## Author's Summary Ed Sheeran showed a humble, stunned reaction on Jimmy Fallon's show to a study claiming he inspires more guitar learners than The Beatles, emphasizing simple chords and feeling over theory. (148 characters) ## Sheeran's Reaction on Fallon Ed Sheeran appeared on *The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon* during the Thanksgiving episode. Jimmy Fallon shared a study stat: “Ed Sheeran is inspiring more people to play the guitar than The Beatles.” Sheeran laughed in surprise, calling it “That’s a mad stat.” He stayed grounded, noting he built his career with just four or five chords. > “Most songs have these four or five chords,” he said, urging beginners to focus on feel rather than music theory. ## Study Details and Context Data from songwriting and guitar-learning apps showed a spike in interest tied to Sheeran's music. Fallon aimed to catch him off guard, and it succeeded. > “The Beatles did not learn music theory… they just learned chords and feel,” Sheeran remarked, dubbing the comparison “a cool stat.” Fallon wrapped up by saying Sheeran inspires many kids to pick up guitars, to which he replied simply: “That’s good.” ## Fan Responses Fans on Fallon Tonight’s Instagram praised his down-to-earth vibe. One called him “as humble as always.” Others shared personal impacts: “You inspired me to start playing the piano again. Thanks mate!” Another noted, “Ed Sheeran is actually inspiring young people and that’s amazing.” A commenter highlighted modern reach: “No hate, but… they didn’t have internet.”

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