Sting, born Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner, is an influential British musician known for his distinctive voice and introspective songwriting. He first gained prominence as the lead vocalist and bassist for the band The Police in the late 1970s and early 80s, which blended rock, reggae, and jazz influences. Sting's solo career, launched in the mid-80s, further explored jazz and world music, leading to hits like "Fields of Gold" and "Englishman in New York". His significant contributions to music have been recognized with multiple Grammy Awards and his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.