why is LOST! so popular [Archive] - Coldplay :: Coldplaying.com Messageboard

NeSs1776

29-06-2008, 04:54 AM

zsub

29-06-2008, 04:57 AM

bc its catchy

BostonSportsTD

29-06-2008, 05:01 AM

KelKell

29-06-2008, 05:02 AM

because it is the shiznit
and its my fav song off Viva ;)

Death Hill

29-06-2008, 05:02 AM

I used to think it was just alright, but after hearing live on The Daily Show and The Today Show, I love it.

If you don't like "Lost!" cause of the hip hop beats, then maybe you'll prefer "Lost?" which is acoustic.

black&white

29-06-2008, 05:04 AM

yeah i know, it is very popular..
i dont know if i like it alot yet.
but yeah..all my friends who arent coldplay fans love it, i think cuz of the beat, plus it has the well-known coldplay sappyness element.
o well...what can ya do....

Pseudonym

29-06-2008, 05:13 AM

people can relate to it
'
plus the beat is like We Will Rock You which is one of the most popular songs ever

thejackdempsie

29-06-2008, 05:14 AM

it's my favorite track off the new album.
it proves how creative they can be since they took an acoustic tune and turned it into an anthem dancer.

Pseudonym

29-06-2008, 05:15 AM

people really like the fish part too, its very clever

King Payam

29-06-2008, 05:39 AM

people really like the fish part too, its very clever

Well aren't you a big fish? ;)

crawlinwithin

29-06-2008, 05:40 AM

why the hatin'? come on have you REALLY listened to the song? just listen to the simple things like the layered organs and how there's two different tones going on there. the message in the lyrics is a good one too, almost channeling "I still haven't found what i'm looking for" by u2. I think its the most clever song on the album. Also, youtube the daily show performance. listen to how the drums come in on the second verse. perfection!

nevaehdreamz

29-06-2008, 06:13 AM

yea zsub is right. it appeals to non REAL coldplay fans who just listen to mainstream music. it has a catchy beat and its not too complicated. idk how to explain it but it doesnt surpise me at ALL that its popular. although it is also one of my least favorites on the new album.

Most of the people that buy Coldplay also buy Kanye and Timberlake, and all the rest. In fact, as a member of Coldplay Chris Martin is guilty of that.

Lol, Coldplay is mainstream.

Odvan

29-06-2008, 08:58 AM

Agree.
It's annoying, usual coldplay track, sequel of Trouble and Fix You (which i don't like more).

LiquidSky

29-06-2008, 09:02 AM

well this song is amazing live. I'm sure you would love it too if you just listen to it live.. the acoustic version is such a Coldplay song. I like both of them though.

Pseudonym

29-06-2008, 09:04 AM

Agree.
It's annoying, usual coldplay track, sequel of Trouble and Fix You (which i don't like more).

that hurts

My top 5:
1. Yellow
2. Fix You
3. Death and All His Friends
4. Speed of Sound
5. Trouble (Live version only)

bertuzzi44

29-06-2008, 09:15 AM

Sounds amazing live.

CookyMnstr

29-06-2008, 10:03 AM

...i think cuz of the beat, plus it has the well-known coldplay sappyness element...

THAT'S EXACTLY why it's my favorite track off the album, and one of my fave Coldplay songs period. And I'm not just a casual Coldplay fan, either. Following it's message of "things suck right now but i'll keep holding on" is the inspiration I used to free MSG tickets and (practically)front row at Today show :D.

Also, Trouble is the song that hooked me onto Coldplay. And bertuzzi44 I totally agree!

Odvan

29-06-2008, 01:40 PM

that hurts

My top 5:
1. Yellow
2. Fix You
3. Death and All His Friends
4. Speed of Sound
5. Trouble (Live version only)

Sorry:)

Yellow isn't my favourite too. But Trouble is ok.

iPsy

29-06-2008, 02:00 PM

ricardo

29-06-2008, 06:44 PM

it was one of my least favourites but it has grown a lot on me... specialy after watching the dayly show performance, one of the best live songs!! I'm sure it's going to be awesome on the tour

- Gabriel

29-06-2008, 07:53 PM

Kind of repeating what others have said, but I just think it's popular because it sounds very mainstream, what with the hip-hop-ish beat and the vague, easy-to-relate-to lyrics - it probably sounds similar to "Bleeding Love" to people who don't pay attention (organ + hip-hop beat). It's still more interesting to me than most of Coldplay's old material just because of things like how the verse is in Em but the chorus is (sort of) in D. The "waiting for the shine to wear off" part of the chorus makes the song worth it for me.

Napoleon

29-06-2008, 11:18 PM

? > !

footyfan10

30-06-2008, 12:22 AM

i loved the acoustic version. it took sometime for the regular version to grow on me, but it has to a degree.

i still think acoustic is better, but i understand why its popular...its pretty normal lol. live it sounds great though. i mean, i love the song, like i do all the vlvodaahf, but id replace album with acoustic.

