Ed Sheeran Chastises Irish Anti-Abortion Campaign That Used His Song

Ed Sheeran distanced himself from an Irish anti-abortion campaign after finding out that they were using his song without permission.

By Admin on May 21, 2018
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Ed Sheeran distanced himself from an Irish anti-abortion campaign after finding out that they were using his song without permission.

The pro-life supporters used “Small Bump” off Ed’s debut album, +, as they campaigned the streets of Dublin. They were hoping to draw awareness for their cause as Ireland’s abortion referendum is taking place later this week.

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Once the singer caught wind of what was happening, he posted a message on his Instagram stories, reports NME. He wrote:

“I’ve been informed that my song ‘Small Bump’ is being used to promote the pro-life campaign, and I feel it’s important to let you know I have not given approval for this use, and it does not reflect what the song is about.”

Ed further confirmed that the song was written for his friend who experienced a stillbirth five months into her pregnancy.

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