Chris makes a great lyrical choice and wisely uses the same melody progression as the guitar riffs. The the drumming more than compliments, it is almost its own. “The guitar riff is what makes this song so original not to mention catchy, at that’s really an understatement. That said, this songs intro which comes up again and again in between Chris’s lyrics is what makes this song as good as it is and enjoyable to listen to.” “Again, Coldplay has the musical talent but we also have to give them credit for their song titles. No matter what, they will always surprise and amaze me, even though their new style is quite different that what it used to be… Thanks Coldplay for giving us magic like this, you guys are the best band and the reason I can’t stop listening to music” The sad part is that it is also their most underrated song… I can’t believe that PARADISE could top the magic atmosphere that SITS has… it’s brilliant and a real all time masterpiece… is a shame that so many people can’t see this… I feel this is the true Coldplay spirit (of course, not leaving aside all the beautiful songs that follow this one), and it’s beautifully disposed in this marvellous song… (for the record, I’m part of of that group that believes that the first three albums are the best). “This HAS to be the BEST song ever written by Coldplay, it is absolutely deep, touching and beautiful. It’s in the same category as teardrop/waterfall (uplifting party song)” Personally I also like Charlie Brown, in my place and Violet Hill, but actually they are all damn good :D. If you’re looking for the best combination of lyrics, music and feeling trouble is it. If Jeff Buckley was still alive he would have covered it because he would’ve loved it so much.I would swap it with viva la vida and you’d have a top 5 that is on par. ‘ This song deals with loss remarkably and it really represents the band at it’s best” Chris Martin’s piano steals the show, and is the highlight of their strongest album ‘A Rush Of Blood To The Head’ which is saying something when you think this album contains classics like ‘In My Place’ and ‘The Scientist. Amsterdam, like most of Coldplay songs, is emotional, but this is a cut above their other stuff like ‘Fix You’. Amsterdam (A Rush of Blood to the Head, 2002) The lyrics and the music are so beautiful that its human impossible to describe how good a song it is. It’s a pleasure to hear this song and you want to hear this song over and over again. Man, this songs lifts me to a whole different world. “With due respect to all the songs, this song is one of the most melodious song I’ve heard. Strawberry Swing (Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends, 2008) Chris Martin’s voice is also yearning in this song and it will make you feel so emotional”ġ7.
Aside from the harmony of it, if you look into the lyrics, it is actually a beautiful song about unrequited love.
“This song is so peaceful and is one of those songs that make me feel relaxed. Beautiful World would be a really nice title in my opinion.” Not to take anything away from the title but Coldplay could have easily titled this Beautiful World. Electric guitars riffs during “we live in a beautiful world” makes this such an enjoyable listen. “Easy and fun to play on acoustic guitar. With the rest of this album, it takes us back to a time of glory, grandeur, and ultimately, downfall.” “Life In Technicolor II” holds some of the greatest sounds ever produced by this band, and gives off a feeling of the excitement and anticipation of waiting for something huge to come. “Along with “Don’t Panic” and “Strawberry Swing”, I feel as if this song has been overlooked in the making of this list.
Life in Technicolor II (Prospekt’s March 2008)