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

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  1. Positive: 312 out of 780
  2. Mixed: 132 out of 780
  3. Negative: 336 out of 780
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  1. Jerbinrg
    Jun 8, 2023
    10
    A new world from Ed Sheeran.The songs music and lyrics are perfectly synchronise with the mood .
  2. SebastianK95
    Oct 10, 2022
    10
    amazing album! the initial singles were followed up by some great tracks in the album too...
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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.
  7. 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
  8. 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!
  9. 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
  10. 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.
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. yeet69420
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Dude, this album is one of my favourites! Ed Sheeran doesn't have one bad song.
  16. 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.
  17. 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.
  18. 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.
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. AngieB019
    Oct 11, 2019
    10
    El mejor trabajo de Ed hasta ahora, buenas letras, ritmos variados e himnos como Shape of you y Perfect
  22. 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
  23. 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.
  24. 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
  25. 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.
  26. nicolasfederick
    May 22, 2018
    10
    divide is gold people .....................................................
  27. 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.
  28. 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.
  29. 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.
  30. 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!
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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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