Divide
by Ed Sheeran
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Mar 3, 2017
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  1. 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
  2. Jerbinrg
    Jun 8, 2023
    10
    A new world from Ed Sheeran.The songs music and lyrics are perfectly synchronise with the mood .
  3. skylecrawling
    May 22, 2023
    0
    como pode ele nunca entrega uma coisa boa, realmente voz ele tem mas pra álbum é péssimo o talento
  4. j444cks
    Mar 2, 2023
    3
    a collection of my least favourite radio tracks. nothing particularly revolutionary. it was - somewhat - fun, however, to see how the singles exploded.
  5. SebastianK95
    Oct 10, 2022
    10
    amazing album! the initial singles were followed up by some great tracks in the album too...
  6. 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
  7. 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.
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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.
  11. 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...
  12. 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.
  13. 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
  14. 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!
  15. 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
  16. Zulebule
    Jan 29, 2021
    1
    This album is full of annoyed song that I hate every time I listen to it on the radio girl bye
  17. Panchogul
    Jan 23, 2021
    0
    El álbum más exitoso a nivel comercial y a su vez, el más odiado por muchos y el motivo se ve a millas de distancia, como por ejemplo, los aires de grandeza que Ed se daba en aquel tiempo, las horribles letras de la mayoría de canciones de ÷, en especial Shape of You, la cual es casi tan nefasta como cualquier canción de reggaeton y que se llevó los más grandes premios de la música cuandoEl álbum más exitoso a nivel comercial y a su vez, el más odiado por muchos y el motivo se ve a millas de distancia, como por ejemplo, los aires de grandeza que Ed se daba en aquel tiempo, las horribles letras de la mayoría de canciones de ÷, en especial Shape of You, la cual es casi tan nefasta como cualquier canción de reggaeton y que se llevó los más grandes premios de la música cuando habían álbumes y canciones mil veces mejor realizadas y ejecutadas que este enorme pedazo de basura, el cual repito, su gran éxito es innegable, pero sigue siendo una porquería.… Expand
  18. 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.
  19. 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
  20. CarLoL
    Oct 7, 2020
    1
    Ed Sheeran merece 300 grammys por fazer um álbum tão datado,genérico e básico assim,As mesmas baladas horríveis algumas canções legais mas super enjoativas.
    Algumas músicas parecem demos descartadas para o One Direction no começo da carreiras.
    Resumindo com três palavras esse álbum é Chato,Genérico e Datado.
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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
  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. 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.
  27. 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
  28. 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.
  29. 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
  30. 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
  31. cipriano
    Feb 7, 2020
    3
    I was hoping an album with quality is totally audible, but I was wrong. The album is totally flawed, it's not something that comes to be terrible, but bad. Hearing this, I could understand the kind of general sound he was aiming for, but he couldn't create compelling songs to achieve that vision, and create songs that are so-cohesive. There's a lack of focus.
  32. bonjourxz
    Jan 19, 2020
    0
    Ed Sheeran é um artista medíocre com músicas genéricas, não tem incremento e inovações em composições, instrumentais ou sequer relevância no cenário musical. Não só o 'Divide' - seus outros 2 álbuns ' mostram como ele só patina no mesmo lugar com sua arte e como ele não impressiona ninguém, o que torna suas músicas extremamente chatas e que parecem tudo a mesma coisa. PAREM DE DAR PALCOEd Sheeran é um artista medíocre com músicas genéricas, não tem incremento e inovações em composições, instrumentais ou sequer relevância no cenário musical. Não só o 'Divide' - seus outros 2 álbuns ' mostram como ele só patina no mesmo lugar com sua arte e como ele não impressiona ninguém, o que torna suas músicas extremamente chatas e que parecem tudo a mesma coisa. PAREM DE DAR PALCO PARA ARTISTAS RUINS… Expand
  33. 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
  34. AngieB019
    Oct 11, 2019
    10
    El mejor trabajo de Ed hasta ahora, buenas letras, ritmos variados e himnos como Shape of you y Perfect
  35. tekstel
    Sep 4, 2019
    0
    xdd de la rosalia de la rosalia de la rosalia de la rosalia de la rosalia de la rosalia de la rosalia de la rosalia de la rosalia de la rosalia de la rosalia de la rosalia de la
  36. jimmynecco
    Sep 2, 2019
    1
    Álbum péssimo e sem personalidade, não me conformo do Ed ter decaído tanto. Decepcionado
  37. 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.
