The City

Ed Sheeran · Live At The Bedford [2011]

The city never sleeps,

I hear the people walk by when it's late,

Sirens beat through my window cill,

I can't close my eyes,

Don't control what I'm into.,



This town is alive,

With lights that blind keep me awake,

Put my hood up, unlace and tie,

The street fills my mind,

Don't control what I'm into.,



London calls me a stranger,

A traveller Ohoohohh,

This is now my home, My home,

Oh Woah,

Burning on the back street,

Oh Woah,

Stuck here, sitting in the back seat,

Oh Woah,

And I'm blazing on the street,

What I do isn't upto you,

And if the city never sleeps then that makes two.,



The pavement is my friend,

It'll take me where I need to go,

If I find it trips me up,

And puts me down,

This is not what I'm used to.,



[Verse]

The shop across the road,

It fills my needs and keeps me company,

When I need it,

Voices beat through my walls,

I don't think I'm gonna make it,

Past to-mor-roow.,



London calls me a stranger,

A traveller Ohoohohh,

This is now my home, My home,

Oh Woah,

Burning on the back street,

Oh Woah,

Stuck here, sitting in the back seat,

Oh Woah,

And I'm blazing on the street,

What I do isn't upto you,

And if the city never sleeps then that makes two.,



And my lungs hurt,

And my ears bled,

With the sounds of the city life,

Echoed in my head,

Do I need this, To keep me alive?

The traffic stops and starts but I,

Need to move alone.



London calls me a stranger,

This is now my home, Home,



Oh Woah,

Burning on the back street,

Oh Woah,

Stuck here, sitting in the back seat,

Oh Woah,

And I'm blazing on the street,

What I do isn't upto you,

And if the city never sleeps then that makes two. [x2]

The City - Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran's 'The City' appears on his 2011 live recording, 'Live At The Bedford,' capturing the raw energy of his early acoustic performances. As a defining track from this era, the song showcases Sheeran's signature blend of folk-pop and singer-songwriter styles, characterized by his intimate vocal delivery and stripped-down instrumentation. Released during a period where he was establishing himself as a global force, the recording highlights his ability to translate studio compositions into powerful live experiences. The track remains a staple of his discography, reflecting the themes of urban life and personal connection that permeate his early work. It stands as a testament to his skill in crafting relatable narratives through music, resonating with audiences who appreciate authentic, unpolished moments of performance art.