The Living Sea: Soundtrack from the IMAX Film cover

The Living Sea: Soundtrack from the IMAX Film

Sting · 1995

52 min · 13 tracks · jazz · new wave · reggae

An ethereal blend of orchestral textures and Sting's signature vocals evokes the ocean's beauty and fragility.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • ethereal soundscapes for relaxation
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • immersive listening during solitude
  • cascading melodies evoke nature
  • reflective moments of tranquility

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • seek high-energy party music

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1995, Sting was firmly established as a solo artist following his successful career with The Police. 'The Living Sea' marked his foray into film soundtracks, showcasing his ability to translate environmental themes into musical form, coming off the heels of his acclaimed album 'Ten Summoner's Tales' released in 1993.
Stylistic neighbors
Peter Gabriel· David Bowie· Paul Simon

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fragile 3:24
  • 2 Why Should I Cry for You? 2:56
  • 3 Cool Breeze 3:48
  • 4 Mad About You 6:17
  • 5 Ocean Waltz 3:08
  • 6 One World (Not Three) / Love Is the Seventh Wave 4:44
  • 7 Why Should I Cry for You? 6:31
  • 8 Saint Agnes and the Burning Train 2:43
  • 9 Tides 3:08
  • 10 Why Should I Cry for You? 6:57
  • 11 Arrival 1:40
  • 12 Jellyfish Lake 3:00
  • 13 Fragile (reprise) 3:53

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