It comes from the very next section of the song, which is a distinct musical shift. Coldplay borrows a lyric from an old traditional cowboy folk song called "Goodbye, Old Paint." Chris Martin sings:
When you see Marie behind the rain-streaked glass, The world folds up its maps and lets the moment pass. coldplay when you see marie famous old paint better
For context on the band's actual top-performing and most "famous" songs as of April 2026: : Over 3.6 billion streams. Something Just Like This : Over 3.5 billion streams. Viva La Vida : Approximately 3.2 billion streams. It comes from the very next section of
In a bold and intriguing move, an anonymous artist has reimagined a timeless classic, merging the haunting lyrics of Coldplay's (supposed) "When You See Marie" with a renowned old painting. The result is a thought-provoking and visually stunning piece that will leave viewers pondering the intersection of art and music. Something Just Like This : Over 3