Ed Sheeran and Elton John refer to two British singer-songwriters who have also collaborated publicly; each is notable in contemporary popular music. Ed Sheeran, from England, emerged in the 2010s as a pop and folk-influenced singer-songwriter known for melodic acoustic guitar-driven songs, looped live performances, and a blend of pop, folk, and hip-hop elements. Elton John, also from England, rose to prominence in the 1970s as a pianist and vocalist associated with pop rock and glam rock, known for his melodic piano playing, theatrical stage presence, and long career as a songwriter and performer. Their collaboration reflects a crossover between modern singer-songwriter pop and established pop-rock traditions.