single · September 19, 1980
Don't Stand So Close to Me
The Police ProjectSee this day
new wavereggaepost-punk
This 1980 single, the lead from their third LP, found the band exploring darker lyrical themes and a more polished sound.
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- The song was a commercial success, reaching number 1 on the UK singles chart.
- It was inspired by Vladimir Nabokov's novel Lolita.
The Police were a British rock band formed in London in 1977. They were a commercially successful act known for their distinctive sound that blended reggae, punk, and new wave influences.
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