Certifiable: Live in Buenos Aires
The Police · 2008
107 min · 19 tracks · new wave
A vibrant, high-energy live performance capturing The Police at their peak with pulsating rhythms and dynamic stage presence.
Top tracks — play these first
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Roxanne — The band delivers a passionate rendition of this classic, highlighting Sting's vocal intensity and the song's timeless themes of longing and desire. Its extended instrumental segment also showcases the band's musicianship and audience engagement.
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Every Breath You Take — This track stands out for its haunting atmosphere and the emotional weight carried by Sting's vocals, making it a defining moment of the concert. The audience's enthusiastic response underscores its status as one of The Police's most iconic songs.
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Message in a Bottle — The live arrangement infuses fresh energy into this favorite, with a powerful sing-along chorus that captivates the crowd. It effectively conveys the band's ability to connect deeply with their audience during performances.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This live album captures The Police's energetic performances while showcasing their classic hits in a cohesive manner.
What we noticed
- The album features a continuous flow of tracks with minimal pauses, maintaining high energy throughout the performance.
- Several songs are medleys, combining two or more tracks into one seamless performance, enhancing the dynamic experience.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic live performance energy
- wave-like pacing throughout concert
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- electric atmosphere of buenos aires
- cathartic moments of crowd interaction
Maybe skip if you
- prefer studio versions over live
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Revitalized interest in The Police's music after their reunion, showcasing their enduring appeal.
- Career context
- Released on November 11, 2008, 'Certifiable: Live in Buenos Aires' captures The Police during their reunion tour after a long hiatus since their breakup in 1986. This live album showcases the band's enduring popularity and musical chemistry, marking a significant moment in their legacy as they reconnected with fans worldwide.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Talking Heads· The Clash· U2
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Message in a Bottle 5:00
- 2 Synchronicity II 6:23
- 3 Walking on the Moon 6:19
- 4 Voices Inside My Head / When the World Is Running Down, You Make the Best of What's Still Around 7:04
- 5 Don't Stand So Close to Me 4:41
- 6 Driven to Tears 5:50
- 7 Hole in My Life 5:07
- 8 Truth Hits Everybody 4:02
- 9 Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic 4:40
- 10 Wrapped Around Your Finger 6:11
Disc 2
- 1 De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da 4:38
- 2 Invisible Sun 5:03
- 3 Walking in Your Footsteps 4:36
- 4 Can't Stand Losing You / Reggatta De Blanc 6:31
- 5 Roxanne 8:11
- 6 King of Pain 5:18
- 7 So Lonely 6:53
- 8 Every Breath You Take 6:14
- 9 Next to You 5:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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