Ed Sheeran appeared out of nowhere a couple years ago. One day, he had a single slowly climbing the charts and the next he sold out Madison Square Garden in three minutes. He is a one of a kind artist who has many people falling in love with him and his music. Here are 12 reasons why everyone should love Ed Sheeran:

1. His hair is perfect

I mean look at those luscious ginger locks.

2. His live shows are better than his records

The things he can do with just an acoustic guitar are amazing.

3. He was an adorable child

Although he's just as adorable now as he was then.

4. He isn't afraid to sing about the tough stuff

Whether it's about an alcoholic father, a struggling young actress addicted to drugs or the death of a grandparent; he's written a song about it.

5. He can take a joke

After many jokes were made about how similar he looked to actor Rupert Grint, he made a whole music video about it. How many artists would do something like that?

6. He keeps a private life

It is rare to see something about Ed Sheeran in the press unless it has something to do with a new album or winning a Grammy. He keeps his personal life just that, personal.

7. He has an obsession with his cats

Ed loves his cats. They make an appearance on his Instagram account frequently.

8. He's the king of covers

He can make any song sound like his own.

9. He can rap

Refer back to the video from item number two.

10. He's best friends with Taylor Swift

They've gone on a world tour together and recorded a song together. Friendship goals or what?

11. He learned to dance just for a music video

Does he excel at everything he tries?

12. He respects his fans

We love you too, Ed.

13. He is overall an amazing singer-songwriter

Chilling lyrics that can affect just about anybody.

So thank you, Ed Sheeran, for giving us an adorable face to fangirl over; but most of all beautiful songs to sing along with.