About this album
Where they were
In 1995, The Police were enjoying the legacy of their past hits while addressing their dissolution in 1986. 'Live!' served as a retrospective, showcasing their greatest tracks after nearly a decade apart. This album emerged during a time when the band's influence was being reassessed, reminding fans and critics alike of their significant impact on rock music.
Why it matters
'Live!' is notable for its comprehensive representation of The Police's catalog, highlighting their chart-topping singles. The album received positive reviews and revitalized interest in the band, demonstrating their lasting appeal and influence within the new wave and rock genres across generations.
Essential tracks
- "Message in a Bottle" — This track epitomizes The Police's knack for merging catchy melodies with deeper themes of isolation and connection. Its live rendition showcases Sting's dynamic vocal delivery and the band's tight instrumentation.
- "Roxanne" — As one of The Police's most iconic songs, 'Roxanne' captures the essence of their sound and lyrical storytelling. The live performance adds urgency to its narrative about longing and desire.
- "Every Breath You Take" — 'Every Breath You Take' stands out due to its haunting melody and complex emotional undercurrents, enhanced by the live environment that underscores its themes of obsession.
Release Date
May 29, 1995
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Next to You 2:57
- 2 So Lonely 7:33
- 3 Truth Hits Everybody 2:33
- 4 Walking on the Moon 4:59
- 5 Hole in My Life 4:08
- 6 Fall Out 2:46
- 7 Bring On the Night 5:16
- 8 Message in a Bottle 4:27
- 9 The Bed’s Too Big Without You 8:51
- 10 Peanuts 3:08
- 11 Roxanne 4:42
- 12 Can’t Stand Losing You 7:54
- 13 Landlord 2:27
- 14 Born in the 50’s 4:18
- 15 Be My Girl / Sally 4:51
Disc 2
- 1 Synchronicity I 2:53
- 2 Synchronicity II 4:44
- 3 Walking in Your Footsteps 4:55
- 4 Message in a Bottle 4:35
- 5 O My God 3:36
- 6 De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da 4:32
- 7 Wrapped Around Your Finger 5:21
- 8 Tea in the Sahara 4:52
- 9 Spirits in the Material World 2:57
- 10 King of Pain 5:53
- 11 Don’t Stand So Close to Me 3:46
- 12 Every Breath You Take 4:37
- 13 Roxanne 6:10
- 14 Can’t Stand Losing You 6:48
- 15 So Lonely 7:30
