The piano riff in "Clocks" became one of the most recognizable in early 2000s rock, driving this successful single.
- "Clocks" won the Grammy Award for Record of the Year in 2004. The song was written by all four members of Coldplay: Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, and Will Champion. It was recorded at Thelatric Studios in London with producer Ken Nelson.
- The single was released on 10 December 2002 by Parlophone UK. It reached number 29 on the UK Singles Chart and number 13 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart in the US. The song has since been re-released on various compilations and live albums.
- The distinctive piano part was reportedly inspired by a Bichromatic chord progression. It was played by singer Chris Martin.
Coldplay is a British rock band formed in London in 1996. They are best known for their globally successful blend of anthemic rock and pop. Following the success of Parachutes, Coldplay released "Clocks" as a single from their second album, A Rush of Blood to the Head. This era solidified their status as one of the dominant forces in 21st-century rock music.
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