Statements (413)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:music_video
gptkb:song |
| gptkbp:album |
gptkb:Even_Worse
gptkb:Synchronicity Synchronicity. Live versions by various artists |
| gptkbp:artist |
gptkb:Sting
gptkb:Weird_Al_Yankovic gptkb:The_Police Every Breath You Take by The Police |
| gptkbp:artistic_influence |
Post-punk
sophisticated pop. |
| gptkbp:artistic_legacy |
considered one of the greatest songs
|
| gptkbp:associated_act |
gptkb:Sting
gptkb:The_Police |
| gptkbp:associated_acts |
gptkb:Sting
|
| gptkbp:associated_band |
gptkb:Andy_Summers
gptkb:Stewart_Copeland The Police. |
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:The_Police
Sting's solo career. |
| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:Grammy_Award_for_Song_of_the_Year
gptkb:American_Music_Award MTV Video Music Award nomination multiple awards and nominations |
| gptkbp:certification |
gptkb:Platinum
Platinum in the US |
| gptkbp:chart_position |
number one on Billboard Hot 100
#1 on Billboard Hot 100 #1 |
| gptkbp:cinematography |
gptkb:John_M._Dwyer
gptkb:Derek_Vanlint gptkb:Michael_Geoghegan gptkb:Jeffrey_L._Kimball |
| gptkbp:community_impact |
discussions on love and possession.
|
| gptkbp:cover_artist |
gptkb:The_Big_Bopper
The Fray. |
| gptkbp:cover_version |
gptkb:Covered_by_Puff_Daddy
gptkb:The_Tenors numerous artists many artists have covered it Puff Daddy -I'll Be Missing You Cover by The Fray by Puff Daddy Puff Daddy featuring Faith Evans |
| gptkbp:covered_by |
gptkb:Miley_Ray_Cyrus
gptkb:Puff_Daddy gptkb:The_1975 gptkb:Various_artists gptkb:The_Fray gptkb:Elvis_Costello gptkb:Mika gptkb:The_Tenors gptkb:Matisyahu numerous artists various artists. |
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
acclaimed by critics
widely acclaimed by critics |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
gptkb:Yes
widely recognized widely regarded as a classic used in various films and TV shows widely covered in media widely recognized as a classic considered one of the greatest songs of all time Iconic status in music history widely referenced in popular culture widely covered widely covered by other artists widely covered and referenced in media Widely covered and referenced in media |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
Referenced in films and TV shows
often referenced in popular culture often referenced in pop culture. often referenced in literature. often referenced in discussions about relationships. |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
considered one of the greatest songs of all time
in music history. often misinterpreted as a love song often associated with themes of heartbreak an anthem of the 80s. |
| gptkbp:director |
gptkb:Simon_Milne
gptkb:Michael_Geoghegan |
| gptkbp:duration |
4 minutes 13 seconds
8 weeks at #1 |
| gptkbp:era |
1980s music scene.
|
| gptkbp:famous_for |
Humorous lyrics
its haunting melody |
| gptkbp:featured_in |
gptkb:The_Office
gptkb:The_Simpsons numerous films and TV shows TV shows and movies various compilation albums numerous compilations Various advertisements. numerous commercials. Various documentaries about music history |
| gptkbp:features_song |
many greatest hits compilations.
|
| gptkbp:film_appearance |
gptkb:The_Hunger_Games
gptkb:The_Wedding_Singer |
| gptkbp:film_technique |
used in various films.
used in various romantic films. |
| gptkbp:first_performance |
gptkb:1983
|
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:rock
gptkb:parody |
| gptkbp:has_cultural_impact |
often used in romantic contexts.
|
| gptkbp:historical_event |
1980s music.
|
| gptkbp:historical_legacy |
Iconic status in pop culture
considered a classic. remains influential today. remains a staple in music. remains a staple in classic rock. |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Every Breath You Take
|
| gptkbp:included |
Rolling Stone's list of 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
|
| gptkbp:influence |
widely covered and sampled
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
gptkb:Various_artists
pop music numerous artists many artists |
| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
gptkb:Coldplay
gptkb:David_Bowie gptkb:The_Beatles gptkb:Yes gptkb:punk_rock Soft rock pop rock alternative rock many contemporary artists iconic status inspired many artists post-punk Soft Rock post-punk. remains popular in pop culture pop music. numerous artists across genres rock music. punk rock. influenced pop and rock music Bob Dylan. The Beatles. considered a classic in pop music history part of 1980s music history Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic. Tears for Fears -Everybody Wants to Rule the World |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:The_Beatles
gptkb:New_Wave gptkb:The_Police reggae new wave soul music post-punk new wave music British rock music. The Police's previous work |
| gptkbp:influenced_music_history |
gptkb:Yes
|
| gptkbp:influences |
synth-pop
pop music new wave |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
personal experiences
various films and TV shows personal experience various artists' works personal experiences of Sting Personal experiences of Sting Sting's divorce numerous songs about love and loss Sting's personal experiences |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
personal experiences
Sting's divorce Sting's divorce. |
| gptkbp:is_cited_in |
music history discussions.
