Divide
by Ed Sheeran
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Mar 3, 2017
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4.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 780 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 312 out of 780
  2. Mixed: 132 out of 780
  3. Negative: 336 out of 780
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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
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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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