieldami
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Ed Sheeran did an album for the fans, not the critics, and seeing in the point the view of a fan, the album is very successful. Divide will be at the top of the charts in the next 2 years and Ed may change his direction at the next
    record, but this one is really good.
  2. iamluiz
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    This is his best album thus far. Lots of great songs. People giving it bad notes don't recognize Ed's amazing talent. I hope it wins lots and lots of Grammys.
  3. geeez
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Good album, with different vibes and tunes. The Irish, Hispanic and African vibes mixed with rap, folk, pop-rock, dancehalll/tropical house and pop are amazing. Well done, Ed.
  4. MatheusALE
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Divide soa como algo a brusco, capaz de trazer duvidas e certezas, assim e um bom Álbum. Dive , Perfect ,Galway Girl, são os ponto alto do disco, não podendo deixar de fora a balada How Would You Feel (Paean).
  5. noah_milanovi
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    the album is great and is in my opinion the best album of the year. the lyrics in the songs are beautiful. the production is really good and it includes different vibes and tunes we never heard from Ed before.
  6. bahpalta
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    This website is a joke. Bunch of Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Katy Perry, etc gay ass fans giving low notes thinking their faves make good music and because hate him, Gaga fans cause they think he shaded her but he didn't.
    So they dislike comments which aren't what they wanna hear. SMH!
    The truth isn't always what you want btw.
  7. S0BERB0Y
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    Ed's new album is incredible! Although the tracks deluxes are medium, the other songs show the power of sheeran with the words, whereas the singles until then are hymns to the ears!
  8. TheDoctorCZ
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    I like all songs in this album. Ed's voice is perfect and lyrics is good too. I understand that someone won't like it. I like all of his albums. Maybe it is generic, but I still like it because these lyrics are about life and that's important for me. He created them with love.
  9. paolo2587
    Apr 11, 2017
    10
    I love this album! Shape of you is an amazing hit and I can't help myself from listening to it a lot of times! the deluxe tracks are even better! Barcelona should be promoted as a summer hit
  10. vbnrtyfgh
    Apr 23, 2017
    10
    Excellent album with great songs and a good repertoire. The versatility of the singer and the good melodies. A conceptual album and that the charts reflect how good it is
  11. charlottexu
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    I just like divide as much as i love plus mutiply, it baffed me that many fans believe that divide can not compete mutiply , i think it's just as good or even better, also as you kan see so many user give '0' with no reason , haters gonna hate ,that's all i can say.
  12. Stefffan
    Aug 8, 2017
    10
    This years best album so far, that's for sure. Don't get these hateful comments on album, but whatever. "Shape Of You", "Perfect", "Galway Girl", "Castle On The Hill", "Eraser", "Dive" and "Happier" are golden songs.
  13. cyclone100
    Jan 6, 2018
    10
    An excellent album, and every song is fantastic. It deserves a better score.
  14. Sparrowsbride
    Jan 13, 2018
    10
    The best and most successful album of 2017! The album is full of amazing songs and I really love Galway Girl, Nancy Molligan and Dive.
  15. infinitywiz
    Feb 2, 2018
    10
    extremely awesome and critically-underrated album. deserves more. all the songs are great and the lyrics are very relatable and good. awesome! ed u did it again! gd job!
  16. nicolasfederick
    May 22, 2018
    10
    divide is gold people .....................................................
  17. DJBigBoy
    Sep 17, 2018
    10
    Isang album na tunay na klasiko. Ang album na ito ay naglalaman ng mga kanta mula sa magkakaibang halaga ng mga genre, kaya hindi lahat ng mga tunog ay tunog ang parehong. Si Ed Sheeran ay isang pambihirang tagasulat ng kanta, at nagpapakita ito sa rekord na ito. Ballad, disco, folk, at ballroom. Mga kumplikadong kanta, nang walang filler hindi katulad ng iba pang mga album. At ito ayIsang album na tunay na klasiko. Ang album na ito ay naglalaman ng mga kanta mula sa magkakaibang halaga ng mga genre, kaya hindi lahat ng mga tunog ay tunog ang parehong. Si Ed Sheeran ay isang pambihirang tagasulat ng kanta, at nagpapakita ito sa rekord na ito. Ballad, disco, folk, at ballroom. Mga kumplikadong kanta, nang walang filler hindi katulad ng iba pang mga album. At ito ay hindi lamang tunog mabuti, ngunit ang mga salita ay mahusay na nakasulat. Naaabot lamang nito ang kaluluwa, na pambihira para sa isang artist ngayon. May isang magandang dahilan kung bakit ang talaang ito ay nagbenta ng milyun-milyong kopya sa buong mundo. Ito ay dahil alam ni Ed Sheeran kung paano kumonekta sa madla, kahit anong wika, tulad ng Elvis Presley at The Beatles. Talagang natagpuan namin ang isang alamat.… Expand
  18. Leoxtreme
    Nov 1, 2021
    10
    Melhor álbum dele, as influências de Folk trouxeram algo diferente para o pop de 2017. Sem dúvidas um dos álbuns da década.
  19. AngieB019
    Oct 11, 2019
    10
    El mejor trabajo de Ed hasta ahora, buenas letras, ritmos variados e himnos como Shape of you y Perfect
  20. gii
    Dec 6, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. as músicas são extremamente PERFEITAS, só tem hits e esse álbum é tudo pra mim.
    Ed Sheeran lançando perfeições sempre e não choca.    … Expand
  21. J4u2004
    Aug 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Dope He Tried a whole new variety and guess what ? He delivered a banger.........:People just hate that he is overrated......Well that’s success… Expand
  22. tedsheeran
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Definitely the best album of Ed Sheeran. I love how it has an upbeat, ballad, and dreamy songs all in one yet the album remains cohesive and likable.
  23. poptartlet
    Aug 31, 2020
    10
    Another great album by Ed Sheeran and deserved to win a Grammy for best pop album. Plenty of catchy tunes, along with the usual deep cuts
  24. yeet69420
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Dude, this album is one of my favourites! Ed Sheeran doesn't have one bad song.
  25. Comingtotank
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    A very nice album to start with if you want to get into Ed. Lovable nice guy, and some certain pop fans are mad this won more awards then female artists. Criticism≠having taste. Give it a nice try. One of the best albums of 2017.
  26. Priyanshu_SHarm
    Aug 31, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is literally a masterpiece . Each and every single song is bop with different beautiful vibes . Galway girl , perfect , happier , eraser are my most favourites .… Expand
  27. Braydenoiler
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ed sheeren best album ever 2017 was a great year for himgggggggvhbvbvbbbvbbbbb… Expand
  28. theycallmevaz
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    Great album, with irish and british mixed songs, a lot of hits, songs with personal lyrics, it shouldn't be so massacred by the critic
  29. mariahsheeran
    Aug 13, 2021
    10
    Just two words: Absolutely perfect! It's a complete album with amazing songs. Supermarket Flowers, Perfect, Shape of You, Barcelona, Galway Girl, Save Myself, Nancy Mulligan and Happier are a must!
  30. RomiIsaiah
    Oct 3, 2021
    10
    Good album with position vibes, heartbreak tubes and loving up making it sound like a shuffle playlist but at the end it makes you good tune
  31. JoshuaTMN
    Apr 3, 2022
    10
    Damn beautiful album....... Awesome songs like hearts don't break around here, eraser, what do I know..... Possibly the best Ed Sheeran album
  32. SebastianK95
    Oct 10, 2022
    10
    amazing album! the initial singles were followed up by some great tracks in the album too...
  33. Jerbinrg
    Jun 8, 2023
    10
    A new world from Ed Sheeran.The songs music and lyrics are perfectly synchronise with the mood .
  34. ersildsherja
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    Divide is such an inspiring album. Perfect is a really potential ballad and songs like Shape of you make the album catchy. There were a couple of boring tracks that's why I gave the album a 9 but generally it was great.
  35. john1803
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    Good album. Beautiful lyrics, excellent production, the only bad track of this album is Shape Of You. Ed is proving that he is one of the best mainstream songwriters in the game right now.
  36. Likeabawz151
    Mar 14, 2017
    9
    Divide is a solid album.
    Many people/reviewers are complaining that it "feels bland". They find the song unoriginal.
    I have the dissagree with them. I'm going to review every song: 1.Eraser: One of those classic rap ed sheeran songs, a nice refrain, excellent rapping and in this case really cool background guitar music. 9/10 2.Castle on the Hill: This song does remind me of his older    Divide is a solid album.
    Many people/reviewers are complaining that it "feels bland". They find the song unoriginal.
    I have the dissagree with them. I'm going to review every song:
    1.Eraser: One of those classic rap ed sheeran songs, a nice refrain, excellent rapping and in this case really cool background guitar music. 9/10
    2.Castle on the Hill: This song does remind me of his older ones, it is pretty good, catcy, original but sometimes the lyrics are a step back. 8/10
    3. Dive: Dive is awesome, it is powerfull, direct and the electric guitar in the background is just awesome. 9/10
    4. Shape of You: This is the most catchy song on the whole album, very nice melody, but you don't want to listen to it too often because then it gets slighty irritating. 8/10
    5. Perfect: Perfect is a romance ballad, it's pretty good but the lyrics are sometimes just too much, and it isn't that original. 7/10
    6. Galway Girl: The mix of Irish melody's and rap maybe sounds weird but hell this is a good one. Galway girl is amazing, you really going to like this song. 9/10
    7. Happier: Happier is one of the more emotional/sad song, it builds up pretty good, couplets are well written but sometimes the refrain feels a little bit too similat to Sam Smith. But still a 8/10
    8. New man: You know Ed does those catchy type of melodies like in Don't, Runaway and Touch and Go, he does it again, mixes it up a little and it sounds neat. The lyrics are funny, everything about this song is catchy. But the bridge is something I don't like that much. Doesn't really fit. 8/10
    9. Hearts Don't Break Around Here: A nice slow, romantic song from Ed, reminds you of older underdog songs from him. Pretty good. 8/10
    10. What Do I Know: This song is catchy, and just makes you happy, the lyrics on the other hand are sometimes like in the Refrain: "love and unstanding positivity" are a little annoying but after a while you don't mind it anymore. 9/10
    11. How would you feel: Very original guitar/piano work, pretty good, nice "John Mayer-ish" solo. The lyrics are sometimes a little annoying. 8/10
    12. Supermarket Flowers: This song is about his Grandma who passed away, it's very emotional, sad. I don't really have a complain about this song I just think it's great.
    Thanks Ed for this album, and thanks to everybody reading this!    … Expand
  37. MigueleBotelho
    Jun 6, 2017
    9
    Divide by Ed Sheeran - Review by Miguelê