musicology studies. music psychology studies. one of the greatest songs. |
| gptkbp:is_considered |
one of the greatest songs of all time
|
| gptkbp:is_influenced_by |
post-punk.
|
| gptkbp:is_often_associated_with |
Sting's songwriting style.
|
| gptkbp:is_often_discussed_in |
music analysis.
|
| gptkbp:is_often_featured_in |
TV shows.
|
| gptkbp:is_often_misinterpreted |
as a love song
|
| gptkbp:is_often_seen_in |
as a romantic ballad.
|
| gptkbp:is_often_used_in |
weddings and events.
romantic contexts. |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:popular_culture
|
| gptkbp:is_popular_in |
featured in movies and TV shows
decades after release. |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_as |
a classic.
|
| gptkbp:key |
E major
|
| gptkbp:label |
gptkb:A&_M_Records
gptkb:Scotti_Bros._Records |
| gptkbp:legacy |
Considered one of the greatest songs of all time
considered one of the greatest songs of all time remains a staple in pop music. The Police's legacy. |
| gptkbp:length |
3:38
4:13 |
| gptkbp:live_performance |
gptkb:1983_MTV_Video_Music_Awards
gptkb:Yes Performed at various award shows performed at various award shows often covered by artists The Police Reunion Tour The Police Reunion Concert 2007 |
| gptkbp:lyrical_themes |
heartbreak
obsession surveillance |
| gptkbp:lyricist |
Sting.
|
| gptkbp:music |
topped charts in multiple countries
|
| gptkbp:music_genre |
gptkb:New_Wave
gptkb:comedy pop new wave soft rock |
| gptkbp:music_style |
gptkb:Pop
gptkb:drama loneliness Narrative style new wave pop rock soft rock post-punk performance-based verse-chorus form |
| gptkbp:music_video |
gptkb:Yes
black and white critically acclaimed features the band performing watching and surveillance Directed by David Mallett directed by Godley & Creme |
| gptkbp:music_video_director |
gptkb:Simon_Milne
A& M Films Stuart Orme |
| gptkbp:music_video_remake |
by various artists
|
| gptkbp:music_video_trivia |
often misinterpreted as a love song
|
| gptkbp:music_videos |
Over 1 billion views on You Tube
|
| gptkbp:notable_achievement |
one of the most played songs on radio
most played song on radio in the 1980s one of the most played songs on radio. |
| gptkbp:notable_achievements |
one of the most played songs on radio
Billboard Hot 100 number one for 8 weeks |
| gptkbp:notable_appearance |
gptkb:The_Simpsons
|
| gptkbp:notable_awards |
gptkb:Grammy_Award_for_Song_of_the_Year
gptkb:MTV_Video_Music_Awards gptkb:American_Music_Award gptkb:American_Music_Award_for_Favorite_Pop/_Rock_Single American Music Award. multiple Grammy nominations. |
| gptkbp:notable_chart_success |
international chart success.
|
| gptkbp:notable_collaborations |
Sting and The Police
Sting and The Police. |
| gptkbp:notable_cover |
gptkb:Covered_by_The_Weeknd
gptkb:The_1975 gptkb:Yes by various artists. Puff Daddy -I'll Be Missing You Cover by Puff Daddy Cover by Puff Daddy featuring Faith Evans |
| gptkbp:notable_for |
gptkb:UK_Singles_Chart
music history. UK Singles Chart #1 American Music Awards. Grammy Hall of Fame. its haunting melody. being a classic rock ballad used in commercials. Billboard Hot 100 for 8 weeks |
| gptkbp:notable_impact_on_music |
shaped the sound of pop music.
|
| gptkbp:notable_influence |
Impact on pop culture
on future artists. on pop culture. on the music industry. remains relevant in contemporary music. influenced many artists' songwriting. influenced the sound of the 80s. |
| gptkbp:notable_performance |
gptkb:Live_Aid_1985
performed at the 1984 Grammy Awards Sting's solo performances. |
| gptkbp:notable_performances |
gptkb:Live_Aid_1985
performed by various artists in tribute concerts |
| gptkbp:notable_recordings |
Puff Daddy's I'll Be Missing You
Puff Daddy remix |
| gptkbp:notable_song |
Every breath you take, every move you make
Every breath you take, every move you make. I'll be watching you. famous for its haunting lyrics poignant and memorable. ' Every breath you take, every move you make' " Every breath you take, every move you make" " I'll be watching you" |
| gptkbp:notable_themes |
unrequited love.
|
| gptkbp:notable_work |
sampled in ' I'll Be Missing You'.
