Sting and Shaggy - 44/876

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44/876 is a collaborative album by Sting and Shaggy, released on April 20, 2018. The title cleverly combines the UK's country code (+44) and Jamaica's area code (876), reflecting the artists' home countries. This reggae album was a surprise collaboration that started with Shaggy's producer, Martin Kierszenbaum, who is also Sting's manager, offering Sting a song called "Don't Make Me Wait." The duo enjoyed their collaboration so much that they decided to create an entire album together. The album features a mix of Caribbean-flavored tracks like "Morning Is Coming" and "Don't Make Me Wait," with contributions from notable musicians such as Robbie Shakespeare and Morgan Heritage. 44/876 won the Grammy for Best Reggae Album in 2019, revitalizing both artists' careers. The album's success led to a tour where Sting and Shaggy performed together, entertaining audiences with their energetic stage presence and banter. The album showcases their ability to blend reggae with pop, creating a unique and uplifting musical experience.