X&Y
by Coldplay
  • Record Label: Capitol
  • Release Date: Jun 7, 2005
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8.0

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  3. Negative: 62 out of 711

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  1. SteveK
    Jun 9, 2005
    10
    There are very few albums that grab you in the first few seconds of a song. You need to listen several times and let it seep in. Coldplay is that kind of band, and this is that kind of album. It may be a bit "boring" to some, but the melodies are there, you just need to listen. In this MTV age, we've been dumbed down by repetitive hooks and driving beats that many people don't There are very few albums that grab you in the first few seconds of a song. You need to listen several times and let it seep in. Coldplay is that kind of band, and this is that kind of album. It may be a bit "boring" to some, but the melodies are there, you just need to listen. In this MTV age, we've been dumbed down by repetitive hooks and driving beats that many people don't recognize a great song when they hear it. Just listen to "Fix You" three or four times before you pass judgment on this album. Listening to "Fix You" is a similar revelatory experience to listening to "The Scientist". It gets better with every listen. This is a great album by a great band. Just give it a chance.… Expand
  2. AliciaM
    Jun 10, 2005
    10
    This album is by far their best album yet! The music is perfect for emotions. It makes you happy when you want to be happy and sad when you want to be sad. The songs are deep and cause you to think. This band gets better and better as the years progress! I recommend you buy it as soon as you can. It's awsome.
  3. camm
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    a masterpiece.
  4. Joaoalien
    Apr 20, 2008
    10
    best album ever made
  5. UrsulaA
    Jun 10, 2005
    10
    This rules. A little overproduced but the songs in themselves are just spectacular. Songs such as A MESSAGE and SWALLOWED IN THE SEA make this album irresistable.
  6. erikar
    Jun 10, 2005
    10
    this is an awsome record, period.....
  7. SeamusS
    Jun 10, 2005
    10
    Though I may be biast towards britpop albums in general, I full heartedly feel that this trancends genre titles. This will be hailed as a classic. Its focoused layered honest and brillaint. Dont belive the bad reviews.
  8. BenG
    Jun 20, 2005
    10
    best album ever, by the best band ever
  9. WillL
    Jun 6, 2005
    10
    Easily thier best album to date. Thats really all there is to say, its a masterpiece.
  10. scottw
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    simply amazing. enough said.
  11. mikek
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    I don't care what anybody else thinks, but to me, this is the most beautiful music I've ever heard.
  12. CLAIREJ
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    very solid, the tracks are genuine and touching
  13. ReubenP
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    Phenomenal
  14. CharlesK
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    They just keep getting better. People are going to hate them or love them which has been the same for any hugely successful band that has ever come before them. For those that love them, this album is a treat.
  15. CristianeS
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    After waiting 18 months now we received our prize! Very good album.
  16. SteveM
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    I always have high expectations for this band, but this suprisingly exceeded them. There are many classic albums I've collected over the years and this sits right up there with the best of them.
  17. MatthewM
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    This is a beautifully ambient album. Most of the songs are pretty solid, especially the first four. I think the only one to stay away from is "talk." Great album.
