Watch: Fans react as Ed Sheeran speaks out over Macklemore controversy at show

Ed Sheeran told the crowd he had made mistakes after Macklemore was dropped from his tour for making pro-Palestinian remarks. Ed Sheeran told his fans that he had made mistakes after Macklemore was dropped for making pro-Palestinian remarks on stage this month. Earlier, pro-Palestinian protesters had gathered near the stadium to express solidarity with Macklemore. The British singer's backing band and opening acts boycotted the event – leaving Sheeran alone on stage to address the crowd. "I have tried in my career not to be a political commentator of any kind, because I want my music and shows to be about unity, not division," Sheeran said. "But this is a humanitarian issue, and I cannot hide how I feel about it anymore." Watch: Fans react as Ed Sheeran speaks out over Macklemore controversy at show.

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