  38. 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
  39. 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
  40. ThankUSweetener
    Feb 24, 2019
    0
    Very awful, disgusting and flopping album without conception. These albums must be destroyed.
  41. 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
  42. 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.
  43. 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.
  44. 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
  45. ewhite
    Sep 2, 2018
    0
    This album is TRASH. it baffles me how anyone can like this mess! There's NOTHING good about this garbage.
  46. 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
  47. alexc4761
    Jul 6, 2018
    2
    Divide is rather disappointing. Looking at Sheeran's other songs, it shows creativity, passion, and his inner emotions. Divide shows almost none of it. Besides "Save Myself" and "Supermarket Flowers", Divide is just Sheeran just giving in because of his fame. Majority of his songs in Divide just become unplayable after a few listen, because of how annoying they can be. He clearly thoughtDivide is rather disappointing. Looking at Sheeran's other songs, it shows creativity, passion, and his inner emotions. Divide shows almost none of it. Besides "Save Myself" and "Supermarket Flowers", Divide is just Sheeran just giving in because of his fame. Majority of his songs in Divide just become unplayable after a few listen, because of how annoying they can be. He clearly thought of radio airplay while writing this album, and his love songs are bland because of that. "Happier" tries to be as genuine as "The A Team" and "Thinking Out Loud", but it overall fails. It's just disappointing.… Expand
  48. JoanneGrant
    Jun 29, 2018
    1
    This album is totally garbage. When "Castle On The Hill" was out, I thought this would be a good album until I heard all of the tracks, I was poisoned, this album is the worst of the music industry along with Memories... Do Not Open by The Chainsmokers. I think Ed should retire and never make music again
    The only good song from the album was "Castle On The Hill"
  49. 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.
  50. 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.
  51. JaceNguyen2402
    Jun 16, 2018
    0
    I can't see why people like Ed Sheeran. His songs are becoming way too boring and annoying at the same time. This album is horrible.
  52. 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.
  53. nicolasfederick
    May 22, 2018
    10
    divide is gold people .....................................................
  54. rrreeevvv49
    May 13, 2018
    0
    A painfully generic and long album which features way too many songs that are just trying too hard to be a hit. The songs are all a different style and sound done poorly in a bad attempt to see what will stick.
  55. 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.
  56. 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.
  57. 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.
  58. DanShelley
    Feb 2, 2018
    0
    Divide is the weakest Ed Sheeran album ever, it lacks creativity and originality, the vocals are okay but it didn't deserve the Grammy's it got this year.
  59. 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!
  60. daviduwuxd
    Jan 23, 2018
    0
    really this music is fashion and is very basic and also the artist is pure fashion of 2017 its music does not have much potential but the only one that was fashionable and had success because people liked it obio is the song shape of you and perfect really his other songs are not good
  61. 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.
  62. 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.
  63. maydaysizzy
    Jan 12, 2018
    2
    Generic trash to be honest. The Ed Sheeran from Plus is gone. Shape of You is a terrible over-played song (the lyrics are the worst part of the song), Galway Girl is utterly annoying with its failure to implement folk into his style. Perfect is a cliche ballad with no substance. I can go on and on. The only song I like is Castle on The Hill. Its clear Sheeran set his eyes on commercialGeneric trash to be honest. The Ed Sheeran from Plus is gone. Shape of You is a terrible over-played song (the lyrics are the worst part of the song), Galway Girl is utterly annoying with its failure to implement folk into his style. Perfect is a cliche ballad with no substance. I can go on and on. The only song I like is Castle on The Hill. Its clear Sheeran set his eyes on commercial success rather than musical quality on Plus.… Expand
  64. sherlock765
    Jan 12, 2018
    0
    the most generic album to come out of 2017. the most overrated male artist besides justin beiber
  65. 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
  66. cyclone100
    Jan 6, 2018
    10
    An excellent album, and every song is fantastic. It deserves a better score.
  67. 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.
  68. 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.
  69. 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.
  70. 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.
  71. Wonderland28
    Nov 9, 2017
    0
    Reductive, uninspired and nothing that we haven't seen before on his previous efforts. "Divide" is a boring and plain album that offers nothing new or exciting to the pop music sphere in 2017.
