About The Song
“Every Breath You Take” is a song by British rock band The Police from their album Synchronicity (1983). Written by Sting, the single was the biggest US and Canadian hit of 1983, topping the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for eight weeks (the band’s only No. 1 hit on that chart), and the Canadian RPM chart for four weeks. The official music video for the song was directed by Godley & Creme and features the band performing the song in a darkened studio.
The Police’s “Every Breath You Take” explores themes of obsession, possessiveness, and surveillance in relationships. Despite its initial impression as a love song, it delves into darker territory, depicting a stalker’s fixation on another person. This contrasts with the popular misconception of it being a romantic ballad. The song’s lyrics describe a possessive lover who is watching “every breath you take, every move you make”.