The Police - Wrapped Around Your Finger (Official Music Video)

The Official Music Video for Wrapped Around Your Finger. Taken from The Police - Synchronicity.
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Lyrics:
You consider me the young apprentice
Caught between the Scylla and Charibdis
Hypnotized by you if I should linger
Staring at the ring around your finger
I have only come here seeking knowledge
Things they would not teach me of in college
I can see the destiny you sold
Turn into a shining band of gold
I'll be wrapped around your finger
I'll be wrapped around your finger
Mephistopheles is not your name
But I know what you're up to just the same
I will listen hard to your tuition
And you will see it come to its fruition
I'll be wrapped around your finger
I'll be wrapped around your finger
Devil and the deep blue sea behind me
Vanish in the air you'll never find me
I will turn your flesh to alabaster
When you find your servant is your master
And you'll be wrapped around my finger
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#ThePolice # WrappedAroundYourFinger #Synchronicity

[@TheRealAwesomePossum]

Who's just listening because y'all have good taste in music?

[@jerryd1109]

Just taking a stroll down memory lane

[@garyrossetti2443]

Me!

[@SD-jf7nb]

I see what you're doing and I love it.

[@phile5437]

I just watched a live performance of this song from the reunion tour. I came here to hear the studio version. They're both great, but I'm partial to the live performance because Stewart goes all out on all his percussive toys.

[@KarenKreger-re9co]

​@@jerryd1109me too

[@JupiterFloyd000]

songs like this only come once in a lifetime

[@Townsendcat2]

I agree but I think it would still have done good even in 2024 just because this band did things very different and different is so awesome and still worth doing!!!!!

[@robertmoses5451]

Facts

[@Aroundhere185]

But last a lifetime in one's psyche.

[@NearLife4life]

its the truth

[@SGZ12]

And they remain in our hearts forever

[@joa5262]

When you find your servant is your master... Absolute gold lyrics

[@robertvramirez4323]

My favorite part of the song !

[@estebank4592]

This is art. I'm 51 and still think 70 and 80 are the golden years of music

[@p4u7y]

Esteban K facts 💯💯💯👏👏👏👏

[@p4u7y]

Esteban K these are facts

[@mattyboy47]

You know it 😊

[@carlsrodolfocuevaminier9924]

Thats right my friend, how we can forgive it, was a great time 80'

[@lawrencescales9864]

Esteban K just look harder lol, there’s plenty of great modern music. It’s all happening online.

[@AlessandroOmetto]

I'm 56 and every time I hear this song I fly immediately back to my beloved 80's :-)

[@lovelysosweet8386]

Me too!👏👏👏💖

[@hummumm2537]

Umm Mistress

[@bp6329]

Me too!

[@johnnycarter2283]

let me ask you this i want to see if this is a hard or easy question for you if you could stay young and live your 80s life forever or stay older and have the life you have now which would you pick?

[@klhood6940]

@@johnnycarter2283 easy for me brother I'd stay back in the eighties I'm with the beautiful girl I had in my teens in the eighties I'm 49 now and would love to be there again. Stay safe

[@jts4248]

Love this song! Man wish people could still sing like this. Who is listening to it in 2025? I will never stop

[@sekenamcmurren2217]

😂 3 guys and a bunch of candles and it still rocks better than the music today! 🎵🕯️🕯️🕯️

[@manolog.2026]

This is not a song, it's a masterpiece of the music

[@amg4616]

Holy yes man..exactly 👍👍

[@persianashomeikon221]

This is not a song. It is a piece of art.

[@mattclassic1855]

Yes!!

[@unclesalty7778]

Yup! But when they play it live it becomes priceless garbage!

[@torieowens3978]

L lql

[@hankhill5498]

YOUR RIGHT!

[@thedoranwilliamsshow6863]

@@unclesalty7778 I agree. Some classics do not translate live

[@luiska94]

Someone who appreciates music, knows that this song is pure magic.

[@tracyconner1497]

Luis Carlos Vargas Durán 🤩

[@louismagallon2339]

That freaking bass line gets me

[@BobbyNewb]

'Magick', indeed.

[@spoonman73]

Exactly, it has a mystical quality to it.

[@shawnhapney8784]

Agreed. LA Musica is fantastico!

[@nlopez4978]

My absolute favorite song from the police. A masterpiece 🖤

[@nlopez4978]

I want to play this song at my wedding 🖤

[@SouthScapeMediaGroup]

nothing like it in the world

[@user-uh2qs9tc9i]

my favourite song from the police too. it is indeed a masterpiece.

[@VerticalMARS1]

King of Pain a close 2nd 😎

[@greun]

agree

[@rudolphrmcallister]

The "Andy Shuffle" in slow-mo. A masterpiece.

[@chandlerstewartofficial]

Stewart Copeland is a calculated mastermind on the drums. Not a hit too little, not a hit too much.

[@MultiDrummer09]

Well said...

[@christopherekberg5479]

Hell ya he is one of the best always be in my top 5 I love his Dynamics his accents he plays light and loud the perfect effect for the song

[@pamcurtis2717]

Copeland is absolute genius.... GOAT.

[@elove7796]

All of THESE Gentlemen were & are STILL "GENIUS-Level" MUSICIANS Thoughhh #RealTALK

[@willlastnameguy8329]

Yeah he's pretty good.

