ED SHEERAN: 'SELLING OUT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN WAS BETTER THAN LOSING MY VIRGINITY'

Ed Sheeran. Credit: Getty Images

He's one of the hottest musicians on the planet at the moment, and he's about to get a whole lot more popular after his candid interview in the latest edition of Elle.

Guided by what his fans wanted to know, the singer opened up on topics ranging from losing his virginity to fellow musician Taylor Swift. The best of the best can be found below.

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On losing his virginity

When asked if he preferred selling out Madison Square Garden three times or losing his virginity, Ed responded: "Probably selling out Madison Square Garden three times... [Losing my virginiy is] a benchmark in my life, but it wasn’t the best thing I've ever done."

Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift are close friends. Credit: Instagram

On what we don't know about Taylor Swift

The pair are close friends, and Ed spilled on what fans might not know about the country star: "She's a massive 'Law and Order' fan. Or is it CSI? It's one of them - on a continuous loop in the house."

On what he looks for in a woman

"A sense of humour. I think that's key for any long-lasting relationship."

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On what he avoids in a woman

"I met this model last year. Her meal for the day was a cotton ball soaked in Diet Coke. I don't want to be friends with somebody like that."

Sheeran's latest single is reportedly about his ex-girlfriend Ellie Goulding. Credit: Getty Images

On the gossip surrounding his music

Sheeran is quick to admit that he "really put [his] foot in it" when it came to offending people on his latest record. His latest single, 'Don't', is reportedly about his relationship with Ellie Goulding, who allegedly cheated on him with One Direction star Niall Horan. When asked about the crazy gossip that accompanies his songwriting, Ed said, "I just think it's best if I keep quiet and they keep quiet."

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On being a modern-day sex symbol

When asked if he sees himself as a sex symbol, Ed responded: "I wouldn't say that. I think men with guitars who sing sensitive songs will just always have that sort of potential." Aww.

On words he lives by

The 23-year-old confessed he lives his life by a Bill Cosby quotes. "'The key to failure is to try and please everyone'. People say, 'This is my favourite song. You should write another song like that.' At the end of the day, f*ck them. Be selfish. Why bother to please everyone? Please yourself. The rest will follow." Wise words, Ed!

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