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: Most reviews agree that the song "plays it safe". NME noted it’s a "nice, safe, mid-paced sleigh ride" with simple lyrics designed for universal appeal.

Reviews for Ed Sheeran and Elton John ’s "" generally range from finding it "phenomenally catchy" to labeling it an "undercooked turkey." While it successfully dominated the charts upon its 2021 release, critics were split on whether its heavy use of festive tropes was charming or just cynical. Critical Consensus ed_sheeran_elton_john_merry_christmas_official_...

: Reviewers from The Independent described the track as "just fine," noting it isn't brilliant but isn't "offensively bad" either. : Most reviews agree that the song "plays it safe"

: Critics from The Telegraph gave it a 4/5 , praising it as a "phenomenally catchy" addition to the holiday canon that has the potential to become a classic. : A lower 2

: The video is widely considered a highlight, featuring humorous parodies of classic Christmas videos like Wham!’s "Last Christmas" and East 17’s "Stay Another Day".

: A lower 2.22/5 , with users often criticizing it for being uninventive and relying on tired cliches. Discogs : 3.68/5 from community ratings. Ed Sheeran & Elton John: Merry Christmas review