The anticipation is high as Ed Sheeran’s upcoming album ‘-’ will be released soon on May 5. With the release of ‘Eyes Closed’, the buzz has gone even higher.
It is not far that Ed Sheeran’s new musical project will be at the top of the music charts as his upcoming album ‘-’ is all set to drop on May 5. With the premiere of the teasing single ‘Eyes Closed’, Sheeran is again creating magic in the music industry with some stripped-back musical experiences and events of life. This time he has come up with a more personal take rather than his usual poignant romantic style. Let’s admit the fact that Ed Sheeran is not the same person as before. He admits, “I have grown up, I am a father now”.
As a matter of fact, working with National’s Aaron Dessner has shown some effects on the musical arrangement. Aaron is also Taylor Swift’s longtime producer. Rather than comparing Sheeran and Swift’s take on alternative folk music; a close observation of the song ‘Eyes Closed’ shows that it is certainly more stripped-back than Sheeran’s previous works. Adding more reverb to the guitar along with atmospheric synth which is complimented by wind-like ambient noises in the background; this song definitely offers a captivating soundscape.
The lyrical approach in this track offers a more explicit and personal event of life and Ed Sheeran did a great job of reflecting those emotions. In this case, the event is the death of his beloved friend. Entrepreneur Jamal Edwards has been a part of his earlier works but he is not here anymore. As the singer/songwriter laments, “I pictured this year a little bit different when it hit February” a lot of listeners would say, “it hit me so hard”. As he recalls the memories, Sheeran keeps it real by singing “ Delusion is here again, And I think you’ll come home soon”. But, change is inevitable and seasons may come and go. He had to accept the fact too and eventually he gives in saying, “Everything changes, nothing’s the same, Except the truth is now you’re gone, And life just goes on”.
The portrayal of deeper emotions along with a unique take on music; ‘Eyes Closed’ is truly another beautiful number by Ed Sheeran that can stir listeners from inside. It is commendable how he manages to balance incorporating a heavy subject with an upbeat musical arrangement without overwhelming it. The song is currently available on Spotify, YouTube, and all the other major music platforms, waiting to hit the top charts again.
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Song Link :
https://open.spotify.com/track/07bsRv0pcpbG4zJeLsUs1p
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