Don't Panic

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About Don't Panic

"Don't Panic" is a song by the British rock band Coldplay. Originally titled "Panic", the earliest known version of the song existed in 1998, performed live during the band's first gig in the same year. It had a different melody, and was included in the band's third EP, The Blue Room. The track was reproduced by Coldplay and British producer Ken Nelson for the band's debut album, Parachutes. Following their successful releases in 2000, Coldplay and their record label Parlophone thought there was enough exposure of the album in the United Kingdom. Thus, the decision of releasing a fourth single would be for regions that had not been overdosed by the hit singles "Yellow" and "Trouble". They settled on "Don't Panic", which at the time was an audience favourite. The single was released in some European regions, and the United Kingdom only received a promo edition. The critical reception of the song was generally positive. 


Year:
2007
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Bones sinking like stones 
All that we've fought for 
Homes, places we've grown 
All of us are done for 

We live in a beautiful world 
Yeah we do 
Yeah we do 
We live in a beautiful world 

Bones sinking like stones 
All that we've fought for 
Homes, places we've grown 
All of us are done for 

We live in a beautiful world 
Yeah we do 
Yeah we do 
We live in a beautiful world 

We live in a beautiful world 
Yeah we do 
Yeah we do 
We live in a beautiful world 

Oh all that I know 
There's nothing here to run from 
Cause here
Everybody here's got somebody to lean on

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Coldplay

Coldplay are a British Alternative Rock band formed in 1996 by lead vocalist Chris Martin and lead guitarist Jonny Buckland at University College London. After they formed Pectoralz, Guy Berryman joined the group as a bassist and they changed their name to Starfish.Will Champion joined as a drummer, backing vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist, completing the line-up. Manager Phil Harvey is often considered an unofficial fifth member. The band renamed themselves "Coldplay" in 1998, before recording and releasing three EPs; Safety in 1998, Brothers & Sisters as a single in 1999 and The Blue Room in the same year. The latter was their first release on a major label, after signing to Parlophone. more »

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Written by: CHRISTOPHER ANTHONY JOHN MARTIN, GUY RUPERT BERRYMAN, JONATHAN MARK BUCKLAND, WILLIAM CHAMPION

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Album
"Don't Panic" is a song from Coldplay's debut album, "Parachutes," released in 2000.
Chart performance
Despite being the opening track on the album, "Don't Panic" was not released as a single until 2001, where it reached only Number 36 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of their less commercially successful songs.
Music Video
The music video for "Don't Panic" was directed by Tim Hope, animating the band and their equipment in various surreal situations. During the video, the band members appear in a small car, a feature that would later be a recurring theme in Coldplay's videos.
Song Theme
Lyrically, "Don't Panic" is a reassurance song, seeking to provide comfort in the face of despair and hardship. It begins with the lyrics, "Bones sinking like stones, All that we've fought for, Homes, places we've grown, All of us are done for," and concludes with the comforting words, "We live in a beautiful world."
Production
"Don't Panic" was produced by Ken Nelson, an English record producer who's worked with other influential bands such as Gomez and Kings of Convenience.
Musical Style
"Don't Panic" is often recognized for its simple acoustic guitar intro and Chris Martin's distinctive falsetto.
Earlier Versions
Earlier versions of "Don't Panic," featured on "The Blue Room" EP, contained different lyrics. But they were ultimately changed for the version found on "Parachutes."
Cultural Impact
"Don't Panic" has been used in numerous movies and TV shows, including but not limited to "Garden State," "The O.C," and "Roswell." This has helped maintain the song's awareness and popularity over the years.
Live Performances
Despite not being a hit single, "Don't Panic" has remained a staple in Coldplay's live sets due to its popularity among fans.
Cover Versions
Numerous artists have covered "Don't Panic," including Clarity and Kina Grannis, demonstrating the song's lasting appeal and influence.

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