Politik Lyrics
[Verse 1]
Look at Earth from outer space
Everyone must find a place
Give me time and give me space
Give me real, don't give me fake
Give me strength, reserve control
Give me heart and give me soul
Give me time, give us a kiss
Tell me your own politik
[Chorus]
And open up your eyes
Open up your eyes
Open up your eyes
Open up your eyes
[Verse 2]
Give me one, 'cause one is best
In confusion, confidence
Give me peace of mind and trust
Don't forget the rest of us
Give me strength, reserve control
Give me heart and give me soul
Wounds that heal and cracks that fix
Tell me your own politik
Look at Earth from outer space
Everyone must find a place
Give me time and give me space
Give me real, don't give me fake
Give me strength, reserve control
Give me heart and give me soul
Give me time, give us a kiss
Tell me your own politik
[Chorus]
And open up your eyes
Open up your eyes
Open up your eyes
Open up your eyes
[Verse 2]
Give me one, 'cause one is best
In confusion, confidence
Give me peace of mind and trust
Don't forget the rest of us
Give me strength, reserve control
Give me heart and give me soul
Wounds that heal and cracks that fix
Tell me your own politik
About
Genius Annotation
The opening track of A Rush of Blood to the Head, “Politik” was written shortly after the 9/11 attacks and was meant to be reflective of the state of the world.
Q&A
Find answers to frequently asked questions about the song and explore its deeper meaning
What did Coldplay say about "Politik"?
Genius Answer
According to website Unmask Us, Will Champion and Guy Berryman said in an unquoted interview:
I’m not sure if it was written just before or just after 9/11, it just seemed so poignant at the time. I was on the other side of the world but it felt like the world had come to an end. But it’s also very personal. It’s a personal statement of belief about what someone thinks is good and thinks is bad.
Is there a live performance of this song?
Genius Answer
Yes there is:
- 1.Politik
- 2.In My Place
- 5.Clocks
- 6.Daylight
- 7.Green Eyes
- 8.Warning Sign
- 9.A Whisper
- 11.Amsterdam
Credits
Produced By
Written By
Background Vocals
Synthesizer
Bass Guitar
String Arranger
Strings
Bass
Percussion
Recording Engineer
Electric Guitar
Engineer
Mastering Engineer
Rhythm Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Mixing Engineer
Guitar
Arranger
Assistant Engineer
Drums
Lead Vocals
Piano
Release Date
August 26, 2002
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