Reviews Written by MSM

Coldplay are back!

Pros: The lyrics are deep and meaningful, definite progression but still good old coldplay sound

Cons: Not long enough

Coldplay has definately progressed with its intelligent lyrics and layered, captivating music. The band put much thought into this masterpiece. Track-by-Track
SQUARE ONE-A powerful anthem with great guitar and drum playing with powerful yet simplistic lyrics like, "You just want people listening to what you say,"
WHAT IF-A well thought out song about doubt and questioning life. Lyrics include, "What if you should decide you don't want me by your side?" Good song with again, good instrumentals.
WHITE SHADOWS-A good song that is easy listening to and easy to lose yourself in. If you want to forget where you are and how long you've been there, or just hear a very good song, this is it.
FIX YOU-Easily one of the best on the album. It's a song that can be interpreted as a person who wants to help someone, or a someone who wants to help you personally. It is very personal and emotional, a great song. Lyrics include, "When tears go streaming down your face, and you lose something you cannot replace,"
TALK-A great song about needing help in this confusing world, and wanting someone to talk to. Simple, yet layered and very enjoyable.
X&Y-This is yet another one of the best songs on the album. Great melody and vocals, which include, "Diving off the deep end, and you become my best friend, I want to love you but I don't know if I can."
SPEED OF SOUND-Most people know this. The link between old and new. A great song; great lyrics and great melody. "Birds go flying at the speed of sound, flying from the underground. And birds go flying at the speed of sound, if you could see it then you'd understand."
A MESSAGE-Another beaitful and great song. The lyrics are soothing and comfortable. The music is acoustic driven. "My song is love," a great line.
LOW-A great song of feelings. The music is great and the lyrics great. "All you ever wanted to be, living in perfect symatry."
THE HARDEST PART-This song is amazing. It shows honesty and other human emotions. The lyrics and music is great. "The hardest part was letting go, not taking part. Yeah, you really broke my heart."
SWALLOWED IN THE SEA-A touching sound that shows fault and blame. The music and lyrics are perfectly combined. "You cut me down a tree, and brought it back to me."
TWISTED LOGIC-Eerie and beautiful at the same time. Radioheadish sounding, but still very unique and creative. The lyrics are some of the best on the album. Slightly political and modern day fears and concerns. "Created, drilled, and invaded. If somebody made it, then someone will mess it up. You are not wrong to ask who does this belong to. It belongs to all of us."
HIDDEN TRACK-till kingdom come-A countryish love song that is one of the best songs on the album. The acoustic is perfectly in tuned with the lyrics. The lyrics are great too. "Steal my heart,"
Overall an amazing album, enjoy! ...