Ed Sheeran Heard a Song He Liked. Then He Wrote a Hit.

Ed Sheeran, a man whose songwriting credits could wallpaper a stadium, is known for dropping bangers with pretty much everyone from Justin Bieber to Taylor Swift. His latest musical co-conspirator? A group called KATSEYE.

Now, how does a global superstar end up writing a track for a newer band? Apparently, it involves a trip to Mexico, a catchy tune, and Sheeran's notoriously good ears. Last year, while south of the border, he stumbled upon KATSEYE's song "Gnarly." He liked what he heard. A lot. So much so that he just... reached out. Because apparently, that's how you get a custom-made hit when you're Ed Sheeran.

The result is their new track, "Animal." Sheeran even gave fans a peek behind the curtain, sharing a studio video of himself shaping the song with the band. As if a new Ed Sheeran-penned track wasn't enough, the "Animal" music video also features a cameo from Demi Moore. Because why not? Go big or go home, right?

Fans, as you might expect, are absolutely losing it. Social media is awash with praise for the "banger" Sheeran cooked up and the fresh sound KATSEYE brings to the table. It's a testament to Sheeran's collaborative spirit — and his ability to spot talent and then actually do something about it. "Animal" is slated to appear on KATSEYE's upcoming album, Wild, which drops on August 14, 2026. Let that satisfyingly distant date sink in.