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  • SO CATCHY!| FIRST TIME HEARING The Police - Message In A bottle REACTION
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  • @brendanfromireland
    @brendanfromireland Před rokem +639

    It wasn't his bottle that washed up, it was all the other people that were alone sending bottles in return... So he realised he's not alone at being alone.

    • @surfpsych
      @surfpsych Před rokem +48

      "Seems I'm not alone in being alone" ---- shared situation. We're all lost.

    • @lperea21
      @lperea21 Před rokem +10

      I interpreted it this way as well. Also saw it as the fans singing the song back to him in concert.

    • @lowracer1
      @lowracer1 Před rokem +11

      Thanks so much for correcting their interpretation. Saved me some time...lol

    • @VoodooApex
      @VoodooApex Před rokem +20

      I think it’s that the bottles were other ppl that happened to feel alone as well. Not that they sent them to him. The messages just happened upon his shore. Basically saying that he realized that ppl from all walks and situations feel alone too

    • @thorolsen8057
      @thorolsen8057 Před rokem +6

      Listen to Walking on the Moon and Murder by Number are also good

  • @edallen3662
    @edallen3662 Před rokem +326

    Stewart Copeland one of my all-time favorite drummers

    • @ericwillison4011
      @ericwillison4011 Před rokem +14

      Spot on. So Underrated.

    • @TheRatsCast
      @TheRatsCast Před rokem +11

      I'm a big fan of Copeland. I really had to hold back; when I met him years later. I was living in Las Vegas, and working at the Fashion Show mall, now known as the Primm Outlets, in Primm NV. Copeland was living in Vegas at the time. So one day; he came down to the Stateline to shop are the outlets. Everyone else I knew; said what a jerk he was, but I found him a lovely person. However; I treated him like any other customer, everyone everyone else treated him like the Super Star he is. So I got a smile, and Thank you very much, while everyone one else, got nothing.
      I'm sure there will bet those who want to know what proof I have, but why make up a story like that. A simple exchange between customer and story employee; just the customer happened to be one of the greatest drummers who ever lived. It's not like it was someone overly glamorous; or anything. So why lie?

    • @Lexy-O
      @Lexy-O Před rokem +8

      An all time great drummer

    • @Mr.Dobalina_Mr.BobDobalina
      @Mr.Dobalina_Mr.BobDobalina Před rokem +7

      @@ericwillison4011 Is he though? I think most musicians - especially drummers - know how great he is. He's up there with Jeff Porcaro, Neil Peart, Carter Beauford, Bernard Purdie, and Hal Blaine, among other greats.

    • @gotham61
      @gotham61 Před rokem +9

      He went to my school!

  • @JohnMacRae23
    @JohnMacRae23 Před rokem +144

    Funny how, younger generations have no idea how huge this band was. Just a powerhouse - 5 brilliant albums filled with hits, in such a short run, then Sting going on to have a great solo career.

    • @John_Locke_108
      @John_Locke_108 Před rokem +2

      But this dude must be at least 40 just going by his looks. Did he spend the 80's on a deserted island?

    • @aisaxonawiat6484
      @aisaxonawiat6484 Před rokem +1

      @@John_Locke_108 .... he has a propensity for saying a lot of stupid things and still hasn't realized that people want to hear the music more than his opinions.

    • @matinmirnaghibi5846
      @matinmirnaghibi5846 Před rokem +3

      Don't lump us all together 😆 I'm around their age and listen to nothing but music from 70s and 80s since I was kid actually going to see sting live this week 🙌

    • @aisaxonawiat6484
      @aisaxonawiat6484 Před rokem +1

      @@user-sr4fq9vh7f ...... everything I said is right on the money whether you like it or not.

    • @ValentinasWatching
      @ValentinasWatching Před rokem

      Absolutely! 💕👍

  • @Bill_Jones.
    @Bill_Jones. Před rokem +84

    Andy Summers is such an underrated guitarist. He comes up with such melodic chords and creative voicings that he should have been given more credit with developing The Police “sound.” They worked so well together to produce quality songs.

    • @jorgejaime4325
      @jorgejaime4325 Před rokem +9

      If anybody wants to play the guitar part of this song, better do some hand calisthenics beforehand 🙃

    • @brettfolkerth7612
      @brettfolkerth7612 Před rokem +3

      @@jorgejaime4325 I was going to say the same thing! ow ow ow

    • @istvangranicz5082
      @istvangranicz5082 Před rokem +5

      I do not think Andy was underrated... they were world fcukin famous bro

    • @thewomble1509
      @thewomble1509 Před 10 měsíci

      Sting wrote the basic guitar parts , including the "stretchy" chords but Summers developed the instantly recognisable guitar sound.

