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The 63rd edition of the awards, presented by
the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors, saw
Lionel Richie and singer-songwriter Billy Bragg also honored.
Sheeran, who won Songwriter of the Year in 2015, was recognized
again with the same accolade and his chart-topper "Shape of
You", which he co-wrote, won the award for Most Performed Work.
Grime star Stormzy took the Album Award for "Gang Signs &
Prayer", a record that also triumphed at this year's BRIT
Awards, while rapper Dave's political "Question Time" won Best
Contemporary Song.
"You've got a lot of award shows but Ivor only notices your
pen," Stormzy told reporters ahead of the ceremony, adding young
black musicians were being recognized for their work with such
nominations.
"Young black artists, just finally getting our dues ... but
black music is most definitely the most popping thing right
now."
Best Song Musically and Lyrically went to rock band Elbow's
"Magnificent (She Says)".
Bragg was recognized in the Outstanding Contribution to British
Music category, singer-songwriter Cathy Dennis was honored with
Outstanding Song Collection and singer Billy Ocean picked up an
International Achievement award.
"Hello" singer Richie was recognized with a Special
International Award for his songs which "have left an indelible
mark on British music".
(Reporting by Saskia O'Donoghue and Marie-Louise Gumuchian;
Editing by Alison Williams)
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