  18. MattL
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    Listen to it through 3 times. It just keeps getting better
  19. DuddyC
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    No ratings or reviews should be accepted on any album until at least 5 listens to complete album. Like so many classics they take a little getting used to. This album is no different. Yes the album is U2ish but a better U2 than U2. Is it perfect...nothing is and music is personal. Is rare a quality album has commercial success in this day of corporate radio (Remember it's not Payola No ratings or reviews should be accepted on any album until at least 5 listens to complete album. Like so many classics they take a little getting used to. This album is no different. Yes the album is U2ish but a better U2 than U2. Is it perfect...nothing is and music is personal. Is rare a quality album has commercial success in this day of corporate radio (Remember it's not Payola if you own the source)… Expand
  20. PatrickW
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    Too bad Elliott M does not know what he is talking about. He makes reference to one song, Speed of Sound which is rediculous to base a whole CD off of one song. When people say that it sounds like 'Clocks' they obviously hear only a piano rift in the beginning. Clocks to me, is more fast paced than Speed of Sound. The difference between X&Y and AROBTTH, is that there are more Too bad Elliott M does not know what he is talking about. He makes reference to one song, Speed of Sound which is rediculous to base a whole CD off of one song. When people say that it sounds like 'Clocks' they obviously hear only a piano rift in the beginning. Clocks to me, is more fast paced than Speed of Sound. The difference between X&Y and AROBTTH, is that there are more guitar rifts in X&Y, making the sound different than AROBTTH. There are many piano solos in AROBTTH, such as Scientist, clocks and Amsterdam. The best new songs are Square One, White Shadows, Talk, Low and for all those love starving souls, Fix You. Coldplay does a great job of mixing up the speed of the song and lyrics. Most definate 10… Expand
  21. MateoM
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    Coldplay has taken what it does well and perfected it. This album has songs (Square One, Fix You) that remind you that Coldplay is the best band out there right now.
  22. andyl
    Jun 9, 2005
    10
    an extraordinary follow-up to 'A Rush of Blood to the Head'
  23. BradR
    Jul 31, 2005
    10
    A great album. Don't listen to the negativity, this is absolutely gorgeous especially Side X. White Shadows and Square One are probably the best songs Coldplay have written so far.
  24. jamess
    Jul 4, 2005
    10
    this is a very very good cd and i can't wait to get it
  25. sassbullied
    Aug 15, 2005
    10
    amazing... genious...
  26. alecv.
    Sep 9, 2005
    10
    I've never listened to Coldplay before, but this Album is the best I have listened to in a long time. Listen to it on headphones really loud and it gets a whole new sound! I cannot understand it gets bad reviews. This is simply great music. Isn't it all a totally subjective question of taste and mood, anyway, How can anyone be in a position to trash it officially???
  27. JuliaT
    Mar 9, 2006
    10
    It's perfect. Coldplay is the band for a new generation and yet they reach back to the signs of past epic masterpeices as "Dark Side of the Moon".. Proiduction and engineering on "X&Y" are flawless. This is the first band that I've actually liked in the past 20 years, and will continue to follow them..
  28. TyeN.
    Jun 16, 2006
    10
    Is it better than "A Rush of Blood to the Head"? No. But you know what? It's still an excellent album. However, what it packs sonically, it lacks in emotional depth and lyrical depth. Yet, regardless of these flaws, it's still my favorite album of 2005. "Square One", "What If", "White Shadows", "Fix You", "Speed of Sound", "Low", and "'Til Kingdom Come" are tops. "Fix You", Is it better than "A Rush of Blood to the Head"? No. But you know what? It's still an excellent album. However, what it packs sonically, it lacks in emotional depth and lyrical depth. Yet, regardless of these flaws, it's still my favorite album of 2005. "Square One", "What If", "White Shadows", "Fix You", "Speed of Sound", "Low", and "'Til Kingdom Come" are tops. "Fix You", for me, was the best song of 2005. If they can blend what they've done here sonically, with the emotional and lyrical depth of "A Rush of Blood to the Head", they'll have the greatest album ever. Hopefully their fourth effort will be that album.… Expand
  29. andiev
    Jul 2, 2007
    10
    the best coldplay album out of the three. i was very disspointed that they're not gonna make a fourth album. i gave x and y a ten out of ten because i like all the songs on the album, unlike some artists where you like only seven or eight songs and there's always one or two songs you just don't like at all. Coldplay forever!!!
  30. DubM
    Dec 25, 2005
    10
    FUCK YEAH! People haven't been giving X&Y all the credit that it deserves.