    • @jaycutts8054
      @jaycutts8054 Před 9 měsíci

      He’s very rated in the UK

  • @canonfodder2068
    @canonfodder2068 Před rokem +351

    Amber...after he sees a hundred million bottles washed up on the shore, he says, "Seems I'm not alone in being alone." The bottles are from other people who feel the same way, so the song is a little uplifting reminding us that others feel the same, so maybe we aren't alone after all.

    • @sparkyth67
      @sparkyth67 Před rokem +2

      They never listen close enough to the lyrics so they either never get it or don't care they have become more and more phony

    • @joycemiller7908
      @joycemiller7908 Před rokem +9

      @@sparkyth67 nu-uh!

    • @FXMAN66
      @FXMAN66 Před rokem +17

      @@sparkyth67 then why are you here? You wanna tell me you catch the meaning to a song’s lyrics every time, the first time you hear them? I would have to call BS.

    • @lynnhettrick7588
      @lynnhettrick7588 Před rokem +19

      @@sparkyth67 Quite the opposite. Usually they are spot on with the meaning or lyrics, or least want to learn more. I'm always amazed at how accurate Amber is with the feeling and meaning, while Jay picks out the instruments he hears. I find them very authentic and sweet!

    • @sparkyth67
      @sparkyth67 Před rokem

      @@joycemiller7908 snappy comeback

  • @thekenzosh
    @thekenzosh Před rokem +84

    The bass line in this tune helped define the era!!

    • @canonfodder2068
      @canonfodder2068 Před rokem +1

      And the bass on Walking on the Moon is *smooching fingers* !! This album is still so fun to listen to.

  • @ValentinasWatching
    @ValentinasWatching Před rokem +36

    Sting - the lead singer - plays the bass. I love the bass and drums in this song! Stewart Copeland - the drummer - is one of the most badass drummers ever. You can feel his love for reggae and his jazz training all in one. 💕👍

  • @Shrykespeare
    @Shrykespeare Před rokem +178

    Sting is one of the best frontmen in music history, hands down. Great musician, GREAT lyricist. I hope you check out more of his solo stuff, but for more Police jams, try "King of Pain", "Demolition Man", "Spirits in the Material Worlds", "Walking On the Moon", "Wrapped Around Your Finger", and "Don't Stand So Close To Me". Saw them live once... Stewart Copeland is a vastly underrated drummer, and it wouldn't be complete without Andy Summers' wonderful guitar playing.

    • @TheAcarch2
      @TheAcarch2 Před rokem +3

      All good stuff. Cheers!

    • @keithroberts4952
      @keithroberts4952 Před rokem +4

      Stewart copeland is an amazing drummer! I believe the late Taylor hawkins was greatly influenced by him! I used to air drum along to stewart's playing esp on every little thing and bed's too big without you.

    • @popegeorgeringo
      @popegeorgeringo Před rokem +6

      Stewart Copeland is not underrated! He is is in the Hall Of Fame.. he’s in the Drummer Happ Of Fame.. and is mentioned constantly as one of the
      greats.

    • @dougiemilnephotography756
      @dougiemilnephotography756 Před rokem +5

      Stewart Copeland is one hell of a drummer. But I wouldn't call him underrated.
      If anyone is underrated in The Police, it is Sting as a bass player. Everyone knows him so well as the lead singer and composer of all of their hits, as well as his own solo career, but his bass work tends to get overshadowed.

    • @xxJOKeR75xx
      @xxJOKeR75xx Před rokem +1

      @@dougiemilnephotography756 Sting is underrated period. At least judging from the number of reactions here on youtube.

  • @sean_b_drummer
    @sean_b_drummer Před rokem +50

    Probably their most ROCKIN' song... Synchronicity II 🔥🔥🔥

    • @proudmoon3
      @proudmoon3 Před rokem +3

      "Synchronicity 2" is a must-listen, for sure! ♥

    • @mkmstillstackin
      @mkmstillstackin Před rokem +1

      No doubt my favorite Police song!

