Message in a Bottle
The Police
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Just a cast away, an island lost at sea, oh Another lonely day, no one here but me, oh More loneliness than any man could bear Rescue me before I fall into despair, oh I'll send an SOS to the world I'll send an SOS to the world I hope that someone gets my I hope that someone gets my I hope that someone gets my message in a bottle, yeah Message in a bottle, yeah A year has passed since I wrote my note I should have known this right from the start Only hope can keep me together Love can mend your life but love can break your heart I'll send an SOS to the world I'll send an SOS to the world I hope that someone gets my I hope that someone gets my I hope that someone gets my message in a bottle, yeah Message in a bottle, yeah Oh, message in a bottle, yeah Message in a bottle, yeah Walked out this morning, I don't believe what I saw A hundred billion bottles washed up on the shore Seems I'm not alone in being alone A hundred billion castaways looking for a home I'll send an SOS to the world I'll send an SOS to the world I hope that someone gets my I hope that someone gets my I hope that someone gets my message in a bottle, yeah Message in a bottle, yeah Message in a bottle, whoa Message in a bottle, yeah Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS I'm sending out an SOS I'm sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS Sending out an SOS
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Written by: Gordon Sumner
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7 facts about this song
Release and Reception"Message in a Bottle" was released in September 1979 as the lead single of the band's second studio album, "Reggatta de Blanc."
- The song became The Police's first number-one hit song in the United Kingdom, topping the UK Singles Chart for three weeks.
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Musical CompositionCharacterized by a signature guitar riff and narrative-driven, emotionally intense lyrics, "Message in a Bottle" is a pop-rock and reggae-infused song.
- The song's tempo is approximately 150 beats per minute, categorized as an uptempo song.
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Lyrics MeaningThe lyrics of "Message in a Bottle" tell a tale of isolation and longing, seen through the lens of a castaway on an isolated island sending out a message in a bottle hoping someone would find it.
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Live PerformancesSting often includes "Message in a Bottle" in his setlist during solo tours, and it remains a fan favourite during concerts.
- During live renditions of the track, Sting often changes the song's lyrics to "I’ll send an SOS to the world, I hope that someone gets my, Message in a bottle."
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Cover VersionsMany artists have covered "Message in a Bottle," including Machine Head, John Mayer, and 30 Seconds to Mars.
- Matisyahu, a reggae artist, also has done a version of the song while maintaining its original reggae sound.
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AwardsIn 2009, "Message in a Bottle" was honored at the BMI London Awards for achieving 4 million airplays.
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Cultural Impact"Message in a Bottle" remains a celebrated classic that dealt with themes of loneliness, hope, and connectivity, which are relatable to many people.
- The song's title and phrase has since been widely used in popular culture, inspiring a Nicholas Sparks novel and subsequent film of the same name.
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