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+ (Plus) is the debut studio album by English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, released in September 2011. The album played a pivotal role in launching Sheeran's international music career, driven by its blend of acoustic pop, folk, and hip-hop elements. It spawned several breakout hits, including "The A Team" and "Lego House," which showcased his focus on storytelling and vocal performance. The record achieved strong commercial sales, topping the UK Albums Chart and eventually reaching the top five on the US Billboard 200.

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Which songs on Ed Sheeran's + became his biggest early hits?

The album includes "The A Team," "Lego House," and "Drunk." "The A Team" was especially important in introducing Sheeran's acoustic songwriting to a wide audience.

When was + released?

Ed Sheeran's debut studio album + was released in September 2011. It helped establish his mix of acoustic pop, folk, and hip-hop before his later albums such as x and ÷.

What kind of music is on +?

The record combines acoustic guitar, folk-influenced songwriting, pop melodies, and rap-style delivery. That blend is clear in tracks such as "You Need Me, I Don't Need You" and "The City."

Is + Ed Sheeran's first album?

Yes. + is Sheeran's debut studio album, released before x in 2014 and ÷ in 2017. It is the record that launched his international recording career.

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