British pop star Ed Sheeran recently teamed up with Indian music legend Arijit Singh for the song Sapphire, which has become an instant hit among Indian listeners. The song, lauded for its soulful voice and surprise appearance by Shah Rukh Khan, has been on a roll since the day it was released. The singer posted a very personal and emotional post on Instagram about working with Arijit days after.
A Musical Connection Ignited by ‘Tum Hi Ho’
Ed Sheeran announced that he initially came across Arijit Singh’s songs when he watched the movie Aashiqui 2, specifically the hit song Tum Hi Ho. “I was mesmerized with his voice, the song, and the emotion of the scene,” Ed penned. That first impression pushed him to get in touch with Arijit, and they soon bonded over their love for music.
Their partnership intensified when Arijit requested Ed to guest sing at his concert in London, where they performed Sheeran’s hit Perfect. At this meet-and-greet, Ed presented an early draft of Sapphire, and Arijit started providing ideas instantly.
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A Memorable Visit to Arijit’s Home Town
During his tour of India, Sheeran visited Arijit’s hometown in West Bengal on the latter’s invitation. His father in tow, Ed went to the village, imbibing the local culture, cuisine, and hospitality. The pair completed Sapphire at Arijit’s home studio after a day of river barge rides, lessons in the sitar, and scooty rides across the countryside.
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A Cherished Collaboration and Future Punjabi Version
Calling Arijit “one of the most talented humans I’ve ever met,” Ed expressed deep gratitude for the experience. He also revealed that a full Punjabi version of Sapphire will be released in the coming weeks, promising fans more behind-the-scenes glimpses from their time together.