    Relationsheep Between the Musics: The purpose of the album is divide the kind of musics, so I'll gave a 7/10 because of this. I REALLY LIKE THE WAY HOW HE MIX + AND x 1. Eraser: I hope a little more for the begaining of the album, but I like too much this song 8/10 2. Castle On The Hill: good choose for "promocional" single! i love this song!    Divide by Ed Sheeran - Review by Miguelê

    Relationsheep Between the Musics: The purpose of the album is divide the kind of musics, so I'll gave a 7/10 because of this. I REALLY LIKE THE WAY HOW HE MIX + AND x
    1. Eraser: I hope a little more for the begaining of the album, but I like too much this song 8/10
    2. Castle On The Hill: good choose for "promocional" single! i love this song! 10/10
    3. Dive: The best song of the album! Wounderful! I like a lot! 10/10
    4. Shape Of You: Good first single!!! I like very much! 9/10
    5. Perfect: One of the best songs of Divide! Very good! 10/10
    6. Galway Girl: Good one. I like! 9/10
    7. Happier: Wounderful song!! I love it!! Amazing! 10/10
    8. New Man: I like very much! 9/10
    9. Hearts Don't Break Around Here: Very good! I love this! Very cute... Sounds like plus 10/10
    10. What Do I Know: It's good, not very good. But I like the letter! 7/10
    11. How Would You Feel: Good one. 8/10
    12. Supermaket Flowers: Beautyful song! One of the best! 10/10

