: Sheeran has stated that the song was influenced by the direct, driving sound of Snow Patrol and the storytelling style of Bruce Springsteen's "The River". Notable Lyrics
: "And I miss the way you make me feel, and it's real / We watched the sunset over the castle on the hill". Critical Analysis Ed Sheeran – Castle on the Hill Lyrics - Genius Ed Sheeran - Castle On The Hill
: The lyrics detail Sheeran's upbringing, covering memories from age six—when he broke his leg running from his brother—to his teenage years involving weekend jobs and drinking with friends. : Sheeran has stated that the song was