[@JS-ii2oh]

Over 8.2 million ppl know what good music is😎

[@tomandrews6233]

Make that 8.8

[@Topfuelm]

9 million please :)

[@PaulaCypressPark]

J vagabond nevermind

[@dolobaby]

gotye

[@prcr5031]

just a great song

[@CelestJackson]

Who’s listening in 2024?

[@nicolasfalcon5632]

Hasta que muera 🤟🏽

[@user-vz7zu5ov4f]

Right now

[@petelawn]

Yes im in bed. And its still amazing

[@amitambienmeduele.]

Mephistopholes

[@jasonhale4639]

I am and I was back in the early 80's too, I remember listening to this on my dad's old motorola B100W tube stereo that we had in the hallway of our farm house growing up. I used to listen to that radio alot when I was very young. That radio always had awesome base sound and was just good sounding radio all around.

[@Edward-ir3oh]

It's been 40 years since Wrapped Around Your Finger was released, and it still sounds as good as it did when it was released in 1983. The Police were no doubt way ahead of their time.

[@jmythngdmb]

Holy shit I’m old

[@jonathanforeman1884]

@@jmythngdmb It can't be 40 years. I remember buying it like it was yesterday.

[@InTheOuter]

Only Sting can effortlessly slip in lyrics about Mephistopheles and the Scylla and Charybdis into a rock song. Genius!!

[@SuperPhunThyme100]

Guy is an absolute wizard with words. You can definitely hear his roots as an english teacher shine through with his lyrical prowess.

[@Methadone4Life]

Indeed!!!

[@milanporopat1157]

Agree100%

[@sometimessnarky1642]

*Marilyn Manson has left the chat*

[@ricomajestic]

@@SuperPhunThyme100 Not just with words but with melodies too!

[@bleep77]

There are certain 80’s songs that give me an overwhelmingly painful and bittersweet sense of nostalgia. This is definitely one of them

[@ninalivingston5129]

With u on that babe

[@calebcraig9707]

Let me have a girlfriend

[@pharoahmiller2117]

Yes indeed.... I agree

[@cherylthompson2731]

Indeed. Sting himself, was going through one of the most heartbreaking times of his life, when this album was recorded. "Wrapped around your finger", "King of pain" and "Every breath you take" are all about the pain of his divorce from his first wife.

[@patriciavergaraq4304]

1111p11111111ppp1ñpñ1111que que bueno

[@vinodn.7068]

Who will again listen tomorrow

[@sergioavila9820]

Forever the Police

[@ronniepennington3025]

These are songs that still sound better than any of today's music.

[@Ashton117]

The 80s had that distinct sound like no other ❤ Love 80s music

[@jaybourne1185]

ronnie... i completely agree with the unique exception of this young lady i ran into a few years ago: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2TPd2WneqZlmdk

[@spirg]

Masterpiece ❤

[@CindyLewis-rz5ym]

😊 😊p P

[@LouisMays-gk8sq]

By a trillion miles TBH buddy God bless you for seeing the truth the light

[@pjrose519]

Still a great song after almost 40 years. The Synchronicity album is a masterpiece!

[@esseen100]

Especially Synchronicity 2 (Reprise)

[@jasintosamora5599]

WHAT was it 83, 84 but that was 1 giant album.

[@parkjamesshaw3189]

Amen PJ rose from PJ Shaw

[@SMCC81]

I agree PJ Rose 🌹

[@ronsworld250]

I agree wholeheartedly. It is one of my favorite albums of all time. Personally, I don’t think there is a dud on the album.

[@aronkaspar6369]

I had my 8 yr old son in the car with me today and they played this song on the classic radio station. When it finished my son said daddy play it again. Warms my heart that some kids of this lost generation can still appreciate wonderful music like this as we did in the 80s.

[@retrodude6215]

I’m 13 and my favorite song is Synchronicity II. This is my second favorite.

[@ipoison3862]

Good taste young man!

[@tammypleasant2958]

Awww!🥰

[@DrOrr]

Lost generation? Smh

[@retrodude6215]

@@DrOrr wdym by lost generation?

[@jeffmargulis4498]

Staggering musical talent, genius songwriting, beautiful videography, and no soul-less auto-tuned vocals. That is why this song stands the test of time.

[@Bronte866]

Well said. I’m in love.

[@javanautski]

Glad they brought their jazz chops to the mainstream. They are masters of their craft, with nothing to prove but just to touch the soul.

[@asoncalledvoonch2210]

" I will turn your face to alabaster, when you find your servant is your master... " Anyone who enjoys lyrics or writing poetry or music knows how epic that lyric is !

[@rastomasstanford7708]

Yes

[@jengriffin152]

Here! Here!

[@michar9242]

Beauty moment

[@littlemarmoset]

Absolutely. And it isn't just that line, but the whole verbal buildup to it (and the instrumental buildup too, of course!). Starting with "Devil and the deep blue sea behind me."

[@littlemarmoset]

One of the thing I absolutely *love* in poetry is the reversal of fortunes! Servant becoming master and vice versa! O fortuna!

[@maryella4047]

" I will turn your face to alabaster when you find your servant is your master " One of the greatest lyrics ever

[@nihilistcentraluk442]

Far too intelligent for today's audiences.One of the things which made music at that time worth listening to...

[@debrawilliams7983]

Mary Ella Sure are!

