Sting: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert

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  • Опубліковано 5 тра 2024
  • The Tiny Desk is working from home for the foreseeable future. Introducing NPR Music's Tiny Desk (home) concerts, bringing you performances from across the country and the world. It's the same spirit - stripped-down sets, an intimate setting - just a different space.
    Abby O’Neill | March 22, 2021
    Music icon Sting returns to Tiny Desk with a new collaborator in tow, and the story is heartwarming. During the pandemic, Beninese pop star Shirazee adapted his own rendition of Sting's classic "Englishman in New York" into "African in New York." His version made its way to Sting, who loved it so much that he asked Shirazee to lend his voice to his Tiny Desk (home) concert and record for his new Duets album.
    Their chemistry feels natural and just as comforting as this long overdue sunshine after a grueling winter. Shot in a lounge in NYC where Sting's presently recording another album, these two gentlemen share a touching moment between songs, expressing their mutual admiration and discussing the sheer joy about a simple concept - performing in a room together after 12 long months of isolation and virtual collaborations.
    As a follow up, Sting jumps into a stunning acoustic performance of "If I Ever Lose My Faith in You," another one of his many classics. The timbre of his voice conjures a sense of carefree familiarity, reminiscent of times with more levity and peace. His finale, "Sister Moon," is a gem from his 1987 solo album, Nothing Like the Sun, that rarely gets performed live.
    SET LIST
    • "Englishman/African in New York"
    • "If I Ever Lose My Faith in You"
    • "Sister Moon"
    MUSICIANS
    • Sting: vocals, guitar
    • Shirazee: vocals
    CREDITS
    • Video: Modern Day Auteur, Franz Brun, Martin Kierszenbaum
    • Audio: Tony Lake
    TINY DESK TEAM
    • Producer: Abby O'Neill
    • Video Producer: Maia Stern
    • Audio Mastering: Josh Rogosin
    • Associate Producer: Bobby Carter
    • Tiny Production Team: Bob Boilen, Kara Frame
    • Executive Producer: Lauren Onkey
    • Senior VP, Programming: Anya Grundmann
    #sting #tinydesk #nprmusic

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  • @coolieo5000
    @coolieo5000 3 роки тому +1747

    I hope sting just repeatedly comes on tiny desk for years with different people to sing Englishman in New York.

    • @tecnosinemusic
      @tecnosinemusic 3 роки тому +25

      That'll be his calling card for Tiny Desk haha

    • @arunentwistle
      @arunentwistle 3 роки тому +32

      Next time he'll be singing with a Swedish yoddeler

    • @ricdotdev
      @ricdotdev 3 роки тому +1

      @Gwendolyn Williams What's wrong with that?

    • @crisabelramoscedano9502
      @crisabelramoscedano9502 3 роки тому

      Totally agree

    • @robertalker652
      @robertalker652 3 роки тому +7

      Englishman in New York was his first solo song I heard ex Police. B. Marsalis on the soprano sax and the strings, along with Sting's vocals was a marvel. It's why I really get what your saying.

  • @youngmoneymahini
    @youngmoneymahini 3 роки тому +366

    Also please invite Sade for a Tiny Desk concert

  • @otegadamagic
    @otegadamagic 3 роки тому +658

    Almost 70 and voice still sounds Golden. Legend

    • @bestill.4216
      @bestill.4216 3 роки тому +3

      May be CGI!

    • @clalmeida67
      @clalmeida67 3 роки тому +3

      Hmm, not probable at all!!

    • @milenazanata9771
      @milenazanata9771 3 роки тому

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    • @Lahtiman81
      @Lahtiman81 3 роки тому +6

      It got raspier but it's good.

    • @Litoxp
      @Litoxp 3 роки тому

      Incredible!!! Love Sting

  • @kadarnur6879
    @kadarnur6879 3 роки тому +129

    Sting + Afrobeats = The combo I never knew I needed in my life

  • @juroen6134
    @juroen6134 3 роки тому +497

    When the world is on fire, sting calms the soul.

    • @VilagosJozsi
      @VilagosJozsi 3 роки тому +20

      when the world is running down, Sting makes the best of what still around

    • @juroen6134
      @juroen6134 3 роки тому +1

      @@VilagosJozsi this stings

    • @MrMacDougall
      @MrMacDougall 3 роки тому +1

      @@VilagosJozsi Ha! That's right.

    • @MrMacDougall
      @MrMacDougall 3 роки тому +3

      Absolutely

    • @googlegmail4636
      @googlegmail4636 3 роки тому +1

      The soul of Jet Planes!

