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Duets

Sting · 2021

70 min · 17 tracks · jazz · new wave · reggae

Intimate vocal duets weave through a tapestry of genres, blending jazz, pop, and soul with emotional depth.

Why this album works

Best for
intimate late-night conversations steady emotional flow throughout reflective moments of connection
Context
Released in 2021, 'Duets' is a retrospective album featuring collaborations from Sting's extensive career. This compilation followed his last studio album, '57th & 9th,' and showcases his ability to reinterpret past hits alongside various artists. At this stage, Sting was reflecting on his legacy while continuing to explore new musical partnerships.
If you like
jazz, new wave, reggae

Duets is an album by Sting, released in 2021. Intimate vocal duets weave through a tapestry of genres, blending jazz, pop, and soul with emotional depth. 'Duets' reached the top 10 in several countries, including the UK and France, demonstrating Sting's enduring popularity. Critics noted the album's unique approach to revisiting classic songs in duet form, breathing new life into familiar tracks and resonating with audiences across generations. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Duets sound like?

Intimate vocal duets weave through a tapestry of genres, blending jazz, pop, and soul with emotional depth. Rooted in jazz and new wave.

What makes Duets by Sting notable?

'Duets' reached the top 10 in several countries, including the UK and France, demonstrating Sting's enduring popularity. Critics noted the album's unique approach to revisiting classic songs in duet form, breathing new life into familiar tracks and resonating with audiences across generations. Released in 2021, 'Duets' is a retrospective album featuring collaborations from Sting's extensive career. This compilation followed his last studio album, '57th & 9th,' and showcases his ability to reinterpret past hits alongside various artists. At this stage, Sting was reflecting on his legacy while continuing to explore new musical partnerships.

Who is Duets for?

Duets works well if you're into intimate late-night conversations, steady emotional flow throughout and reflective moments of connection.

How many songs are on Duets?

Duets has 17 tracks, running approximately 70 minutes.

Tracklist

17 tracks·70:41

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Little Something 2:42
  • 2 It’s Probably Me 5:02
  • 3 Stolen Car 3:21
  • 4 Desert Rose Standout 4:47
  • 5 Rise & Fall 4:46
  • 6 Whenever I Say Your Name 5:24
  • 7 Don’t Make Me Wait 3:35
  • 8 Reste 3:49
  • 9 We'll Be Together 3:52
  • 10 L'amour c'est comme un jour 4:08
  • 11 My Funny Valentine Standout 4:53
  • 12 Fragile 4:25
  • 13 Mama 3:18
  • 14 September 3:27
  • 15 Practical Arrangement 4:35
  • 16 None of Us Are Free 4:03
  • 17 In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning 4:28

Release Date

March 19, 2021

Genre

jazz, new wave, reggae

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

70 min 41 sec