It was inspired by his long-distance relationship at the time with Scottish singer Nina Nesbitt .
Ed Sheeran wrote the song in 2012 while on tour with the band Snow Patrol . Ed Sheeran - Photograph (Lyric Video)
Sheeran co-wrote the track with Johnny McDaid of Snow Patrol in a hotel room in Kansas City. 🎥 Lyric vs. Music Video It was inspired by his long-distance relationship at
The lyrics explore how "loving can hurt" but also how photographs allow people to "freeze time" and keep their loved ones close when physically apart. Ed Sheeran - Photograph (Lyric Video)