    Final note: 9    … Expand
  38. sosa1799
    Oct 9, 2017
    9
    This album is being massively underrated. While it’s not as consistently good as x, this album contains some of Sheeran’s best work. What Do I Know is the only song that I cannot honestly say I don’t like. If anyone is turned off because of Shape of You, rest assured, that is only one song, and it doesn't sound like it. Having said that, I do like that song, in part because it representsThis album is being massively underrated. While it’s not as consistently good as x, this album contains some of Sheeran’s best work. What Do I Know is the only song that I cannot honestly say I don’t like. If anyone is turned off because of Shape of You, rest assured, that is only one song, and it doesn't sound like it. Having said that, I do like that song, in part because it represents Sheeran’s continued expansion of his sound. He continues some hip-hop, as well as experimenting with U2-esque anthem rock, acoustic and piano ballads, tropical house pop, and Irish folk (if you get the deluxe version, it includes even more sounds). His voice continues to be a huge selling point, none more evident than on songs like Dive and Castle on the Hill. Arguably his best love ballad (Sheeran’s bread and butter) is Perfect, which is one of the highlights of this album. The others are Castle on the Hill, Supermarket Flowers, and my personal favorite song of all time, Galway Girl.… Expand
  39. TheCriticReview
    Nov 17, 2017
    9
    This year's best album so far, that's for sure. Don't get these hateful comments on an album, but whatever. "Shape Of You", "Perfect", "Galway Girl", "Castle On The Hill", "Eraser", "Dive" and "Happier" are golden songs.
  40. BastianCritic
    Jan 9, 2018
    9
    el album cuenta con canciones sentimentales y felices pasando de una a otra emocion desde eraser a save myself el album narra felicidad o como lograrla
  41. NolanLundgaard
    Apr 6, 2020
    9
    ÷ by Ed Sheeran: 8.50

    Eraser: 1 :) Castle on the Hill: 1 :) Dive: 1 :) Shape of You: 0.25 Perfect: 1 :) Galway Girl: 1 :) Happier: 1 New Man: 0.75 Hearts Don’t Break Around Here: 1 What Do I Know?: 1 :) How Would You Feel (Paean): 0.75 Supermarket Flowers: 1! Barcelona: 1 :) Bibia Be Ye Ye: 1 :) Nancy Mulligan: 1 :) Save Myself: 1 14.75/16 ~ .922 -> 8.50 Everyone    ÷ by Ed Sheeran: 8.50

    Eraser: 1 :)
    Castle on the Hill: 1 :)
    Dive: 1 :)
    Shape of You: 0.25
    Perfect: 1 :)
    Galway Girl: 1 :)
    Happier: 1
    New Man: 0.75
    Hearts Don’t Break Around Here: 1
    What Do I Know?: 1 :)
    How Would You Feel (Paean): 0.75
    Supermarket Flowers: 1!
    Barcelona: 1 :)
    Bibia Be Ye Ye: 1 :)
    Nancy Mulligan: 1 :)
    Save Myself: 1

    14.75/16 ~ .922 -> 8.50

    Everyone should LOVE this album, since it is Ed Sheeran’s best work. I’m still blown away by it. Sheeran retained his lyrical creativity, as can be seen in more tracks than not, while still coming out with an evolved style of music. Divide is a little more poppy, and that part of it is fun. That being said, ÷ isn’t all pop. He continues his rappy style with Eraser and Galway Girl, and I’m not even sure how to classify Supermarket Flowers, besides that it nearly brought tears to my eyes, it was so beautiful. If you’re reading this review, you are probably thinking of something that I’m overlooking. Don’t worry, I haven’t forgotten about it: Shape of You. Absolutely awful. This song lowered ÷'s score enough so that it didn’t get a Perfect (haha) score. It’s a fun poppy song on the surface, but once you reach the chorus it becomes repetitive, annoying, and kind of a nasty song. Where was Sheeran’s creativity when writing this? I hope he doesn’t become primarily known for this song, especially when 94% of this album is fantastic. Sheeran’s album score keeps improving with each one he releases, so I’m really excited for Subtract when it comes out. Highlights: Eraser, Castle on the Hill, Dive, Perfect, Galway Girl, Happier, Hearts Don’t Break Around Here, What Do I Know, Supermarket Flowers, Barcelona, Bibia Be Ye Ye, Nancy Mulligan, and Save Myself.    … Expand
  42. DCMusicFan
    Oct 3, 2018
    9
    May not be the most original artist, but Ed Sheeran is one friendly, talented chap. And the songs here just JAM.
  43. Dillon123
    Jun 3, 2017
    8
    Though Ed Sheeran has now completely translated to a pop sound, evident through songs like "Shape of You, New Man and Galway Girl", this album is full of bangers that make Ed an even bigger tour de force than he had become on Multiply.

    Track by track review Eraser - 8.5/10 Castle on a Hill - 8.5 Dive - 9.5 Shape of You - 9 Perfect - 9 Galway Girl - 8 Happier - 7.5 New Man - 6    Though Ed Sheeran has now completely translated to a pop sound, evident through songs like "Shape of You, New Man and Galway Girl", this album is full of bangers that make Ed an even bigger tour de force than he had become on Multiply.

    Track by track review
    Eraser - 8.5/10
    Castle on a Hill - 8.5
    Dive - 9.5
    Shape of You - 9
    Perfect - 9
    Galway Girl - 8
    Happier - 7.5
    New Man - 6
    Hearts Don’t Break Around Here - 8.5
    What Do I Know? - 7.5
    How Would You Feel - 7.5
    Supermarker Flowers - 8.5
    Barcelona - 8.5
    Bibia Ye Ye - 8
    Nancy Mulligan - 7.5
    Save Myself - 8.5

    Overall, not a classic album like Multiply, but still a solid record from Ed with more hits than he's ever had on an album.    … Expand
  44. MrMrianit500
    Mar 3, 2017
    8
    It is quite a step away from what his previous albums have been like but at the same time he has gone back to his the types of songs he did previous year like 'Eraser' having that very British rapping that had on songs like 'Don't and 'You Know Me, But I Don't Know You'.

    You can tell that this album is very cultured due to the production of songs on this album like 'Galway Girl' and    It is quite a step away from what his previous albums have been like but at the same time he has gone back to his the types of songs he did previous year like 'Eraser' having that very British rapping that had on songs like 'Don't and 'You Know Me, But I Don't Know You'.

    You can tell that this album is very cultured due to the production of songs on this album like 'Galway Girl' and 'Nancy Mulligan' which is very Irish since he collaborated with Irish trad/folk group, Beoga and 'Barcelona' a very uptempo track about the city itself and being free in it.

    Judging by some songs on the album it is clear that this is quite an emotional album with songs like 'Dive' and 'Save Myself' translating Sheeran's raw emotion to not be led on by someone in 'Dive' and not being taken for granted by other people and look after yourself.

    Overall, this album is really good, with standout tracks that you relate to like 'Save Myself' and 'What Do I Know?' the good old dance song like 'Shape of You', 'Barcelona' and 'Galway Girl'.