  • @enriquito
    @enriquito 3 роки тому +170

    Can we appreciate how professionally legendary Sting is? The guy has performed the same songs 3 zillion times and still manages to deliver intensely and make them sound original every time. Simply amazing!
    Furthermore, he knows his voice isn't in the best shape in this occasion so he controls very carefully how he uses it so that he can reach certain tones in the right moment. That's also very masterful.

    • @jentepaanakker4431
      @jentepaanakker4431 2 роки тому +1

      Please do not hesitate in moderation

    • @inkspecialist
      @inkspecialist 9 місяців тому +1

      Appreciated. Poignant observations and remarks.

  • @Rubylove48
    @Rubylove48 3 роки тому +23

    Something I love more than anything about sting (and there’s a lot to love) is his generosity with his collaborations.

  • @lunatux86
    @lunatux86 3 роки тому +1

    sting is king 🙏🏼

  • @tiagomatos155
    @tiagomatos155 3 роки тому +701

    My life right now is as sorted as Sting's cables...

    • @MrsCrazyrange
      @MrsCrazyrange 3 роки тому +5

      Lol 😂

    • @MultiVentriloquist
      @MultiVentriloquist 3 роки тому +6

      Same here, dude. 2021 am I right?

    • @BrianKrock
      @BrianKrock 3 роки тому +44

      So, it seems to be in disarray, but actually, everything is working out perfectly!

    • @billionmindsetproductions8043
      @billionmindsetproductions8043 3 роки тому +12

      @@BrianKrock I Love Positivity ‼️It’s All About Perspective

    • @omarmoramitre5874
      @omarmoramitre5874 3 роки тому

      @@billionmindsetproductions8043 at the end is resulting in a very good music 🎵🎶, than.... perspective

  • @MartinClimbs
    @MartinClimbs 3 роки тому +94

    Dude is splendid 69 years ripe. Sting is a legal alien.

    • @2m7b5
      @2m7b5 3 роки тому +3

      nice

  • @blinkbeatbox4582
    @blinkbeatbox4582 3 роки тому +9

    "If I Ever Lose My Faith in You" my fav sting song

  • @agusgopar
    @agusgopar 3 роки тому +5

    Sting's voice just too beautiful.

  • @amarbedjo7453
    @amarbedjo7453 3 роки тому +21

    MUSIC IS A BEAUTIFUL THING!

  • @lucgrillet5972
    @lucgrillet5972 3 роки тому +101

    sting is so incredible live... im so ready.

  • @ekkamailax
    @ekkamailax 2 роки тому

    Sting is the James Bond of pop

  • @UnkleNephew
    @UnkleNephew 3 роки тому +8

    Sting is a Legend!!!!

  • @ktmpl
    @ktmpl 3 роки тому +261

    Sting’s of the best musical brains out there..he’s been a serious influence on my bass playing since I started..Note choice, arrangement & overall feel Sting’s a Champ!

    • @ChidiUma
      @ChidiUma 3 роки тому +5

      It’s like everything he touches turns to gold.., even Afrobeats. Man is a legend

    • @karu6111
      @karu6111 3 роки тому +2

      yow man, if you didn't already know, I think this would interest you. Sodajerker podcast has done an interview with Sting about his songwriting. Pretty interesting stuff, including when he said that most of his songs start out as bossa nova which explains a lot of his songs' feel...

  • @roysidharta9802
    @roysidharta9802 3 роки тому +5

    that unique voice. let's just enjoy while he's still around

  • @TheDavizlau
    @TheDavizlau 3 роки тому +2

    Wow my childhood good music

  • @mjg26373
    @mjg26373 6 місяців тому +1

    Love love Sting ❤❤

  • @leaveitorsinkit242
    @leaveitorsinkit242 3 роки тому +5

    3:05 I love the way Sting just taps his foot on the air.

  • @davis86
    @davis86 3 роки тому +11

    I still remember the day I feel in love with this mans music. I was 13 on a field trip to the Long Beach aquarium of the pacific and they were playing fields of gold .

  • @TC-xe2gx
    @TC-xe2gx 3 роки тому +16

    Sting is timeless. Making that complex cord progression look like a cakewalk, holding time like a metronome. Amazing.

    • @adambowker7692
      @adambowker7692 3 роки тому +2

      seriously. somebody tab that for me.

  • @priscillahussain1722
    @priscillahussain1722 3 роки тому +1

    UGGH SOUNDS OF HEAVENNNN YESSS!!!!

  • @patriciaschlagel597
    @patriciaschlagel597 2 роки тому +3

    His brilliance just continues to shine.

