Australian singer and artist Simon Orton turns his thoughts and feelings towards a classic from Sting and The Police, presenting one of the most mellow and intimate acoustic takes yet, for Every Breath You Take.
Built around gentle guitar picking and subtle country twangs of production, this unique country version of Every Breath You Take is essentially a complete re-imagining of the song. With subtle electric guitar dashes and ambient mixing, Simon’s cover adds a certain optimistic brightness and warmth to the timeless song, and the urgency of the bridge is replaced by something softly passionate and conclusive, as Simon gifts his honest and accessible voice to a fearlessly stripped-back arrangement.
Originally released in 1983, Every Breath You Take has become a generational go-to, with mainstream and indie covers alike hitting the scene consistently over the decades. Simon Orton’s country version of the hit is a welcomed change of tempo and tone, and this roots-driven aura, along with the emotional stability and calm of Simon’s voice, connects with and reflects honestly the heartfelt sentiments of the lyrics.
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