Ed Sheeran has publicly voiced his regret about being featured on the new Band Aid 40th-anniversary track.
His views on the song's portrayal of Africa have changed since his participation in the 2014 version.
He now aligns himself with critiques arguing that the song perpetuates harmful stereotypes and dehumanizes Africans.
This decision reflects a growing awareness of the complexities of charity initiatives and their potential unintended consequences.