    • @nuwavedave
      @nuwavedave Před rokem +1

      Give "Next To You" a listen. Now, that's ROCKIN'! czcams.com/video/ifybcr2Goag/video.html

  • @marleybob3157
    @marleybob3157 Před rokem +73

    I received a Walkman as a gift in 1984 (trust me, it was a big deal back then). The very first cassette I got was The Police "Synchronicity" and it was eye opening. I immediately went out and bought their first two LP's, "Outlandos D'Amour" and "Reggatta De Blanc." The opening song on "Reggatta De Blanc" is "Message in a Bottle." Talk about leading off strong and making me want to hear more!

    • @lowracer1
      @lowracer1 Před rokem +7

      Too funny. I got a Toshiba personal cassette player in 1984. Bought the same Police cassette as you for a first purchase.

    • @feliciachaste
      @feliciachaste Před rokem +3

      Synchronicity is in my top albums of all time list.

    • @bamachine
      @bamachine Před rokem

      This was also my first normal album on cassette. I did have a couple of K-Tel compilation albums first. I did not get my Walkman until '85 though.

    • @eddiemckenna9414
      @eddiemckenna9414 Před rokem +1

      I got a Walkman too. My go to on that was rush... exit stage left

    • @petevan8942
      @petevan8942 Před rokem

      That was the first album I ever bought,got it in Woolworths...played it to death, fantastic

  • @Newfie-zc7ug
    @Newfie-zc7ug Před rokem +6

    The Police and The Cars....tore the 80's apart with all their hits ! Peace and Love

  • @taniaPBear
    @taniaPBear Před rokem +50

    They had such a unique sound, much to do with Stings voice, but also being a three piece, each of the instruments stand out. Such a cool sound that just instantly transports you back in time.

  • @PureMetalBanzai
    @PureMetalBanzai Před rokem +38

    Stewart Copeland is one of the most underrated drummers ever.

    • @ML-jk3sz
      @ML-jk3sz Před rokem +5

      What!? He's like in the top ten of all time drummers. Ever!

    • @IsraelBenitez-ev7mj
      @IsraelBenitez-ev7mj Před rokem

      No he isn't...he normally makes top 5 in EVERY LIST

    • @rockandrollpaddy
      @rockandrollpaddy Před 4 měsíci

      Nonsense. He's anything but underrated. Regularly in top 10 lists.

  • @magicmike6961
    @magicmike6961 Před rokem +52

    These guys are musician's musicians. they are not flashy and showy, they just deliver all the time. Absolutely the best band ever

    • @tomasgonzalezmarin6118
      @tomasgonzalezmarin6118 Před rokem +1

      And one of the most influencial bands for Latinamerican rock. Regards from Chile!

  • @TheDivayenta
    @TheDivayenta Před rokem +46

    A masterpiece. You gotta see Walking On the Moon by them next. Stewart Copeland on drums is a genius.

  • @josephscally6270
    @josephscally6270 Před rokem +52

    I have always enjoyed the uniqueness of Sting both his voice and his writing. He is the bass player as well.

    • @genataylor460
      @genataylor460 Před rokem

      He played one of the key roles in the movie Dune, and did a fantastic job. You all might want to check that movie out for one of your movie reviews. It was very true to the outstanding novel of the same name.

  • @jeffjones6221
    @jeffjones6221 Před rokem +24

    When the police came out, they were different from anything out there. Sting is the bass player and singer.

  • @PaulArk
    @PaulArk Před rokem +19

    Time to add "Synchronicity 1", "Synchronicity 2", "Don't Stand So Close To Me", "King of Pain", and "Wrapped Around Your Finger" to the queue of Police songs. Sting's solo work is also astounding

  • @billc.5861
    @billc.5861 Před rokem +55

    I’ll say it again and again and again. Stewart Copland is such a great drummer So interesting in his approach & with his Latin/ Jazz touch So cool and a huge influence on me as a drummer way way way back in my High School days. Lol. Thanks guys.

    • @0okamino
      @0okamino Před rokem +3

      Quite versatile as well. Even though I had heard it so many times, I didn’t realize the theme for the TV show _The Equalizer_ was by the great Stewart Copeland until years after the show’s run had ended.

    • @chipsmith7441
      @chipsmith7441 Před rokem +3

      Me, too. My first kit was a black Tama six-piece, largely because of him. Stewart Copeland’s cymbal work is so distinctive Peter Gabriel had him play high hats on “Red Rain” on the “So” album. Not drum set, just hats. And you can tell within two seconds after the song starts it’s him. Amazing.