[@jimblack120]

she has CANCER >> last thx Day ever ... I am master .

[@jimblack120]

i will turn your face to choke > at all Girls want to swallow !!!

[@USHGJDS]

I agree

[@lindaroyer4429]

Real instruments. Real voices. Real lyrics. Real Art. ❤️

[@nihilistcentraluk442]

High intelligence and personality behind it...a lost age

[@jimblack120]

boy linda >

[@samgoy5934]

FAKE PLASTIC

[@goldjmarie]

Secte fake

[@jeremygonzalez2237]

Beats and autotune is art too maybe not for u but for other people and believe or not his voice has autotune in it

[@chriskendall3979]

Their work is still somehow incredibly underrated even today in 2024. So many different styles, no two albums the same. This is a masterpiece in anyone's era or language.

[@StandingLast1]

"Devil on the deep blue sea behind me! Vanish in the air you'll never find me" is my favorite lyric / part of the song.

[@teresemariecloonan.c7739]

This song is one of the most powerful songs ever written.

[@mimmobaia9367]

Yes it is indeed

[@darlabishop124]

Same is but there Lot others so look deeper o sok

[@itsjustnopinionok]

More powerful than "The Lollipop Guild" by the Munckins?

[@Kevinb1821]

Almost feels like it’s really about Stewart Copeland. Being the founder of the band. Then sting basically took control of the band and started to resent him.

[@danodrum]

Agreed. Check My Steel Drum Version - The Police Wrapped Around Your Finger by Dano's Island Sounds kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGnZnoudfs6WqK8 bleep77

[@francesfinney8188]

This song always reminds me of an era gone by when music was music. Growing up, I had a chance to listen to all music. And I am thankful for music, like many great artists that I tuned into as a kid, a teenager, a young adult, and now as a 57 year old young woman. It's amazing how songs bring back memories, good or bad.

[@samesabel2776]

I am 47. I do agree to your comments

[@OHFORPEATSAKES]

50 and feel the same way.

[@ishen3771]

There's is still music that is music today. The shame is that one must search for it; it's not readily found.

[@jaybourne1185]

@@ishen3771 bingo... as an enthusiast of 70s, 80s and some 90s music i had basically given up on modern music a while ago until i ran across this young lady during the pandemic: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2TPd2WneqZlmdk. that kind of unique authenticity and raw talent is just getting overwhelmed by high volume heavily marketed over produced mush and have to dig to find it

[@paulcrawford6911]

63 and feel the same. Wondering what has happened. At least it easily accessible today to revisit.

[@wadsy72701]

I was born October 28, 1975. This is one of the first real songs (not kid's music) I remember liking.

[@Bravo2Zulu]

Proud 80's kid here! This is one phenomenal masterpiece.

[@gorgeousgirlchristy]

This was the last song my late husband and I danced to at a party in August 1985...Five months later he would be diagnosed with terminal Lung Cancer. We had two sons : a 1 1/2 year old and 3 year old ...he would pass away 19 months later...this song takes me back to an innocent loving supremely happy peaceful time❤️

[@ekimnamdets6946]

Cancer sucks, sorry to hear how that went

[@colleenross8752]

😢❤

[@heathersw6731]

It’s a beautiful song to remember your husband by.

[@rodgano2780]

God bless you. Sorry for your loss. But its good you can find happiness in a song such as this one

[@jaguar_44marsh28]

@@colleenross8752 m

[@eliteWRdbrown]

As a 97’ baby, I’m jealous of you guys’ music ! 70s-80s was the best of the best

[@alankeith7866]

Hey Tae! As a '64 baby, I appreciate your love of past generations music! The eighties had I think the biggest variety of one hit wonders ever. But what one hit wonders they were... KZbin is awesome for looking up a lot of wonderful music. Many blessings to you, Alan

[@Auntkekebaby]

But at least you found it. We were spoiled.

[@The.Last.Guitar.Hero.]

Yes it was

[@jenniferwilliams9806]

Young lady enjoy the music I'm 55 years old still enjoying it By the way you have very good taste the Police are good 👍

[@jacquelineiona1996]

You have youth and that's wonderful and you have KZbin! Also wonderful! I saw the Police in 1983 🥰

[@jonathanharris9321]

These are the only police id call if i was in trouble 😁🤦

[@JenHarrell-ms3px]

“Trouble on the deep blue sea BEHIND me, vanish in the air, you’ll never find me””

[@user-hw2wt4qf2j]

DEVIL and the deep blue sea behind me...

[@jewllake]

@@user-hw2wt4qf2j "I will turn your face to Alabaster - when you find your servant is your master" powerful lyrics.

[@hiphopluvva1]

How could you not love this song

[@shannane5171]

It's amazing. Just don't hear music like it anymore.

[@haleyraven.lilrocket9241]

Agreed

[@micjam1986]

My fav police tune

[@johnutley2132]

amen bro

[@vfromthaburg]

YOU ALREADY know bro😊... Sting, (& his band The Police) he came here 2do a job & he did it, stung the hell outta us...ty Sting/The Police..🐝🦂🐜🦟🕷(nvr thought about it, but he never clarified what type of sting the sting came frm..lol)

[@OxycodoneHelpsMyBack]

My grandma was massively into drugs in the early '80's. My mom said even at her worst, she would throw on this album and just chill out the entire time. She eventually got clean a few years later. Thanks, grandma, for the Synchronicity vinyl. Hope you've been at peace the last few years.

