The Very Best of Sting & The Police
Sting · 1997
75 min · 18 tracks · jazz · new wave · reggae
A seamless blend of rock, reggae, and pop-infused melodies that showcase Sting's lyrical storytelling prowess.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow of classic hits
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- thoughtful reflections during downtime
- background warmth for gatherings
- cathartic moments in solitude
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek experimental sound exploration
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, this compilation came after Sting's successful solo career following his tenure with The Police. By this time, he had already established himself as a prominent solo artist with multiple Grammy Awards and hit albums like 'Ten Summoner's Tales' (1993). This album serves as a reflection of his evolution from frontman to an acclaimed solo musician.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Peter Gabriel· David Bowie· Paul Simon
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Message in a Bottle 4:51
- 2 Can’t Stand Losing You 3:01
- 3 Englishman in New York 4:28
- 4 Every Breath You Take 4:13
- 5 Seven Days 4:39
- 6 Walking on the Moon 5:03
- 7 Fields of Gold 3:40
- 8 Fragile 3:55
- 9 Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic 4:22
- 10 De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da 4:08
- 11 If You Love Somebody Set Them Free 4:16
- 12 Let Your Soul Be Your Pilot (edit) 4:30
- 13 Russians 3:59
- 14 If I Ever Lose My Faith in You 4:30
- 15 When We Dance (edit) 4:17
- 16 Don’t Stand So Close to Me 4:01
- 17 Roxanne 3:14
- 18 Roxanne ’97 (Puff Daddy remix) 4:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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