Every Breath You Take
The Police · 19
8 min · 2 tracks · new wave · post-punk · reggae rock
A haunting blend of new wave and reggae rock, underscored by themes of obsession and longing.
Every Breath You Take is a single by The Police, released in 19. A haunting blend of new wave and reggae rock, underscored by themes of obsession and longing. 'Every Breath You Take' topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for eight consecutive weeks, solidifying The Police’s place in music history. The song's ambiguous themes of love and obsession sparked widespread discussion, leading to various interpretations and cultural references that persist today. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Every Breath You Take sound like?
A haunting blend of new wave and reggae rock, underscored by themes of obsession and longing. Rooted in new wave and post-punk.
What makes Every Breath You Take by The Police notable?
'Every Breath You Take' topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for eight consecutive weeks, solidifying The Police’s place in music history. The song's ambiguous themes of love and obsession sparked widespread discussion, leading to various interpretations and cultural references that persist today. Released in 1983, 'Every Breath You Take' was The Police's final studio album before their breakup. Following the success of their previous album 'Ghost in the Machine', this marked a culmination of their unique sound and the band's evolution into mainstream pop rock.
How many songs are on Every Breath You Take?
Every Breath You Take has 2 tracks, running approximately 8 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Every Breath You Take Standout 4:13
- 2 Murder By Numbers Standout 4:31
Release Date
May 18, 0019
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
8 min 44 sec
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