This song is
extremely popular on Spotify.
93
This song was released in 2000, which is 25 year(s)
ago.
Check here for more songs from
the same decade 2000 - 2009
The song
lasts 267 seconds, which
is 04:27 minutes.
This is rather long.
The tempo of
Yellow is
173.4 bpm
(beats-per-minute).
This could be considered very fast, like drum&bass.
The time signature of this
song is
4/4 (like most pop songs)
.
Each measure of 4 beats is approx
1.4 secs long.
We estimate
this song to be
193 measures
long
and this makes for
± 48
phrases of 4 measures.
This is rather a lot of bars. It's possible that the actual tempo is half of what
Spotify
thinks, so 86.7 bpm.
This song was performed in
the
key of
B Major.
The mood of the song could be described
as sad mood,
somewhat danceable,
high energy.
The feel of the recording is
one or more singers,
studio recording with a bit of live feel.
This song is
mostly music/singing,
clearly electric or electronic.
"Yellow" by Coldplay is structured around a simple verse-chorus form, with a repeating instrumental introduction and outro. The tempo sits around 110 bpm, giving it a moderately slow and steady pace. The song is primarily in the key of D major, creating a bright and optimistic feel, although moments of harmonic ambiguity and minor chords add depth and emotional nuance. The melody is relatively simple and memorable, characterized by a soaring, anthemic quality in the chorus, contrasted by a more intimate and introspective feel in the verses. Chris Martin's vocal delivery is emotive and heartfelt, emphasizing the song's vulnerable nature. Harmonically, the song primarily utilizes major chords but incorporates occasional minor chords and passing diminished chords to create a feeling of longing and yearning. The rhythm is driven by a steady, four-on-the-floor beat, punctuated by the prominent use of the acoustic guitar and the bassline which provides a solid rhythmic foundation.
Lyrically, "Yellow" is a love song expressing deep devotion and commitment to a loved one. The lyrics evoke a sense of wonder and awe, with imagery of stars and sunlight used to express the overwhelming feeling of love. The theme is one of unwavering love and the desire to protect and cherish the relationship. The mood is overwhelmingly romantic and hopeful, with a touch of vulnerability and sincerity. The repeating line "Look at the stars, look how they shine for you" reinforces this sense of awe and dedication.
The musical genres and styles that best describe "Yellow" include alternative rock, indie rock, and soft rock. It also has elements of stadium rock, due to its anthemic chorus and widespread appeal.
Coldplay originated from London, England, forming at University College London in 1996. Their early work was influenced by Britpop acts, but they later evolved to incorporate elements of alternative rock, electronic music, and even orchestral arrangements. The band's sound is characterized by Chris Martin's distinctive vocals, melodic hooks, and the use of atmospheric textures in their music.
Artists similar to Coldplay include Radiohead, U2, Muse, Travis, and Keane. These artists share a similar focus on melodic songwriting, stadium rock sensibilities, and introspective lyrics.