Romy_arg

30-06-2008, 01:04 AM

honestly coldplay plays it live alot and its on the hot 100 charts while songs like death and all his friends , cementaries of london & strawberry dont get played at all!

honestly Lost! is the only coldplay song i hate because it is over done and that hiphop beat is annoying i like the Lost acoustic version though that should have been on the album

I think is refreshing that they're trying some new stuff.. the first time i heard Lost! with that Hip-Hop beats.. i thought: Ok Coldplay here we go.. let's conquer the world..
I mean.. it's a good stuff if they feel the influence of other cultures.. and i like that in the songs (ex: Yes! with those arabian rythms... ) they're kind of another styles.. but with THEIR touch

lamorna

30-06-2008, 10:45 AM

There have obviously been a lot of influences on Viva La Vida. Many talk about the hip-hop beats. I'm not the biggest hip-hop fan, but as a closet Paul Simon fan (blame my dad), i wasn't at all surprised to hear Chris Martin mention 'Graceland' on the interview with Zane Lowe on Radio 1. I think its these kinds of interesting rythms and beats that make songs like Lost quite so original - in modern music anyway! And perhaps why i also prefer the album version to the acoustic version...

I'm new to this forum, so maybe its already been mentioned. But has anyone else thought this?

Lamorna

Vivalacoldplay

30-06-2008, 09:45 PM

Lost! is the third single right?

RedGirl76

30-06-2008, 09:48 PM

It rocks.

End of.

Tonsu

30-06-2008, 10:09 PM

I downloaded this quite awhile before it came out (the piano version)...I LOVED IT, but now I have listened to the whole album it is one of my least favourites!, I still like it, but it doesn't live up to the standards of songs like Viva La Vida and Strawberry Swing!

I think I was 'ruined' by the beautiful acoustic version too, but I've slowly come round to the album version. When I'm in a very bright mood I love it, and it's great for dancing - really great - but most other times I'd prefer to hear Lost? I think I'm going to make a CD with the acoustic version for that one track on instead (with LiJ Acoustic as the 'kimchi only' bonus track :))

The other thing I'd like to do, but don't have the technical skill, is to merge the two versions, with Lost? as a base which slowly adds in elements from Lost! I'd also really love to hear a Gospel version of Lost?

Vivek

01-07-2008, 06:45 PM

I have to admit, I was not a fan of the song when hearing it on the album
but after seeing it live, it has to be the best song in the album (imo)

sylviaspring

02-07-2008, 03:48 AM

Lost is very clever it's a catchy I personally love it !!!:)

snowshine

02-07-2008, 10:26 AM

I think I like the acoustic version of this song better after giving it more listens. The album version is probably one of my least favs on the album, but its still a good song.

Elyria

03-07-2008, 08:18 AM

I think, as with wisdom, music appreciation has a direct link to age. Those who have given it time can attest to that. Yup. Besides, don't matter "who" ya are...Coldplay's good stuff. :smug:

Long Live Life

03-07-2008, 01:02 PM

I much prefer Lost? to Lost! Maybe it's because Lost! sounds too over-produced. In Lost! the drums drown out Chris' voice, yet in Lost? if ever there was a showcase for how beautiful his voice is, this is it.

I downloaded Lost? from iTunes because it's not included in their album. It's becoming one of my favourites. Maybe "Lost" is actually an ironic title, as though they didn't know what direction to take, because "Lost?" very much sounds like old Coldplay, and I love every minute of it.

RICK8

04-07-2008, 02:59 AM

It's my favourite at the moment...rather catchy.

Elyria

04-07-2008, 08:14 AM

Because the shoe fits? ;)

RICK8

04-07-2008, 09:37 AM

:huh:

Aleluvscp

04-07-2008, 09:40 AM

woah! rick in the coldplay section! :shocked2:

Pseudonym

04-07-2008, 09:52 AM

Im in the Coldplay section too...

I dont know why that matters, I just have nothing else to talk about right now:confused:

RICK8

04-07-2008, 10:08 AM

woah! rick in the coldplay section! :shocked2:

Get used to it as i just bought the new album..:p

coldplay_is_louve.

04-07-2008, 06:54 PM

it's so popular, because it's amazing.

:P

RICK8

05-07-2008, 05:15 AM

Indeed.

Collee

06-07-2008, 01:52 PM

ok, just my own experience. I had a leaked copy of Lost? ( aka the acoustic version ) , played it alot before I got my hands on the rest of the album, and liked it alot.

You know how some songs grow on you and you get comfortable with them? Well that's how it was with Lost? I haven't gotten sick of it and like it as well as say Lovers or Cemetaries.

