Ed Sheeran’s Will Features Plans for Posthumous Album ‘Eject’

Ed Sheeran’s Unique Musical Legacy Plans

In a striking demonstration of foresight, Ed Sheeran has included instructions in his last will regarding the release of a posthumous album. This remarkable plan was revealed during an interview with Zane Lowe, where Sheeran discussed his upcoming album series, starting with Play, which was released on September 12.

Album Concepts and Titles

Continuing the thematic trend, Sheeran has outlined plans for subsequent albums titled Pause, Fast Forward, Rewind, and Stop. When Lowe inquired if Stop would be the final release, Sheeran humorously added, “Actually, it would be Stop and then Eject.”

A Personal Touch to Posthumous Releases

Sheeran emphasized that the album Eject is a part of his will and would be curated by his wife, Cherry Seaborn. He wants it to feature the best songs he’s written from the age of 18 until his passing—just ten of his top tracks. This forward-thinking approach stands out in a landscape where most posthumous albums lack careful planning.

Aiming for Intentionality in Music

Expressing his thoughts to Lowe, Sheeran shared his desire for Eject to be carefully crafted. He compared it to the hypothetical scenario of unreleased early Beatles recordings being released posthumously. Sheeran aims for a thoughtfully selected compilation that his fans would find intriguing.

Crafting a Final Chapter

Although Sheeran sees Stop as a significant release, he does not consider it purely a farewell album. He draws parallels with Jay-Z’s The Black Album, which was presented as a final act. Sheeran wants to approach Stop with the same level of care and thoughtfulness. He clarified that while it might hold a place akin to a conclusion, he still intends to create music beyond that point.

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