Studio Album · No. 14
The Bridge Songwriting Credits by Sting
Produced by Martin Kierszenbaum, Maya Jane Coles, Sting · Engineered by Robert Orton, Tony Lake
A&M Records
Pop rockRock
100%
Authorship
Holds writing credit on 10 of 10 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 10 / 10 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 10 tracks with documented writers, by whether Sting carries a lyricist or composer credit.
10 trackswritten by Sting
0 tracksoutside writers
Sting's roles on this album
Share of the 10 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist100%
Composer100%
Producer100%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
10
Tracks
1
Lyricists
3
Producers
2021
Released
Data Insight
The Bridge is fully self-written, a return to original pop-rock songwriting after the My Songs re-recordings project. Every song is Sting's own, including the singles "If It's Love" and "Rushing Water," and the album touches on jazz and soul alongside rock. Produced with Martin Kierszenbaum and Maya Jane Coles, it is entirely his own work.
Track Listing & Credits 10 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Rushing Water
|
Sting | StingMartin KierszenbaumGavin Brown | Martin KierszenbaumSting | Sting (Lead Vocals) |
| 2 |
If It's Love
|
Sting | Sting | Martin KierszenbaumSting | Sting (Lead Vocals) |
| 3 |
The Book of Numbers
|
Sting | StingDominic Miller | Martin KierszenbaumSting | Sting (Lead Vocals) |
| 4 |
Loving You
|
Sting | StingMaya Jane Coles | Maya Jane ColesSting | Sting (Lead Vocals) |
| 5 |
Harmony Road
|
Sting | StingDominic Miller | Martin KierszenbaumSting | Sting (Lead Vocals) |
| 6 |
For Her Love
|
Sting | StingMartin Kierszenbaum | Martin KierszenbaumSting | Sting (Lead Vocals) |
| 7 |
The Hills on the Border
|
Sting | Sting | Martin KierszenbaumSting | Sting (Lead Vocals) |
| 8 |
Captain Bateman
|
Sting | Sting | Martin KierszenbaumSting | Sting (Lead Vocals) |
| 9 |
The Bells of St. Thomas
|
Sting | StingDominic Miller | Martin KierszenbaumSting | Sting (Lead Vocals) |
| 10 |
The Bridge
|
Sting | Sting | Martin KierszenbaumSting | Sting (Lead Vocals) |
Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 5 contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions The Bridge
Did Sting write The Bridge himself?
Yes. The Bridge is fully self-written, with every song an original Sting composition. It marked a return to new material after the My Songs re-recordings album.
Who wrote "If It's Love" by Sting?
"If It's Love" was written by Sting and served as the upbeat lead single from The Bridge. It opened the album on an optimistic note.
What genre is The Bridge by Sting?
The Bridge is a pop rock album that also draws on jazz and soul. It was described as his first rock-oriented album since 2016's 57th & 9th.
How did The Bridge by Sting perform commercially?
The Bridge reached the top five in several European countries, including Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, and was certified Gold in France and Poland. It was a solid commercial showing for a later-career release.
Who produced The Bridge by Sting?
The Bridge was produced by Martin Kierszenbaum, Maya Jane Coles, and Sting. The collaboration gave the album a mix of organic and contemporary production.
Is The Bridge by Sting an album of original songs?
Yes. The Bridge consists of original Sting compositions, unlike his preceding My Songs album of re-recordings. Deluxe editions add a few bonus and cover tracks.