Sampled in ' I'll Be Missing You' by Puff Daddy. |
| gptkbp:often_misinterpreted |
as a love song.
|
| gptkbp:often_used_in_media |
commercials and films.
|
| gptkbp:parody |
gptkb:Weird_Al_Yankovic
various comedic interpretations Parodied in various comedy shows Every Breath You Take by The Police by Weird Al Yankovic parodied in various comedy shows Every Breath You Take (parody by Weird Al Yankovic) Weird Al Yankovic's ' I Want a New Duck'. |
| gptkbp:part_of |
The Police's discography.
|
| gptkbp:part_of_cultural_lexicon |
widely recognized lyrics.
|
| gptkbp:performance_venue |
Madison Square Garden.
|
| gptkbp:performed_at |
gptkb:The_Police's_final_concert
Live Aid. |
| gptkbp:performed_by |
gptkb:Sting
gptkb:The_Police Sting. Sting solo The Police. |
| gptkbp:performed_in |
gptkb:Sting
gptkb:The_Police many times. |
| gptkbp:popularity |
remains popular today.
one of the best-selling singles. |
| gptkbp:preceded_by |
gptkb:Every_Little_Thing_She_Does_Is_Magic
|
| gptkbp:producer |
gptkb:Hugh_Padgham
gptkb:Weird_Al_Yankovic |
| gptkbp:rank |
Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time
ranked among the greatest songs of all time |
| gptkbp:recognized_by |
Rolling Stone magazine.
|
| gptkbp:record_label |
gptkb:A&_M_Records
|
| gptkbp:recorded_at |
gptkb:Le_Studio
gptkb:AIR_Studios Le Studio, Quebec AIR Studios. |
| gptkbp:recorded_by |
gptkb:The_Police
The Police. |
| gptkbp:recorded_in |
gptkb:1982
gptkb:1988 Le Studio, Quebec |
| gptkbp:recording_artist |
gptkb:The_Police
|
| gptkbp:recording_location |
gptkb:London
gptkb:AIR_Studios,_London Le Studio, Quebec |
| gptkbp:recording_year |
gptkb:1982
|
| gptkbp:release_country |
gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkb:United_States |
| gptkbp:release_date |
gptkb:1983
May 2, 1983 |
| gptkbp:release_format |
7-inch single
7-inch vinyl |
| gptkbp:release_year |
gptkb:1983
gptkb:1988 |
| gptkbp:released |
gptkb:1983
Synchronicity. |
| gptkbp:released_as_single |
gptkb:1983
gptkb:Yes April 2, 1983 |
| gptkbp:released_in |
gptkb:1983
April 1983 |
| gptkbp:remix |
gptkb:I'll_Be_Missing_You
gptkb:Yes by various artists Various remixes available various remixes exist Various remixes exist. several official remixes Puff Daddy's ' I'll Be Missing You' by Puff Daddy Puff Daddy's I'll Be Missing You Puff Daddy remix Puff Daddy's remix |
| gptkbp:sampled_in |
gptkb:Diddy_-I'll_Be_Missing_You
gptkb:I'll_Be_Missing_You Various hip-hop songs various hip hop songs Various hip hop songs numerous hip hop songs numerous hip-hop tracks |
| gptkbp:signature |
recognizable guitar riff
|
| gptkbp:songwriters |
gptkb:Sting
Sting. Sting and The Police Sting, Andy Summers, Stewart Copeland |
| gptkbp:soundtrack |
featured in various compilations
Included in several movie soundtracks |
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:King_of_Pain
|
| gptkbp:television_appearance |
gptkb:Friends
|
| gptkbp:tempo |
117
96 moderate tempo |
| gptkbp:theme |
obsession
Obsessive love surveillance. surveillance in relationships. |
| gptkbp:trivia |
often misinterpreted as a love song.
|
| gptkbp:used_in |
advertisements
|
| gptkbp:video_count |
millions on You Tube
|
| gptkbp:video_output |
gptkb:VHS
gptkb:DVD gptkb:Blu-ray |
| gptkbp:vocalization |
gptkb:Singer
|
| gptkbp:won_award |
gptkb:Song_of_the_Year
Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal |
| gptkbp:writer |
gptkb:Sting
gptkb:Weird_Al_Yankovic |
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Sting
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:The_Singles_1981-1983
gptkb:Dame_Vera_Lynn gptkb:Piolo_Pascual gptkb:Sting gptkb:1984_Grammy_Awards gptkb:Gerald_Anderson gptkb:Greatest_Hits gptkb:The_Wedding_Singer gptkb:A&_M_Studios,_Los_Angeles gptkb:The_Police |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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