Ed Sheeran Unexpectedly Joined Mike Yung For A Duet
Ed Sheeran is often seen to pop up everywhere these days, and in this video below he made a surprise appearance with subway singer Mike Yung that has been making waves online. Known for his performances on America’s Got Talent season 12 and various viral videos, Mike was filming a cover of Sheeran’s song, “Eyes Closed,” at a Brooklyn subway station when Sheeran himself unexpectedly joined in.
Mike Yung was recording a cover of Ed Sheeran’s “Eyes Closed” at the Church Avenue subway station in Brooklyn. Little did he know that Ed Sheeran himself would pleasantly surprise him during the shoot.
Mike successfully advanced to the semi-finals of America’s Got Talent, where he captivated the audience with his rendition of Ed Sheeran’s hit song, “Thinking Out Loud.” This incredible achievement allowed him to fulfill a lifelong dream of singing alongside one of his favorite artists in the subway, where his career began.
Watch their unforgettable duet of “Eyes Closed” below:
Both Mike and Sheeran showcased their awe-inspiring vocal talents, effortlessly harmonizing and grooving to the infectious rhythm. Sheeran kept on smiling, expressing hí pride when his song was performed by another fantastic vocalist.
Throughout the video, it is evident that Sheeran graciously stepped back to give Mike the spotlight, as the renowned singer only sang a few lines while Mike skillfully completed the entire song.
The video of their impromptu performance has garnered over 2.2 million views and 133K likes on YouTube. Viewers have been flooding the comments section with praise for their vocals and the genuine joy they exude while singing together.
A YouTube viewer commented, “This is priceless. No one can take this from that gentleman’s heart and mind. Even Ed was moving in rhythm and even took the backup leads. Life can stand still for enjoyment of the good in people.”
A fan also wrote, “This is one magical moment. It’s how they both can connect to the song for me, it gave them a perfect harmony. I really love this.”