[@toddk576]

From a songwriting perspective, this is a masterclass in dynamics. Each of the three masters up their game in the 3rd verse, building the song to a crescendo that’s essentially unmatched in popular music. It’s not about volume. It’s not about tempo - but it is (as Jeff Porcaro would say) about “lope.” The song leaps ahead in the third verse - starting the with bass line, under the “Devil and the deep blue sea behind me” lyric - that’s a perfect “on ramp” to what’s about to come. Stewart plays hi-hat and rim clicks up to this point, but then erupts with tasty share fills, kick drum and ride cymbal (on the chorus) that elevates the song. Andy’s (added) guitar part sounds like an alarm blaring: it’s subtle, but it’s a great guitar “hook” alerting listeners to the upcoming chorus. And the lyrics leading into the third chorus are among Sting’s best (and that’s saying something): “I will turn your face to alabaster: when you'll find your servant is your master: you'll be wrapped around MY finger.” What a brilliant twist! The whole song comes alive, with each musician playing an equal part in building the dynamics. This is how songs can, and should “move”. It’s not quantized. It’s not even about tempo. It’s about chops, mastery of instruments, and songwriting. Thank you Sting, Andy and Stewart.

[@janeydever752]

"when you find you servant is your master" is a very good lyric have to listen to it over and over again

[@JasonSmith-dn1bq]

@janeydever752 yes, it is

[@goodbyepolarbears172]

Came here from Rick Beato's conversation just to hear that lyric that makes Stewart hate this song so much!

[@maristoldboys5466]

"I will turn your face to alabaster..."

[@AbbyAxenty-rv8vh]

An incredible change of power. It went from “I’ll be wrapped around your finger” to “you’ll be wrapped around my finger”. When I found the true message of the song, it just hit so much harder. Truly incredible.

[@enriccoll3908]

Being born in 1964 and fully lived the 80s was the best thing could happen to me. This song is an absolute masterpiece!

[@deannamolnar2082]

64 too. We were so lucky to have experienced the 80's.

[@angiemeza9057]

Born in 65' and I saw the Police in concert when I was a teenager. Best music ever 🎶🎼

[@deannamolnar2082]

@@angiemeza9057 Never saw them. Wish I had.

[@RDeckardN6]

66 born and saw them live in 2008.

[@thedoranwilliamsshow6863]

Yes it is. 1977. I used to watch this on Video One. Richard Blade was the host.

[@sreejanrayhanmahanta9478]

The only problem with this song: It ends

[@danielcubillos1325]

loop it, End the problem.

[@andrewmasc3174]

Lol

[@bp6329]

Thank goodness it does.

[@RS-rw5zp]

So true!

[@716ShaunW]

Sreejan Rayhan Mahanta True

[@RicardoGarcia-qe1kv]

One word to describe this song, masterpiece!❤

[@redskies4530]

Hi I Recommend a song that's called 'The Bond Villain' by Robert Nix

[@Opiumdrainer]

Fucking love it when the guitar changes and the drums kick in towards the end, pure musical energy, love it

[@wujBat]

That moment, exactly

[@TheGracefacekiller]

Same!

[@sunrise_coffee]

If you listen closely, this is the moment when the lyrics change too. It changes from him being the guy running for her (I'll be wrapped...), to the guy becoming the "master", letting go (You'll be wrapped...) and reclaiming his power. Even the listener feels the shift in feelings!

[@KennyEvansUK]

Yeah, Copeland had such a killer snare sound, just cuts through and rocks the whole tune.

[@lanceschultz7132]

Called the "bridge" musical term....and yes.

[@dannycostello1978]

One of the best songs ever written, lyrically and musically.

[@andymatthews7617]

By a fantastic band

[@melvingardner5282]

Well what do u expect?? They are British after all 😊👍🇬🇧

[@jsnterprise9nygra636]

Period!!!

[@zzputra]

And the russians too..what a coinsidence the history repeats.

[@thedoranwilliamsshow6863]

Most definitely

[@mega_tour]

I can't believe this song only has 37M views. People are so dumb. One of the best songs ever!!

[@stefanhubbig-rr3cw]

Leider erkennt nicht jeder was gut ist

[@Joe-nj3bb]

The music has laid back island vibes. 🏝️

[@JamesBrown-jx6ij]

You'll never hear music like this again!! SIMPLY MAGIC!!

[@vordman]

You just don't get intelligence in music anymore. The likes of Dylan, Lennon, Jagger, Townsend, Bowie, Bush, Sting were seriously bright people able to delve into high culture for inspiration. They have no modern equivalents.

[@slim_3]

Macgyver era bravo jeje

[@alanchamberlain9902]

They had people wrapped around their finger back then and still do.

[@thedoranwilliamsshow6863]

I agree.

[@thedoranwilliamsshow6863]

@@tommyzeus2802 Agreed. Music was way better then. So was sports, movies, tv shows, and comedy.

[@SuperPhunThyme100]

I absolutely CANNOT FATHOM that this song is almost 40 years old. Time flies so unapologetically swiftly.

[@joewoo127]

Those were the day's

[@jameslee8519]

Just reminiscing damn those days are never coming back thing's was so Mello 💯

[@jamesbermingham7259]

Well said my fellow intellect

[@ctguitarguy8510]

I am almost 40.....

