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Ed Sheeran and Arijit Singh Release Trilingual ‘Sapphire’ Remix

This trilingual remix draws on Sheeran’s intensive 24-hour collaboration with Singh in his West Bengal hometown.

Overview

  • The remix blends English, Hindi and Punjabi vocals with South-Asian percussion and is available now on major streaming platforms.
  • Sheeran described his journey to Jiaganj Azimganj—including a five-hour drive and boat rides—as a “pilgrimage of music.”
  • During the one-day session, Singh taught Sheeran Punjabi singing techniques and basic sitar playing.
  • Sheeran praised Singh’s voice, tone and rhythm, noting he listens to the new version each morning with his daughters.
  • Produced by Ilya Salmanzadeh, Johnny McDaid and Savan Kotecha, the release paves the way for Sheeran’s upcoming album Play.