    Favourite Songs: 'Galway Girl', 'What Do I Know?', 'Dive', 'Save Myself', 'Shape Of You','Nancy Mulligan'
    Worst Songs: 'How Would You Feel (Paean)', 'Supermarket Flowers', Hearts Don't Break Around Here'    … Expand
  45. vinnynguyen
    Jun 17, 2017
    8
    Very similar lyrically and production wise to his previous albums. Most songs are memorable, catchy, however, the ballads on this album truly lack substance, as his limited voice range does not do him any favours. The ballads (with the exception of Supermarket Flowers) fail to evoke emotion, and the sharp shifts between energetic and ballads are quite questionable. Yet, there is no denyingVery similar lyrically and production wise to his previous albums. Most songs are memorable, catchy, however, the ballads on this album truly lack substance, as his limited voice range does not do him any favours. The ballads (with the exception of Supermarket Flowers) fail to evoke emotion, and the sharp shifts between energetic and ballads are quite questionable. Yet, there is no denying that this is an overall solid album.… Expand
  46. thedaywalker
    Mar 22, 2017
    8
    I do not understand all the bad reviews, and how they say it's generic... listen to the instrumentals, they are so much different from what he used to make, songs like Barcelona, Bibia Be Ye Ye, Nancy Mulligan, Galway Girl are more than just simple ballads, he travelled the world and incorporated the different cultures as his own intrumentals, he reached new heights instrumentally, verseI do not understand all the bad reviews, and how they say it's generic... listen to the instrumentals, they are so much different from what he used to make, songs like Barcelona, Bibia Be Ye Ye, Nancy Mulligan, Galway Girl are more than just simple ballads, he travelled the world and incorporated the different cultures as his own intrumentals, he reached new heights instrumentally, verse wise i can agree too that he needs something new, but he also went deep with songs like Supermarket Flowers and Nancy Mulligan talking about his family history, and then there's Castle on the Hill which you can't help but to start to remise on your old days... maybe i'm just too much of an ed sheeran fan not too listen to what others are listening, but this album his great… Expand
  47. kalasyn
    Mar 6, 2017
    8
    I'm a big fan of Sheeran and loved X so I was going into this with high expectations, and for the most part they were met. While I'm not a huge fan of the ballads on this album (Dive, Perfect, How Would You Feel), I loved some of the other sounds he threw on here, particularly Barcelona and Castle on the Hill. Eraser feels like it could have been on X, while Bibia Ye Ye is clearlyI'm a big fan of Sheeran and loved X so I was going into this with high expectations, and for the most part they were met. While I'm not a huge fan of the ballads on this album (Dive, Perfect, How Would You Feel), I loved some of the other sounds he threw on here, particularly Barcelona and Castle on the Hill. Eraser feels like it could have been on X, while Bibia Ye Ye is clearly something new. The album feels a little all over the place—though I think that's the point of the "divide" theme. It will be interesting to see if this album stays in my listening rotation as long as X did.… Expand
  48. laguns2011
    Mar 19, 2017
    8
    This album in my opinion is his best yet. The songs individually are very strong on here which in no wonder why all of them hit the top 20 here in the UK. Highlights of this album are Eraser,Castle on the hill,Dive,Shape of you and Galway girl. Happier however does sound like a Sam Smith reject.
  49. diamandiss
    Feb 26, 2018
    8
    Não sei pq o Ed Sheeran recebe tanto hate desnecessário, ele possui ótimas músicas nesse álbum como Supermarket Flowers, Dive e Perfect.
  50. chanloh
    Jun 23, 2017
    8
    From a fresh listener's standpoint, this album sounds more refined than his previous few albums. Loved "Castle on the Hill" and "Perfect" a lot. I am also glad that there are some karaoke-esque songs in there, which aren't overly rappy

    Yet, he needs to diversify and go beyond his comfort zone, maybe change his style a little. I guess.
  51. EgorRussia
    Jan 19, 2019
    8
    First of all, I'm so surprised to see THAT low score for Divide. I mean, maybe, excluding 3 huge hits, Shape Of You, Perfect and Castle On the Hill, this album is not radio-friendly, but Ed deserves more with this release. I find Divide very suitable for atmospheric winter evenings on the kitchen with your lover under the lights - and the sound of this album will bring you to the magicalFirst of all, I'm so surprised to see THAT low score for Divide. I mean, maybe, excluding 3 huge hits, Shape Of You, Perfect and Castle On the Hill, this album is not radio-friendly, but Ed deserves more with this release. I find Divide very suitable for atmospheric winter evenings on the kitchen with your lover under the lights - and the sound of this album will bring you to the magical place (in the best Sheeran's traditions). You will not dance all the time listening to the Divide, but this album is not about dancing at all. One thing that disappointed me - that Spanish melodies in the middle of the album. I mean, come on! It's not necessary to follow the trends of 2017 to create a commercially successful album.… Expand
  52. emiliosenn
    Jan 22, 2018
    8
    Smart album, presumptuos lyrics, beautiful sound, but still falls short compared to Ed's previous efforts. Formulaic and comfortable.
    'Castle on the hill', 'Galway Girl' and 'Supermarket flowers' save most of the album.
  53. Cristiana49
    Aug 30, 2020
    8
    I first heard this album back in summer 2017, and when I heard it the first time I was blown away. Before that I didn’t really care about Ed Sheeran but I think this albums for him as an artist pushed the boundaries of what he is capable of, as a songwriter and musician. The singles for this album are definitely not the best songs on the album, although they too are great songs, and that’sI first heard this album back in summer 2017, and when I heard it the first time I was blown away. Before that I didn’t really care about Ed Sheeran but I think this albums for him as an artist pushed the boundaries of what he is capable of, as a songwriter and musician. The singles for this album are definitely not the best songs on the album, although they too are great songs, and that’s only the best part. They’re are also many different genres of songs, so it’s the kind of album you can listen to all the way through and not get bored of. One of my favorites to this day… Expand
  54. bernizzy
    Mar 22, 2017
    7
    I really don't understand the hate for this album. IMO, this is much better than what most artists are putting out (Starboy...blech). Some of the songs sound repetitive/familiar, but his lyric-writing ability makes a good chunk of the album worth listening to. There's so much more to the album than just Shape of You (which was just made to get on the radio) and Castle on a Hill (which isI really don't understand the hate for this album. IMO, this is much better than what most artists are putting out (Starboy...blech). Some of the songs sound repetitive/familiar, but his lyric-writing ability makes a good chunk of the album worth listening to. There's so much more to the album than just Shape of You (which was just made to get on the radio) and Castle on a Hill (which is quite good). He shows his range by writing old tales of love in many songs and some fresher topics in What Do I Know and Eraser. Sure some of it is cliché, but singing about love always will be; at least it's something meaningful (again, blech, Starboy)… Expand
  55. spongeswift
    Mar 24, 2017
    7
    This album is ok. There's only 4 or 5 truly great songs, the rest really are alright or they are just bad. Not a bad album but for sure not Grammy Worthy.
  56. diegonelli
    Mar 15, 2017
    7
    Why does this have such negative reviews!?!? I mean yes, Divide is a monotonous album, but still it's Ed's style, what were you expecting? I still like his lyrics and voice.
  57. Deivide
    Nov 27, 2017
    7
    Album Of The Year... Melhor e mais completo álbum do Ed Sheeran!Sheeran voltou cheio de ambição e ÷ (Divide) é o resultado de alguém que se esforçou para impressionar.
  58. BlogCritic123
    Mar 6, 2017
    7
    A Good record. Nothing overly special but enough to enjoy. Sheeran can sing well. Decent production. Not much to say but it is overall satisfying enough.
  59. stgrunu
    Apr 4, 2018
    7
    It's a good pop album but it's nothing to write home about. It has some great songs that were ruined by radio play.
  60. Joel_Freecheck
    May 29, 2020
    7
    While still the same of Ed Sheeran, Divide is packed with pop gems like "Shape of You" and "Galway Girl" and is likely to boost Sheeran even farther into mainstream superiority.

