• Revered as an essential rock song of the 2000s, “Viva La Vida” tells the story of a monarch who’s lost his kingdom. In another aspect, the song is also seen as a narrative on the French Revolution given the historical and biblical references in the lyrics. The instrumental is based around a string and piano background, led by an orchestral drum beat.
  • The title derives from the Spanish phrase “Long Live Life,” and takes its name from Frida Kahlo’s last painting before her death. During a March 2008 interview with Rolling Stone, frontman Chris Martin explained the reason for naming the song and album in honour of Kahlo:
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Coldplay - VIVA LA VIDA Poster

Coldplay - VIVA LA VIDA Poster

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Coldplay - VIVA LA VIDA Poster

"Viva La Vida" is a song by the British band Coldplay, released in 2008 as part of their fourth studio album, "Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends." The song was a commercial success and topped charts in many countries. The song's lyrics reference historical figures such as Napoleon Bonaparte and themes of power, love, and death. The song's signature instrumental feature is the violin-led string section and the Latin rhythm.

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