[@clarkkent3730]

we will be dead before we know it!

[@williamlee4069]

The 80’s for me was the Best, Serving the Navy, traveling and living in San Diego Ca. What a life 😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@user-so4mo9sg8b]

Same here VFA-132

[@a.printup8811]

Same here. AS 31 Holy Loch, Scotland.

[@JacobCarlson-uq1my]

Watching and listening to this feels like sting was way ahead of time. I love you brother

[@johnnyenglish9622]

He was ahead of his time any all the rap crap people listen to lol.

[@wilfredarocho9285]

The Police never gets old, every song still a big hit to me

[@peterlloyd2167]

you are soooo right!

[@matthewb9955]

They are seriously underrated. Just as good as any other great band from the 80s but rarely mentioned among them.

[@Sugarsail1]

Even Peanuts?

[@Sugarsail1]

@@matthewb9955 The Police were actually one of the biggest grossing bands in the 80s. They weren't even in the "just as good as any other band" club they were in a league of their own both in live ticket sales and income which is why they aren't mentioned among the others; they are not comparable, particularly when the musicianship in the 80s was on the decline due to the increased use of sampling and drum machines and less of a need for actual talent.

[@Auntkekebaby]

Forever. Fresh EVERY TIME! 🔥

[@nickgodfrey1148]

Sting was born to be a rock star. Andy Summers is just an outstanding guitarist. He elevated Sting’s songs to a higher level and Stuart is one of the very best drummers of all time. Legendary band.

[@mimmobaia9367]

Yes you're right i agree

[@Auntkekebaby]

Yes. Perfect comment

[@AlejandroMS67]

Stewart, not Stuart. And yes I agree wholeheartedly.

[@nickgodfrey1148]

@@AlejandroMS67 yeah I spelt his name wrong which is unusual as I’m a fan of his and the band in general. The Police were one of the true supergroups.

[@Kieran.Net_]

Yeah. They are top 5 easily

[@jackierugrat8680]

Brought tears to my eyes as I remember the dark period of my life in 1983. Just had my son & had the baby blues, saw it on MTV before replay & KZbin. Has a Bob Marley vibe going on there. Coudn't get enough. Music does transcends all.

[@AlejandroMS67]

yes, there is a floaty ethereal reggae vibe to the melody

[@annelizabethcarroll3396]

@@AlejandroMS67 A perfect description. You nailed it.

[@DMNDREG]

Born in 1996 and I love keep discovering music. The echos on the guitar and voice puts you into a space mood, and the drums being so chill and clear everything is a masterpiece.

[@Maurice895]

Keep discovering, it's worth it.

[@duchesslustmoontype11a37]

Where are you 1983 laying in my bedroom watching this video on MTV doing my homework I was in 10th grade what wonderful memories so happy to be a teenager in the 80s you have to experience it to truly know how awesome it was

[@duchesslustmoontype11a37]

+Cyndi Foxx So true. My favorite of all time was the 1983 movie valley girl and it's moody soundtrack Most of our music back then for some reason was dark and moodey Like the pretty in pink soundtrack.

[@xennial80sxberner]

+Roger Stout - Most people who go online alot weren't born yet in 1983-early 84 when this song was brand new! I was just barely born lol, but I did grow up listening to this and other Police music in the early 90s.

[@duchesslustmoontype11a37]

+JPMcFly1985Two I was born 1968 This song hit mtv in 1983

[@mehallday]

+Cyndi Foxx : You got that right! I feel lucky to have been a teenager in the 80's. I don't ever think it could be replicated today.

[@duchesslustmoontype11a37]

+Meg Dit It was almost dream like I cherish those years To be a teenager of the 80s can't be explained, you're have to experience it, to really understand it

[@aujourd8]

No bling bling, no silicone tanned bodies, just brilliant songwriting and powerful lyrics

[@joevid1992]

You forgot to mention the best bassist to ever be recorded!

[@martinevensen406]

@@joevid1992 is he THAt good

[@markconnelly1806]

@@joevid1992 there is no best

[@julianwalker4879]

And candles

[@ShogunX11]

There were people like that. Haven't you heard of Hair metal? Anyways this song is dope

[@Eusie]

Still a beautiful song, incredibly good musicians who together made the best music in the 80s. Hats off!

[@emeraldwoman6158]

Tracks like this are GOLD.... Anything Police, Phil Collins, Prince.... When music was GOOD.

[@johnjay7961]

They'll never be a better era than the 80's

[@kevindavis35]

Nope

[@southpaw8276]

#facts

[@baronironi9712]

American top 40 on the radio at its best!!!

[@lilrocnine6658]

Ever!

[@livefromdarylshouse.comhyo1621]

...tenes razon....

[@csnyder23]

39 years later you fully realize how masterful this piece of music it was

[@LoinkyToinky]

You are SO right! Although I loved it in 1983 I didn't fully realise that this record is quality in every way! Genius lyrics & a truly haunting melody that lingers for ages on the playout of the track - For me, this magical min or so of instrumental with stunning percussion just takes me to better place.....1983 again!

[@wouldntyouliketoknow1894]

Right

[@wouldntyouliketoknow1894]

@@LoinkyToinky starting at 82

[@Auntkekebaby]

I never stopped KNOWING that this is magical and masterful. Never stopped listening.

