This Black Friday I was disappointed not because sales were inadequate but because I went to this trendy store(that is going to remain anonymous) to shop for a friend and “Viva La Vida” by Coldplay started playing and instead of being happy about it, I felt betrayed. “Viva La Vida” is not only a top 40 hit but it has a deep biblical meaning and is analysed by the band to be about Jesus Christ. For years I have been fasinated with finding the backgrounds of songs of some of my favorite bands and to see one of them just be viewed as a “cool” song it’s just sad.
Chris Martin states: “I used to rule the world
Seas would rise when I gave the word
Now in the morning I sweep alone
Sweep the streets I used to own”
- All Catholics know that Jesus Christ gave the word and controlled the seas. The verse “now in the morning I sweep alone” illustrates Jesus Christ was betrayed and had to endure many things by himself. The first verse talks about a decline from wealth and fame to a nobody, just like Christ experienced in his life.
Some people might argue that it’s about King Louis the 8th, but the point is that it has a meaning. Many people do not care about this because what is it to them. However, if there is a band out there that is presenting history to you and is just as simple as to listen to it with a catchy tune behind it, why not take advantage of it and learn something.
-cyn is bliss.