    • @billc.5861
      @billc.5861 Před rokem

      I didn’t know he did that on those albums. I’m going to give it a listen. Tama is a great kit, I was dumb enough to get rid of my early 60s Ludwig I was playing for a shiny new Guitar Center special Pearl kit. Not a very wise move Ha! Still have it though along with a Roland. Keep playing bud.

    • @Johnny_Socko
      @Johnny_Socko Před rokem +2

      @@0okamino Copeland's involvement was one of the reasons why I started watching The Equalizer when it came out. That was a show that did things differently from every other "private eye" show, and that's what made it so great. As far as I know, Stewart Copeland composed the music for all but two episodes. (The recent movie versions, however well-made they may be, missed the point of the show IMO.)

    • @kojiattwood
      @kojiattwood Před rokem +1

      @@Johnny_Socko He did a great job with the soundtrack to Wall Street.

  • @jacqueline4514
    @jacqueline4514 Před rokem +38

    Oh yeah, this was one of those Police songs that we’d dance to, not just listen. The best Police dance song: “VOICES IN MY HEAD”. Jay: BIG BASS ALERT on that one ❤

  • @TheRealProdigy
    @TheRealProdigy Před rokem +7

    “Love can mend your life but love can break your heart” true words

  • @TheNotedHero
    @TheNotedHero Před rokem +12

    The guy playing the bass is the lead singer, Sting, who you've reacted to before. His solo career has spanned decades. Brilliant songwriter and performer and I can't wait to see him live again in a few weeks!

  • @Mcbuzz37
    @Mcbuzz37 Před rokem +21

    "Wrapped Around your finger", "Synchronicity II" , "Secret Journey ", "Tea in the Sahara" all fantastic songs by the Police they have a great catalog for you to hear.

  • @Julieroo28
    @Julieroo28 Před rokem +22

    Now this is my Police jam!! ❤

  • @benshafer5198
    @benshafer5198 Před rokem +91

    Epic song about loneliness written by their singer/songwriter Sting. He did a really poignant version of this song after he went solo, just him playing an acoustic, no lights except one spotlight, on topic in front of 20,000+ adoring fans. The irony was something to behold. Amazing band with one of the best drummers of all time. Lucky enough to see them in '84 and Sting solo before the Pandemic, in which he played a bunch of early Police tracks. You guys must check out 'Walking on the Moon.' Cheers!

    • @guitarman8462
      @guitarman8462 Před rokem +2

      I think I know what version you're talking about . But he has one like that in 1981 " The Policeman's Other Ball " . Check that one

    • @chavamor4473
      @chavamor4473 Před rokem +4

      I second "walking on the moon". Wonderful song, It's one of my favorites.

    • @guitarman8462
      @guitarman8462 Před rokem +2

      @@chavamor4473 "' So Lonely " and much more

  • @RetiredAF2021
    @RetiredAF2021 Před rokem +36

    The lead singer is Sting, also a great solo career.

    • @LMmccallL57
      @LMmccallL57 Před rokem +5

      @Alex B
      I've been trying to get them to listen to his solo work for ages. They recently reacted to "Fields Of Gold".

    • @xzonia1
      @xzonia1 Před rokem +1

      Yes, love him! After listening to this song, I like to follow up with Sting's song Saint Augustine in Hell. Very different song, but same mood to me. :)

    • @michellegouin3007
      @michellegouin3007 Před rokem +3

      @@xzonia1 I would like them to do "Englishman in New York" or "Russians" for Sting solo.

    • @xzonia1
      @xzonia1 Před rokem +3

      @@michellegouin3007 I'd be happy with that. I'd like them to eventually listen to all of his solo songs. He's one of my all-time favorite singers. :)

  • @alainvachon6255
    @alainvachon6255 Před rokem +13

    Saw The Police back in 1979. They played all songs from their two first albums... incredible sounding band for only 3 musicians.

  • @chantellecline6945
    @chantellecline6945 Před rokem +5

    One of my favorite things about The Police is that Reggae influence you can here. I feel like with this song you really hear it. As a kid listening to them I didn't really know but coming back as an adult man I just forget how awesome they really were.

  • @surlechapeau
    @surlechapeau Před rokem +108

    Jay &Amber, You'll love their "Spirits In The Material World", "Walking On The Moon", "So Lonely" and many more!!!!
    edit- Sting is the lead singer and plays the bass.

