Ed Sheeran opens up about giving 'Love Yourself' to Justin Bieber

Ed Sheeran recently spoke about his decision to give away the song 'Love Yourself' to Justin Bieber. The chart-topping hit, originally penned by Sheeran, went on to become a massive success for Bieber, but there was enough curiosity about the behind-the-scenes story.

Ed Sheeran admitted that he composed the track during the preparation of his album 'Divide'. Despite his personal attachment to the song, Sheeran candidly shared that his friends and family weren't impressed with it. Feeling disheartened by the lukewarm reception to his songwriting skills, Sheeran opted to pass it on to Bieber, a move that
ultimately propelled the song to massive success and elevated Bieber's stardom.

Sheeran explained that while writing his album 'Divide', he played the song for various people who didn't show much enthusiasm. When Bieber expressed interest in the song, Sheeran willingly gave it to him, saying, "Cool, have it," which ultimately led to its massive success.

Following Bieber's rendition, 'Love Yourself' became a chart-topping hit, dominating the Billboard charts for consecutive weeks and earning a spot on the Year-End list in 2016. The song also catapulted Bieber to the status of the youngest musician with a No. 1 track on the charts, solidifying its place as a global sensation.