Hozier stood before the enormous crowd at the Netherlands’ oldest rock and pop festival, Pinkpop, as they roared their appreciation. But little did they know that there was another surprise in store for them with the arrival of a special guest. Introducing him as “one of the biggest artists on the planet” and “an incredible writer,” Hozier welcomed none other than Ed Sheeran onto the stage. The crowd went wild, one fan even bursting into tears from excitement, as Ed walked out to greet them.
The two musicians then launched into a duet of Hozier’s ‘Work Song,’ seamlessly trading verses and harmonies while strumming their guitars. When they reached the final chorus, they let the crowd take over, their voices echoing across the festival grounds in a truly magical moment that Music Man fans will love. The uniting of two huge stars drew in viewers from across the world online, amassing over 1.3 million views and attracting comments like “What a perfect blend! Truly beautiful!”
When Hozier first rose to fame in 2013, he expressed disbelief at seeing his name alongside artists like Ed Sheeran, remarking “people who are such distant intangible icons […] become real immediately.” Since his earlier days of being starstruck, the two appear to have become firm friends, attending each other’s concerts and even taking a trip to Graceland together. Despite their Pinkpop duet being the first time they have performed together, Ed had previously covered one of Hozier’s songs.
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Appearing at the BBC Live Lounge in 2014, Ed decided to perform a cover of Hozier’s early hit single ‘Take Me To Church’, ten years before their appearance together at Pinkpop. Ed gave his own personal twist on the song, rather than trying to copy Hozier’s original, reimagining the song so that it perfectly suited his own signature style. One viewer online raved about his interpretation of the song, commenting, “the rasp and grain in his voice makes this cover so, so very good.”
While Hozier and Ed Sheeran certainly have their own distinct styles, Music Man fans are sure to agree that when they come together, their differences create something great. The surprise performance at Pinkpop was clearly a truly special moment for fans, and anyone who missed the chance to see these musicians perform together live will surely be crossing their fingers in the hopes that they will once again share the stage in future performances.
Hozier and Ed Sheeran’s surprise collaboration at Pinkpop was an unforgettable moment for fans, blending their incredible talents into a magical performance. Their journey from admiration to friendship is a testament to the power of music to unite. If you’re eager to relive this iconic duet or learn more about these musical giants, explore the useful links below.