Ed Sheeran’s “Azizam”, the lead single from his 8th studio album Play, blends Persian influences with heartfelt lyrics. Produced by Ed Sheeran, Johnny McDaid, and Ilya Salmanzadeh, the track is a vibrant celebration of love and culture.
Global music icon Ed Sheeran has unveiled “Azizam”, the lead single from his highly-anticipated 8th studio album, Play. Released on April 4, 2025, the track is a heartfelt tribute to Persian culture, inspired by Sheeran’s collaboration with Iranian-Swedish producer Ilya Salmanzadeh. The word “Azizam”, meaning “my dear” or “darling” in Persian, sets the tone for a song that celebrates love, connection, and cultural exploration.
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About the Song
“Azizam” is a vibrant fusion of Ed Sheeran’s signature acoustic pop sound with Persian musical influences. The track features rhythmic melodies, traditional instruments, and heartfelt lyrics that reflect universal themes of love and admiration. Sheeran’s collaboration with Ilya Salmanzadeh brought a unique cultural depth to the song, blending Persian and Irish musical elements to create a truly global sound.
Production Highlights
Producers: Ed Sheeran, Johnny McDaid, and Ilya Salmanzadeh.
Cultural Fusion: Incorporates Persian rhythms and instruments, adding a rich, textured backdrop to Sheeran’s emotive vocals.
Universal Appeal: A celebration of love and culture that resonates with listeners worldwide.
About the Album
Play Play marks the beginning of a new chapter in Ed Sheeran’s career, showcasing his playful and explorative approach to music. The album promises a mix of celebratory tracks that push creative boundaries while staying true to Sheeran’s storytelling roots.
Ed Sheeran – “Azizam”
Produced by Ed Sheeran, Johnny McDaid & ILYA
April 4, 2025
1 Song, 2 minutes
Gingerbread Man Records and Atlantic Records UK release, under exclusive licence to Warner Music UK Limited, ℗ 2025 Ed Sheeran Limited
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Lyrics
[Chorus]
Azizam
Meet me on the floor tonight
Show me how to move like the water
In between the dancing lights
Be mine, be mine, azizam
[Verse 1]
I wanna be nowhere but here with you now
I wanna be one in this space
I wanna be tangled and wrapped in your cloud
I wanna be close to your face
[Pre-Chorus]
Well, tomorrow can wait, losing time in this place
Till the sun is awake, be like a magnet on me
I don’t care what they say, we can do it our way
And if love’s just a game, then come and play
[Chorus]
Azizam
Meet me on the floor tonight
Show me how to move like the water
In between the dancing lights
Be mine, be mine, azizam
[Post-Chorus]
Azizam
Azizam
[Verse 2]
I wanna get lost in your ocean and drown
I wanna be careless and free
I wanna live here in the moment we found
I wanna be all that you see
[Pre-Chorus]
Well, tomorrow can wait, losing time in this place
Till the sun is awake, be like a magnet on me
I don’t care what they say, we can do it our way
And if love’s just a game, then come and play
[Chorus]
Azizam
Meet me on the floor tonight
Show me how to move like the water
In between the dancing lights
Be mine, be mine, azizam
Meet me on the floor tonight
Show me how to move like the water
In between the dancing lights
Be mine, be mine, azizam
[Post-Chorus]
Azizam
Azizam
