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- Album
- Parachutes
- Released
- 2000
- Genres
- Length
- 4:27
- Tempo
- 173 BPM
- Label
- Parlophone UK
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About this song
"Yellow" is the fifth track and second single from Coldplay's 2000 debut album Parachutes. It remains one of the band's oldest and most enduring hits and is a regular feature of their live shows.
What it's about
The title came from the band's mood while writing the song, which was full of brightness, hope and devotion. The lyrics were inspired by lead singer Chris Martin's unrequited love.
Fun facts
- It's actually a cover of “Y”.
- Sampled in 9 other songs, like “yellow by twikipedia”.
- Covered 59 times, including “Yellow by Kurt Hugo Schneider & Dave Winkler”.
- Written by Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman and Will Champion.
- Produced by Ken Nelson and Coldplay.