Ed Sheeran is winning over Indian hearts yet again. The global music icon recently shared a fun video on social media that captured his ride in an auto-rickshaw through the streets of Telangana. The location became clear as another rickshaw passed by with a Telangana number plate.
First-Person Perspective & New Track Tease
With a body-mounted camera giving a close-up, first-person view, Ed is seen beaming and waving at locals as the auto navigates the city. The video also features a snippet of his upcoming track “Sapphire” from his new album Play, which is set to release on June 5.
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Fans Can’t Keep Calm
The clip has stirred massive excitement online. Fans poured in reactions, expressing their love for both the local touch and the music preview.
One user commented, “This is gonna be THE SONG of the Year.”
Another added, “So excited for this! Sounds amazing.”
A humorous reply read, “Someone please give him an Aadhar card already.”
Others chimed in with, “In love with this song already!! Can’t wait,” and “Ed became more Indian than Indians.”
Sheeran’s India Tour Recap
Ed Sheeran visited India earlier this year for his Mathematics Tour. He performed in cities including Pune, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Shillong, starting on January 30 and wrapping up by February 2025.