Happier

The song Happier by Ed Sheeran stands out for its deep reflection on lost love and the acceptance that sometimes, what is best for someone is to move on without us. In this track, Sheeran shares a personal experience, recalling his first love and how, after a painful breakup, he realizes she is happier with someone else. This process of introspection becomes a kind of epiphany that brings the song's lyrics to life. The melody, which flows at a tempo of 90 bpm in the key of C major, perfectly complements the emotional weight of the narrative, making the listener feel the sadness and resignation that emanate from his words.

Recorded in 2016, Happier was co-written by Ryan Tedder and Benny Blanco, who also produced the track. The single was released as part of the album ÷ (Divide) in 2017 and became the fourth single from the album in Italy, reaching number 6 on the UK Singles Chart. The official video, which premiered on April 27, 2018, uses puppets to tell the story of a relationship that ends, symbolizing the sadness of separation in a visually creative way. The production of Happier resonates with Sheeran’s characteristic style, blending pop elements and ballads, and has been praised for its melodic beauty, even being compared to the style of Sam Smith.