    It seems Adele and The Weeknd have influenced Sheeran by keeping their latest releases the same style.
  61. punongbayankyle
    Mar 5, 2017
    7
    Rated it 7 out of 10. It has some of the best songs Ed has made on his whole career at the moment and his diversity is shown here. He entered the Irish influence in the mainstream industry and exposed it. Took some risks and it did surprisingly well. The album is great but x still stands out.

    Loving it though! :) Hear it now!
  62. TheKritikonCo
    May 28, 2017
    7
    John - I really enjoyed listening to this - I don't think I'll listen to it fully ever again however. There were a lot of standout songs on Divide (New Man, Shape of You, Castle on the Hill, Galway Girl) however there were quite a few dull ones too, and it seemed like there were more of the dull tracks on the record than there actually was. In my opinion, because the instrumentals to themJohn - I really enjoyed listening to this - I don't think I'll listen to it fully ever again however. There were a lot of standout songs on Divide (New Man, Shape of You, Castle on the Hill, Galway Girl) however there were quite a few dull ones too, and it seemed like there were more of the dull tracks on the record than there actually was. In my opinion, because the instrumentals to them were a bit samey, the bad parts all blended in with each other. Putting that aside, Sheeran is at his absolute best in terms of lyrical content - not many people come close at the moment.

    I would have liked Divide to have had more tracks like the album opener, Eraser - fast paced, rap-like vocals, and a simple instrumental - included, as for me this is what Ed is best at. It's one of the reasons I liked Plus so much. And it would definitely have made the record a lot more varied. In conclusion then? A well written and produced album that is strongest in it's vocals and lyrics, but falls a tiny bit where variation and instrumentals are concerned. But I liked it, as I'm sure the vast majority of his fans do too.

    Overall - 3.5/5

    Tilly - Oh Sheeran, you frustrate me. Such a talented songwriter but with no creativity. The songwriting on Divide is for the most part very strong, but with the exception of three or four songs, they all blend into each other. The Irish influences on Galway Girl and Nancy Mulligan were a nice touch, Castle On The Hill feels a bit like a Deaf Havana rip off, but a good one and Shape Of You and New Man provide a much needed catchy pop tune. How Would You Feel (Paean) sounds like Someone Like You by Dina Carroll and Michael Buble's Home had a lovechild, which could have been a good thing but ultimately feels like a stolen song. He has so much potential, especially with his ever growing fan base, but this album felt bland. Not that it matters, and not that he cares with the amount of money he's probably made, but I for one look forward to hearing something different from him next time. Good album. Nothing more, nothing less.

    Overall - 3/5    … Expand
  63. ultimatemusic
    Jun 6, 2017
    7
    I remember years ago when Ed Sheeran first stepped onto the music scene with his debut album, and I remember this mad buzz about him, but honestly, his music just bored me. He, at first to me, seemed like another guy with a guitar from the UK just trying to make it into the business and become this next egotistical **** The song ‘A Team,’ used to drive me up the wall, and I remember for myI remember years ago when Ed Sheeran first stepped onto the music scene with his debut album, and I remember this mad buzz about him, but honestly, his music just bored me. He, at first to me, seemed like another guy with a guitar from the UK just trying to make it into the business and become this next egotistical **** The song ‘A Team,’ used to drive me up the wall, and I remember for my brothers birthday I bought him the album for his birthday, and I felt disgusted buying it.
    Fast forward a few years and then Ed releases his second album and the songs ‘Sing,’ and ‘Thinking Out Loud,’ I surprised myself by actually finding that I liked them. I listened to a few songs on the album and decided that Ed had a few OK songs on there, but wasn’t going to be a lover of his music anytime soon, and that was that. Fast forward a few years later from that, and then he releases ‘Shape of You’ and ‘Castle on the Hill,’ and it just appealed to me that he was trying to release music purposely just for the record sales and not necessarily for the music and it infuriates me when someone has a record deal and doesn’t take artistry that well, so I went back to thinking he was that egotistical ****.

    I would just like to apologise and probably admit that I was wrong. This is the first album of Ed’s that I have listened to the whole way through, and I’ve been putting it off for days knowing that I guess I had to do it, but didn’t quite want to giving what I was currently thinking of him at the time. This album is incredible. It has a few minor bumps along the way, but thinking about the whole thing as an entire piece, it really is fantastic.

    There were songs on there that made me smile, there songs that had me crying, there were songs on there that made me think about certain experiences in my own personal life, whether good or bad. It was just a journey in itself.

    I love how Ed has not only shared some personal things within his music through lyrics, but also the sounds too. As people will know, Ed took time out to travel the world for a little bit, and he has obviously brought that to the music, and it pays off. Not only that, but he has shared with the world more about his family, and his roots, as you will notice if you listen to the album that there a few songs that have Irish influences. Another thing that I love about this album is how raw and honest the lyrics are. There are no cliché lyrics within this album whatsoever, and you can really relate to a lot of things this albums messages tell.

