"Message in a Bottle" is a popular song by the band The Police, released in 1979. The song tells the story of a lonely castaway who sends out a message for help, only to discover that many others share his feelings of isolation. It combines themes of longing and connection, set against a catchy melody. The phrase "message in a bottle" also refers to the act of placing a written message inside a sealed bottle and throwing it into the sea. This practice has been used for centuries as a way to communicate across distances, often symbolizing hope and the search for connection.