[@brianoconnor7796]

Ubetcha, fir me, it hit me (this song did hard when I was about 30) so sing was about 20 or a little more old

[@hkdaredevil2463]

Man, imagine a 23 of this generation loving this era of music, and the Police being one of his favorite bands of all time. Not constrained by the type of music most young folk in this generation listen to nowadays... Oh wait, that's me ❤ let's go Sting! Side note: Oh, and I'm also a black male from the "hood", so talk about breaking social norms.

[@D-Fens_1632]

The tension out of the chorus at 1:55, and that quirky guitar, it gets in your bones.

[@donnythompson408]

Stewart Copeland’s drumming is...sublime. At 3:30, in the softer “Devil and the deep blue sea” section, and right after the next line, “Vanish in the air you’ll never find me”, Copeland brings it all back in with a single snare flam, and it’s so impeccably tasteful, so effective, so impactful in its simplicity...and so very perfect for the song, that it’s stunning. So many other drummers would have tried to fill that space (or really wanted to) with a busy, thundering (and yawningly predictable) huge drum fill... But Copeland? Nope. With that one flam on the snare, he “says” more than any 20 piece kit drummer could ever hope to present by pounding out some “big” fill, and rounding half a dozen toms in a pseudo Phil Collins “In The Air Tonight” style. Part of being a great player, particularly those that play as part of a band, is to play in ways that best serve the song, instead of serving themselves (and their own egos) with a “look how many push-ups I can do!” bragging style in their playing. Copeland is an amazing drummer to be sure, and it’s not that he can’t play technically complex fills or drum patterns, (because he absolutely can), but...he’s also a great MUSICIAN, because he has that rare gift of playing in a way that is always so very tasteful, and with parts that always serve any song he’s playing so incredibly well. IMO. 🙏

[@Leetah36]

Nice observation. I'm going to have another listen.

[@nicprs5109]

That single, potent, explosive flam is the pivot point of the track and is simple, subtle genius. Watch the recent Japan version too for more of it when Stu comes down from the huge array of percussion to pick up the bridge on his kit………just awesome.

[@donnythompson408]

@@nicprs5109 - thanks for the suggestion, I will definitely check that out. 🙏 The other thing about that snare flam that I forgot to mention, is that Copeland doesn’t (predictably) hit a crash cymbal on the downbeat after it, and that makes the flam all the more elegant. Sometimes (often, in fact), it’s what ISN’T played - a drum fill, a guitar lead, a bass riff, etc. - that can be far more tasteful (and way more effective and impactful) than any fancy drum fill or shredding guitar riff could ever convey. Stewart Copeland is a master of dynamics, and part of that mastery is recognizing both when and what NOT to play, and in letting a song breathe by allowing an exquisite sense of space to exist. IMHO. 🙏😊

[@nicprs5109]

@@donnythompson408 kzbin.info/www/bejne/amTPZZ6plqlmrKM. I completely agree with you. And as I reflect on all the drummers I’ve listened to over my life……it’s quite possible that Stu C is by far the most exciting and dynamic……because he’s so different…. And I love some of the greats. 🙏

[@beetee2089]

Fuckin A man.

[@sabth77]

I'm 49, still swear that the 80s and 90s will always be the best era of great music. I will listen to this until I die and hopefully long after.

[@MournfulMystic]

49 too.. nothing will beat this era of music in my opinion..

[@jenniferfields7113]

60s.60s 80s 90s.early 2000s mid 2000s had stop with me .

[@TheTmat007]

@@jenniferfields7113 No! 70s, 80s, and early to mid 90s. That's not to say there weren't some classics beyond the mid 90s. But those were the golden years.

[@lemuellopena1157]

70's and 80's is for me

[@TheTmat007]

@@lemuellopena1157 70s, 80s, and early to mid 90s for me.

[@danafields7294]

This song wrapped around your finger is a work of magic I love it

[@danafields7294]

I love staying in the rest of the group members they killed this song

[@ubiratanguimaraes6996]

this is literally magic, the lyrics and the video are pure occultism

[@simonparkes8229]

@@ubiratanguimaraes6996 jinn

[@RandallPoer]

Copeland shines, yet remains in the background. He was genius in this song. Summers is excellent too.

[@DAMANISHERE]

Director: How many candles? The Police: Yes.

[@haleyraven.lilrocket9241]

A bloody lot but so beautiful

[@Shawney-jf6kc]

You can’t see the ring of fire?

[@cherylthompson2731]

🤣🤣🤣

[@debracampbell9040]

Not too many, just right....

[@johncoker13]

It's mostly candle's and mirrors 😄 , there's definitely a lot of candle's but I don't think there's as many as you see.

[@NotApplicable678]

Listened to it when I was 16. Knew it was a special song. Now I'm an old man it makes me sad how quickly life passes us by.

[@siroswaldfortitude5346]

agreed

[@jacobdolman3831]

@@siroswaldfortitude5346 Me too :)

[@marimar8871]

Aqui en mexico somos los chavorrucos ! Que no decaiga el animo por esas buenas rolas !!

[@lucide9577]

We must be very close in age,....I think we all mourn our youth,...but it's ok,....

