Ed Sheeran – Small Bump

I dreamed every night that I would hold her. That I would feel her soft, young skin. That I would see her precious glossy eyes, new to the world by days, and feel on top of the world. Every night I dreamed about my unborn child.

I remember that night, when Alice confirmed that she wanted her so desperately. I know we aren't together now, but I still feel the love that we felt that night. We had sex for three hours and knew, without any tests that Alice was pregnant.

For those nine, excruciatingly long months I waited for my child. We moved out. Bought a new house with three bedrooms and painted one pink, for our baby was indeed a girl. The doctor says "She'll have your hair, Ed. And Alice's eyes". I made sure I put that in my song. I know it's only the start of my career, but I need to put my all into my songs.

You're just a small bump, unborn, in four months you're brought to life

You might be left with my hair, but you'll have you're mothers eyes.

I'll hold your body in my hand, be as gentle as I can, but for now you're a scan of my unmade plans.

A small bump and in four months, you're brought to life.

The bump is finally getting bigger! Alice wants to call her Meg, but I think Scarlett, if the doctor is so certain on the hair. I just want my career to burst through, so my child can be raised and nurtured in a good home.

Doc told me that she'll come soon. Very soon. He talked for half an hour about the cravings and attention Alice will need before she goes into labour. About how to help the baby if she comes in the night. And last, he gave me his number. He says he is attached to 'this one' and wants to know how it turns out.

I spent all night at the hospital, so I did the refrain of the song. I'm gonna call it 'Small bump'.

And you can lie with me

With your tiny feet, I'll leave you be

Right in front of me, for a couple weeks, so I can keep you safe.

The baby came last night. Or is coming this morning. But it is ill. So I have to stop at home, twiddling my thumbs.