Released in 1980, is a cornerstone track from The Police's third studio album, Zenyatta Mondatta . Though often dismissed as "baby talk," the song is an intellectual critique of the banality and manipulation of language. Meaning and Inspiration
: The phrase itself was supposedly inspired by Sting’s son. Musical Composition The Police - De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da (HQ)
: Guitarist Andy Summers used an EHX Electric Mistress flanger to achieve the song's distinct, swirling texture during the verses. Released in 1980, is a cornerstone track from
: Far from being a "child's song," the lyrics caution against the way politicians, priests, and entertainers use words to "scream for your submission" and manipulate the public. Released in 1980
"De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da" ... a song that gets stuck in your head.