[@hapaluku]

Got the same ❤❤

[@dlsmpsn]

Sting is brilliant song writer and performer and Andy has become one of my favorite guitar players after I rediscovered their music watching concert videos on YT. I really enjoy watching their flawless performances while dancing around the stage, and I am 75 years old (an old rocker since a teenager).

[@mrnemo7374]

Sting has a flow here ❤

[@wilsoncruz1952]

Stewart Copeland’s drumming is insanely perfect in this song!!

[@courtneytownsel4268]

Dude is one of the top 10 drummers in the world.

[@182markt]

i play this as a cover on my roland electronic drum klt... yeah Copeland's drumming style is unique to itself...he copied no one with his signature sound, which I find refreshing!

[@jc.1191]

Love how he just holds out on that snare. Dynamics!

[@paulsharkey6576]

My favorite drummer

[@Samson-cb1kx]

You can say he was inspired by a lot of reggae drummers like Carlton Barret, Sly Dunbar and more. Reggae drummers play in that style.

[@anakina1]

Copeland's drumming in this song is criminally under rated. The gentle fills and artistic use of the symbols is a clinic for drummers to follow.

[@robindear5043]

Listen to Driven To Tears as well👍

[@thedoranwilliamsshow6863]

YES

[@pauljordan4452]

Cymbals.

[@FunksIncKeys]

I'm a musician, not a drummer though. I swear I've heard that fill on the snare a million times and I'm still not sure what he's doing there

[@thedoranwilliamsshow6863]

@@FunksIncKeys Please tell me what are those chords starting at 2:02, when Sting jumps.

[@edwardjacob8803]

2024 I will always be listening.

[@RaulGarcia-ki8jr]

I truly miss the 80's and I wish I could go back for just one day please 🙏

[@altonwilliams7117]

When I hear The Police I am reminded of a beautiful girl I knew back in the 80’s in my class and she loved The Police. Sadly alcohol took her and she is gone now. Sad to me, I always wanted better for her. But when a song from the Police comes on it almost always reminds me of her.

[@angelvanhalen5150]

Sorry to here that ☹️🙁😕😔

[@spindarella]

Aww that is so sad, so sorry 😢 she now knows u cared..

[@jerminator0688]

She lives on through their music brother.

[@incognoscente]

I offer my condolences.

[@lemuellopena1157]

Sorry for your lose

[@jillclark3842]

Whoever arranged this and wrote the lyrics was a geniius. Very much a piece of soulful music!

[@007ndc]

Back in the 80's there were many reports of hip HS teachers using the lyrics of this song to expand the vocabulary of their students. True story

[@DameTremonti]

His name is Sting.

[@3hooks781]

Written by Sting (the guy singing the lead) and arranged by all three members; but mostly Sting LOL

[@Bigeazy87]

​@@007ndcno lie. My 8th grade literature teacher quoted this song almost daily that year.

[@YoKastaMartinez]

Sting wrote this song and melody.

[@joeptech]

there's just something about this song/video...magic

[@e4t662]

In other words, what comes around. goes around.

[@IDontSuckAtLifeakaJanis3975]

More like power struggle

[@CrestoneMountains]

5000 people either hit the wrong button, or have zero comprehension of what a quality piece of musical art is! Songs like this and Time After Time, Waiting For A Girl Like You, One More Try, I Will Always Love You, and Hysteria are what inspire hundreds of millions to care, live, and love...

[@toyzettesantos4365]

Come on Girls just wanna have fun looking for her Jukebox hero!! So Urgent, If you're gonna do it Right. Don't be Foolin'!!!!

[@selenatracy-pettross2895]

...& now, because UTube CENSORS down votes, we can't have an honest impression on any song/video/podcast...etc. #WeAreTheNewsNow

[@mox9076]

People have opinions

[@corylombard]

I laugh about idiots bragging about "I will always love you" as a wedding song...to LAME...IT IS A DIVORCE SONG!!!!

[@judycatchot1757]

well I'm a 74 yr old lady who is a total phanatic about the 70,80,and 90ies music,and I love all kinds.arent we great.👍

[@grantoconnell3722]

Classic

[@rodrigoescobar9195]

God bless you lady

[@Jamie-gs3yp]

Love this Judy 😂

[@JPMcFly1985]

This needs more likes. Judy was already in her late 30s in 1984 which means we know she's really cool and youthful (since a lot of people that age probably weren't into new music). I adore that

[@natethornton5646]

I'm 26 love the police.

[@theodoretopacio3682]

I remember when this first came out I'm 50 y.o. and still appreciate this work of art.

[@udinmachfudin321]

I still listening in 2024

[@TheTwangKings]

This song is a great late night listen. A timeless masterpiece of mood and atmosphere.

[@Jani28]

I totally agree. One thing about the late 70s and 80s very ethereal & atmospheric!

[@anthonywalsh7613]

I’m on it

[@CreepinCapri1985]

💕😎💯

[@RiDankulous]

The Police hit the spot. I forgot about them and glad to revisit.

[@deannacheriamore2828]

🌠💞💖💞💯💓💓✨✨✨💫

[@richardquinto477]

This song is just so god damn amazing. I listened to this for 4 hours straight on repeat today. I regret nothing lol.

[@wendywoodlee2753]

I have done the same ! Lol

[@jerematthewjohnson5677]

+Richard Quinto 1983

[@richardquinto477]

***** Oh yes yes definitely, music today will never be what it was back then. People like Bowie, George Michael, Kenny G, Sting...just not gonna happen in today's era.