    • @Shrykespeare
      @Shrykespeare Před rokem +8

      Wonder how they'd feel about "De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da". lol

    • @debsparbel8325
      @debsparbel8325 Před rokem +3

      Sting is also the main song writer for the band.

    • @danielwalker1538
      @danielwalker1538 Před rokem +5

      Walking on the moon ❤

    • @nickimontie
      @nickimontie Před rokem +5

      King of Pain is my favorite but they would have to do Weird Al's King of Suede after...

    • @kbusby4824
      @kbusby4824 Před rokem +4

      Wrapped Around Your Finger is also great.

  • @keithlevin4642
    @keithlevin4642 Před rokem +27

    Great reaction. My favorite band in high school.
    Sting - Lead Vocals, Bass
    Andy Summers - Lead Guitar
    Stewart Copeland - Drums
    Walking On The Moon, So Lonely, De Doo Doo Doo, De Da Da Da...all bangers.

  • @michaelrocha8504
    @michaelrocha8504 Před rokem +16

    This song is very near and dear to me. This is the first Police song I ever heard. When I was learning to play the drums I’m middle school, this song came on the radio one day while my dad was taking me to school. He told me to listen to the high hat and the snare. It got me so excited to want to learn to be a better performer. Stewart Copeland is one of my all time favorite drummer and this song really shows his level of talent.

  • @becomethestar
    @becomethestar Před rokem +13

    My favorite Police song. The drums are incredible and with a pretty deep message. It's so underrated.

  • @rubyswaim1441
    @rubyswaim1441 Před rokem +5

    There are so many rhythms going on at the same time...and there's only one drummer, Stewart Copeland. Brilliant.

  • @foxandscout
    @foxandscout Před rokem +32

    This is the first song I heard by the Police and I was an instant fan. Love the lyrics. Now decades later, lead singer Sting has a long storied solo career, with tons of really superb songs. The other two also have long solo careers with much success.

  • @Haleyboy007
    @Haleyboy007 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Love when he finds all those bottles on the shore and the lyric goes “Seems I’m not alone in being alone” Hits harder now than it did to me back in the 80’s.

  • @TZ61
    @TZ61 Před rokem +15

    "Sending out an S.O.S."
    Repeat 24 times. L.O.L.
    Their best single, driven by
    the relentless rhythm section.
    Stewart Copeland, still one of
    my favorite drummers.

  • @JohnnyUtah15
    @JohnnyUtah15 Před rokem +8

    This is my jam! Please add “Walking On The Moon.”

  • @trjbrew
    @trjbrew Před rokem +15

    From the same album "Walking on the Moon" is a must hear, and for Jay, if you love the bass you have to hear "Voices inside my head".

    • @neonpark1874
      @neonpark1874 Před rokem +1

      Another one with a catchy bass line...The Bed's Too Big Without You.

  • @MySundin13
    @MySundin13 Před rokem +2

    The Police were a supergroup....Sting on Bass.... Stewart Copeland known as one of the most innovative drummer's ever., Andy Summers on guitar and created the "police sound".

  • @MK-gv7qr
    @MK-gv7qr Před rokem +3

    1983-84 they were the biggest band in the world.

  • @regopark
    @regopark Před rokem +8

    Synchronicity is their best album! "King of Pain" is my fav

    • @asticou
      @asticou Před rokem +1

      By far their best. The song Sychronicty. Side 2 of the original album is one of my favourites.

  • @pattimurphyrocks
    @pattimurphyrocks Před rokem +5

    Oh the Police, they make me almost cry...it is just beautiful. At the same time, they make you want to jump up and dance. The sound is unlike any other. They were so lovely. The rhythms are incredibly beautiful. I love them. I saw them just once. Oingo Boingo opened the show. Years later I saw Sting and he was great of course. This song, like Roxanne, Don't Stand So Close and countless others, play out almost like a movie. Every song is a fully emotional experience. I have so much respect for The Police. Mr. Copeland is one of my favorite drummers of all time.

  • @juliansuarez8809
    @juliansuarez8809 Před rokem +1

    Sending out an SOS is a serious earworm!!

  • @user-or1ye3iz6d
    @user-or1ye3iz6d Před rokem +1

    The Police "SYNCHRONICITY" and "WRAPPED AROUND MY FINGER" (original videos) So awesome ❤️❤️

  • @kingbrutusxxvi
    @kingbrutusxxvi Před rokem +9

    Check out Sting's solo version of this from "The Secret Policemen's Other Ball." It was 1982 so the quality isn't perfect but it's such an awesome performance and arrangement that it almost seems like another song.

