X&Y
Coldplay (by f@riz rec.) Lyrics
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Fighting with my weak hand
Driven to distraction
It's all part of the plan
When something is broken
And you try to fix it
Trying to repair it
Any way you can
I dive in at the deep end
You become my best friend
I want to love you but I don't know if I can
I know something is broken
And I'm trying to fix it
Trying to repair it
Any way I can
Ooh
You and me are floating on a tidal wave
Together
You and me are drifting into outer space
And singing
Ooh, ooh
You and me are floating on a tidal wave
Together
You and me are drifting into outer space
You and me are floating on a tidal wave
Together
You and me are drifting into outer space
And singing
Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh
The song X&Y by Coldplay is a song that explores the feeling of being lost and trying to fix something that is broken in one's life. The lyrics depict a sense of desperation and a need to solve a problem. The singer is fighting with his weak hand, trying to repair something in any way he can. We can see the singer trying to dive in at the deep end, trying to fix something that appears to be beyond repair. The use of the metaphor 'diving in at the deep end' represents the singer's willingness to take a risk, regardless of what the outcome may be.
The song talks about a tidal wave, which is usually associated with destruction and chaos. However, in this context, the tidal wave symbolizes a wild and carefree time. As the song progresses, the singer talks about drifting into outer space, which is again another metaphor that speaks to being lost and not knowing what to do. The repetition of 'together' in the chorus is an attempt to find solace in someone else, highlighting the need to not be alone in one's struggles. The singer is dealing with something that is out of his control and is using the metaphorical tidal wave as a way of riding the ups and downs and staying afloat.
Overall, X&Y is a song about feeling lost, feeling like something is broken, and the need to find a way to fix it. The song showcases the importance of not facing life's struggles alone and seeking comfort in someone else.
Line by Line Meaning
Trying hard to speak and
Struggling to express myself
Fighting with my weak hand
Trying to overcome my shortcomings
Driven to distraction
Feeling overwhelmed and unfocused
It's all part of the plan
Believing that everything happens for a reason
When something is broken
Recognizing something is wrong
And you try to fix it
Attempting to address the issue
Trying to repair it
Working to fix the problem
Any way you can
Using any available means to solve the issue
I dive in at the deep end
Going all in without hesitation
You become my best friend
Building a strong bond with someone
I want to love you but I don't know if I can
Desiring a close relationship but uncertain if it's possible
I know something is broken
Aware that something is not working as it should
And I'm trying to fix it
Working to address the problem
You and me are floating on a tidal wave Together
Enjoying a thrilling, exciting time in life
You and me are drifting into outer space
Feeling detached from reality and everyday life
And singing Ooh, ooh
Expressing joy and happiness in the moment
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHRISTOPHER ANTHONY JOHN MARTIN, GUY RUPERT BERRYMAN, JONATHAN MARK BUCKLAND, WILLIAM CHAMPION
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@planet_900
00:00 Square One
04:47 What If
09:43 White Shadows
15:07 Fix You
20:01 Talk
24:26 X & Y
28:58 Speed Of Sound
33:17 A Message
38:04 Low
43:38 The Hardest Part
48:12 Swallowed In The Sea
52:05 Twisted Logic
56:34 Til Kingdom Come
@planet_900
00:00 Square One
04:47 What If
09:43 White Shadows
15:07 Fix You
20:01 Talk
24:26 X & Y
28:58 Speed Of Sound
33:17 A Message
38:04 Low
43:38 The Hardest Part
48:12 Swallowed In The Sea
52:05 Twisted Logic
56:34 Til Kingdom Come
@RadioactiveSince1990x
Thanks! 🙂
@JohnStopman
A list! Very useful! Thanks! 🙂
@63sebastian
Many thanks 4 posting X&Y, 1 of their many albums that have helped me cope with very stressful & emotional times 😢
@franciscosantos-ge7qw
Yo creo que las gracias nos las tiene que dar él a nosotros. 😂❤
@user-bf2pz9bq8z
❤
@themourninghour_
Haven't heard this album in years. Coming back feels like the first time, an amazing experience.
@lmarie2392
I haven't heard it in years either
@nuncaolvidare4895
Clásica de música 🎙 poesía 🎵
😊
@ANIMAL.LOVERS.DONT.EAT.ANIMALS
i was born with some unknown illness that causes extreme pain and anxiety and tons of other symptoms when eating any food. I would vomit and cry at night and had extreme trouble sleeping as a kid. I would listen to this entire album every single night before bed for a few years. that hour before bed every night was a different world for me that i lived in for a long time. its honestly always been very hard to connect with people because of how unaware and non antinatalistic they are, they just could never relate to my experience, but these songs always felt like understanding company, and they still do.