    It seemed at first that this album was just going to be an album full of songs that were radio friendly crap that you hear all the time, but actually it’s not. Ed has cleverly deciphered the things people want to hear, and the things that people relate to in their day to day lives, and life messages that everyone will go through and has put the two together to make people listen and really relate to this stuff and enjoy it, and honestly, I am one of those people.

    This is undoubtedly the best Ed Sheeran album, and undoubtedly one of the best albums released so far this decade, possibly millennium.    … Expand
  64. minhtri
    Feb 7, 2018
    7
    Every song in his album is very beautiful but so basic and traditional. Perfect, Shape of you is the soul of the album.
  65. raphaeldias21
    May 30, 2018
    7
    Loved some of the tracks like "DIve", "Supermarket Flowers" and "Save Myself" but there are some songs that are kind of bleh like "Barcelona" for example.
  66. phamhung211001
    Dec 12, 2020
    7
    Bien que cet album soit surfait, mais pas assez pour que les gens autour de lui disent que c'est une poubelle, il a toujours ses propres bons points, et bien sûr, beaucoup mieux que la carrière de Justin Beiber.
  67. LuissDt
    Apr 8, 2022
    7
    Divide is not that fantastic but I must admit that it does have good iconic songs but as an album it leaves a little to be done
  68. eagleeyeviking
    Apr 1, 2017
    6
    Middling with a few great exceptions, Ed Sheeran's downbeat 'Divide' is a collection of generic ballads with each song having one nuance to stand out. The best songs are when he experiments with different genres, or delves deep into the lyrics. Unfortunately, most of his songs are simply bland love songs.
  69. ultimatepalmtre
    Nov 28, 2017
    6
    Some great songs on here, but the more I listen to it the more I realise that it was just a quick money ploy. The great songs triumph and the bad ones fall in comparison. It's a massive shame considering the quality of his previous album 'X'. However, this is still a good album with mainly the first 4 singles as well as Erazer, Dive and New Man.
  70. JoeWilliams
    Apr 21, 2017
    6
    Castle on the hill is kind a catchy and a bit honest, Perfect is far from a perfect song but it shows confidence, Supermarket Flower,Eraser, Gallaway Gir shows some okay-ish vibe of the album. Songs like What Do I know, Barcelona & Shape of you are just generic and average most of all cheesy. the rest of the songs on the album that I didn't mention are too dull, Uninteresting or bland toCastle on the hill is kind a catchy and a bit honest, Perfect is far from a perfect song but it shows confidence, Supermarket Flower,Eraser, Gallaway Gir shows some okay-ish vibe of the album. Songs like What Do I know, Barcelona & Shape of you are just generic and average most of all cheesy. the rest of the songs on the album that I didn't mention are too dull, Uninteresting or bland to talk about.… Expand
  71. danjenkins32
    Mar 20, 2017
    6
    I'm a genuine fan of Ed Sheeran, but this album is far too tropey and clichéd for my liking. Eraser, Castle on the Hill, Dive, and Supermarket Flowers are the strongest songs here and the only real moments where he seems to emote. I was hoping he'd incorporate more of the influences of the countries he traveled to on his year off here, and he did that more so with the songs from theI'm a genuine fan of Ed Sheeran, but this album is far too tropey and clichéd for my liking. Eraser, Castle on the Hill, Dive, and Supermarket Flowers are the strongest songs here and the only real moments where he seems to emote. I was hoping he'd incorporate more of the influences of the countries he traveled to on his year off here, and he did that more so with the songs from the deluxe edition. Barcelona I could do without, but Bibia Be Ye Ye and Nancy Mulligan are honest, upbeat songs that would have lent themselves to a standard album that followed the aforementioned concept of focusing on his travels and reconnecting with himself. Save Myself is compelling as well since, for once, he takes a hard look at himself and knows he has to fix his own flaws before entering into a relationship with someone. Everything else here is either "poor me, this girl left me and her life is better and mine is still **** or "I've found someone new and my life is glorious now!" Ed should have picked a lane and stuck with it, and written better lyrics for the "someone new" songs. How Would You Feel is the only quality ballad here, all the others just sound the same. Ed can do better and has done better, and I'm hoping he'll do better again on his fourth album. But given the undeserved amount of cockiness he's displaying in his interviews for this album, I'm not sure that he will.… Expand
  72. Kayno1
    Mar 4, 2017
    6
    It's a shame this album ended up being another love ballad collection. There are three songs in the whole album which give an actual message, but the rest are just boring love songs made for depressed kids that just lost a two day relationship. It's a shame Ed Sheeran has fallen into the realm of mainstream music, but I guess that's what fame does to very talented musicians these days.It's a shame this album ended up being another love ballad collection. There are three songs in the whole album which give an actual message, but the rest are just boring love songs made for depressed kids that just lost a two day relationship. It's a shame Ed Sheeran has fallen into the realm of mainstream music, but I guess that's what fame does to very talented musicians these days. Most of the songs also sound very much the same, as I found it a struggle trying to identify them at times. The three songs that are actually pretty good are eraser, castle on the hill and supermarket flowers, but the rest are unfortunately very poor, especially compared to his older music.… Expand
  73. fifi3
    Jul 28, 2019
    6
    An album that has aged very poorly in my opinion. It's flawed, overplayed and obnoxiously trite, but I will give it a 6 due to the handful of good tracks and the eclectic path Sheeran chose to attempt here. Still one of the better pop records.
  74. mynameisfrenz
    Aug 31, 2017
    6
    This album is not impressive like others. It's full of common lyrics and mainstream pop songs. Without personality, this album is so distant from the past two. Some tracks reminds to soul music, others to Irish music, others to alternative rock. But it's a generic pop album with some good songs (Happier, Castle On The Hill and Dive).
  75. PlugInBaby
    Feb 7, 2020
    6
    Very overhated IMO. Not as great as his first two (and I hate Shape of You), but some tracks such as DIve and New Man are great
  76. MARTINCARDENAS
    Nov 3, 2021
    6
    I would say that it is an average album that does not surprise much, there are several songs that save it as "Perfect" and "Shape of you" & Nancy Mulligan ". But" Bibia Be Ye Ye "is the most irritating song of the abum...
  77. andyn823
    Jun 6, 2020
    6
    This album is a little bit cheesy, mediocre and boring. It is not inspiring or impressive at all. I used to really like this album but after I listened to all the songs in this album, it turns me down. It is not a good album at all. I think that "Happier" and "Perfect" are actually best songs on this album that I have listened. These songs are full of love and feelings and they make meThis album is a little bit cheesy, mediocre and boring. It is not inspiring or impressive at all. I used to really like this album but after I listened to all the songs in this album, it turns me down. It is not a good album at all. I think that "Happier" and "Perfect" are actually best songs on this album that I have listened. These songs are full of love and feelings and they make me feel emotional. I love these songs and I think that Ed did a very good job writing these songs. "Castle on the Hill" is also a good song. "Shape of You", in my opinion, is overrated. It has catchy beats, but the lyrics and the music video, is weird and cringe. It has repetitive lyrics, not very meaningful. Most of the songs on this album are cheesy and they sound like they are written for kids or cartoons.… Expand
  78. longjetty7
    Mar 7, 2017
    5
    Divide is somewhat better than I expected it to be (not an Ed Sheeran fan, tbh), but it's still just a fairly average album. His strongest skill is certainly his lyrics, and there are some good ones here, but when it comes to the music his stuff is just really bland. There's nothing very adventurous or surprising here, it's just the same cutesy songs with his signature rap singing. IDivide is somewhat better than I expected it to be (not an Ed Sheeran fan, tbh), but it's still just a fairly average album. His strongest skill is certainly his lyrics, and there are some good ones here, but when it comes to the music his stuff is just really bland. There's nothing very adventurous or surprising here, it's just the same cutesy songs with his signature rap singing. I honestly have no idea how this guy is so popular. His music sounds so dated.… Expand
  79. tulietto
    Mar 4, 2017
    5
    The album is kinda disappointing, has some bops like New Man and Perfect but is totally forgettable; that Barcelona song is awful, looks like at some point the worst Shakira and Piqué are going to show up and Catalonia becomes Panama. Benny Blanco did an amazing album producing though.
  80. Music_Observer
    May 14, 2017
    5
    This is the epitome of modern musical plainness, with nothing but short market-approved tunes that overshadow any attempt from Sheeran to show ambition and leave behind a bitter taste to listeners who truly care about music. My Score: 94/180 (Deficient) = 5.2/10
  81. zabboo
    Mar 3, 2017
    5
    This record starts off strong with two songs about interesting and deep topics, then takes an immediate nosedive into the world of generic and rehashed love ballads, none of which are very interesting until Sheeran touches on the loss of his grandmother in the album's closing track.
  82. BHay
    May 12, 2017
    5
    I hate to say it because I am a huge Ed fan, but this album disappointed me. It sounds like he just put the most successful sounds from his last album and put them in a blender for this one. By far the most generic of his work, nothing new or exciting. Very pleasant music, but nothing special.
  83. DramaticFighter
    Jun 24, 2017
    5
    unfortunately, Ed Sheeran disappointed everyone with a generic and bland Cd, It was way too boring and there was no essence of him, I can ensure you that this album have been released by anyone. I still like him,anyway.
  84. ariangelfan
    Sep 19, 2022
    5
    a voz dele é gostosinha de escutar porém com o passar do tempo fica enjoativo, já gostei muito desse álbum um tempo atrás, hoje em dia não consigo mais escutar.
  85. Maria_isachaves
    Sep 3, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s not my favorite album however it clearly sounds good to majority of people I know. Sheeran has been creative with an mix of music styles as seen in multiply (e.g., don’t, thinking out loud, bloodstream, etc) but divide takes an interesting path within same style, problaby leaning towards something less romantic, thought I not sure. To finish it’s hard to deny that “Dive” looks like a bored version of the Thinking out loud and Happier a version of the Stay With Me by Sam Smith.… Expand
  86. chidime
    Mar 3, 2017
    4
    With the initial singles released (Castle on the Hill, Shape of You), I had high expectations for this album. I wasn't expecting to love every song, bu I was expecting Album of the Year kind of quality. I was wrong. This album is really flawed. I don't want to say it's bad, but it's bad. It's not bad in the sense that the songs are just terrible, but in the sense that Ed failed to executeWith the initial singles released (Castle on the Hill, Shape of You), I had high expectations for this album. I wasn't expecting to love every song, bu I was expecting Album of the Year kind of quality. I was wrong. This album is really flawed. I don't want to say it's bad, but it's bad. It's not bad in the sense that the songs are just terrible, but in the sense that Ed failed to execute properly on the vision he had for this album. Listening to the entire thing, I could grasp the kind of overall sound he was aiming for, but he failed to both create compelling songs to achieve that vision, and/or to create songs that are sonically cohesive. You might hear glimpses of genius (in Eraser or Bibia Be Ye Ye or Barcelona for instance) but that feeling is drowned by the realisation that the song doesn't fit or that it's potential was not fully explored.

