Atlas
Coldplay
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Some saw the sun Some saw the smoke Some heard the gun Some bent the bow Sometimes the wire must tense for the note Caught in the fire, say oh We're about to explode Carry your world, I'll carry your world Carry your world, I'll carry your world Some far away Some search for gold Some dragon to slay Heaven we hope is just up the road Show me the way, Lord, 'cause I, I'm about to explode Carry your world, I'll carry your world Carry your world, I'll carry your world Carry your world, and all your hurt (Carry your world, carry your world)
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Written by: CHRISTOPHER ANTHONY JOHN MARTIN, GUY RUPERT BERRYMAN, JONATHAN MARK BUCKLAND, WILLIAM CHAMPION
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13 facts about this song
OriginThe song "Atlas" was recorded by British rock band Coldplay and was released in 2013.
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Soundtrack ContributionThe song is part of "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" film's original motion picture soundtrack. It was the first song released for the soundtrack.
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Chart PerformanceIt reached number one on the iTunes Store 43 countries worldwide and was a top ten hit in almost every country it charted in.
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Critics' ReceptionCritics have praised "Atlas" for its tunes and lyrics, and many claim they are in line with the themes depicted in "The Hunger Games" series.
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Awards NominationsThe song was nominated for Best Song Written for Visual Media at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards, and it won the Hollywood Song Award at the 17th Hollywood Film Awards.
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First Release after Mylo XylotoThis was the first new song Coldplay released after the completion of their fifth studio album, Mylo Xyloto, in 2011.
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Lyrics and MeaningThe song's lyrics express themes of carrying the weight of the world on one’s shoulders, reflecting the struggles and responsibilities of the Hunger Games characters.
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Participation in SongwritingAll four members of Coldplay – Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, and Will Champion – are credited as writers on "Atlas".
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Music VideoThe song's music video, directed by Mario Hugo and featuring artwork by 59 Productions, was released in September 2013.
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Genre CompositionThe song is a soft rock ballad, with piano and orchestral elements, a departure from the band's traditional rock sound.
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Insight in Band's Future Musical Trend"Atlas" gave a hint into the more subdued and stripped-down sound that the band would adopt in their subsequent album, "Ghost Stories."
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Worldwide ReleaseThe song was released worldwide through digital download on iTunes on 6 September 2013.
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Charitable UseColdplay performed "Atlas" in November 2013 at the Global Citizen Festival in New York, which supports campaigns to end extreme poverty.
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