[Beginner’s Guide] Start Here! A Collection of Sting’s Greatest Songs [2026]

Seven DaysSting

Sting – Seven Days

The song “Seven Days” showcases Sting’s songwriting prowess.

Although it’s in the unusual time signature of 5/4, it feels natural and beautiful.

Vinnie Colaiuta’s drumming is also superb, adding color to the track with his signature technique.

Moreover, the album “Ten Summoner’s Tales,” which includes “Seven Days,” is a classic that became a major hit, selling three million copies in the U.S., so be sure to give it a listen!

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What Could Have BeenSting

Sting – What Could Have Been | Arcane League of Legends | Riot Games Music

Arcane: League of Legends is an animated series based on a globally popular game.

Released in November 2021 as a piece that colors the climax of Season 1, this grand ballad gives voice to the characters’ regrets and their anguished cries for the “future that might have been.” Sting’s deep, resonant vocals blend with violinist Ray Chen’s impassioned performance to create a heartrending atmosphere that tightens around the listener’s heart.

It’s the perfect track for a night spent lingering in the afterglow of the story.

Be sure to check it out.

Just One LifetimeSting, Shaggy

Sting, Shaggy – Just One Lifetime

Sting, a musician Britain is proud of, and Shaggy, a reggae star from Jamaica—this unexpected duo’s collaborative album 44/876 received high praise, including winning at the 61st Grammy Awards.

Among its tracks, this song is one I especially recommend.

Its breezy reggae-pop sound carries a positive message that you only live once.

Sting’s sophisticated vocals intertwine perfectly with Shaggy’s rhythmic delivery, showcasing their remarkable chemistry.

The track was also featured in FIAT’s 120th anniversary campaign.

It’s perfect for a drive or a laid-back moment, so be sure to give it a listen.

RedlightSwedish House Mafia & Sting

Swedish House Mafia, Sting – Redlight

This is a highly ambitious collaboration with the giants of the electronic scene, Swedish House Mafia.

In this work, Sting re-records a phrase he sang during his Police days, weaving it into a distinctive structure that melts into a dark, weighty club sound.

The tension of the “dangerous” romance embedded in the original is recreated with an even more thrilling edge through austere beats and minimal synths.

The track was released in February 2022 and included on the album Paradise Again.

If you’d like to rediscover the timeless appeal of his voice through a contemporary sound, be sure to check it out.

Epilogue (Nothing ‘Bout Me)Sting

Epilogue (Nothing ‘Bout Me)

Among the solo works of Sting—a globally renowned artist who remains energetically active—the final track on his classic 1993 album Ten Summoner’s Tales is especially thought-provoking.

In it, he delivers a slightly ironic message to the listener: “No matter how much information you gather about me, you won’t learn anything true.” It’s quintessential Sting—pairing a light, buoyant sound with a deep artistic philosophy.

The album itself won a Grammy, and this song is a fitting conclusion.

When you want to experience his intellectual playfulness, be sure to listen to the album all the way through.

I Can’t Stop Thinking About YouSting

Sting – I Can’t Stop Thinking About You

Sting, the UK-born artist who gained worldwide popularity as the frontman of The Police.

Since going solo, he has released many genre-defying tracks, but this work is packed with the kind of appeal that feels like his rock spirit has been reignited.

He sings about the restless feeling of being consumed by something to the point where your thoughts won’t stop—but in fact, this isn’t a love song.

It’s a piece that portrays the creative struggle of a writer facing a blank page in search of inspiration.

This song was released in September 2016 as a lead single from the album “57th & 9th.” He also performed it when he received the Award of Merit at the American Music Awards that same year.

Be sure to check it out.

If It’s LoveSting

Sting – If It’s Love (Official Music Video)

Since going solo, Sting has released many genre-defying tracks, and his musical curiosity shows no sign of stopping.

The song I’d like to introduce was released ahead of the album The Bridge in September 2021.

It’s a pop number with strikingly unique lyrics that liken falling in love to the symptoms of an incurable disease.

The handclap-driven beat and shimmering strings are pleasing to the ear, and the song portrays love’s uncertainty with a light touch and humor—making it a great recommendation for those new to Sting’s music.

Be sure to check it out!