Ed Sheeran Performs 'Azizam' Overlooking Old Delhi
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Synopsis
Ed Sheeran kicked off his India tour with a rooftop performance of 'Azizam' in Old Delhi. The song features in his upcoming album 'Play' and includes a collaboration with Arijit Singh. This heartfelt rendition reflects India's rich culture and connection.
Key Takeaways
- Ed Sheeran's rooftop performance in Old Delhi
- New song 'Azizam' part of upcoming album 'Play'
- Collaboration with Indian singer Arijit Singh
- Ed's unique use of loop pedal in performance
- Behind-the-scenes insights shared on Instagram
Mumbai, April 16 (NationPress) Launching his India tour earlier this year, Ed Sheeran infused Old Delhi with a touch of musical enchantment as he performed his newest song “Azizam” from a sunlit rooftop.
With the vibrant city skyline, the warm winter afternoon atmosphere, and kites fluttering in the air, Ed delivered a heartfelt live performance using his signature loop pedal setup—seamlessly weaving together guitar, piano, and vocals with remarkable ease.
This track is included in his upcoming album "Play", which showcases an exciting collaboration with renowned Indian artist Arijit Singh.
“I enjoyed mastering Azizam on the loop pedal. It really engages my mind, turning it into a puzzle as I figure out how each component fits together—it’s a mental challenge,” Ed remarked.
His rooftop performance transcends mere music—it's a heartfelt homage to India, its rich culture, and the bonds we share.
As the official music video for “Azizam” is scheduled for release on Thursday, Ed shared behind-the-scenes photos and videos on his Instagram.
In his post about the song's creation, he wrote in the caption, "1. Learning the Persian snap, then enjoying a crowd surf at the end.
2. @ilya_music on FaceTime guiding me in pronouncing everything correctly for the Persian version of the song.
3. Me with the legendary @saman_kesh, the video director, who immersed me in the world of Persian weddings.
4. Conversations with @saman_kesh and @ilya_music about the concept of the video.
5. A fun moment in a giant bowl of Tahdig.
6. In the kitchen after sampling every Persian dish at the wedding.
7. Quick acoustic video in the party room.
8. My body double, who didn’t say much.
9. Clapperboard moments.
10. Starting the video in the wedding scene, a bit lost.
11. Saman preparing for the shoot.
12. Having grown up attending Irish weddings, shooting a Persian wedding for this video was a unique experience, yet both cultures radiate joy during weddings.
13. That’s a wrap! Video drops Thursday, remix on Friday, can’t wait!"