  31. BrianJ
    Jun 10, 2005
    10
    ...I'm a tough critic...I have over 6500 songs of different genres on my Jukebox...I love "Rush of Blood.." and "Warning Sign" still gives me goosebumps...I loved each song..."Low" and "X&Y" take a few listens to grow on you..."Talk" and "Kingdom Come" are so powerful...I love the older U2/Kraftwerk references and "borrowed" musical lines...Pick it up...along with "Atomic Bomb", the ...I'm a tough critic...I have over 6500 songs of different genres on my Jukebox...I love "Rush of Blood.." and "Warning Sign" still gives me goosebumps...I loved each song..."Low" and "X&Y" take a few listens to grow on you..."Talk" and "Kingdom Come" are so powerful...I love the older U2/Kraftwerk references and "borrowed" musical lines...Pick it up...along with "Atomic Bomb", the best album possibly this year...people love to hate the best out there...enjoy...… Expand
  32. Angela
    Jun 10, 2005
    10
    Coldplay does it again! I loved Coldplay since their first hit "Yellow" came out. Tthis entire CD is amazing and carries Coldplay's defining essence.
  33. andyf
    Jun 11, 2005
    10
    it was just great! Music in its true form!
  34. jorger
    Jun 10, 2005
    10
    i think this album could be a masterpiece of a lifetime but it seems like big names like rolling stone magazine and spin contradict themselves by calling the last 2 albums quote the work of a small band trying to act like a big band when at the time this two previous critics called both of the albums and the band itself like (gods)
  35. Tyler
    Jun 13, 2005
    10
    Wow... all i can say is that this album is amazing. Yes, Martin's voice alone is nothing amazing. The lyrics easily forgetable. And the riffs easily lost. However, when all three are combined it leaves an album that is simply amazing. Very soothing, introspective, out of this world type experience. Highlights on the album include square one, fix you, my personal favorite talk, and Wow... all i can say is that this album is amazing. Yes, Martin's voice alone is nothing amazing. The lyrics easily forgetable. And the riffs easily lost. However, when all three are combined it leaves an album that is simply amazing. Very soothing, introspective, out of this world type experience. Highlights on the album include square one, fix you, my personal favorite talk, and swallowed in the sea. Most intresting on the album is the not-so-hidden track til' kingdom come, having a country feel to it (makes sense considering it was originally written for the late Johnny Cash). Definetely a must if you have enjoyed other Coldplay efforts… Expand
  36. Chrystal
    Jun 13, 2005
    10
    I really like the songs on this CD. They're the best.
  37. joshm
    Jun 10, 2005
    10
    i think this album is great, and that everyone wants coldplay to do a ok computer, but i like x and y very much , especially fix you, swallowed in the sea and twisted logic
  38. DouglasS
    Jun 20, 2005
    10
    The best new release so far this year! Coldplay has an album that will stand up for a long time.
  39. CurtisMc
    Jun 23, 2005
    10
    Amazing! So many rock and pop bands put out so much thoughtless crap. This is a refreshing change
  40. JoshuaE
    Jun 27, 2005
    10
    This is an excellent cd! It is near flawless and very good quality music, possibly my favorite album of all time. Speed of Sound, Fix You, Square One and White Shadows are some of the highlights. Coldplay is now officially my favorite band.
  41. JB
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    Colplay really grew up on this album, and we get the benefits.
  42. JKM
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    I've been a Coldplay fan since before Parachutes was even released in the US. I really liked Parachutes, I loved Rush of Blood. I must admit that it took several listens for this album to really grow on me... But, like any great album, it has only gotten better with each listen. While this album has gotten rave reviews by some, I am shocked by the number of negative reviews. You feel I've been a Coldplay fan since before Parachutes was even released in the US. I really liked Parachutes, I loved Rush of Blood. I must admit that it took several listens for this album to really grow on me... But, like any great album, it has only gotten better with each listen. While this album has gotten rave reviews by some, I am shocked by the number of negative reviews. You feel like each song on X&Y was crafted extremely carefully and molded to perfection. This is a classic third album... different enough from the previous two to be unique, but not too different to alienate fans of the Coldplay sound. They are moving in the right direction... I already can't wait for what they come up with next. I would list some favorite tracks, but then I'd have to list every song on the album! X&Y was worth the wait for me!… Expand