  • @debbiedebster5806
    @debbiedebster5806 Před rokem +11

    It means I've been hella overserved lol but this is what I'll sing at karaoke night... or Romeo Void "Never Say Never" 🍸😂
    such an excellent song & band! ❤✌

    • @trjbrew
      @trjbrew Před rokem +5

      Romeo Void! Great suggestion!!!

    • @debbiedebster5806
      @debbiedebster5806 Před rokem +1

      @@trjbrew blast from the past!! I think they'd love it!!😃

  • @joanlajara3939
    @joanlajara3939 Před rokem +1

    Jay!!!! This is Sting singing lead and playing bass! It sounds like you didn’t know? Love this song and Da do da da!!! Live early Police!!!

  • @ronnix23
    @ronnix23 Před rokem +4

    That slap bass method you were talking about was invented by Larry Graham who was the bass player for Sly & the Family Stone. I believe you've only done them once, and they have tons of great songs. Hope you can get back to them soon.

  • @proudliberal605
    @proudliberal605 Před rokem +7

    A hidden Sting gem: I don't know if you have reacted to "Money for Nothing" by Dire Straits, but Sting is singing "I want my MTV" or "Money for nothing and chicks for free" in the background throughout the song. He really adds another level to it as that video was probably the defining MTV video of its time. They played the heck out of it. It was like the network anthem.
    Sting also played an awesome villain in the original movie "Dune".

    • @keithbrown7685
      @keithbrown7685 Před rokem +2

      Sting also harmonized with Mark's vocals.

    • @ericwillison4011
      @ericwillison4011 Před rokem +3

      Interesting side note, the "I want my MTV" verse is a slowed down version, note for note, of the chorus "Don't stand so close to me."

    • @kathleenhickman5240
      @kathleenhickman5240 Před rokem +1

      Checks for free.

  • @michaelcoffey1991
    @michaelcoffey1991 Před rokem +12

    In my top 5 Police Songs of all time as far as favorites go. Sting had as many hits outside his run in The Police as he did solo for me. Was a treat to see you all enjoy another classic

  • @jean-yvesmartin6934
    @jean-yvesmartin6934 Před rokem +1

    I'm old enough to remember "The Police" coming out, and everybody thought , well that's different and pretty cool

  • @maxsmiley7191
    @maxsmiley7191 Před rokem +1

    I'm old enough to remember when they were on top, one of my fave bands all time, great reaction

  • @gerardoreyes602
    @gerardoreyes602 Před rokem +5

    The movie with Kevin Costner and Robin Wright is awesome and emotional. The song is amazing 👏

  • @rbash
    @rbash Před rokem +4

    Love it! This and Roxanne are exactly how I imagine that early Police sound when I was in high school. Sounded so new and fresh against the backdrop of late 70s rock and disco. Good times!

  • @kingcassius2586
    @kingcassius2586 Před rokem +2

    There's a LOT of guitar in the song.
    The hundred billion bottles washed up on the shore represents that everyone else is lonely too. The lyric "Seems I'm not alone in being alone.. hundred billion castaways.. looking for a home"

    • @tanisdevelopment
      @tanisdevelopment Před rokem +3

      I couldn't believe when he said there was hardly any guitar (other than bass)!

  • @jasonremy1627
    @jasonremy1627 Před rokem +1

    The guitar riff in this is surprisingly hard. Andy Summers left hand must be super flexible...

  • @RSimoes10
    @RSimoes10 Před rokem +3

    Hey, you've no idea how huge The Police were in the early 1980s. They were like The Beatles for a couple of years. And Message In a Bottle is a perfect tune, absolutely incredible.

  • @marybaillie8907
    @marybaillie8907 Před rokem +4

    This was their first single from their second album, "Reggatta De blanc", White Reggae.
    The song was a metaphor for being lonely and realising there are lots of people struggling too. This was the last song they played in 1986, before breaking up. They sang it one more time in 1992 at Sting's wedding, a drunk version. Great instrumentation and vocals .are for a super tune. Great reaction. Buckets of Maple Syrup love from Canada ❤️ ❤️ 🇨🇦🇨🇦

  • @barblessable
    @barblessable Před 10 měsíci +1

    Stewart works so hard ,his drum fills are so crucial to the Police sound.