    Overall, a very lacklustre album that has spots of potential that sadly never gets realised, and also sorely lacks focus.
    4.5/10    … Expand
  87. clei
    Nov 14, 2017
    4
    Such a horrible album. But I'm not surprised at all, his previous work is bad as well, only generic songs. I would call this pop trash, because that's what it is.
  88. bentheking
    Mar 12, 2017
    4
    Extremely generic and bland. The basic pop music needed to rule the charts without actually having any impact. The soundings of a sad work with blazing numbers!
  89. MR_headphones
    Jun 18, 2017
    4
    i like edd

    eraser: 5/10 i can't think of anything but gingers are the future of hip hop castle on the hill: 5/10 there's just something i don't like but i don't know dive: 3/10 boring shape of you: 2/10 perfect: 4/10 boring galway girl: 8/10 i really like this song but i can't think of anything to say happier: 4/10 boring new man: 4/10 way too full. that makes no sense hearts    i like edd

    eraser: 5/10 i can't think of anything but gingers are the future of hip hop
    castle on the hill: 5/10 there's just something i don't like but i don't know
    dive: 3/10 boring
    shape of you: 2/10
    perfect: 4/10 boring
    galway girl: 8/10 i really like this song but i can't think of anything to say
    happier: 4/10 boring
    new man: 4/10 way too full. that makes no sense
    hearts don't break around here: 4/10 boring
    what do i know: 6/10 idk
    how whould you feel: 4/10 boring
    supermarket flowers: 4/10 boring but sweet
    barcelona: 4/10 it's just nothing
    bibia be ye ye: 5/10 that guitar doesn't work
    nancy mulligan: 4/10 nothing to talk about
    save myself: 4/10 boring

