Up in Flames
Coldplay
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So it's over, This time I know it's gone Salt water tasted it too long I only know I'm wrong Now I know it's gone Up in flames, up in flames Up in flames we have slowly gone So it's over, This time you're flying on This time I know no song Can stop it slowly burn Can stop it slowly gone Up in flames, up in flames Up in flames we have slowly gone Up in flames, up in flames Up in flames we have slowly gone Oh, we have slowly gone Can we pour some water on?
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Written by: CHRISTOPHER ANTHONY JOHN MARTIN, GUY RUPERT BERRYMAN, JONATHAN MARK BUCKLAND, WILLIAM CHAMPION
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21 facts about this song
Album Classification"Up in Flames" is a song by the British rock band Coldplay and is part of their fifth studio album "Mylo Xyloto" which was released in 2011.
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Genre CompositionThe song falls under the genre of alternative rock and pop rock, active genres of music during its release.
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Album ConceptThe entire album "Mylo Xyloto", including the song "Up in Flames", is a concept album, which tells the story of two characters, Mylo and Xyloto, living in a dystopian world.
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Collaborative WorkThe album "Mylo Xyloto" was created through a collaboration between Coldplay and producers Brian Eno and Markus Dravs.
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Song Identity"Up in Flames" is the 11th track of the "Mylo Xyloto" album.
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Song ReceptionThough the track was not released as a single, it still got positive reviews, with listeners and critics praising its simplicity and the heartfelt performance of lead vocalist Chris Martin.
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Musical StyleThe song showcases a minimalist style, a contrast to many of the other electronically influenced tracks on the album, and features just vocals, piano, and drums.
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Singles vs. AlbumUnlike many popular Coldplay songs, "Up in Flames" was not released as a single. It was primarily heard and accessible within the complete album.
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Song LengthThe song has a duration of 3 minutes and 13 seconds, which is somewhat shorter than the average length of songs on the same album.
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Coldplay Evolution"Up in Flames" is said to reflect Coldplay's evolution over the years, from a purely alternative rock band to incorporating more pop influences, representing a softer, more mellow side of their music.
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Live PerformancesThe song has been performed live during tours, and is recognized for its melancholic tone and quiet intimacy, which contrasts well amidst more upbeat numbers in the band's repertoire.
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Album Appearance"Up in Flames" is a song by British rock band Coldplay. It features on their fifth studio album, "Mylo Xyloto," which was released in 2011.
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Song StyleThe track is characterized by its minimalist composition, borrowing elements from pop and acoustic genres. The song has a relaxed and stripped back style compared to other tracks on the album.
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Production TeamThis song was produced by Markus Dravs, Daniel Green, and Rik Simpson, along with the members of Coldplay. Brian Eno also contributed to the additional composition.
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Conceptual AlbumThe song is part of a conceptual album, Mylo Xyloto, which tells the story of two characters in a dystopian world. "Up in Flames" fits into the storyline by representing a moment of despair and sadness.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics reflect a story of love that has been irrevocably lost and the pain associated with it.
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Chris Martin's ReflectionFrontman Chris Martin once described "Up in Flames" as the simplest song on the album, and confessed that it was 'the hardest to get right.'
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Mixed ReceptionThe song has received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its simplicity and emotional resonance, while others felt it was one of the weaker tracks on the album.
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Live PerformancesDespite the mixed reviews, "Up in Flames" became a standard part of the band's live setlist during their Mylo Xyloto Tour.
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SongwritingAs with all the songs on Mylo Xyloto, "Up in Flames" was written collaboratively by all four members of Coldplay - Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, and Will Champion.
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SerializationTo capitalize on the success of the album, "Up in Flames," like all the songs on Mylo Xyloto, was transformed into a comic book series that further expanded the storyline and characters of the concept album in 2012.
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