What does Drunk sound like?

A vibrant blend of pop and dance elements that captures the thrill and chaos of nightlife. Rooted in alternative rock and folk. Start with "Drunk".

Is Drunk a good place to start with Ed Sheeran?

Yes, Drunk is recommended as a starting point for new Ed Sheeran listeners. A vibrant blend of pop and dance elements that captures the thrill and chaos of nightlife. When 'Drunk' was released on February 17, 2012, Ed Sheeran was gaining momentum following his critically acclaimed debut album '+', which had come out in 2011. The single contributed to Sheeran's burgeoning reputation as a versatile artist capable of crossing genres while solidifying his place in the mainstream music scene.

Drunk works well if you're into short bursts of party energy, remix variety for dance floors and wave-like pacing for transitions.

How many songs are on Drunk?

Drunk has 5 tracks, running approximately 22 minutes.

Drunk

Ed Sheeran · 2012

22 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant blend of pop and dance elements that captures the thrill and chaos of nightlife.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Drunk Start here — The original track encapsulates the album's theme of navigating nightlife and intoxication with infectious energy and relatable lyrics about fleeting moments.
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Drunk (Rudimental Remix) — This remix enhances the original track's danceable elements, blending Sheeran's vocals with Rudimental's signature drum-and-bass style, making it a club favorite.
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Drunk (Doctor P Remix) — The Doctor P remix transforms the original into a dubstep anthem, showcasing the song’s versatility and appeal within electronic music scenes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

32 /100

Lowland

Higher than 0% of albums we've rated

The single showcases a solid original track but lacks cohesion across its remixes.

What we noticed

The original track 'Drunk' features a steady mid-tempo beat with layered vocals and a prominent melody that drives the song.
Each remix varies significantly in style, with the Rudimental Remix incorporating drum and bass elements, while the Doctor P Remix leans towards dubstep.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 5/10
Durability 25% of the score: 4/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 2/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of party energy
remix variety for dance floors
wave-like pacing for transitions
playful vibes for social gatherings

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy immersive albums
seek deep lyrical storytelling

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This single helped establish Ed Sheeran's recognition in the music industry.
Themes: nightlife chaos· intoxicated encounters· club culture energy
Career context: When 'Drunk' was released on February 17, 2012, Ed Sheeran was gaining momentum following his critically acclaimed debut album '+', which had come out in 2011. The single contributed to Sheeran's burgeoning reputation as a versatile artist capable of crossing genres while solidifying his place in the mainstream music scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Passenger· Ben Howard· Hozier