The collaboration began after Elton John called Sheeran on Christmas Day 2020, inspired by the enduring success of his 1973 hit "Step into Christmas".
Directed by , the official music video is a "festive extravaganza" that pays homage to several iconic British holiday classics. Ed Sheeran & Elton John - Merry Christmas [Official Video]
Sheeran initially felt a proper Christmas song should "chuck the kitchen sink at it," including bells, mistletoe, and festive imagery. The pair wrote three Christmas songs during their sessions, with "Merry Christmas" being the primary release. The collaboration began after Elton John called Sheeran
"Merry Christmas" is a festive duet by British singer-songwriters Ed Sheeran and Elton John , released on December 3, 2021. The single was a major commercial success, debuting at number one on the UK Singles Chart and supporting several charitable causes. The pair wrote three Christmas songs during their