Coldplay is the band that everyone secretly loves to love. The vocals of Chris Martin are instantly recognizable and the lyrics have been sang all across the world. Coldplay has gone on world tours, sold millions of albums and reached number one on the iTunes charts more than a few times.
Their most recent tour for Mylo Xyloto brought a brand new show to stadiums all across the world. The show even featured bracelets that every concert goer got to wear that lit up to the music. Coldplay created a tour that made everyone feel like they were on stage, as opposed to the stadium seating.
Not much is known about the plans for Coldplay in 2014 but if the plans include anything like 2013, fans will not be disappointed.
TheCelebrityCafe.com is counting down the top ten Coldplay songs. From “Hurts Like Heaven,” “Speed of Sound” to “Charlie Brown” Coldplay has become a staple in the mainstream music industry.
10. Hurts Like Heaven
This single off of Mylo Xylotofollowed the unique sound that Coldplay embraced for this album. It was danceable, upbeat and inspiration, with of course Martin on the piano.
9. The Scientist
One of Coldplay's most popular songs, "The Scientist" has been covered thousands of times and is one of the most recognizable songs in the past ten years.
8. Charlie Brown
This song off of Mylo Xyloto really reaches its musical height at the end of the song. The piano solo that concludes the song is beautiful and captures the energy that Mylo Xyloto gives off, in just a few notes.
7. Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall
"Every Teardrop is a Waterfall," was the lead off single from Coldplay when they released Mylo Xyloto. This single set the tone for what was to come and fans went wild.
6. Princess of China
This Coldplay track showed range in musicality and featured Rihanna. The combination of rock/pop and female hip & hop royalty was a home run for both artists.
5. Speed of Sound
This single features catchy lyrics and the sweeping sound that Coldplay is known for.
4. Paradise
Mylo Xyloto produced hit after hit. "Paradise" was one of them. When Coldplay brought their tour to Michigan, after the concert had handed fans could be heard singing "Paradise" as they walked to their cars. Even after the conclusion of the concert fans wanted more.
3. Clocks
Coldplay gave a whole new meaning to timepieces everywhere. "Clocks," features catchy lyrics and the signature sound of piano, guitar and soaring melodies that makes Coldplay so recognizable.
2. Yellow
Coldplay first came into mainstream music when they released, "Yellow." The rest is music history.
1. Fix You
This is one of the more emotional songs that Coldplay has written and performed. "Fix You," has become a fan favorite and has healed the hearts of many. At live performances fans are often quiet so they can fully hear and take in "Fix You."
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