Beautiful World
Coldplay Lyrics
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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 yeah
Everybody here's got somebody to lean on
In these lyrics, Chris Martin of Coldplay explores the theme of mortality and the transient nature of life. The image of bones sinking like stones evokes a sense of finality and inevitability, as everything we have fought for and all the places we have grown will eventually come to an end. Despite this ominous imagery, Martin also acknowledges that we live in a beautiful world. This creates a sense of juxtaposition and contrast, as the beauty of the world is juxtaposed against the transient nature of life. Martin seems to be saying that despite the inevitable end that awaits us all, life is beautiful and meaningful in its passing.
The repetition of the line "All that we've fought for, homes, places we've grown" emphasises the idea of fighting for something that is ultimately temporary. It suggests that everything we have built may one day crumble and fall apart. However, the repetition of the line "We live in a beautiful world" creates a sense of hope and reminds us to appreciate the fleeting beauty of life.
The final lines, "Oh all that I know, there's nothing here to run from, cause yeah everybody here's got somebody to lean on" suggest that despite the inevitability of death, there is comfort in knowing that we are not alone. We all have people in our lives to lean on for support and comfort as we navigate the journey of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Bones sinking like stones
Our hopes and dreams are falling and disappearing like heavy stones submerged in water
All that we've fought for
Everything we have worked tirelessly for is slipping away
Homes, places we've grown
The familiar surroundings we have nurtured and developed are vanishing
All of us are done for
We are all doomed in one way or another
We live in a beautiful world
Despite all of our struggles and hardships, the world still possesses beauty and wonder
Yeah we do, yeah we do
The sentiment is repeated with enthusiastic affirmation
Oh all that I know
The singer acknowledges that this is the only truth they understand
There's nothing here to run from
There are no problems or difficulties that can be escaped from or avoided
Cause yeah
This is because
Everybody here's got somebody to lean on
Everyone has someone who they can rely on for support and comfort
Contributed by Charlie M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Víctor Urquiza G.
Bones,
sinking like stones,
All that we 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 fought for,
And homes,
places we've gone,
All of us are done for.
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 yeah, everybody here's got somebody to lean on
Tysk
Bones sinking like stones
All that we fall for
Homes places we've grown
All of us are done for
And we live in a beautiful world
(Yeah we do, yeah we do)
We live in a beautiful world
Bones sinkin' like stones
All that we've fall for
Homes places we've grown
All of us are done for
And 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 is nothing to run from
'Cause yeah everybody here's
Got somebody to lean on
M. Shah
Bones are sinking like stones
All that we fall for
Homes places we've grown
All of us are done for
And 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 fall for
homes places we've grown
All of us are done for
And we live in a beautiful world (yeah we do yeah we do)
We live in a beautiful world
We live in a beautiful world
Oh all that I know is nothing to run from
Cause yeah everybody here got's somebody to lean on
r e b o r n
one of the songs i used to listen to on repeat when i was around 4 or 5. this song holds so many memories. its one of those songs that holds you in nostalgia and i love it.
Milania A.
4 or 5??? Wow! Someone in your family passed on you a great taste since you were little
r e b o r n
@Milania A. yeah they did! i really appreciate it too, this music is beautiful no pun intended.
Dead Poet Society
The pictures of nature and landscapes go with the song but I think the real greatness of the song is the fact that you can be in any situation and really feel the beauty of the world. This song speaks to me on a different level than most because it fits any situation I'm in, whether I'm depressed or happy.
Scouse Salah
Not a Coldplay fan by any stretch but I love this song and always find myself getting lost in the beautiful melodic tone
SonsOfLiberty96
You should check out the whole first album from them
Dee
Salute 👊🏾🙏🏾,.doesn't matter race,.colour, creed, what genre of music you are into....this tune touches the soul on a cerebral level ❤️
Aditya Yadav
Dispite all the hardships, challenges, and stress that the world throws at me, it sends me some of the best moments of my life, the best scenery i could ever hope to see, and best of all some of the greatest friends i could ever hope to have. We truely do live in a beautiful world.
west azzouzi
This song reminds me of every second of my adolescence, now that I'm 32, really beautiful memories
vicky
When I'm listening to this song I feel like sleeping in God's arms, I feel so safe and good...such a perfect, inspirational song! LOVE IT!