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Despite the escalating tensions within the band, they continued to achieve remarkable success, leading up to their fifth and final studio album, Synchronicity, released on June 17, 1983. Featuring an iconic hit, "Every Breath You Take," the album garnished massive commercial success, reigning atop various charts for extensive periods and selling over 15 million copies worldwide.
The Band's Subsequent Hiatus
Following a whirlwind of success, the band's dynamics began to falter, primarily due to Sting's pursuit of a solo career and growing tensions among members. The Police ultimately took a hiatus after their final concert on March 4, 1984, in Melbourne, Australia.