Ed Sheeran Isn't a Fluke... (there's a formula)

Ed Sheeran is one of the most played artists in history. But he's been accused of plagiarism, he's been accused of writing the same song over and over. So what is his secret? And why is it actually impossible to copy? 00:00 - The Formulaic Songwriter? 01:52 - The Big Break: SPTV & Jamal Edwards 04:51 - Thinking Out Loud & Global Stardom 05:39 - The Hit Factory: Giving Songs Away 06:26 - The Scrutiny: $20 Million Plagiarism Lawsuit 08:43 - The Divide Era: Breaking Records 10:15 - The Truth About the Formula