Text by: Lexi Souza and Adi Stoker
On a warm Sunday night (16) in the capital of São Paulo, fans of the legendary British singer Sting were able to feel up close all the energy of a show full of classics, in a breathtaking performance
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Visiting all phases of his career with the Sting 3.0 , the artist opened the show with his biggest hit, "Message in a Bottle," displaying elegance and a powerful vocal prowess that seemed intact.
band's power trio format Dominic Miller and drummer Chris Maas – delivered hits like "Englishman in New York," "Shape of My Heart," and "Desert Rose," true cornerstones of Sting's solo career, to a packed Ibirapuera stadium. Charismatic, he received a standing ovation after loudly proclaiming, "I'm very happy to be here with you all."
For the most dedicated fans, it was a unique experience to hear songs like "Roxanne" and "Walking on the Moon" straight from the source. The atmosphere of nostalgia was palpable. The musicians' versatility surprised with so many different dynamics, from the most romantic ballads to the most
captivating and energetic songs, such as "Driven To Tears".
The apotheosis happened during "Every Breath You Take," where emotion took over and a sea of voices sang in unison The Police . Nobody wanted the show to end; these were certainly moments that will remain in the audience's memory for many, many years. A performance that did justice to one of the greatest artists of his generation.
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