Ed Sheeran penned 'Old Phone' right here in Goa

Abigail Crasto

OH, GOA!

Goa is widely known for its beaches and laid-back holiday vibe, but it’s also a place full of inspiration and creative energy — something singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran recently revealed.

Goa| Beaches| Creative Hub| Paradise | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

BEHIND THE SCENES

In a recent behind-the-scenes video shared on his YouTube channel, Ed Sheeran offered fans a peek into the making of the song, Old Phone, mentioning that the song was written in Goa.

Goa| Ed Sheeran| Song writing| Behind-the-scenes | Photo: Ed Sheeran (Instagram)

YOUTUBE REVEAL

The 3-minute, 48-second behind-the-scenes clip shows Sheeran with his guitar and placard, singing and recording the track in a raw and intimate moment of creativity.

Goa| Ed Sheeran| Song writing| Track Recording | Photo: Ed Sheeran (Instagram)

NOSTALGIC MOMENT

Released on May 1, 2025, Old Phone was inspired by the singer stumbling upon his decade-old phone and finding forgotten messages, photos and memories.

Goa| Ed Sheeran| Old Phone| Spotify

ONE MORNING, IN MAY

Sharing how a quiet moment in a different time zone turned into musical magic, Sheeran took to Instagram and wrote, “I wrote ‘Old Phone’ jet-lagged in Goa at 3 am. Here’s the footage from that day.”

Goa| Ed Sheeran| Instagram Post| Jet Lagged | Photo: Ed Sheeran (Instagram)

YEAR 2024

In 2024, as part of his 'Mathematics' tour, the singer performed in Mumbai on March 16, 2024. But, apart from the concert memories, he left the country with a new song that year.

Goa| Ed Sheeran| India Tour| Mumbai | Photo: Keith Kevin

UNLEASHING CREATIVITY

Ed Sheeran’s creative spark in Goa is yet another reminder that this coastal paradise continues to inspire artists and fuel creativity.

Goa| Tourist Spot| Travel| Artist inspiration | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

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