U.F.O.
Coldplay
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Lord I don't know which way I am going Which way, the river gonna flow It's just seems that upstream, I keep rolling Still got such a long way to go Still got such a long way to go Then at last, it's your right, I know, I swear We'll find somewhere the streets are paved with gold But it's fly, split the sky But that's all right, sometimes The sunlight comes streaming through the holes
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Written by: BRIAN PETER GEORGE ENO, GUY BERRYMAN, JONATHAN MARK BUCKLAND, WILLIAM CHAMPION, CHRISTOPHER ANTHONY JOHN MARTIN, GUY RUPERT BERRYMAN
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18 facts about this song
Release and Reception"U.F.O." is a track from Coldplay's fifth studio album, "Mylo Xyloto," which was released in 2011.
- It's one of the more acoustic songs off the album, featuring Chris Martin's voice accompanied by an acoustic guitar.
- The track was mostly positively received by critics, calling it a "beautifully rustic snippet" and praising its balance of simplicity and emotion.
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Song CompositionIt's just under 2 minutes long, making it one of the shortest tracks on the album.
- The song's lyrics focus on the feeling of helplessness and seeking assistance from a higher power, embodied by the idea of a U.F.O.
- The song's minimal orchestration—mostly acoustic guitar and vocals—offers a stark contrast to the more electric, expansive sound found on rest of the album.
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Song InspirationChris Martin, the lead singer of Coldplay, has expressed that the song was inspired by old folk songs.
- Given the religious themes found throughout the album, it can also be speculated that the song draws from religious hymns.
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Live PerformancesDuring live performances of the song, frontman Chris Martin is often accompanied only by guitarist Jonny Buckland, emphasizing the song's simplistic composition.
- The song also serves as an interlude of sorts during live shows, offering a respite from the more high-energy songs that dominate their performances.
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RecognitionDespite not being a single, "U.F.O." holds a special place in the band's discography, and fans often single it out for its raw emotion and honest lyrics.
- It displays Coldplay's versatility as a band, showcasing their ability to craft a compelling, heartfelt song with just a guitar and vocals.
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Album Theme"U.F.O." plays a key role in the narrative arc of "Mylo Xyloto," which is a concept album telling a love story set in a dystopian future.
- The song represents the protagonist's longing for salvation and escape, encapsulated by the titular U.F.O.
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Other FactsThe album "Mylo Xyloto", which includes the "U.F.O." track, topped charts globally, including number one positions in the UK, US, and Australia.
- The song's title, "U.F.O.," is an abbreviation for an unidentified flying object, referencing the longing feeling of wanting to be taken away.
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Album Fact"U.F.O" is a song by British rock band "Coldplay" included in their fifth studio album, "Mylo Xyloto," which was released in October 2011.
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Track Placement FactThe song is a transitional piece and is the seventh track on the album. Its placement is significant as it bridges the first half of the album with the second, demonstrating a change in mood and tempo.
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Song Duration Fact"U.F.O." is one of the shortest songs on "Mylo Xyloto," lasting only about 2 minutes and 17 seconds.
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Instrumentation FactThe song showcases a stripped-down approach by the band, primarily featuring an acoustic guitar.
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Lyrical Theme FactThe lyrics of "U.F.O." deal with themes of doubt, confusion, and hoping for help from an outside source, metaphorically a U.F.O.
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Album Theme FactThe song helped maintain the concept of the album "Mylo Xyloto," which is based on a concept of love and the tyranny of a governing antagonist.
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Collaborative Work FactThe song was produced by Markus Dravs, Daniel Green, and Rik Simpson, alongside the band who co-produced the entire album.
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Chart FactAlthough "U.F.O." was not a single, the album "Mylo Xyloto" itself debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 and the UK Albums Chart, ensuring the song received worldwide exposure and listenership.
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Artwork FactThe album's cover, featuring vivid colors and graffiti-like art, reflects the more experimental and colorful nature of songs like "U.F.O." within the album.
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Band Members Fact"U.F.O." was performed by all four Coldplay members - lead vocalist Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, and drummer Will Champion.
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Music Video FactThere is no official music video created for the song "U.F.O." as it was not released as a single from the "Mylo Xyloto" album.
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