Studio Album · No. 5
Mylo Xyloto Songwriting Credits by Coldplay
Produced by Rik Simpson, Markus Dravs, Dan Green · Engineered by Mark Stent, Michael Brauer, Dan Green, Rik Simpson
Coldplay wrote 14 of 14 documented tracks
Authorship Breakdown 14 / 14 documented
Scored across the 14 tracks with documented writers, by whether Coldplay carries a lyricist or composer credit.
Share of the 14 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
By the Numbers
Awards & Recognition 3
As with all Coldplay records, every song on Mylo Xyloto is credited collectively to the four band members (Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, Will Champion) rather than to individual writers. The album was built with producers Markus Dravs, Dan Green and Rik Simpson, with Brian Eno credited for additional production and creative direction. The most notable outside contribution is Rihanna, who co-features on 'Princess of China'; that track's writing credits also extend to Peter Allen and Adrienne Anderson because it interpolates their song 'I Go to Rio,' and members of Sigur Ros are credited on two tracks for a sampled element.
Mylo Xyloto is Coldplay's fifth studio album, released October 24, 2011, on Parlophone. The album debuted at number one in 34 countries and is the band's most pop-oriented and sonically colorful record up to that point. It is a suite-like concept album following two lovers named Mylo and Xyloto against an unnamed dystopian cityscape, though the narrative is never made explicit in the lyrics. Its production combines Rik Simpson's electronic layering with the organic warmth of prior records, producing 'Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall,' 'Paradise,' and 'Charlie Brown' as its standout singles. 'Princess of China,' a pop-electronic duet featuring Rihanna, was a commercial hit that demonstrated the band's willingness to pursue mainstream collaboration. Brian Eno is credited as co-writer on the majority of tracks, reflecting his continued creative partnership with the band beyond his producer role on Viva la Vida.
Track Listing & Credits 14 tracks
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Mylo Xyloto
|
Chris Martin | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill Champion | Rik Simpson | Chris Martin (Lead Vocals) |
| 2 |
Hurts Like Heaven
|
Chris Martin | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill ChampionBrian Eno | Rik SimpsonMarkus DravsDan Green | Chris Martin (Lead Vocals) |
| 3 |
Paradise
#1
|
Chris Martin | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill ChampionBrian Eno | Rik SimpsonMarkus DravsDan Green | Chris Martin (Lead Vocals) |
| 4 |
Charlie Brown
|
Chris Martin | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill ChampionBrian Eno | Rik SimpsonMarkus DravsDan Green | Chris Martin (Lead Vocals) |
| 5 |
Us Against the World
|
Chris Martin | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill ChampionBrian Eno | Rik SimpsonMarkus DravsDan Green | Chris Martin (Lead Vocals) |
| 6 |
M.M.I.X.
|
Chris Martin | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill ChampionBrian Eno | Rik SimpsonMarkus DravsDan Green | Chris Martin (Lead Vocals) |
| 7 |
Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall
#6
|
Chris Martin | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill ChampionBrian EnoPeter AllenAdrienne AndersonHarry CastioniAlex ChristensenAlberto HaussJeff Wycombe | Rik SimpsonMarkus DravsDan Green | Chris Martin (Lead Vocals) |
| 8 |
Major Minus
|
Chris Martin | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill ChampionBrian Eno | Rik SimpsonMarkus DravsDan Green | Chris Martin (Lead Vocals) |
| 9 |
U.F.O.
|
Chris Martin | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill ChampionBrian Eno | Rik SimpsonMarkus DravsDan Green | Chris Martin (Lead Vocals) |
| 10 |
Princess of China
|
Chris MartinRihanna | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill ChampionBrian EnoJón Þór BirgissonOrri Páll DýrasonGeorg HólmKjartan Sveinsson | Rik SimpsonMarkus DravsDan GreenKen ThomasKuk Harrell | Rihanna |
| 11 |
Up in Flames
|
Chris Martin | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill Champion | Rik SimpsonMarkus DravsDan Green | Chris Martin (Lead Vocals) |
| 12 |
A Hopeful Transmission
|
Chris Martin | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill ChampionBrian Eno | Rik SimpsonMarkus DravsDan Green | Chris Martin (Lead Vocals) |
| 13 |
Don't Let It Break Your Heart
|
Chris Martin | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill Champion | Rik SimpsonMarkus DravsDan Green | Chris Martin (Lead Vocals) |
| 14 |
Up with the Birds
|
Chris Martin | Chris MartinJonny BucklandGuy BerrymanWill ChampionBrian EnoLeonard CohenBrian May | Rik SimpsonMarkus DravsDan Green | Chris Martin (Lead Vocals) |