Homeless
Ed Sheeran · Live At The Bedford [2011]
When we're hitting double figures
Look into your eyes
Like I'm looking into double mirrors
Could you make it any clearer
Everything's such a blur
It's not my turn
It's hers to get hurt
On a late night
Coming home from way too many train rides
Lace not as red as my face
I'm home at the same time
Highbury estate's fine
Smoking like a dragon, but don't chase lines
I haven't slept for the past week
Two hours ain't enough for me
I feel inspired, at quarter to three am
I haven't changed since our last meet
I'm still getting all my meals for free
Think I'm being shunned by my feet again
It's not a homeless life for me
It's just I'm home less than I'd like to be
And now I'm sitting on a night bus
Flicking through my Ipod
Feeling kinda tired
So I try to close my eyes up
Driver, turn the lights off
Lights on, on stage, mics on
Song plays, nice one
Gotta keep my hype strong
Truth be, never went to Uni
People see right through me
but I'm not a fool, see
I'm never gonna do one
Gonna live past 22, done
Everything I need to
Except get a 2:1
I haven't slept for the past week
Two hours ain't enough for me
I feel inspired, at quarter to three am
I haven't changed since our last meet
I'm still getting all my food for free
Think I'm being shunned by my feet again
It's not a homeless life for me
It's just I'm home less than I'd like to be
When I feel cold
You keep me warm
And I'm not looking for some loose change
Just wanna find a true mate
Who wants to be my duvet
It's not a homeless life for me
It's just I'm home less than I'd like to be
Homeless
Ed Sheeran's "Homeless" captures the intimate atmosphere of his early live performances, recorded during his 2011 residency at The Bedford in London. This track exemplifies the acoustic singer-songwriter style that defined his breakthrough years, showcasing his ability to connect deeply with audiences through stripped-back arrangements. While often overshadowed by later global hits, the song remains a testament to Sheeran's developing artistry before he achieved widespread international fame. The recording highlights his distinctive guitar work and emotive vocal delivery, grounding the performance in the raw energy of a small venue. As part of his extensive catalogue, "Homeless" offers listeners a glimpse into the formative period of an artist who would go on to dominate the pop landscape with a blend of folk influences and contemporary songwriting.