  • @caryn333
    @caryn333 Рік тому +4

    The remake of Englishman / African is just wow. Timeless classic ✊🏿👏🏿👏🏿

  • @therealrobstark2916
    @therealrobstark2916 3 роки тому +1

    Stings impact on music is crazy

  • @YashKMusic
    @YashKMusic 3 роки тому +100

    One of the greatest singer-songwriters of our times - the dude is almost 70 and still hitting those high notes🙏

    • @nicolasmartino7772
      @nicolasmartino7772 3 роки тому +5

      Hola! Te recomiendo a Luis Alberto spinetta unos de los más grandes compositores de nuestro tiempo abrazo!

    • @radiozelaza
      @radiozelaza 3 роки тому

      All his songs are performed a tone lower now

    • @YashKMusic
      @YashKMusic 3 роки тому +1

      @@radiozelaza Englishman In New York is the same key as original

    • @YashKMusic
      @YashKMusic 3 роки тому +1

      @@nicolasmartino7772 thanks for the recommendation, will check him out

    • @vibrationoftheone
      @vibrationoftheone 3 роки тому +1

      Yes its so true. I suppose is it just the rate of practice and performing. Keep those vocal chords so strong?😇

  • @ronaldooliveira3768
    @ronaldooliveira3768 3 роки тому +37

    His voice it is so incredible

  • @alexdven
    @alexdven 3 роки тому +28

    Simply marvellous! Sting should be declared a global treasure by UNESCO.

    • @AljaMr
      @AljaMr 2 роки тому +1

      He he he... he is as antient

  • @myeahonline
    @myeahonline 2 роки тому +1

    Sting and NPR is a match made in heaven.

  • @benjaminalexanderdemers9616
    @benjaminalexanderdemers9616 2 роки тому

    How to retake a world on display for all to see. Mastery.

  • @mebutnew
    @mebutnew 3 роки тому +4

    I need this version of English man in New York on Spotify/Apple music right now 🔥🔥🔥

  • @maureentosh9971
    @maureentosh9971 3 роки тому +40

    Best birthday present😍

  • @Meekismwisdom
    @Meekismwisdom 3 роки тому +1

    Sister moon chords ❤️💕🔥

  • @sallyboateng5295
    @sallyboateng5295 3 роки тому +1

    Stinggggggg? Wow 🥰🥰 legend!!

  • @Auntkekebaby
    @Auntkekebaby 3 роки тому +9

    Englishman in NY can be remixed until infinity. The blue print of the song is SOLID-a specialty of Sting. Sick classic. Love from a stolen African in NY.

  • @toddsqui
    @toddsqui 3 роки тому +161

    Sting is still performing, praise Jesus

    • @Auntkekebaby
      @Auntkekebaby 3 роки тому +1

      Yes. We actually need to clone him. I can't live with him stopping.

    • @ginu407
      @ginu407 2 роки тому

      Really. Thank you for this gift Jesus, but I too thank You for giving me the grace to listen again to this amazing artist.

  • @Knuspertoni
    @Knuspertoni 2 роки тому +1

    Finally Sister Moon!!!! Love it.

  • @elizabethangel22
    @elizabethangel22 3 роки тому +2

    Congratulations to you STING and Shirazee

  • @chantalrancour877
    @chantalrancour877 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you Sting 🙏🏻

  • @angrysokka
    @angrysokka 3 роки тому +42

    This was very refreshing. Stings music is like light at the end of the tunnel.

    • @Ceeby
      @Ceeby 3 роки тому +3

      Absoultey! 🎵🎶

  • @vlleeom4410
    @vlleeom4410 3 роки тому +1

    STIIIIINNNNGGGGG!!!!!!

  • @kayluhluh6973
    @kayluhluh6973 3 роки тому +1

    Sting is the coolest guy ever

  • @andysink
    @andysink 3 роки тому +9

    The first track is such a vibe

  • @connexin
    @connexin 3 роки тому +6

    His voice has a beautiful tone - somewhat more mellow as he has aged - very pleasant for my ears

  • @skeogeirl7144
    @skeogeirl7144 3 роки тому +1

    King of the Tiny Desks

  • @larysayevdokymova-rizk6036
    @larysayevdokymova-rizk6036 3 роки тому +1

    May U have a good harvest in Tuscany this year🍇🍇🍇💜

  • @axelle410
    @axelle410 3 роки тому +6

    I love African in New York song so much. So great to see him singing it with Sting, the great himself! Proud of him representing Benin!! 🇧🇯

  • @MeAndATest
    @MeAndATest 3 роки тому +16

    Welp. This is better than I was expecting. Shirazee was an amazing touch! So glad he contributed to make one of my favorites songs into something different and amazing.

