Gregory Porter performs It's Probably Me at the Polar Music Prize Ceremony 2017

It’s Probably Me
(Gordon Sumner, Eric Clapton, Michael Kamen)

Performed by Gregory Porter, The Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Hans Ek and the Polar Music Prize band at the Polar Music Prize Ceremony 2017

Sting and Wayne Shorter received the Polar Music Prize on June 15, 2017 at a ceremony at Konserthuset Stockholm, Sweden. Several artists honored the Laureates together with the The Royal Stockholm Philarmonic Orchestra, led by maestro Hans Ek.

"The 2017 Polar Music Prize is awarded to the singer, musician and composer Sting, real name Gordon Sumner, from Wallsend in Northumberland. Sting grew up in a shipyard town in northeastern England. As a child his thoughts and dreams roamed as far as the ships that sailed from his town. Internal and external travel has also characterised his music. As a member of the trio The Police, and later as a solo artist, Sting has never sat back and rested on his laurels; he has put down his anchor in more musical harbours than perhaps any other artist of his generation. As a composer, Sting has combined classic pop with virtuoso musicianship and an openness to all genres and sounds from around the world. Sting is a true citizen of the world, who has also been indefatigable in using his position as an arena-filling artist to promote human rights."

The Polar Music Prize was founded in 1989 by the late Stig ”Stikkan” Anderson, one of the true greats in the history of popular music. As the publisher, lyricist and manager of ABBA, he played a key role in their enormous success. Its name stems from Anderson’s legendary record label, Polar Music.

The Polar Music Prize is one of the most prestigious and unique music prizes in the world, crossing over musical boundaries and awarded to individuals, groups and institutions in recognition of exceptional achievements.

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[nelisiwengobeni]

Whose here for the 1000th time, it’s probably me💆🏾‍♂️

[fdwuziz]

I can’t get enough of this. I’ve watched it at least 100 times. Anyone else the same? 😂

[RonnieGorotto]

Sting: “Who thinks their version is better than mine?”

Gregory Porter: “It’s probably me.”

[evanslazar]

This song by Sting was already a nugget. Gregory Porter coated it with gold.

[nduduzokhoza]

Sting’s wife absolutely loved that performance

[ChristerEriksson-qpco]

I actually had the opportunity to see this live. Transformed the atmosphere in the room completely. It was pure magic.

[marvalinascott-harp]

I have watched this over and over again. I lost my oldest son almost three years ago.. he is the one who got me started to listen to Gregory Porter.. He was such a loving, kind, and gentle person.. this song always makes me think of him.

[MRGDFATHR]

How many people rolling into 2020 still watching and loving Gregory’s performance?!?!?

[bernadettej.]

Sting wrote a timeless, classic song and Gregory Porter made it unforgettable. It's beautiful!!

[oramonika]

No one's talking about the phenomenal band/orchestra. Perfection absolute.

[Unpopularopinion]

*Gregory Porter didn't just*
*perform this song; he owned it, * *leaving an indelible mark*

[desireerobinson]

I respect and love both artists tremendously. For those who criticize this rendition let me be clear....the mark of a true artist is not to create an exact duplication, but to elevate the work in a manner that is true to the artist performing the work. That's what Porter does. If you search for Stevie Wonder's version of Fragile, Stevie makes it his own. The true beauty is that Sting created a masterpiece capable of duplication for inspiration. THAT is the gift....it keeps on giving.

[mikeyates]

You gotta admire the guts it takes to sing a classic song in front of the artist who wrote and sang the original ❤

[aaladawiya]

What Gregory Porter does with Sting's lyrics is pure gold!❤❤❤

[richardrose]

If you’re gonna cover a song, cover it! He made Sting proud.

[elcapitan]

As a former homeless man, this really resonates with me. Too proud to beg and too dumb to steal. I pray that I never have to walk that path again, and I hope that those who find themselves in that position can get out and move on.

Update:
Much love to all you guys. I didn't think I wrote anything interesting, till I saw this old post awhile back. Thank you guys for all the support!

[tyronewilliamson]

2.10 minutes Sting realises he has made a classic and is witnessing a classic performance of his own material.

[karlastewart]

Who's in tears right now?.. It's probably me. Well done, sir! 👏

[georgia]

Anybody else had anxiety and decided to come here? Sending you love, relax and enjoy this incredible vibe. You are not alone. Xxooxxooo

[zantelion]

6 years later and still keep coming back to this wonderful rendition of this song!! Pity it’s never been released as a download!!