Afire Love
Ed Sheeran · X [2014]
And then the devil took your memory
And if you fell to your death today
I hope that heaven is your resting place
I heard the doctors put your chest in pain
But then that could've been the medicine
And now you're lying in the bed again
Either way I'll cry with the rest of them
And my father told me, son
It's not his fault he doesn't know your face
And you're not the only one
Although my grandma used to say
That he used to say
Darling, hold me in your arms the way you did last night
And we'll lie in sight for a little while, he wrote
I could look into your eyes until the sun comes up
And we're wrapped in light, in life, in love
Put your open lips on mine and slowly let them shut
For they're designed to be together, oh
With your body next to mine our hearts will beat as one
And we're set alight, we're afire in love
Things were all good yesterday
But then the devil took your breath away
And now we're left here in the pain
Black suit, black tie, standing in the rain
And now my family is one again
Stapled together with the strangers and a friend
Came to my mind, I should paint it with a pen
Six years old, I remember when
My father told me, son
It's not his fault he doesn't know your face
And you're not the only one
Although my grandma used to say
He used to say
Darling, hold me in your arms the way you did last night
And we'll lie in sight for a little while, he wrote
I could look into your eyes until the sun comes up
And we're wrapped in light, in life, in love
Put your open lips on mine and slowly let them shut
For they're designed to be together, oh
With your body next to mine our hearts will beat as one
And we're set alight, we're afire in love
To the love we love to love we love [x3]
And my father and all of my family rise from their seats
to sing hallelujah
And my mother and all of my family rise from their seats
to sing hallelujah
And my brother and all of my family rise from their seats
to sing hallelujah
(And all of my brothers and my sisters, yeah)
And my father and all of my family rise from their seats
to sing hallelujah
To the love we love to love we love [x3]
Afire Love
Afire Love stands as a standout track from Ed Sheeran's 2014 album X, showcasing the artist's ability to blend acoustic intimacy with soaring pop production. The recording captures a pivotal moment in Sheeran's career, reflecting the emotional depth and romantic themes that defined this era of his discography. Musically, the song features a dynamic arrangement that builds from a gentle verse into a powerful chorus, highlighting Sheeran's vocal range and songwriting maturity. As part of a critically acclaimed body of work, the track complements other hits from the same period, demonstrating the versatility that has cemented his status in modern music. The song remains a beloved song in his catalogue, resonating with listeners through its heartfelt composition and polished execution.

