Ed Sheeran co-wrote KATSEYE's single 'Animal' after hearing their song 'Gnarly' in Mexico

Ed Sheeran said on Instagram on July 28 that he heard KATSEYE's 'Gnarly' while travelling in Mexico last year, became a fan, and reached out to write together. The resulting co-write, 'Animal', is out now and appears on KATSEYE's debut EP 'WILD', scheduled for release on August 14, 2026. A behind-the-scenes Reel shows Sheeran building the chorus before members Daniela, Lara and Megan recorded vocals.