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
: The band wore customized French revolutionary-style costumes, a visual theme they maintained throughout the Viva la Vida era. Artistic Inspirations Coldplay Viva La Vida Official Video
The official music video for is a visually striking piece directed by Hype Williams , which premiered on Coldplay's website on August 1, 2008. It serves as a central artistic component of the band's fourth studio album, Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends , known for its grand orchestral sound and historical themes. Witness the iconic visuals of the official music
: The background uses multi-colored textures interspersed with imagery of speeding clouds and the same artwork featured on the album's cover. 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 video concludes with the band members metaphorically crumbling into rose petals .