Discover the story of the song > Castle on the Hill – Ed Sheeran

This song follows the narrator's journey from childhood to adulthood. In the verses and pre-chorus, he recounts his memories of growing up in a small town, from his broken leg at six to his first kiss at fifteen, to the friends he had and the things they did. In the chorus, he sings about driving down country roads, singing along to "Tiny Dancer," and watching the sunset over the castle on the hill. In the bridge, he mentions some of his friends and their current lives, but expresses that all of these people raised him and that he can't wait to get home.