Released 40 years ago
Every Breath You Take – The Singles
The Police · 1986
67 min · 16 tracks · new wave · post-punk · reggae rock
A quintessential blend of rock, reggae, and new wave melodies that defined the early '80s sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic collection of memorable singles
- wave-like pacing with emotional highs
- for nostalgic sing-alongs
- engaging hooks that invite replay
- late-night reflections on relationships
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer cohesive albums
- seek immediate gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1986, 'Every Breath You Take – The Singles' came after The Police's breakup following their final studio album 'Synchronicity' in 1983. This compilation marked a significant moment as it encapsulated the band's commercial peak and showcased their evolution from punk roots to mainstream superstardom.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Talking Heads· The Clash· U2
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Roxanne 3:12
- 2 Can’t Stand Losing You 2:48
- 3 So Lonely 4:48
- 4 Message in a Bottle 4:49
- 5 Walking on the Moon 5:01
- 6 The Bed’s Too Big Without You 4:24
- 7 Don’t Stand So Close to Me 4:02
- 8 De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da 4:08
- 9 Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic 4:20
- 10 Invisible Sun 3:43
- 11 Spirits in the Material World 2:58
- 12 Synchronicity II 5:00
- 13 Every Breath You Take 4:12
- 14 King of Pain 4:57
- 15 Wrapped Around Your Finger 5:14
- 16 Tea in the Sahara 4:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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