Ed Sheeran covers Jay-Z's "Empire State of Mind"

British artist Ed Sheeran seems to be making his rounds rather quickly these days, as he

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British artist Ed Sheeran seems to be making his rounds rather quickly these days, as he recently stopped by BBC Radio 1Xtra’s Live Lounge to perform a cover of Jay-Z and Alicia Keys’ New York anthem “Empire State of Mind.” Press play below to listen as the young and talented musician delivers an acoustic arrangement of the heralded single. And if you have yet to do so, be sure to check his recent EP, alongside Yelawolf, The Slumdon Bridge.

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