[@nanam5195]

nice...

[@paperchaser-lv9sz]

Man bro...One of the dopest songs ever!!!!

[@stevengraham5454]

Good music has spaces. Like fine wine it has to be allowed to breathe. Todays music has no real spaces.

[@lakecountynaturalist7617]

Greatest video ever filmed.

[@KHALIDMAHMOOD-fr8rq]

70s and 80s best for music .period .

[@samfeldstein4498]

60s was great too IMO

[@KHALIDMAHMOOD-fr8rq]

Love this track sting you the man .thats music .

[@jimblack120]

50's was and is ALWAYS Better .... the DRUG shit for brainless acid head shit ex t s or shit- t s dope acid stupid @ YOU shit pot= heads.... let Kennedy get killed . then inn the worst mistake YOUR GN has MADE ophbama @ let vajaja idiot lead YOU ALL AT TV ??????????????????? ignorant LAZY U SAGGIN PILE OF WELFARE SHIT ..... fuck you have many bullets FOR LAZY ......................................

[@KHALIDMAHMOOD-fr8rq]

I Wouldnt know im a very late 60s child 69 to be precise.i still say late 70s to late 80s were best for music for my generation.music today is bull crap.wanna be gangsters .the late 60s were tripping with flower power

[@jimblack120]

no@ ma kklliidd puke spit @ U .. have no mama-- No father - you are so hurt

[@mauricepickens5782]

I'm African American 46. I don't discriminate no music or race. he ripped this boyeeee

[@Soli_Deo_Gloria_.]

I'm American, and yes, truly stellar.

[@Auntkekebaby]

Same age. Same feeling Never stopped listening. 🔆

[@iansummers6749]

I'm white as a fresh bed sheet and 35. You're damn right he he did.

[@yo-ev6xs]

What’s your disgusting colour got to do with anything

[@braylierush456]

Meg And Vi the type of music that is prominent in the place where the ethnicity is claimed to be

[@HicksJames-fu9ct]

This song is better then walking on the moon

[@frenchartantiquesparis424]

One of the best songs of our time.

[@sharkfin2033]

FrenchArtAntiques Paris It’s so beautiful, unique, dark, and overall a masterpiece

[@jimblack120]

REPORT AS SPAM >>

[@pam164]

No every little thing she does is magic there best song ever!

[@SaraSyn]

This is one of my ultimate favorite songs in the world ♥️

[@jesustrivino2465]

🎼🎵🎵🎶🎶🎵🎵🎵🎵🎶🎶🎵🎵🎼🎼👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@enricovankeeken9503]

*! i can only Imagine .. **#thE**-JOY this Man & his Partner ... 'baking' Children together! :D*

[@valeriemccutchen7738]

I was just about to post the same!! I had so many songs in my life.. (i am 52) but out of any song? This is my song. No one can choose. Just what u like hun

[@valeriemccutchen7738]

SaraSyn. Isn't the best when you hear that light bell jingle! I am so happy for you and my choices. Let it play when you're in the bathtub with bubbles.. And just close your eyes. Relax.. And LOVE this song. ❤️

[@spoonman73]

You have good taste Sara...

[@user-rm6hb7xv4l]

This song is a masterpiece ❤ One of my favorites from the 80s

[@spirg]

Glad I witnessed the 80s. ❤ If you missed it , YOU MISSED IT

[@Maurice895]

The 80's ruled, what I wouldn't do to go back!

[@TravelinBand747]

When the song reaches its peak with, "I will turn your face to alabaster, when you find your servant is your master." So good!

[@Aesthics]

this song will always give me chills

[@thedoranwilliamsshow6863]

Me too.

[@CA-sj6oo]

It gives you chills because it is prophetic! Watch and see as these words like many old songs come to fruition!

[@mauriceortiz8817]

Great song! Amazing lyrics. My dying 93 year old mother and I are in agreement. This is a gorgeous masterpiece. In tears over the agreement. I'm proud to be her son.

[@ThomasShelby-to7oy]

Best song by the Police. Apart from maybe Watching You. Absolutely class. British talent.

[@AlejandroMS67]

Watching you? Do you mean Every Breath You Take?

[@lukefender2394]

3rd grade, elementary school, Stars Wars, funny 80's sitcoms, kickass 80's cartoons & GREAT MUSIC!

[@gargameljones8602]

+Tank Franz Same Here. I didn't listen to synchronicity alot until grade 4 though. Lots of play time on Dad's Pioneer Stereo complete with home made sub enclosure. Every breath you take, king of pain, and wrapped around your finger provided 15 minutes of bliss. I recall finding both the album cover of synchronicity as well as the fact that sting played stand up bass somewhat disquieting in my youth. Go figure.

[@williamdurrah7677]

damn dude, I was in the 3rd grade too! thats like back in 83,I used to catch mtv everyday after school, fuck doing homework! lol

[@arkanjoteixeira]

You guys are so lucky. I know it's cliche and all, but for real, I would give everything to live in this wonderful era.

[@williamdurrah7677]

Woooo! Damn sure you're right yes! Yes! Yes! Two thumbs up on that one.

[@thecountsfamilyfamily2585]

so true

[@ricktus7345]

The 80's, kids. Where musical genius lived :)