Coldplay: The Best Song On Each Studio Album
4. O - Ghost Stories
Ghost Stories is one of Coldplay's most emotional albums. Inspired by Chris Martin's split with Gwyneth Paltrow, it highlights many painful feelings but also references positive thoughts and emotions from the past.
The closing track, O, is what best captures the mixed feelings that separations can bring: hurt, appreciation for good times, regret, desire to change for the better, and more.
The heartfelt lyrics Martin sings are nearly impossible not to be moved by. Soft piano highlights the gentle nature of the song, and it slowly gains strength as the song progresses and changes to one that hints at hope for the future.
What's particularly great about O is that it embraces simplicity in its sound, but it doesn't feel hollow or like it's missing anything. It's an intensely powerful song that resonates with listeners because of the universal feelings it represents and how it invites people to empathize with the situation.
The final moments of the song are filled with heavenly voices that usher in a sense of peace and calm. The album's conclusion leaves listeners in a gentle state, which clearly illustrates how Coldplay considers how their fans respond to the band's work.