Overview

• Ed Sheeran released ‘Drive’ on June 20 as the lead single for Apple Studios’ upcoming Formula 1 film starring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris.
• Produced by Blake Slatkin and John Mayer, the rock-driven song features Dave Grohl on drums, Pino Palladino on bass and Rami Jaffee on keyboards.
• ‘Drive’ anchors F1: The Album, a soundtrack that also showcases artists such as Rosé, Tate McRae and Burna Boy alongside Sheeran’s contribution.
• A lifelong F1 enthusiast who performed at the 2024 Miami Grand Prix, Sheeran described the collaboration as ‘a match made in heaven’ driven by timing and passion for the sport.
• F1: The Movie, made with a reported $200 million budget and featuring real teams and drivers, opens in North America on June 27 with promises of authentic high-speed drama.