Up in Flames
A track from Coldplay's vibrant concept album Mylo Xyloto.
Up in Flames is a song by British rock band Coldplay from their fifth studio album, Mylo Xyloto (2011).
Quick Facts
- Status
- Existing
- Source material
- Mylo Xyloto
- Album association
- Mylo Xyloto (2011)
- Release year
- 2011
Lore & Background
The album Mylo Xyloto is a concept album and rock opera set on the planet Silencia, where a totalitarian government led by Major Minus suppresses sound and color. The story follows Mylo Xyloto, a silencer who discovers his sparker abilities and falls in love with Fly, a sparker. The album's general theme is 'love conquering all.'
Reader's Guide
The song appears on Mylo Xyloto, which was released by Parlophone on 19 October 2011 in Japan and 24 October 2011 in the rest of the world. The album was produced with Brian Eno and features an electronic rock sound.
Did You Know?
- The album charted at number one in 34 countries.
- It sold over 8 million copies worldwide.
- The album's artwork was inspired by graffiti and created with street artist Paris.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Coldplay album features Up in Flames?
This track serves as the closing number on their 2014 studio record, Ghost Stories.
Is Up in Flames an official release by the band?
Yes, it holds official status within their discography despite some confusion among listeners.
What themes are explored in the lyrics of Up in Flames?
The song encapsulates deep emotional heartbreak while simultaneously pointing toward eventual redemption.
Where does Up in Flames sit on the Ghost Stories tracklist?
It is positioned as the tenth and final song on the standard edition of the album.
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