Fragile

Sting · Nothing Like The Sun

If blood will flow when flesh and steel are one
Drying in the colour of the evening sun
Tomorrow's rain will wash the stains away
But something in our minds will always stay

On and on the rain will fall
On and on the rain will fall

Perhaps this final act was meant
To clinch a lifetime's argument
That nothing comes from violence
and nothing ever could
For all those born beneath an angry star
Lest we forget how fragile we are

On and on the rain will fall
Like tears from a star
Like tears from a star
On and on the rain will say
How fragile we are
How fragile we are

On and on the rain will fall
Like tears from a star
Like tears from a star
On and on the rain will say
How fragile we are
How fragile we are
How fragile we are
How fragile we are

About Fragile

"Fragile" is a standout track from Sting's 1987 album *Nothing Like The Sun*, marking a pivotal moment in his career where he fully embraced his rock persona. The song features a driving rhythm and a distinctive guitar riff that became a signature element of his sound during this era. It explores themes of vulnerability and emotional fragility, delivered with Sting's characteristic vocal range and poetic lyricism. The recording represents a shift from his earlier new wave and synth-pop influences toward a more mature, guitar-driven rock style that would define his work in the late 1980s and beyond. This track remains a staple of his discography, showcasing his ability to blend personal introspection with powerful musical arrangements.