What Happened To Matt Cardle? Did Matt Cardle Take Ed Sheeran To Court?
In recent years, there has been a legal dispute between Matt Cardle and Ed Sheeran over alleged copyright infringement. It was claimed that Ed Sheeran’s hit song “Photograph” bore similarities to Matt Cardle’s track “Amazing,” which was released in 2012. The case was settled out of court, with Ed Sheeran reportedly paying over five million dollars to resolve the copyright claim.
Matt Cardle first rose to fame as the winner of The X Factor in 2010, securing a record deal with Simon Cowell’s label Syco. His debut single, a cover of Biffy Clyro’s “When We Collide,” topped the charts and enjoyed commercial success.
Following his time on The X Factor, Matt Cardle released his album “Letters,” which reached number two in the charts. He embarked on a successful nationwide tour. However, he later parted ways with Syco and went on to release two more albums under different labels.
In 2013, Matt Cardle faced personal struggles and checked into rehab for addictions to drugs and alcohol, specifically valium. In an interview, he opened up about the severity of his addiction, expressing gratitude that he sought help when he did, as it was a life-or-death situation.
Since his recovery, Matt Cardle has continued his music career. His fourth album, “Time to Be Alive,” was released by Sony in 2018. He has also ventured into the world of theater, taking on roles such as Pilate in “Jesus Christ Superstar” at the Barbican in 2019 and the lead in a production of “Memphis.”
Recently, Matt Cardle released a song called “Purple Crayon,” which addresses his valium addiction. He credits his girlfriend, Amber Hernaman, for supporting him and collaborating on the song. Matt expressed appreciation for her talent and the joy they experience in the studio together.
As of now, Matt Cardle continues to pursue his music career, utilizing his experiences and personal journey to create meaningful and introspective songs. His resilience and dedication to his craft have allowed him to navigate the challenges he faced and emerge as a respected artist.