Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic

The song's harmonic identity is defined by the interplay between D major and D minor, creating a push-pull tension that mirrors the lyrical theme of romantic yearning. The verse's prolonged emphasis on the dominant (A) without resolving to D builds anticipation, while the lydian-inflected bass line adds an ethereal, uplifting quality. The chorus's resolution to a clear D major progression provides cathartic release, making the harmonic journey as emotionally satisfying as the melody itself.

Sting wrote "Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic" in early 1977, well before The Police achieved commercial success. The song predates the band's formation and was initially considered too soft for their punky, reggae-rock sound. An early solo demo was recorded using basic equipment — an acoustic guitar, bass, African drum, and a TEAC 4-track recorder — in the loft of producer Mike Howlett's home in Acton, London. Sting held onto the song for years, convinced it was a hit despite its departure from the band's established style.

Originally written by Sting years before The Police found fame, "Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic" became the band's most accessible hit from their 1981 album Ghost in the Machine. Its unusual blend of synthesizers, Caribbean-tinged rhythms, and a jubilant pop melody set it apart from the trio's typical guitar-driven sound, reaching #1 in the UK and #3 in the US.