Vintage Reggae Soundsystem - Every Breath You Take Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote the song 'Every Breath You Take'?

   'Every Breath You Take' was originally written by Gordon Sumner, better known as Sting, who is the lead vocalist and bassist for the English rock band The Police.

2. What album did 'Every Breath You Take' first appear on?

   'Every Breath You Take' first appeared on The Police's fifth and final studio album, 'Synchronicity,' which was released in 1983.

3. Has 'Every Breath You Take' won any awards?

   Yes, 'Every Breath You Take' has won several awards. It received Grammys in 1984 for Song of the Year and Best Pop Performance By Duo Or Group With Vocal. The music video also won Best Cinematography at the first MTV Video Music Awards in 1983.

4. How long did 'Every Breath You Take' stay at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart?

   'Every Breath You Take' stayed at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for eight weeks, making it one of the biggest hits of 1983 in the United States.

5. Is there a notable cover or sample of 'Every Breath You Take'?

   Yes, Puff Daddy (now known as Diddy) sampled 'Every Breath You Take' in his 1997 hit 'I'll Be Missing You,' a tribute to rapper Notorious B.I.G. This version topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 11 weeks and won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group.

6. Was there any controversy within The Police regarding this song?

   Yes, there were tensions during its recording. Andy Summers contributed significantly with his guitar part but did not receive songwriting credit. Stewart Copeland also mentioned that despite its success, he felt it lacked groove and could have been arranged better by another group.