: 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
: The title "Viva la Vida" ("Long Live Life") was inspired by a painting of the same name by the Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, created shortly before her death. Coldplay Viva La Vida Official Video
: The video concludes with the band members metaphorically crumbling into rose petals . : Chris Martin cited Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables