‘Azizam’ is more than a catchy pop song 🇮🇷 When Ed Sheeran teddysphotos released Azizam (“my dear” in Persian), it was celebrated by Iranians around the world. Narguess Farzad, Senior Lecturer in Persian Studies, unpacks why this song resonated so deeply - and how thoughtful artistic choices can bridge cultures with empathy and appreciation. #SOASExplains #Azizam #EdSheeran