Sheeran - Thinking Out Loud: Ed

The song uses a "heartbeat" rhythm. It mimics 70s soul (think Marvin Gaye). Chord Progression The main loop for the and Chorus : D – D/F# – G – A It’s a simple I - I/III - IV - V progression. Key Elements The "Slap": The percussive guitar hit on beats 2 and 4.

🎸 Quick Summary September 2014 Album: × (Multiply) Genre: Blue-eyed soul, romantic ballad Key: D Major Tempo: 79 BPM 📖 Background & Meaning Ed Sheeran - Thinking Out Loud

A bluesy, melodic break. It uses the D Major Pentatonic scale. Vocals: Ranges from a low chest voice to a high falsetto. 💃 Iconic Music Video The Dance: Ed spent 3 weeks training in ballroom dance. The song uses a "heartbeat" rhythm

Won "Song of the Year" and "Best Pop Solo Performance" at the 2016 Grammys. If you’d like to dive deeper, Analysis of the Marvin Gaye lawsuit (and why Ed won). A breakdown of the lyrics for a speech or card. Key Elements The "Slap": The percussive guitar hit