  43. KatamaiS.
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    Quite beautiful album. All songs really stick in your head. If you give it 4-5 spins you will think that this is Coldplay's greatest. I was with them from the start. "Parachutes" was good, but "A Rush Of Blood..." was even better, and the change that Coldplay has made with this new album is quite astonishing. I can't understand why so many of the old Coldplay fans, think that Quite beautiful album. All songs really stick in your head. If you give it 4-5 spins you will think that this is Coldplay's greatest. I was with them from the start. "Parachutes" was good, but "A Rush Of Blood..." was even better, and the change that Coldplay has made with this new album is quite astonishing. I can't understand why so many of the old Coldplay fans, think that "X&Y" is a dissapointment. I think that this is Coldplay at there very best, like Zep on "Physical Graffiti".… Expand
  44. JonN
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    The only people who would give this album a 7 or less are those on the anti-Coldplay bandwagon that is rolling around right now. X&Y sees Coldplay evolve once again, and after about 15 listens every track has something to make it special. This is a work of art that has to be heard to be believed.
  45. marks
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    Its obvious New York Times reviewer has never wrote a song.
  46. jamalt
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    great album under every single point of view
  47. ryanb
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    Many reviews have looked past the obvious. Chris and the band have elgantly placed a full description of their album in the title, X&Y. This album is full; full of landscapes that vary and contrast from one to the next just like the emotional variances of our own lives. Its full of sounds, complexities that demand an attentive listener. Its big and bold, similar enough to be welcomed as Many reviews have looked past the obvious. Chris and the band have elgantly placed a full description of their album in the title, X&Y. This album is full; full of landscapes that vary and contrast from one to the next just like the emotional variances of our own lives. Its full of sounds, complexities that demand an attentive listener. Its big and bold, similar enough to be welcomed as comforting, but driven and chaotic enough to challenge and tweek our perception. An album that embraces the past and propells us and Coldplay forward.… Expand
  48. JamieH
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    Simply fantasic, works incredibly as an album, im glad im not the one who has to pick singles out.
  49. AmandaB
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    Having been a fan of Coldplay since before Parachutes was even released here in the states I might be a bit biased, but I absolutely love X&Y! After such a long break between AROBTTH and X&Y, I was a bit nervous and axious to hear the new material. I had heard a lot about the guys going in different directions musically, and was worried that Coldplay might change too much from the last Having been a fan of Coldplay since before Parachutes was even released here in the states I might be a bit biased, but I absolutely love X&Y! After such a long break between AROBTTH and X&Y, I was a bit nervous and axious to hear the new material. I had heard a lot about the guys going in different directions musically, and was worried that Coldplay might change too much from the last record to this. However upon first listen I was reassured, the Coldplay that I have loved for 5 years, is indeed back. And in a BIG way. Obviously X&Y is a major work of growth for the band, with just enough new ideas to excite and intigue us, while maintaining the core sound that is the identity of this band. From heavier tunes like X&Y and Twisted Logic, to Soaring Ballads like Fix You and Swalled in the Sea. From uptempo anthems such as Low and White Shadows to the almost accoustic Til Kingdom come, I would consider X&Y to be as complete as any album could possibly be. I am obviously not technically musical and I could not tell you anything about chords or riffs, but to me only one thing matters when considering a peice of music... Does it move you? X&Y Has moved me like no other album since... well since, A Rush of Blood to the Head. ;) I definitley reccomend it!… Expand
  50. Derekm
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    Great great great. Full of awesome songs like FIX YOU and WHAT IF.
  51. TalhaH
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    It is really astonishing as to why critics are accusing the band of not being revolutionary and bold enough. Don
  52. MikeJ.
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    Wonderful album -- that's all can say.
  53. paulm
    Jun 9, 2005
    10
    the new york times are a bunch of freaking morons. maybe they should take the earwax out of their 60 year old ears and then maybe they could review this album properly. This album is simply BRILLIANT. It takes a few listens but it keeps growing on you. It's my favorite cd by far.