  • @2eleven48
    @2eleven48 Před rokem

    You forget just what an astounding voice Sting has.

  • @bertisjordan1085
    @bertisjordan1085 Před rokem +3

    There is truly a rabbit hole to dive into when listening to The Police one of those bands that defined 80's music.
    "Walking On The Moon" "De Do Do" "Don't Stand So Close To Me" "Every Breath You Take" "King Of Pain" "Can't Stand Losing You"
    Sting is the lead singer/bassist, Andy Summers the guitarist and Stewart Copeland the drummer. Copeland is probably my favorite drummer. Incredible on a small set (compared to what many others use).

  • @dawnngray278
    @dawnngray278 Před rokem +5

    Stewart Copeland is a beast on the drums !!! Sting the lead singer is the bass player. King of Pain & Wrapped Around Your Finger are 2 of their bests.

  • @coolbyrne8676
    @coolbyrne8676 Před rokem

    "Seems I'm not alone in being alone" is one of the greatest lines/self-reflections of all time.

  • @patrickhughes2193
    @patrickhughes2193 Před rokem

    Sting, Lead Singer, Left-handed Bassist for The Police. Love the Energy!!!

  • @angelalacour2384
    @angelalacour2384 Před rokem +3

    Don't Stand So Close to Me and Every Little Thing She Does is Magic are probably my favorite songs by The Police.

  • @vandergod
    @vandergod Před rokem +3

    My favorite version of this song is an acoustic Sting version from “The Secret Policeman’s Other Ball” from the early 80’s (I think). It’s slower and more moody but is so well done. He also sings “Roxanne” that way. Phenomenal!

  • @luckyspurs
    @luckyspurs Před 23 dny

    This is so fun as a 34 year old Brit, watching young Americans find out about incredible music in real time.

  • @kbusby4824
    @kbusby4824 Před rokem +2

    I was fortunate to see The Police on the Ghost in the Machine tour in 1982. It was fantastic. So many great tracks.

  • @marks9140
    @marks9140 Před rokem +4

    'bout time you got to this Police song! I think it is in the top three to five greatest police songs. It really shows off what was so great about this band. Fabulous rhythm section; and Jay, there is actually a lot more guitar work in this song than you realize - providing tons of atmosphere. They are one of the bands that I really regret never seeing live.

    • @carlpeterson8182
      @carlpeterson8182 Před rokem

      I agree this one Every Little Thing She does is Magic are my two favorites. Then there is a very long list of ties for #3.

    • @allenlocke1935
      @allenlocke1935 Před rokem

      ...and Stewart Copeland's drumming is off the chains here too:)

  • @ronaldelliott4373
    @ronaldelliott4373 Před rokem +3

    Try two of their best grooves. 1) Voices 2) Walking On The Moon. One of the great catalogs in contemporary music.

  • @esselleanderic
    @esselleanderic Před rokem

    The Police have an amazing catalogue of music - all seriously talented in their own right. More Police please!

  • @mikechiarelli6895
    @mikechiarelli6895 Před 6 měsíci

    This may be their signature song - it was a massive hit when released in Canada & put the police on the map.
    Absolutely love this song.

  • @markmcelligott2542
    @markmcelligott2542 Před rokem +1

    "Don't Stand So Close to Me" and "Spirits in the Material World" are both must songs for the Police!

  • @MrUndersolo
    @MrUndersolo Před 9 měsíci

    All these years later, and I still cannot think of another band that sounds like this. Like three different types of songs in one.

  • @jeffcobb2734
    @jeffcobb2734 Před rokem

    "100 billion castaways, looking for a home." Iconic song.

  • @Doggeslife
    @Doggeslife Před rokem +1

    Taking me back to my late teens here. "Sting" looks like a kid! Man, I'm old. ;-)
    Let the music play on.

  • @TheDesropolis
    @TheDesropolis Před rokem +1

    His name is Sting. You ought to see him in a black and yellow rugby shirt for the full effect.

  • @bryansmith9431
    @bryansmith9431 Před rokem

    This one is a guaranteed 1) Chair Dancing 2) Head Bobbing & Bass Dreaming

  • @Statickification
    @Statickification Před rokem +1

    The Police is my fav rock group of all time.

  • @chadmcnabb281
    @chadmcnabb281 Před rokem +1

    I was born in 1974. Thus i grew up on eighties music. The Police especially is one of those artists that transport me to the eighties especially from 80 to 84 . That's the period of the eighties that is my favorite. The Police just create a mood or ambiance in their music.

