Ed Sheeran - Thinking Out Loud Guide

First song to spend a full year in the UK Top 40.

🎸 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

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. First song to spend a full year in the UK Top 40

Features Contemporary and Ballroom (specifically a modified Rumba). Impact: Helped the song become a wedding staple globally. 🏆 Fun Facts Ed Sheeran - Thinking Out Loud