The Untold Story of The Police: Conversations and Conflicts

The tension within The Police started to appear after their third album, 'Zenyatta Mondata'.

Sting's songwriting skills and attention to detail created conflict as he wanted to have full control over the band's music.

Stewart Copeland's spontaneous and improvisational style clashed with Sting's desire for perfection.

The band's differences in musical approach and the pressure of success ultimately led to the end of The Police after their fifth album, 'Synchronicity'.

The band members reflect on their conflict and appreciate the albums they created together.

What was the main cause of conflict within The Police?

—The main cause of conflict was the difference in musical approach between Sting, who sought perfection and control over the music, and Stewart Copeland, who preferred a more spontaneous and improvisational style.

Did The Police break up at the height of their career?

—Yes, The Police broke up after their fifth album, 'Synchronicity', despite external pressure to continue making music together.

How many albums did The Police release?

—The Police released five albums during their career: 'Outlandos d'Amour', 'Reggatta de Blanc', 'Zenyatta Mondata', 'Ghost in the Machine', and 'Synchronicity'.

Did the band members ever reconcile after the breakup?

—Yes, the band members reconciled after their breakup and have reflected on their conflict and the albums they created together.

What is the legacy of The Police?

—The Police are remembered as one of the most successful and influential bands of the late 1970s and early 1980s, with their unique blend of rock, reggae, and new wave.

00:00In this video, members of The Police reflect on their dynamics and conflicts during the height of their career.

00:39The tension within the band started to appear after their third album, 'Zenyatta Mondata', as Sting's desire for creative control clashed with Stewart Copeland's spontaneous style.

02:35Despite external pressure to continue making music together, The Police broke up after their fifth album, 'Synchronicity'.

05:50The band members reflect on their conflict, appreciate the albums they created together, and discuss their reconciliation after the breakup.