“Yellow” is the fifth track and second single from Coldplay’s 2000 debut album Parachutes. It is one of their oldest and most enduring hits, continuing to be a celebrated staple of live performances even today.

The title of the song came from the feel of the band during its composition, which was described as filled with “brightness and hope and devotion.” However, the lyrical content was inspired by lead singer Chris Martin’s “unrequited love”.

(Source: Coldplay: Nobody Said It Was Easy by Martin Roach)