  54. wackojacko
    Jun 9, 2005
    10
    This is one of the best albums brought up by coldplay. A true classic with its adventurous songs.
  55. PamA
    Jun 9, 2005
    10
    I love Coldplay and am enjoying their new CD very much. Do I love every single song on X&Y? No, but I never love every song on any CD I purchase, and I certainly don't hate any song on this album. Coldplay hits the mark so much more often than they miss. X&Y is a hit with me, and I am thrilled to have another Coldplay CD to add to my collection. And I will be seeing them on their I love Coldplay and am enjoying their new CD very much. Do I love every single song on X&Y? No, but I never love every song on any CD I purchase, and I certainly don't hate any song on this album. Coldplay hits the mark so much more often than they miss. X&Y is a hit with me, and I am thrilled to have another Coldplay CD to add to my collection. And I will be seeing them on their concert tour this summer, and there aren't too many bands I feel are worth the effort!… Expand
  56. JonyV
    Jul 13, 2005
    10
    easily on my top 5 ever! unsurprisingly, pop snobs will dismiss them as a stadium band... but who cares when coldplay can release records so well crafted like this one? HUGE.
  57. KyleJ
    Jul 22, 2005
    10
    I had always enjoyed Coldplay's singles, but never really connected with an entire CD they produced. X&Y, though, is easily one of the best purchases I have ever made and a solid piece of work the entire way through. I'd say this is easily their best music yet, and hopefully is just a teaser for even better things to come.
  58. SimonP
    Jul 4, 2005
    10
    An album that is the definition of a grower - those who can't see its beauty simply aren't listening. Every single song a craker (especially live), but track 4 - fix you - a fantastic 'shivers down your spine' song when it kicks in.
  59. sarah?
    Jul 7, 2005
    10
    this is the best cd ever and all the songs rock.
  60. EljahS
    Jul 8, 2005
    10
    The best record since Ok Computer!
  61. MarcoD
    Aug 28, 2005
    10
    The Best Disc Of The World 2005!!!!.... for me...
  62. JenniferW
    Sep 14, 2005
    10
    Why don't these critics get it? "X&Y" is just full of melody, flow, and rythym. And these people call themselves "music critics". This album..when all is said and done will be a classic..kind of like U2's Joshua Tree. I, like most Coldplay fans cannot comprehend as to why bad reviews are written about this album..it is simply great music..just shut up and listen. Oh by the Why don't these critics get it? "X&Y" is just full of melody, flow, and rythym. And these people call themselves "music critics". This album..when all is said and done will be a classic..kind of like U2's Joshua Tree. I, like most Coldplay fans cannot comprehend as to why bad reviews are written about this album..it is simply great music..just shut up and listen. Oh by the way...Chris Martin is a very underrated singer, that boy can sing oh can he sing.… Expand
  63. sk
    Sep 8, 2005
    10
    As Paste magazine suggests, it takes commitment to listen to this album.....when I did, I WAS rewarded! Martin admits that his lyrics are no great shakes, but he feels the music and chords are exceptional...and I agree. As for his voice, I find that he uses that as an instrument. This is one of my favorite albums!
  64. CrystalH
    Jan 25, 2006
    10
    This is a great album for U2 fans and well...coldplay fans abviously.
  65. Carillon
    Apr 8, 2006
    10
    A certainly underrated album! I love every single song on it even though they needed some time to reveal their beauty. But aren't those the best ones? I love albums that have to grow, because they are the most lasting ... I could listen to it over and over again and it wouldn't get boring at all
  66. PassItnow
    Sep 20, 2006
    10
    Not as good as parachutes or x&y but definately more upbeat.still as thought provoking as ever. u might hate them. u might hate chris, but u still know them and u can still name their songs. All up in ur brains!!!!! u gotta love it
  67. AlexS.
    Nov 20, 2007
    10
    One of the best music albums of all time to my taste. Coldplay is the most sophisticated group there is. The lyrics, the music... they're on another planet!
