When the World Is Running Down, You Make the Best of What's Still
The Police
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12 facts about this song
Album Fact"When the World Is Running Down, You Make the Best of What's Still" is a track from "Zenyatta Mondatta," the third album released by The Police, a popular British rock band.
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Release FactThe song was released in 1980, making it over four decades old.
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Band MembersThe Police, who performed the song, comprised three members: Sting (lead vocals, bass guitar), Andy Summers (guitar), and Stewart Copeland (drums).
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Lyrics FactAlthough the song title is long, it is not the longest title of a song on the album. That honor goes to "De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da."
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Unique Sound FactThe song is particularly noticeable for its repetitive, minimalist keyboard riff that runs throughout.
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Stewart Copeland's FactThe music for the song was primarily composed by drummer Stewart Copeland.
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Musical Inspiration FactThe song's composition is heavily influenced by the reggae genre, which The Police were well known for incorporating into their music.
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Song ThemeThe track is a comment on modern life and the sense of disillusionment that can come from living in a technological advanced society.
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Chart Performance FactAlthough it was not released as a single, the song was a fan favorite and often received radio airplay.
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Sampled Music FactThe song's music has been sampled by several hip-hop artists, most notably by M.I.A. in her song "XR2."
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Live Performance FactThe song was regularly included in The Police's live performances and was also performed during the band's reunion tour in 2007-2008.
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Fun FactThe album name "Zenyatta Mondatta" is a nonsensical phrase created by the band, continuing their tradition of giving their albums catchy, but vague titles.
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