Sting & Shaggy - 44/876 (Deluxe Edition) (2018)

In creating their collaborative, island-inspired album 44/876, Sting and Shaggy drew from the many unlikely connections at the heart of their music. With its title referencing their hometown area codes, 44/876 first and foremost honors the duo’s deep-rooted love for Jamaica: Shaggy’s homeland, and the place where Sting penned such classics as The Police’s “Every Breath You Take.” Along with continuing each artist’s exploration of reggae and its transcendent rhythms, songs like “Don’t Make Me Wait” reveal Sting and Shaggy’s shared passion for making timeless music that defies expectation.

The lead single from 44/876, “Don’t Make Me Wait” came to life after the musicians were introduced by Martin Kierszenbaum (Sting’s manager and Shaggy’s former A&R executive). Although the initial plan was for Sting to lend his vocals and musical finesse to the track, the two soon discovered that their distinct voices blended with unbelievable ease. Fueled by their immediate chemistry, “Don’t Make Me Wait” emerged as a soulful love song built on intense grooves, warm harmonies, and graceful guitar work.

TRACKLIST

1 44/876 [feat. Morgan Heritage & Aidonia]
2 Morning Is Coming
3 Waiting For The Break Of Day
4 Gotta Get Back My Baby
5 Don't Make Me Wait
6 Just One Lifetime
7 22nd Street
8 Dreaming In The U.S.A.
9 Crooked Tree
10 To Love And Be Loved
11 Sad Trombone
12 Night Shift
13 If You Can't Find Love
14 Love Changes Everything
15 16 Fathoms
16 Don't Make Me Wait (Dave Audé Rhythmic Radio Remix)