  • @michaelglennwilliams6278
    @michaelglennwilliams6278 2 роки тому +1

    He's a lethal alien, his songs slay me

  • @roniquebreauxjordan1302
    @roniquebreauxjordan1302 3 роки тому +1

    Spring 🌼2021🎼🎵🎵🎶🎶🎤🎸 ...Clearer now than ever🎉

  • @whoopees13
    @whoopees13 3 роки тому +4

    Always legend for 40 years.

  • @popmonkey
    @popmonkey 3 роки тому +7

    sister moon is one of the most underrated songs in sting's catalogue

    • @Auntkekebaby
      @Auntkekebaby 3 роки тому +1

      Facts. Sister Moon fabulous lyrics and arrangements about a crazy person obsessed with the moon, wilding out on a cold, smoky, moonlit night. Chef's kiss.

  • @exzinerlloyd5470
    @exzinerlloyd5470 3 роки тому +1

    Love some Sting

  • @salimchemes
    @salimchemes 2 роки тому

    not sure why I just found this tiny desk and not before, Sting is a legend

  • @heymambo
    @heymambo Рік тому +4

    Great musicians don't get old! Incredible energy!🤩🥰

  • @John-km2uw
    @John-km2uw 3 роки тому +6

    He is a master of melody. I say that, two thousand years down the road, people will be thinking and saying the same thing.

  • @jninosiol
    @jninosiol 3 роки тому +1

    toutes ces années ensemble lol et de plus en plus j'aime...

  • @thomasw8672
    @thomasw8672 2 роки тому +1

    Sting is true!!!

  • @gustavosousa3554
    @gustavosousa3554 3 роки тому +3

    Love this version of englishman

  • @lawrencefinch-hatton6231
    @lawrencefinch-hatton6231 3 роки тому +110

    Sting is the most determined man in music. His work ethic is second to none. Just look at his musical, "The Last Ship," he didn't roll over, he kept plugging away, until it was a success. He's done that with everything he's tried his hand at.
    "IF AT FIRST YOU DON'T SUCCEED, TRY, TRY AGAIN. Don't give up too easily; persistence pays off in the end."
    Thanks for the music, Sting. You're a legend.

    • @MGCecol
      @MGCecol 3 роки тому +3

      The Last Ship CD and production was simply the BEST!! I was able to meet him at TLS at his Toronto, Canada show. I had my picture take with him. My 1st bucket list checked off. I need to see him in a concert soon. xox

    • @TimMillernapavalleyfilmworks
      @TimMillernapavalleyfilmworks 3 роки тому

      I love the last ship album!

    • @Auntkekebaby
      @Auntkekebaby 3 роки тому

      You are so right! Why I love him❤

    • @annabrac
      @annabrac 3 роки тому +1

      The Last Ship is so beautiful. But as you said, Sting is simply.... Sting. He/his concert still keeps the place on my bucket list among those wishes I am afraid I will never reach :(

    • @lawrencefinch-hatton6231
      @lawrencefinch-hatton6231 3 роки тому +2

      @@annabrac I am so sad for you, friend. :(

  • @trevorammons343
    @trevorammons343 2 роки тому +1

    sting is just so funky good at music. dude was made for tiny desk. lovely.

  • @luqmxxxn
    @luqmxxxn 3 роки тому

    The King of man in Newyork 💐

  • @joko6576
    @joko6576 3 роки тому +6

    just the best! ultimately makes this lockdown slightly more bearable note per note.

  • @lukehunnable
    @lukehunnable 3 роки тому +6

    When the world is running down, you make the best of what's Sting around 😅

    • @dooby3116
      @dooby3116 3 роки тому

      Wish he played this hahaha

  • @JimmyLotus
    @JimmyLotus 3 роки тому

    Best version of Englishman in New York!!

  • @dude4173
    @dude4173 3 роки тому +66

    ‘It takes a man to suffer ignorance and smile’. Sting.

    • @Ceeby
      @Ceeby 3 роки тому +2

      Best line ever written! 🎶🎶

    • @princeamoakwa4057
      @princeamoakwa4057 3 роки тому +2

      @@Ceeby, dang! Just understood the line and the song even better!

  • @42elliott
    @42elliott 3 роки тому +105

    "Sting's definitely a personal hero. It's not that I listen to his music or anything, just that he's still making it."

    • @Kanjo_Bazooie
      @Kanjo_Bazooie 3 роки тому +6

      “Do I know what I’m doing today? No. But I’m here.”

    • @runboyprod3880
      @runboyprod3880 3 роки тому +6

      For me he is my all time favorite entertainer and the police my favorite band.

  • @zoilarobledo8135
    @zoilarobledo8135 3 роки тому +4

    Sweet, Blissful Perfection, STING! I LOVE this man with my soul!

