The Police – Every Breath You Take
The Police – Every Breath You Take (1983)
Directed by: Godley & Creme
Every Breath You Take by The Police is one of the band’s most iconic songs and music videos. Directed by the duo Godley & Creme, the video was inspired by Gjon Mili’s 1944 short film “Jammin’ the Blues.” The black-and-white video features the band performing in a darkened ballroom with a string section and a pianist, while a man washes a large window in the background. Released in 1983, the video played a significant role in the song’s success, which topped the charts worldwide and became one of the best-selling singles of the decade. The video’s cinematography was highly praised, earning accolades and cementing its place in music video history.
