NPR Music's iconic Tiny Desk concert series has adapted to current times with Tiny Desk (home) concerts, maintaining the intimate and stripped-down performances from various locations. Noteworthy in this adaptation is a heartwarming collaboration featuring music legend Sting and Beninese pop star Shirazee. Shirazee's unique rendition of Sting's "Englishman in New York" as "African in New York" caught Sting's attention during the pandemic, leading to a special performance at the Tiny Desk concert and a recording for Sting's upcoming Duets album.

Sting, born Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner CBE, is an English musician, activist, and actor known for his work with the new wave band the Police and his successful solo career. Over the years, Sting has accrued numerous accolades including 17 Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe, an Emmy, and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. His diverse musical style incorporates elements of rock, jazz, reggae, classical, new-age, and worldbeat.

Throughout his career, Sting has collaborated with various artists on notable songs such as "Money for Nothing" with Dire Straits, "Rise & Fall" with Craig David, and "Desert Rose" with Cheb Mami. His collaborative album "44/876" with Jamaican musician Shaggy earned the Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album in 2019, showcasing his enduring influence in the music industry.