  68. mikeb
    Oct 3, 2005
    10
    I liked it! Good music to study to... or a long trip! ha
  69. Andrew
    Jun 12, 2005
    10
    Give this album five listens. Learn "Fix You," "A Message" and "Til Kingdom Come." Before very long you will want to grab a torch and sprint to the top of a giant hill, waving the torch like a madman, setting fire to the hillside and drooling all over your bare feet.
  70. KR
    Jun 23, 2005
    10
    Neat Stuff ! Talk, Square one , A Message and Fix You are the highlights of this album. White Shadows sounds edgy in more ways than one . Go Listen..
  71. Raz
    Jun 6, 2005
    10
    This is the album we've all been waiting for...
  72. fábios
    Jun 6, 2005
    10
    as excellent as a rush of blood to the head!
  73. RichieY
    Jun 6, 2005
    10
    A fantastic album. Eighteen months well spent by Coldplay. What If and A Message are the standouts.
  74. PatrickS
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    Super album, but you'll have to hear it 3 times before realizing how good it is !
  75. RicoHop
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    Coldplay is the best!
  76. AntonioA
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    I just bought this and it is the most beautiful thing since OK Computer.
  77. GeorgeR
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    This makes that hundred-dollar concert ticket so worth it.
  78. patrickt
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    X&Y is not the album I hoped to hear from Coldplay. It is a quantum leap better. Just as A Rush of Blood to the Head far exceeded Parachutes, so does X&Y far exceed its Grammy-dominating predecessor. "Sound of Speed," with its immediately familiar feel, led me to expect more of the same (which is what I wanted, actually), but even that song turns out to be more complex than expected. Like X&Y is not the album I hoped to hear from Coldplay. It is a quantum leap better. Just as A Rush of Blood to the Head far exceeded Parachutes, so does X&Y far exceed its Grammy-dominating predecessor. "Sound of Speed," with its immediately familiar feel, led me to expect more of the same (which is what I wanted, actually), but even that song turns out to be more complex than expected. Like the most recent U2 albums, with craftsmanship that only comes with months of work, this album needs to be listened to several times. The songs may not grab you outright, like "Clocks," but when they finally do, they soar beyond places Coldplay has ever been. Chris Martin is at his peak, and this stuff is going to rock in concert. Critics who were too quick to judge this masterpiece will soon realize they knocked one of the great albums of the past 20 years.… Expand
  79. carls
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    It is great, all the songs are amazing!
  80. MaryP
    Jun 9, 2005
    10
    X&Y is just what Coldplay needed to put out. Sure it didn't reinvent the wheel, but as Chris Martin says it did put new rims on the old wheel. Johnny's guitar playing ha gotten more bold, the songs are chock full of passion and it's a perfect follow up album. Love it so much, and probably won't stop listening to it for a month. Can't wait to see the boys in August X&Y is just what Coldplay needed to put out. Sure it didn't reinvent the wheel, but as Chris Martin says it did put new rims on the old wheel. Johnny's guitar playing ha gotten more bold, the songs are chock full of passion and it's a perfect follow up album. Love it so much, and probably won't stop listening to it for a month. Can't wait to see the boys in August in Jersey.… Expand
  81. IraD
    Jul 11, 2005
    10
    Absolutely fantastic. I love everything Coldplay has ever put out, and this is no exception. The whole album plays so well together and is incredible. I loved it.
  82. chrisr
    Jul 15, 2005
    10
    This is 1 of the best albums i've ever heard and anywho has anything bad to say about it is terribly wrong(New York Times.)
  83. AndrewL
    Jul 19, 2005
    10
    This is one of those records that takes more than one listen. The first time I listened to it through, I didn't really get it all. It didn't seem as good as ROBTTH. But after more listens, I find it to be a masterpiece. Like it or not, this is the album Coldplay will be remembered for.
