Ed Sheeran is an English singer-songwriter and one of the most commercially successful artists of the 2010s and 2020s. Known for his acoustic pop, heartfelt storytelling, and global hits such as "Shape of You", "Thinking Out Loud", and "Perfect", Sheeran has built a worldwide following and earned numerous awards, including multiple Grammys. His ability to blend pop, folk, and R&B elements has made him one of the defining voices of modern popular music.

Ed Sheeran and ONE OK ROCK share a strong artistic connection rooted in mutual respect. Their relationship was highlighted in 2019 when Ed personally invited ONE OK ROCK to join him as the opening act for the DIVIDE WORLD TOUR across Asia and Japan. This run included major stadiums such as Tokyo Dome, Rajamangala National Stadium (Thailand), and Stadion Gelora Bung Karno (Indonesia), exposing ONE OK ROCK to massive international audiences and strengthening their global presence.

Later that same year, Ed Sheeran appeared on stage with ONE OK ROCK at Yokohama Arena on November 6, 2019, performing live together and showcasing their close friendship.

Their creative connection deepened when Sheeran co-wrote and composed Renegades (2021), released on the Luxury Disease album. The song served as the theme for the film Rurouni Kenshin: The Final and became one of ONE OK ROCK's most impactful global releases, blending Sheeran's melodic sensibility with the emotional intensity of Taka's vocals.

This collaboration remains one of the band's most high-profile international partnerships, symbolizing their continued rise on the world stage.