    there's just nothing to latch on to here

    light 4    … Expand
  90. artur_azevedo
    Jun 5, 2019
    4
    With little exceptions, Divide fails to deliver freshness, as it can bore anyone who's not Ed's fan with it's repetitive themes and vocals, plus sounding very generic and formulaic if compared both with what's been popular for the last decade and with what Sheeran has put out over the years. His writing has no ambition whatsoever, lacking innovation, complexity or even an enjoyableWith little exceptions, Divide fails to deliver freshness, as it can bore anyone who's not Ed's fan with it's repetitive themes and vocals, plus sounding very generic and formulaic if compared both with what's been popular for the last decade and with what Sheeran has put out over the years. His writing has no ambition whatsoever, lacking innovation, complexity or even an enjoyable simplicity. If you listen to some songs separately they might not sound that bad, but going through the whole thing is just a painful, seemingly endless take.… Expand
  91. prestonhung
    Jul 6, 2019
    4
    'Divide' can be described with three words - simple, plain, dull. Although sometimes sentimental and fun, "Shape Of You" is a super redundant and annoying track, not because it is played nonstop on the radio, but because of how uncomfortable and intolerable the lyrics and melody are. Most of the tracks on this album are basically filler tracks. Just like Imagine Dragon's 'EVOLVE', both'Divide' can be described with three words - simple, plain, dull. Although sometimes sentimental and fun, "Shape Of You" is a super redundant and annoying track, not because it is played nonstop on the radio, but because of how uncomfortable and intolerable the lyrics and melody are. Most of the tracks on this album are basically filler tracks. Just like Imagine Dragon's 'EVOLVE', both albums are not a bit experimental and interesting, just two plain old albums waiting to be sold.
    Strongest Tracks: "Castle On The Hill", "Perfect", "Galway Girl", "Happier", "Supermarket Flowers"
    Weakest Tracks: the rest of them, especially "Shape Of You"!    … Expand
  92. gabrielcipriano
    Dec 21, 2018
    4
    The album followed the basic and generic Ed Sheeran, we have no developments or anything new that can surprise us or even improve this new album vision. I do not say it was a tragedy, but it would be like listening to the previous albums. A little bit and very disappointing.
  93. Alessio99
    Jun 27, 2018
    4
    Had to listen to this album a few times over to realise that it was a step backwards for Ed. A shame tbh but we still have + and Multiply.
  94. pauldiam
    Jun 24, 2018
    4
    Unoriginal, uninspiring, nothing special and definitely overrated. There are a few good moments but this is getting too much buzz and success without a valid reason. Didn't deserve the Grammy award too but i guess Grammys recognise the commercial performance rather than the quality.
  95. earlgreyrelief
    Nov 19, 2021
    4
    I've always admired Ed's talent for composing, but this album seems composed for a mediocre band or wedding singer. He's good but too overrated.
  96. dave40
    Aug 20, 2018
    3
    This cheap pop-folk album did not deserve grammy Rainbow was so much better and Shape of You was the worst song of 2017 along with D-E-S-P-A-S-H-I-T-O
  97. LKRATHOZ
    Mar 20, 2017
    3
    El nuevo album vino con grandes pretenciones de la mano de "Shape of You", una balada potente pero con sonidos nuevos y bastante comerciales e incluso bailables. Luego de escuchar el resto del disco me llevé una gran decepción, el disco contiene DOCE BALADAS, con sonidos repetidos, incluso similares a su anterior album "X". Es entendible lo de Sheeran, vino con un álbum que sabía que iba aEl nuevo album vino con grandes pretenciones de la mano de "Shape of You", una balada potente pero con sonidos nuevos y bastante comerciales e incluso bailables. Luego de escuchar el resto del disco me llevé una gran decepción, el disco contiene DOCE BALADAS, con sonidos repetidos, incluso similares a su anterior album "X". Es entendible lo de Sheeran, vino con un álbum que sabía que iba a cautivar al público teen, con letras genéricas acerca del lado A y B del amor, mas alguna anécdota de su vida y sus desamores, pero nada más.… Expand
  98. xosahani
    Mar 4, 2017
    3
    Too Generic. Except ''Shape of You'' whole album kind of sounds the same. Lacks vastness. Stands no where near ''STARBOY'' by The Weeknd or ''Sweet.Sexy.Savage.'' by Kehlani.
  99. Edduardo20
    Mar 15, 2017
    3
    I've always been an advocate of Ed and his talent for composing, but this time ... unfortunately you have to be brutally honest.
    This album seems composed for a mediocre Boys Band. Which makes me think that many songs originally were for the sixth album of One Direcion before they announced their "break" cofcofBreakUpcofcof
    Seriously, and so dares to talk about Adele or Lady Gaga,    I've always been an advocate of Ed and his talent for composing, but this time ... unfortunately you have to be brutally honest.
    This album seems composed for a mediocre Boys Band. Which makes me think that many songs originally were for the sixth album of One Direcion before they announced their "break" cofcofBreakUpcofcof
    Seriously, and so dares to talk about Adele or Lady Gaga, especially this last one of the most complete artists in the industry.

    Only two or three cancones save the album (their singles) the rest in mediocre.    … Expand
  100. mrslowe1
    Mar 6, 2017
    3
    I am a genuine fan of Ed Sheeran and going to see his concert in April. His second album was simply stunning. I was really looking forward to this album, I even got up a few hours early on Friday 3rd March to listen to it.... such a disappointment. I love the song Castle on the Hill and love how honest Eraser is but I think most of the album is so average. Some of the songs sound like wereI am a genuine fan of Ed Sheeran and going to see his concert in April. His second album was simply stunning. I was really looking forward to this album, I even got up a few hours early on Friday 3rd March to listen to it.... such a disappointment. I love the song Castle on the Hill and love how honest Eraser is but I think most of the album is so average. Some of the songs sound like were written for a kids movie and others for a boy band.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 17
  3. Negative: 2 out of 17
  1. PopMatters
    Mar 16, 2017
    50
    At best, we have a middling collection of songs that are going to sound great in a packed arena. At worst, it’s a pretty significant step back from X, and once the initial novelty of its release wears off, it’s unlikely to enjoy the popular acclaim or the longevity of its predecessor.
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  2. Q Magazine
    Mar 14, 2017
    60
    Listening to this third LP, you wonder if some of the good ones slipped through the cracks. [May 2017, p.102]
  3. Los Angeles Times
    Mar 10, 2017
    70
    As calculating as Sheeran can seem here, he understands there’s a fine line between universal and generic, which is why he gives his songs the idiosyncratic touches they need to stand out.
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