Official Video - Coldplay Viva La Vida

The lyrics and video tell the story of a reflecting on his lost power and past glories.

Witness the iconic visuals of the official music video directed by Hype Williams: Coldplay - Viva La Vida (Official Video) YouTube• Aug 4, 2008 Visual Concept and Production Coldplay Viva La Vida Official Video

: The primary visual influence is the painting Liberty Leading the People , which commemorates the French Revolution of 1830. The lyrics and video tell the story of

: Chris Martin cited Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables and the novels of Charles Dickens as significant inspirations for the album's strong visual imagery. Narrative and Meaning Coldplay Viva La Vida Official Video