  • @magneto7930
    @magneto7930 Před rokem +1

    Such an arresting melody!

  • @donluce4883
    @donluce4883 Před rokem

    Exactly, as stated below!
    Not only was he lonely, 100 million others are lonely too!

  • @lynnhettrick7588
    @lynnhettrick7588 Před rokem +1

    Another one that is a great story is "Synchronicity II". It's one of my favorites!

  • @ars4455
    @ars4455 Před 4 měsíci

    That's the magic of the Sting bass... great bass lines, but simple... it's simple to play once it exists, but difficult to create, to put the right notes in the right places...

  • @julietoddjulie
    @julietoddjulie Před rokem +2

    The Police are legendary…
    Note since you mentioned “slap bass”- If you haven’t yet, Level 42 is a must. Mark is one of the greatest and had some huge 80s charters. Something About You, Lessons in Love…

  • @pedroV2003
    @pedroV2003 Před 5 měsíci

    The Police one of the great bands of all time IMO. Completely unique sound and yet immediately familiar.
    Sting - bass, vocals and composer
    Andy Summers - guitar
    Stewart Copeland - drums

  • @allieren
    @allieren Před rokem

    Several years ago, Sting came to play a show for a concert series at the botanical gardens in town. Fairly large gardens with an amphitheater and a very popular summer concert series that attracts well-known artists. Friend of mine worked at The Body Shop at the mall and was shocked to see him walk in the morning of the show, just after the store opened, to buy some toiletries. This song was playing when she waited on him and after she gave him his bag, he just smiled at her and said, “Good song! “ and left. She of course had to call me immediately and inform me Sting had shopped in her store, and to his own music no less 😂
    ETA: I believe Sting is the one playing bass. Also, I didn’t know you were learning bass, Jay! How exciting! When I was a music major, I played most of the main stringed instruments, including guitar, and the only one I didn’t learn was bass. (And harp, I guess lol) So I am both impressed and a little jealous 😊

  • @kerrihennebury7616
    @kerrihennebury7616 Před 5 měsíci

    Their ska/jazz sound has always been so catchy and unique.

  • @Earcandy73
    @Earcandy73 Před rokem

    I was 6 years old when this came out. You couldn’t go anywhere without hearing it. For some odd reason it made sense then. I loved it!

  • @mascottie
    @mascottie Před rokem +1

    Sing is a great vocalist. He’s only gotten better in time. You should do Don’t Stand So Close To Me and So Lonely

  • @fboomerang
    @fboomerang Před dnem

    If you turn up the volume at the very very end he sings "Sending out an S O BLUE"

  • @kimberleymonari3560
    @kimberleymonari3560 Před rokem +1

    ***********Lead Singer STING is So Talented!

  • @Robbyrool
    @Robbyrool Před 11 měsíci

    Those drums! That bass! That guitar! Each instrument stands out!

  • @Serai3
    @Serai3 Před rokem +2

    The singer is Sting, who you heard sing "Fields of Gold". He became famous with The Police and wrote most of their most famous songs. Check out "The Bed's Too Big Without You," a song from the same album as this one. Really great bluesy vibes. Also: Oh no, honey, that's not what happened. He threw out his bottle hoping someone would respond, and watched and watched - and one day, he did get a response, a hundred billion of them from people just like him. Lonely, shipwrecked, and longing to reach out. The island is a metaphor for the social isolation we feel in the modern world, which was already a big problem back in the early 80's when this song came out. It's only gotten more fitting as the years have gone by, all those people wishing they could connect with a real human soul.

  • @happymethehappyone8300
    @happymethehappyone8300 Před rokem +1

    The Police "King Of Pain"...Nuff Said.

  • @lbh002
    @lbh002 Před rokem +1

    Sting. Sting is the bassist, lead singer, and front man. Sting.

  • @corinaperez226
    @corinaperez226 Před rokem

    This takes me back to junior high. We were all obsessed with this band.

  • @o.viedoian1951
    @o.viedoian1951 Před rokem +1

    You have to do “wrapped around your finger” next for the Police. Soooo good.

  • @silvermountainman2562

    My little brother was an excellent bassist, and could slap with ease. He made himself a thumb ring, out of a thick rubber band, and it sounded great!

  • @danielb2993
    @danielb2993 Před rokem

    "When The World Is Running Down" is my favorite. Such a great beat! Love you guys. Cheers!