The heirs of Ed Townsend, who wrote the 1973 slow jam classic "Let's Get It On" with Marvin Gaye, are suing the British singer-songwriter. They claim that Sheeran's 2014 song unlawfully appropriated the anthem's harmonic progressions, melodic structures, and rhythmic elements.

Ed Sheeran-Marvin Gaye copyright trial

Ed Sheeran has reportedly said that if he loses the ongoing copyright infringement lawsuit, he will quit music for good. The suit has been filed by the heirs of Ed Townsend, co-writer and composer of Marvin Gaye's song "Let's Get It On.

Ed Sheeran threatens to quit music if he loses copyright lawsuit: 'I find it really insulting...'

During a recent copyright trial where Ed Sheeran is accused of stealing material from Marvin Gaye's "Let's Get It On" to make a new tune a decade ago, the British singer said that he has received encouragement from other performers who share his concerns about litigation resulting from their songwriting.

Ed Sheeran gets support from fellow performers in copyright trial

Ed Sheeran's wife, Cherry Seaborn, was diagnosed with cancer last year when she was pregnant with the couple's second child. The couple kept it a secret for a long time.

Did you know Ed Sheeran wrote seven songs in four hours after his wife's cancer diagnosis?

British pop star Ed Sheeran sang and played the guitar on the witness stand Thursday, giving jurors a fleeting free concert during his copyright infringement trial in New York, US media reported.

Ed Sheeran reaches for guitar to defend self in court: report

In a New York courtroom on Tuesday, Ed Sheeran appeared as a witness to reject the claims that his popular song 'Thinking Out Loud' copied Marvin Gaye's soul classic 'Let's Get It On', reported the Associated Press.

Ed Sheeran plagiarism case: English singer denies copying Marvin Gaye's classic

Jury selection began Monday in a trial to determine whether British pop star Ed Sheeran plagiarized American music legend Marvin Gaye's Let's Get It On in his 2014 hit Thinking Out Loud.

Trial begins into whether Ed Sheeran stole Marvin Gaye classic

A federal court in Manhattan began the jury selection process for the trial involving a music copyright claim against Ed Sheeran. According to the accusation, Sheeran copied the tune from Marvin Gaye's soul classic "Let's Get It On" for his Grammy-winning song "Thinking Out Loud." Ed Sheeran is anticipated to give a witness statement at the trial, which is now in its early stages. The complaint has been postponed numerous times since Marvin Gaye initially filed it in 2017.

Did Ed Sheeran steal Marvin Gaye's tune? Here's what the trial is about

Jury selection is set to begin on Monday in Manhattan federal court for a trial over claims that British pop superstar Ed Sheeran owes a share of profits from his hit "Thinking Out Loud" for copying Marvin Gaye's "Let's Get It On.

Ed Sheeran faces US copyright trial over Marvin Gaye's Let's Get It On

In a pleasant surprise for popular New York City subway singer Mike Yung, Ed Sheeran popped up to listen to him and give him a special something while he was singing Ed’s new song “Eyes Closed” .

Watch: Ed Sheeran surprises subway singer, gifts him concert tickets

English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has opened up about his tragic year 2022 in which he lost two of his friends: celebrated Australian cricketer Shane Warne and music entrepreneur Jamal Edwards.

Ed Sheeran 'didn't want to live' after death of friends like Shane Warne

A four-part documentary series on the life and career of English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran is set to premiere on Disney+ in May, reported Variety. Titled Ed Sheeran: The Sum of It All, the documentary comes from Disney Branded Television and Fulwell 73 Productions.

Ed Sheeran's life and music take centre stage in upcoming Disney+ documentary. Details here

Ed Sheeran has opened up about his life like never before. The singer issued a statement explaining why he had been missing in action all this while as he introduced to the world his sixth album Subtract.

Ed Sheeran's wife was diagnosed with tumour during pregnancy, singer spiraled through depression

English singer Ed Sheeran will reportedly stand trial in his $100 million copyright case over claims he copied his hit 2014 song 'Thinking Out Loud' from Marvin Gaye’s 'Let’s Get It On'.

Ed Sheeran to undergo $100 million trial over Marvin Gaye's copyright claim

Upon hearing the news of Queen Elizabeth II's demise, several Hollywood stars shared heartfelt tributes on social media for the British monarch. From actors to musicians and directors to TV personalities, several notable names reacted to the death of the beloved sovereign.

Hollywood celebrities mourn Queen Elizabeth II's demise: Ed Sheeran, Elton John, Daniel Craig and more

Wes Byrne, an Ed Sheeran lookalike, was moved to safety at one of the singer’s concerts in Manchester after being mobbed for selfies. The 30-year-old is a binman from Oldham, who was at Sheeran’s gig at Etihad Stadium earlier this month when he had to be moved by security guards after they feared he could cause a fire risk in the stadium as selfie-seeking people were blocking the gallery when he was on his way to the loo.

Ed Sheeran's lookalike gets rescued by security after fans mob him at singer’s Manchester concert 

Singer Armaan Malik has joined hands with international artist Ed Sheeran for a new version of the song `2Step`. Taking to Twitter, Armaan shared the update with his fans and followers.

Armaan Malik collaborates with Ed Sheeran for new version of '2Step'

One of Britain's most popular musicians, Ed Sheeran took to the stage on the final day of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations in London. Sheeran performed for thousands of fans in front of the Buckingham Palace to mark the end of the four-day celebrations in honour of Queen Elizabeth II and her 70 years of reign in Britain.

Ed Sheeran performs on the final day of Platinum Jubilee celebrations, Queen joins family at the balcony 

Indian pop singer Armaan Malik is on cloud nine for his next international collaboration with none other than Ed Sheeran on a new version of the song 2Step. Armaan took to social media to make an announcement about this collaboration.

Armaan Malik teams up with Ed Sheeran for a new version of song ‘2Step’

British pop superstar Ed Sheeran was on Sunday set to bring the curtain down on four days of momentous nationwide celebrations to honour Queen Elizabeth II's historic Platinum Jubilee.

Ed Sheeran to crown queen's four-day jubilee party

Famed British singer and songwriter Ed Sheeran and his wife, Cherry Seaborn, have welcomed the birth of their second daughter. The award-winning singer posted a photo of a pair of tiny socks on Instagram on Thursday and wrote: "Want to let you all know we`ve had another beautiful baby girl.

Singer Ed Sheeran ‘over the moon’ at the birth of his second daughter, see post 

Remember how the Ukrainian band Antytila had reached out to Ed Sheeran to participate in a fundraiser concert for Ukraine via social media? Turns out Sheeran and the band did collaborate and a new version of his song '2Step' is now out.

Ed Sheeran collaborates with Ukranian band Antytila for a new version of '2Steps'

British pop superstar Ed Sheeran will headline the finale of four days of public celebrations to mark Queen Elizabeth II's record-breaking 70-year reign, organisers said on Tuesday.

Ed Sheeran takes top billing for end of queen's jubilee celebrations

British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has revealed the emotional and creative cost of being dragged to court over plagiarism claims. According to Deadline, Sheeran spoke during an interview with a news outlet following his victory this week in London`s High Court.

Ed Sheeran speaks out about being taken to court following 'Shape Of You' plagiarism lawsuit

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