  • @a.r.358
    @a.r.358 3 роки тому +18

    Well that is one big desk for a Tiny Desk concert. But it matches the talent so I ain't mad about it.

  • @maatsun
    @maatsun 3 роки тому +2

    Sting- The master at play...🎸

  • @glorfindeiko
    @glorfindeiko 3 роки тому +7

    I didn't had grandfathers in my life, but when I'm watching latest Sting lives I think that I have one though

  • @darrelhofland913
    @darrelhofland913 3 роки тому +6

    this is so organic and perfectly timed to be released at this point in time. it just feels that way.

  • @ProvenGroove
    @ProvenGroove 3 роки тому +1

    Cool updated feel of Englishman in New York👍

  • @notme.3917
    @notme.3917 3 роки тому +2

    Sting is built different. This man is so talented

  • @tokozamuimo
    @tokozamuimo 3 роки тому +3

    Sister Moon 😍

  • @noa.angell
    @noa.angell 3 роки тому +37

    Everything Sting touches turns to gold💫

  • @tuffgirl922
    @tuffgirl922 3 роки тому +3

    sister moon is one of those songs I didn't remember how much I missed until the first notes played...then it was "oh yeah, I love this song...where have you been?"

  • @MultiDianeD
    @MultiDianeD 3 роки тому +6

    He is an icon. I have seen him several times in concert and feel blessed❤️🙏🏼

  • @paulhough3579
    @paulhough3579 3 роки тому +8

    Sister Moon is extra special, a shining gem amongst the jewelry of his music.

  • @marlochap3964
    @marlochap3964 3 роки тому +3

    O M G... STING IS ALL THAT 😊

  • @TheMysticSaint
    @TheMysticSaint 3 роки тому +14

    We need stronger buttons on here than just "Like". That is wholly inadequate to describe how much I enjoyed this performance.

  • @kristijanrizanji4388
    @kristijanrizanji4388 3 роки тому +5

    Thank ya my brothers!!!!
    Peace and love!!

  • @hannahrichardson7274
    @hannahrichardson7274 3 роки тому +13

    legend

  • @NicholasBTillinghastLewman
    @NicholasBTillinghastLewman 3 роки тому +16

    Sting is my favorite--he's one of the greatest songwriters & distinctive singers of all time. It is my great hope that he'll be able to push himself to not be complacent and will strive to produce new, high-quality content that is as cutting edge, sincere, and fresh as his early solo work.

  • @zachdial4068
    @zachdial4068 3 роки тому +1

    Icon.

  • @katerinamitsa3070
    @katerinamitsa3070 3 роки тому +2

    "Be yourself ... be yourself... be yourself.
    No matter what they say..." [ Sting ]
    Thank You Sir ❣️

  • @rockalterme
    @rockalterme 3 роки тому +14

    I love Sting, definitely as a showman is pure simplicity and creates confidence wherever he sings, success through years is the result of patience, talent, luckiness and the perseverance… what a crooner is Sting!

  • @dmbrwr
    @dmbrwr 3 роки тому +47

    sting and shaggy is my favourite tiny desk concert. looking forward to this one. love, a geordie boy x

  • @luisacosta5068
    @luisacosta5068 2 роки тому +2

    Please invite Sade for a tiny desk concert, it would be amazing

  • @marcosilva4037
    @marcosilva4037 3 роки тому +1

    KING

  • @creid1367
    @creid1367 3 роки тому +15

    To me, there is something so spectacular to hear songs that I have loved for years; in a more intimate, toned down version. Incredible performance Sting!

  • @TakaHondaGuitar
    @TakaHondaGuitar 3 роки тому +14

    When the world is running down you make the best of what’s still around.

  • @lisamarley7054
    @lisamarley7054 2 роки тому +1

    A fan for 40 years of my 54 years...inspiration, creation, satisfaction, indulgence, reflection, and fantasy are what you mean to me.

  • @keironandrews5235
    @keironandrews5235 3 роки тому +1

    Masterful.
    Too short.

  • @peedevlin3426
    @peedevlin3426 2 роки тому +3

    We are so lucky to still have Sting and that was so humble of you to say .. Thank you!

  • @Robsonmioto
    @Robsonmioto 3 роки тому +259

    SET LIST
    • "Englishman/African in New York": 0:01
    • "If I Ever Lose My Faith in You": 4:55
    • "Sister Moon": 9:17

  • @BreadLightPray_EWFMgtr
    @BreadLightPray_EWFMgtr 2 роки тому +2

    🔵 Sting plays for few and many 😊 - sign of a humble yet super gifted musician ❕