Meaning
I agree with the person above... I think it is about being famous and rich ...but more than that I think it is about Coldplay themselves. Because Coldplay was one of the most popular bands in the world then just as fast as they became popular everyone except a select few hated them. For example, in 40 year old virgin they say, "You know how I know your gay? You listen to coldplay. I read some where that this CD was supposed to be Chris' response to all the bandwagoners that left when things weren't so great. Who knows I would like to just ask him about it to be honest!:D