The Oracle talks about the book from which Coldplay's name is taken

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July 29, 2010 - submitted by Kat, Mexico

Q. Dear Oracle, time ago, I read in Wikipedia that the name of Coldplay came from a poem. I been trying to find it but I'm not sure if it's right can you give me an answer please. I will be very pleased if you can tell me what poem is or if it's real or not... anyway thanks! I just love Coldplay and its music it is pure poetry.

The Oracle replies:

It's not one single poem; it's a collection of poetry called Child's Reflections, Cold Play written by Philip Horky. There really should be more copies pressed up due to its increased popularity since the band took the name but at the moment if you can find a copy it's actually expensive to buy.

July 29, 2010 - submitted by Alison, United States of America

Q. Wise Oracle, why does the Roadie book say "If you want to show off your dance moves, make sure Chris Martin's dad's watching."? What does Matt (the author) mean by that?

The Oracle replies:

I mentioned this in relation to another question about the dancing roadie - Wayne - but you must have missed it.

July 29, 2010 - submitted by Daniel, United States of America

Q. Do you know how couples' have a song that describes their relationship or show their love for each other? Well me and my girlfriend's song was Yellow. She never liked Coldplay until she met me. And after awhile we decided to break up and I still love the song but found it difficult to play it because my all of my friends know what the song meant to my relationship with her. I want to dedicate it to my new girlfriend but I feel like it would make things worse with my ex if she heard I did that. What should I do?

The Oracle replies:

Dude it's not cool to use the same song for different chicks! Never mind if your ex found out you should pick a new one for your current squeeze...

July 28, 2010 - submitted by Alina, Canada

Q. Dear Oracle, Knowing that Will celebrated his last two birthdays in Toronto, do you think he's gonna try and keep up that little "tradition" and come back there again this year? Cheers

The Oracle replies:

It's not really been a tradition but more of a coincidence through touring. As you know they aren't currently on tour so there's no reason to be in Toronto (other than one of tradition if it were so). As far as I know Will travels back to the UK in time for his birthday so is probably spending it at home with the family.

July 28, 2010 - submitted by Kenzie, United States of America

Q. Dearest Oracle, Have you seen the movie Inception yet? If not you must because it is absolutely genius! Anyways, do you think the top was going strong or do you think it was going to fall? I've been pondering on this for days and need your opinion! Thanks :-) Kenzie

The Oracle replies:

Yes I have seen it and without wanting to give anything away to those who haven't I shall say this... One of the best films I have seen in a while worthy of all the hype. In answer to your question I knew we wouldn't see but for what it's worth I think it would have fallen. p.s I also don't think they fulfilled their task in case anyone asks that!

July 28, 2010 - submitted by Brandon, United States of America

Q. Excuse me oh wise Oracle, I was reading through Roadie and in the Introduction he says "Bung in a few 'A' list celebrities, an ocean of Beck's lager and enough air miles to bankrupt Branson" does Matt actually mean the city of Branson, Missouri or is there another Branson I'm unaware of?

The Oracle replies:

Matt wasn't referring to that Branson, but this Branson.