I think the pop appeal of the album version, Lost!, explains why it's getting so much play.

*CoLdPlaY.4.EveR*

06-07-2008, 04:47 PM

Lost is one of my fav songs of the disc, but I prefer the acoustic version!

By the way, my favourite one is Viva La Vida!

Hans!

07-07-2008, 08:13 PM

although not the best song on the album its not that bad i find it quite uplifting!!

Loki0012

08-07-2008, 09:26 AM

Lost! is a great song one of their best and viva is too and violet hill and I love 42 too maybe all the songs in this album!

IgnitedBones

09-07-2008, 04:32 AM

yea zsub is right. it appeals to non REAL coldplay fans who just listen to mainstream music. it has a catchy beat and its not too complicated. idk how to explain it but it doesnt surpise me at ALL that its popular. although it is also one of my least favorites on the new album.

That's how I explain its popularity. Although I have to disagree on that last bit; it's actually one of my favorites on the album. Along with its appeal to those who listen to mainstream music it also appeals to Coldplay's more devoted fans, which explains why they tend to play it live more. I wouldn't be surprised (or disappointed) if it became their next single.

Scribble127

12-07-2008, 08:36 PM

I think lyrically, Lost! is pants... bordering on cringeworthy. I love the instrumentation though, and Jonny's solo. It is one of the weaker tracks on the album and I often find myself skipping it.

JM-SP2

14-07-2008, 01:39 AM

definetily mi least favorite song on the album. that beating annoys me

RICK8

16-07-2008, 09:28 PM

Heh..this is now my fav coldplay song of all time.

LiivinLaVida

17-07-2008, 02:02 AM

its a catchy song plus the lyrics are nice, ive caught myself singing the chorus over and over again throughout the day -_-

blueandy

22-07-2008, 11:55 PM

im loving lost. such a powerful beat.

RedGirl76

22-07-2008, 11:57 PM

I love the lyrics - simple but really uplifting. It's definately one of my faves on the album

Marcoldplayer

23-07-2008, 06:18 AM

THE COLDPLAY CONCERT WAS AMAZING. So. Freakin'. Awesome. They played one of the songs of their new album, Lost!, twice because the second one was being recorded for a video. So if you see it, just know I'm in the audience. Fun!

Source: http://myladyteri.livejournal.com/277204.html

:cool:

Fixed

24-07-2008, 12:12 AM

It's so popular because of the great harmony in the "every river that I tried to cross" part. Will sounds great when he sings that bit live.

crazyduckette

24-07-2008, 12:19 AM

I usually skip it. Not a favourite at all :( I find it cheesy.

Prefer the other version of it.

CPRani

24-07-2008, 01:09 AM

I think the lyrics are great, cant wait to see this song live!

Timothy Q. Mouse

24-07-2008, 03:06 PM

Kind of gone off this song now.

"And I'm just waiting 'til the shine wears off". Bitterly ironic, no?

alexman331

24-07-2008, 07:11 PM

This so is popular because it is the most commercial song on the entire album... BUT... Coldplay also proves (with Viva La Vida (song) ) that you don't have to be commericial to make it big

ManiG

04-08-2008, 03:47 AM

I can understand the perspectives of both the 'lovers' and 'haters'
but as i personally love the song i gotta support the lovers

The track is just so inspiring and uplifting, it gets you excited you know! It makes a perfectly horrible day, feel a little less horrible

It reminds me that, i can get through even the worst of times

Plus the beat is just sooo WOW... i try and dance like Chris Martin when i listen 2 it ! ahahah:stunned:

Pseudonym

04-08-2008, 03:48 AM

I think the lyrics are great, cant wait to see this song live!

It's absolutely brilliant live!:D

Malcolm-Edge

04-09-2008, 07:45 AM

This track is like Talk. Its got a catchy rift. Okay lyrics and radio friendly. Its a track out on the album to sell the album....its what those in the biz call a single!

It has taken Reigns spot for worst track.

Isab3lla

06-09-2008, 09:34 PM

I love both versions. Actually, Lost! was the first song on the album that I liked most when I heard it for the first time. But I agree that it's not a typical Coldplay song and it's not the best song on the album.

Sparks22

15-10-2008, 08:03 PM

Finally I can also listen to Viva la vida and death and all his friends...and I have to say I love Lost!, I love the organs, the beat (ok I'm not totally against RnB or HipHop) , and the message (I'm just waiting til the shine wears off ) and especially the whole part at the end with just the organs, I always wanted to hear something like this...

In my opinion the beat even underlines the message of not giving up... without the beat it would not sound the same strong way.

Somehow Lost! reminds of an old song of Alice Cooper :D, but don't ask me which one...

