The Bed's Too Big Without You

The Police

About The Bed's Too Big Without You

"The Bed's Too Big Without You" is a song by English rock band The Police, released as the final single from their second studio album Reggatta de Blanc (1979). It was written by lead vocalist and bassist Sting. An alternate version was released as a single in the UK in 1980 in the set Six Pack in conjunction with the re-release of the Police's earlier singles "Roxanne", "Can't Stand Losing You", "So Lonely", "Message in a Bottle" and "Walking on the Moon". It has been covered by a number of other artists, including Sting as a solo artist, Ranking Roger and Sheila Hylton.  


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1995
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Bed's too big without you
Cold wind blows right through that open door
I can't sleep with your memory
Dreaming dreams of what used to be

When she left I was cold inside
That look on my face was just pride
No regrets no love no tears
Living on my own was the least of my fears

Bed's too big without you
The bed's too big without you
The bed's too big
Without you

Since that day when you'd gone
Just had to carry on
I get through day but late at night
Made love to my pillow but it didn't feel right

Every day just the same
Old rules for the same old game
All I gained was heartache
All I made was one mistake

Now the bed's too big without you
The bed's too big without you
The bed's too big
Without you

Bed's too big without you
The bed's too big without you
The bed's too big
Without you
Without you

Bed's too big without you
Cold wind blows right through that open door

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The Police

The Police was an English rock band formed in London in 1977. For the vast majority of their history, the band consisted of Sting (lead vocals, bass), Andy Summers (guitar) and Stewart Copeland (drums). The Police became globally popular in the late 1970s and are generally regarded as one of the first New Wave groups to achieve mainstream success, playing a style of rock that was influenced by punk, reggae, and jazz. more »

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Written by: Gordon Sumner

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10 facts about this song

Song's Album
"The Bed's Too Big Without You" is a track from "The Police's" second studio album, known as "Reggatta de Blanc", which was released in 1979.
Song's Genre
The song is primarily of the Rock genre but also infuses elements of reggae. This blend was one of "The Police's" distinctive musical styles.
Song's Length
The original length of "The Bed's Too Big Without You" is about 4 minutes 26 seconds. However, there are other versions such as the 'Mono Version' that's approximately 3 minutes 31 seconds.
Single Release
The song was released as a single in 1980 but was not released in the UK. It became popular in other parts of the world, especially in the Netherlands, where it reached number 32 in their singles chart.
Song's Writer
"The Bed's Too Big Without You" was written by the famous English musician Sting, who was the lead vocalist, bassist, and primary songwriter for the rock band "The Police".
Song's Subject
The song lyrics present a theme of loneliness and longing for a lover who has left. It perfectly conveys the emptiness and vastness felt when sharing a bed with a loved one and then suddenly having to sleep alone.
Live Performances
Even after "The Police" disbanded, Sting continued to perform "The Bed's Too Big Without You" in his solo concerts. It was included in the setlists of his solo tours such as the "Brand New Day Tour" and "Sacred Love Tour".
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists, including Sheila Hylton who achieved considerable success in the UK Singles Chart with her rendition in 1981.
Contribution to Success
"The Bed's Too Big Without You," along with other songs in the "Reggatta de Blanc" album, contributed to the band's success and helped them win a Grammy Award for Best Rock Instrumental Performance in 1980.
Influence on other Songs
The song's title was used in other songs as a tribute to "The Police". For instance, country singer, Miranda Lambert, included a song titled "The Bed's Too Big Without You" in her fifth album, "Platinum". Although the lyrics are different, she acknowledged "The Police's" song as an inspiration.

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