The Sometimes-Rapping Singer/Songwriter Smooths Up on His Sophomore Set.
Reviews
"The daring spirit at the heart of Sheeran's appeal is magnified here, and he outclasses other rising male singers simply by utilizing a deeper bag of tricks.", 3 stars out of 5 -- "On his second album, X, Ed Sheeran supersizes his romantic affliction...He incorporates hip-hop and R&B into his plaintive songs…", "The Producers Who Bring Out a Bluesier, Broodier Side of His Folk-Pop…" -- Grade: B