  72. Clint_Eastwood1
    Nov 9, 2017
    3
    Даже не знаю,что сказать про этот альбом.Ну чисто альбом сделанный для маленьких девочек лет 10-17 которые ждут принца на белом коне.Короче-альбом полное говно .
  73. 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
  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. 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.
  76. poetsofswift
    Jun 25, 2017
    0
    I don't know how anyone could call him a good song-writer. Divide is by far his worst album: he is trying too hard to be catchy, all the singles that have been released are boring, generic, pop songs with awful lyrics.
  77. 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.
  78. 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.
  79. 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
  80. 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
  81. NETMUSIC
    Jun 16, 2017
    1
    How can people call this good or even mediocre. I don't like to swear but what the actual f**k is this? Dreadful vocals and horrible production. That's karma for you Ed you arrogant ****

    Best Song(s):
    N/A

    Worst Song(s):
    Galway Girl
    Nancy Mulligan
    Shape of You
    Dive
    Eraser
    Castle on the Hill
    Supermarket Flowers
  82. 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.
  83. fakeSean
    Jun 16, 2017
    0
    Another brain washing album that contains almost nothing in the songs themselves. I can see that the songs are really catchy, but overall the album does not deserve any praise.
  84. popstyle
    Jun 15, 2017
    0
    Sem novidades, sem criatividade, "Divide" do Ed sheeran volta com o mesmo pop generico de sempre.O apelo pelo relaciomento, ele mostra que escreve e lança suas musicas com o unico intuito de lucrar mexendo com o coração de adolecentes.
  85. daniilminaj
    Jun 13, 2017
    0
    horrible ****. hate this album.........................................................................................................................................................................
  86. DogOfWars
    Jun 7, 2017
    3
    Ed Sheeran´s "Divide" fails to bring the artist to any new directions and results in a generic, poorly written musical mess. While tracks like "Eraser" bring pleasnt reminders of great previous tracks such as "I´m a Mess" for it´s great lyrics it isn´t enough to prevent this from being Sheeran´s worst record so far.

    Overall, Ed Sheeran shifts from the "underdog", "hopeless romantic"    Ed Sheeran´s "Divide" fails to bring the artist to any new directions and results in a generic, poorly written musical mess. While tracks like "Eraser" bring pleasnt reminders of great previous tracks such as "I´m a Mess" for it´s great lyrics it isn´t enough to prevent this from being Sheeran´s worst record so far.

    Overall, Ed Sheeran shifts from the "underdog", "hopeless romantic" personality that made him great to "the guy she told you not to worry about¨", and it sucks.    … Expand
  87. 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
  88. 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
  89. art2503
    Jun 4, 2017
    2
    Unfortunately, but this album did not meet my expectations. Only Castle on the Hill and Shape of You are worth listening to. The rest of it is so dolorous, but good to fall asleep quicker.
  90. 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
  91. 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
  92. 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
  93. 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.
  94. xxsuckercandy
    May 3, 2017
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. lixoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo… Expand
  95. 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
  96. 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
  97. andrevictor
    Apr 13, 2017
    2
    Regardless of your style or musical career, every artist must have the need to renew themselves musically. You should not just cling to the trends or your comfort zone. And unfortunately this is the case with Ed Sheeran, who owns a collection of records with the same composition model, without allowing himself anything new. It looks like the leftovers of "+", his first album, went to hisRegardless of your style or musical career, every artist must have the need to renew themselves musically. You should not just cling to the trends or your comfort zone. And unfortunately this is the case with Ed Sheeran, who owns a collection of records with the same composition model, without allowing himself anything new. It looks like the leftovers of "+", his first album, went to his successor "x" and following with the leftovers to "Divide". But not all is bad, the first single "Shape Of You" from the last album quoted, represented a significant change becoming one of the most different songs ever released by Sheeran.… Expand
  98. marden32
    Apr 13, 2017
    2
    unfortunately this isnt a good album of Ed, I hope that the next album would be better than Divide and make a much better job, who make all world like.
  99. 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
  100. DangerousGagz
    Apr 11, 2017
    0
    Tragic. Generic. Boring. That's all I can say about this awful album. I can't actually believe I wasted my time listening to this. I was expecting more of Ed Sheeran.
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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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