  84. Mike
    Jul 23, 2005
    10
    I love every song on this album
  85. youssefm
    Jul 30, 2005
    10
    brilliant. Don't forget that 'A Rush of Blood...' took a while to sear itself on our brains. The same thing is happening with X&Y. Bring on No. 4 when you are ready, Chris.
  86. camm
    Jul 8, 2005
    10
    a masterpiece.
  87. guy
    Aug 11, 2005
    10
    Brilliant,the greatest album i've ever seen.
  88. LiJiaX
    Aug 12, 2005
    10
    This album rocks! The songs there are just so soothing! Those people who says that it isn't good does not have any taste! Th song For You is so soothing that it makes you feel 'high' and makes you feel like you are flying! Very suitable to listen to during airplane flights! 10 Thumbs Up!
  89. BlisterfishCafe
    Aug 18, 2005
    10
    Album of the year...end of review.
  90. BernieG.
    Aug 25, 2005
    10
    This is Coldplay's best album. They have finally reached U2-like status with their lyrical content and musical styles. Best song on the album, "Talk" is also, in my opinion, the best song of 2005.
  91. FrancoD
    Aug 28, 2005
    10
    X&y is a cd very intersting, i recommend... ...the best Coldplay's cd... ...my song favorite is Fix You!! ...please Coldplay come to Argentina!!!
  92. DarrylR
    Sep 5, 2005
    10
    This is simply the best album i have ever heard. A cocktail of beautifull songs mixed with a strange sense of darkness that i have not heard since Radiohead's Ok Computer. It sends shivers through your bones. Breath taking!
  93. JasonS
    Sep 9, 2005
    10
    This is the best album that I have listened to by far. Its just brilliant it gets better ever time I listen to it, ColdPlay's best album that they have so wonderfully created.
  94. alyssac
    Jan 6, 2006
    10
    AWE-INSPIRING. Although AROBTTH still remains my favourite Coldplay album, x&y breaks new ground. You have to give it time to sink in and to get used to it, but when you do, it's worth it. Coldplay will always be my favourite band, with lyrics, creativity, and talent that I don't think I'll find anywhere else.
  95. DiegoA
    Jan 7, 2006
    10
    This album rocks fuck thatr gay album "Smile" by brian wilson.
  96. DavidC
    Feb 1, 2006
    10
    absolutaly wonderfull
  97. MichaelH
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    Masterful.
  98. Myles#13
    Sep 6, 2006
    10
    Where to begin... well, 'Square One' starts off the album. It's hard to believe, but I used to hate Coldplay... this song got me hooked and brought me to actually listen to the whole album. Now I LOVE Coldplay! For a band to hit 3 homeruns on their first 3 albums... they are truly great! My other fav's are 'Fix You', 'Low', 'Message', and Where to begin... well, 'Square One' starts off the album. It's hard to believe, but I used to hate Coldplay... this song got me hooked and brought me to actually listen to the whole album. Now I LOVE Coldplay! For a band to hit 3 homeruns on their first 3 albums... they are truly great! My other fav's are 'Fix You', 'Low', 'Message', and 'Til Kingdom Come'... great album, go buy it right now!… Expand
  99. rubyha
    Nov 1, 2005
    10
    this is the most soothing album i have heard in my life.
  100. BeckyD
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    The first time I listened to this CD, I wasn't too thrilled. But since then, I've found myself listening to it once or more everyday.
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Awards & Rankings

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#2 Most Discussed Album of 2005
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#13 Most Shared Album of 2005

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 33
  3. Negative: 1 out of 33
  1. Blender
    100
    [Coldplay] have made their masterpiece. [Jun 2005, p.112]
  2. New Musical Express (NME)
    90
    Confident, bold, ambitious, bunged with singles and impossible to contain, ‘X&Y’ doesn’t reinvent the wheel but it does reinforce Coldplay as the band of their time.
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  3. The Guardian
    60
    They have chosen to opt for the standard formula: it's elegiac, mid-tempo, stadium-friendly ballads all the way.
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