Ed Sheeran to receive Songwriters Hall of Fame 2017 Award

Ed Sheeran will be honoured with the Songwriters Hall of Fame's 2017 Hal David Starlight Award.

The 26-year-old singer will receive the recognition at the 48th Annual Induction and Awards Dinner on June 15 in New York, reported Billboard.

"Ed Sheeran has accomplished so much in pop music that it is hard to believe he is only 26. He is not an overnight sensation, however, having immersed himself in songwriting, recording and performing since his early teens.

"His natural talent as a singer, songwriter, guitarist and producer has brought him well-deserved success," said legendary Songwriters Hall of Fame co-chairs Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff of Philadelphia International fame, in a statement.

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