Ed Sheeran - One [official Music Video] Site

The video premiered on Sheeran's YouTube channel on May 2, 2014 .

Sheeran wrote "One" as the final song inspired by his former girlfriend, Alice, who was the subject of many tracks on his debut album, + .

Fans often confuse this video with Sheeran's 2025 Netflix special, . While the 2014 music video is a simple performance, the Netflix special is an ambitious single continuous take through New York City, featuring hits like "Thinking Out Loud" and "Shape of You". Ed Sheeran - One [Official Music Video]

"One" was released as the first promotional single for x to provide a classic ballad counterpoint to the more upbeat, experimental lead single, "Sing".

It was filmed in a completely empty Wembley Arena in London. The video premiered on Sheeran's YouTube channel on

The song describes the vivid realizations a person has while intoxicated—often described by fans as a "drunk epiphany"—about love and the fear of becoming strangers after a breakup. Related Work: "One Shot"

It is the only track on his second album, x (Multiply), that refers to that specific past relationship; the rest of the album focuses on moving on. While the 2014 music video is a simple

The official music video for "One" is a minimalist, black-and-white performance piece that captures the emotional weight of Ed Sheeran's farewell to a past relationship. Key Facts and Production