Watch Ed Sheeran Carry out ‘Azizam,’ ‘Pink Pony Membership’ in NYC Subway

Jimmy Fallon enlisted Ed Sheeran for the most recent session of “Subway Busking” on The Tonight Present. The late-night host and the British musician snuck into the fiftieth Avenue subway station disguised in emo-looking wigs, sun shades, and all-black outfits, and introduced themselves as Frat Poison after they began taking part in.

Sheeran kicked off the efficiency with an acoustic cowl of Chappell Roan‘s “Pink Pony Membership,” which instantly drew a large crowd. The duo then revealed themselves earlier than showcasing Sheeran’s new single, “Azizam,” with Fallon on tambourine and back-up vocals.

Sheeran shared “Azizam” final week as the primary official observe off his forthcoming LP, Play. The track is a collaboration with producer Ilya Salmanzadeh, who inspired Sheeran to make music impressed by his Persian heritage and tradition.

“I really like studying about music and completely different cultures the extra I journey and join with folks,” Sheeran shared on Instagram. “It was like opening a door to a very new and thrilling world. I cherished how a variety of rhythms, scales, melodies and devices had been completely different however much like the Irish trad music I had grown up with. It was exhibiting to me music connects us all, and actually is a common language. This complete album is about being playful, explorative, and celebratory.”

The music video for “Azizam” consists of footage of the musician’s latest shock road efficiency in New Orleans, the place he performed “Azizam” reside. Sheeran additionally just lately confirmed up at an Irish bar in Boston on St. Patrick’s Day, and at Kings Cross Station in London.

Earlier this week, Sheeran was added to the Coachella lineup alongside Weezer. He’ll carry out on the Mojave Stage on Saturday for Weekend Two.