Edit: I know which song: it's Hello Hooray but just the chorus...

nmsv

20-10-2008, 09:08 PM

people really like the fish part too, its very clever

Exactly! I love that part!

Long Live Life

21-10-2008, 07:33 PM

I think I was 'ruined' by the beautiful acoustic version too, but I've slowly come round to the album version. When I'm in a very bright mood I love it, and it's great for dancing - really great - but most other times I'd prefer to hear Lost? I think I'm going to make a CD with the acoustic version for that one track on instead (with LiJ Acoustic as the 'kimchi only' bonus track :))

The other thing I'd like to do, but don't have the technical skill, is to merge the two versions, with Lost? as a base which slowly adds in elements from Lost! I'd also really love to hear a Gospel version of Lost?

A Gospel version would sound great! I can just see the ironic video now too, with religous imagery and Chris banging away on the tambourine!

Viva la Vida~LiveLife

21-10-2008, 08:25 PM

Ok so Lost! is mainly for the mainstream people who don't listen to anything but singles. Lost? is for coldplay purist who don't like Lost! Lost+ is for the lovers of rap/hiphop and Jay-Z and Lost@ is for the lovers of live version. See the EP accomodates for everyone.

starfish42

02-09-2009, 07:23 AM

I'm fascinated by Chris' dancing to Lost in concerts. I've never seen anyone move with more soul and beauty. He does some fancy footwork too! I especially like his dancing in Fix You and Lovers in Japan as well. To see that is worth the price of the ticket. I also like when Chris moves around in a circle like a Whirling Dervish. He's intoxicating and a joy to watch.

Josh42

02-09-2009, 07:42 AM

Lost! sucks.

Lost? is the best.

Italian Plastic

02-09-2009, 07:44 AM

I don't really like any of the Lost's. Lost? is the best though

The Escapist

02-09-2009, 07:47 AM

i love both. I also now dance like chris in lost.

pabloanxiety

02-09-2009, 03:42 PM

It's an anthem

starfish42

02-09-2009, 04:16 PM

honestly coldplay plays it live alot and its on the hot 100 charts while songs like death and all his friends , cementaries of london & strawberry dont get played at all!

honestly Lost! is the only coldplay song i hate because it is over done and that hiphop beat is annoying i like the Lost acoustic version though that should have been on the album

To answer the original question posed in this thread: When I first heard it, I honestly wasn't captured by it. I thought it had a mediocre appeal, and I wasn't excited by it at all. However, like many Coldplay songs, it was Chris' presentation of the song and his soulful interpretation of it through dance that captured me. "Whatever you do, do it enthusiastically and people will like it more" is true. It was Chris' enthusiasm as he sings and dances to the song that won me over to make Lost! one of my favorite Coldplay songs. My goal is to be able to dance as Chris does. For one thing, it seems to keep him in excellent physical shape. He's beautiful physically.

Starlight Chaser

02-09-2009, 04:21 PM

Lost? is the best version, by far. Lost! is ok, but not much more.

Corkus

02-09-2009, 04:22 PM

While a lot of live performances are superior to their recordings, I feel that "Lost!" live is an infinitely superior experience. To be honest, I didn't care for the song beforehand, and I think it's lyrics are the worst on the album (yes, I prefer 42 even). But it's a fantastic song to clap along to, and while I wouldn't quite call it an "anthem", it creates quite a bit of energy.

Like I've said in other threads, though, I'd like to see "Lost?" replace it on the next tour.

lovers.in.nj

02-09-2009, 04:25 PM

It's catchy and has a good beat. There's nothing wrong with that.

guysbabe

06-05-2010, 05:32 PM

lost! is my very favourite tune.It has me wanting more but I find the band teases and pulls back,not giving as much as they could and would in the song.I love the message they send in the song as well.

maria77

16-07-2011, 06:23 PM

Lost has got a message, and I like it a lot! I was very happy to lsiten to it in the concert!

Mennesker

16-07-2011, 06:39 PM

Maybe of the TV-series "Lost" ?
Could that be :D :D
There is also the song "42" and 42 is one of the numbers of the TV-show ;)

R23

27-01-2012, 12:12 AM

I don't think I have a more disturbed relationship with any other Coldplay song than Lost! Sometimes I like it, but I also notice that I skip it regularly. Also live I think it's one of the less interesting songs (or Jay Z suddenly has to show up :lol:).

And, as said before, Lost? is way better.

Cheese Nip 2

27-01-2012, 12:16 AM

I've always put lost among the best. Take for example Jonny's guitar solo. It's probably 1 of only like 2 guitar solos that get stuck in my head. A classic in my opinion!:)

Prospector

27-01-2012, 02:43 AM

It's popular because of the hip-hop beat and the easy-to-sing-along chorus, I really like the song (sometimes more, others not so much). It's really catchy, like Viva and Paradise, but not as good as those 2.