If Coldplay's 'Fix You' Was An Emo Anthem

[@touchyfishy]

I feel like the tone of this perfectly combines the nostalgia of my teen years with the existential dread that comes with being an adult.

[@the_Sarahnator]

YEP, agreed.

[@jxsiah-msc]

Bro perfect description

[@jamesmasson2815]

If this isn't the comment of 2024....

[@jrubeck01]

What years were those? I get that weird flutterey time travel on like atari's boys of summer cover, but its more mixed with that laying on the grassbon a sunny warm day with your eyesbclosed remembering beautiful things

[@IsaiJurado]

Yes, yes that’s emo music for ya 🖤🤘🏼

[@timshirley2992]

I like how all the band members look like they get on with each other

[@ganguanggangmei2252]

Band members? It's all him 😊

[@TimothyJurgens]

@@ganguanggangmei2252 it's irony

[@juanmanuelmimbaca5526]

​@@TimothyJurgens Irony chases him but he´s faster

[@Emma-kx9ne]

​@@ganguanggangmei2252they're triplets

[@beezybeez4207]

This is so good but you must hear “Whispering Wolf” or “Live Not Survive” by SLT 🤘🐺🎶

[@madmanJSK]

Man, 14-year-old me would’ve totally found this on Limewire and stuck it on my iPod Shuffle.

[@samuelchristensen5799]

Another family computer bites the dust

[@SecretSauceyjuice]

​@@samuelchristensen5799 Between my limewire dl's and my brother's GTA mods, that PC didn't stand a chance.

[@nach1man]

On my poop brown Microsoft Zune!

[@heinhanekom6755]

Soooo true 😅😅 Limewire. haha those were the days.

[@DavyCrocket2003]

Napstar anyone?

[@jamesphilipdorse8161]

This could genuinely be one of the best cover songs I've ever heard in my life

[@RedFoxRicky]

johnny cash - hurt is another one .

[@pnut84]

It's alright, Secondhand Serenade did a better cover.

[@shanefrederick7731]

Agreed

[@kane6529]

@@pnut84this is only excusable if your a child/ tweenager 😮

[@beezybeez4207]

This is so good but you must hear “Whispering Wolf” or “Live Not Survive” by SLT 🤘🐺🎶

[@ChromaJune]

The whole production is incredible but your drums are absolutely MERCILESSLY good.

[@AlexMelton]

Lots of sweat goes into those drums so I’m very glad they’re appreciated 🫶

[@ChromaJune]

@@AlexMelton You gotta be careful bro if you fall too deep in the pocket you'll never be seen again!

[@drewfenton5452]

Agreed! I follow Alex because of this.

[@iainmcguire7190]

@@AlexMelton always phenomenal drums, FIVE STAR CONTENT, would listen again

[@Henry-wu3ts]

​@@AlexMeltonoh yeah I bet, what sounds do you use? I love them, you should make a video going over your sounds and process for them if you haven't already lol

[@thissiteisaids]

I feel like Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol would sound really good with this treatment, too.

[@kouham420]

Yes please

[@AnkitShome]

Yes, please!

[@samuelkilik8233]

YEAAA THAT WILL ALSO BE SOOO COOLLL

[@snazzydrew]

You are reading my mind!

[@NegerKim]

You should lool up Snow Patrol's live performance of "Set Fire To The Third Bar" with Cheryl Cole, that's almost as emo(tional) as the original version of Fix You :-)

[@davidrapthap9973]

This is Hotplay 🔥

[@taboussh]

This deserves more likes

[@OrdinaryPigeon1]

Hotpause

[@Memorh19]

LOOOL

[@beezybeez4207]

This is so good but you must hear “Whispering Wolf” or “Live Not Survive” by SLT 🤘🐺🎶

[@scarylions]

Or, perhaps Hotwork?

[@Jasmin-ur8ne]

I’ve been looking for so long. Finally found the original version of this song.

[@KeithBuhler]

Coldplay s acoustic version is alright

[@tolakanginman]

pretty sure its not Fix You by Boyce Avenue ?

[@qwantum5760]

@@tolakanginman Coldplay wrote this song trough out 2002 till 2004's release of X&Y which is the original. Don't know if it was satire just wanted to make sure.

[@tolakanginman]

@@qwantum5760 i mean, boyce avenue rearange this song in different style which mean maybe he heard boyce avenue since he said hes been looking this version for so long.

[@qwantum5760]

@@tolakanginman Ah fair, my bad anyway, now you know some fun trivia.

[@tylerbowie9069]

This was an absolute brilliant version!! Brings me to tears every time! The “I promise you I will learn from my mistakes” more specifically has a very deep meaning to me. I was a bad drug addict for a long time. Just couldn’t get over it. Was married, had an amazing wife / life. Eventually a daughter but threw it all away. Finally cleaned up myself and life. Have repaired every broken relationship in my life. But it was touch for my ex as it should have been. I’m finally the person I should have been and it’s too late. I finally learned from my mistakes, people can change but sometimes it’s too late.

[@threearrows2248]

God has a purpose for us. Keep pursuing Him, because He can fix all things. My husband and I met in AA. We have a life beyond our wildest dreams, despite ourselves.

[@edwardlee6275]

normally i would be like " no man fix you is not a song you can rearrange and fuck around with" but man this is freaking amazing !

[@pinnacleexpress420]

ok but how is it rearranged and fucked with like genuinely i would like someone to point it out cuz while this cover is FIRE I dont see how it's particularly different

[@DougRG]

@@pinnacleexpress420 Different key, adding the first verse lyric into the background of the 'tears stream' bridge area, the absence of an organ and doubled up guitars instead, percussion entering the chat during the first verse when the original does not have percussion until the bridge, which alone turns up the rock factor substantially, the pop punk vocal and flourishes. It's a great homage, so I see why you're saying what you are. Just listen to them back to back. The similarities are there, so the spirit of the song is still in tact, but this is definitely not just a carbon copy.

[@Jon14141]

@@DougRG Indeed mate!

[@007knick]

Same here and if I am honest the first time I heard it I thought that. The more I listen to it, the more it absolutely works. I reckon Chris and the rest of ColdPlay would love it

[@turkoizdog]

The intro guides me home, the bridge ignites my bones, and the whole thing fixed me

[@katejoyce2725]

I see what you did there 😂

[@raygun1414]

glaze

[@swan_____]

👏🏼

[@brownhoddie6948]

Bro what.... You need to write some lyrical ballads.

[@JeremiahGrady-u4n]

Dang, dude. This is awesome. It's rare that I feel emotional over a cover song. That interlude and breakdown got me. Well done.

[@lucasmorem]

Alex turning a sad but chill song into a STADIUM EMO-POP-PUNK ROCK ANTHEM (and obviously this song would end the show with fireworks, crowd choir and shit)

[@SkarTisu]

Don’t forget the lasers!

[@typhobeats]

The original is an absolute masterpiece, but this is also really insane.. One of the best rock covers i`ve ever heard!!! Well done!!

[@MadameCornflake]

I was tidying up my kitchen while starting this video. And after a while I just stopped in my tracks, turned to my phone and whispering "damn..." My Coldplay love hugs my emo heart and that is f**** wholesome ❤

[@dreadfyre2537]

The bridge is the primary reason why this song will always be my all time top favorite song. I was waiting until the bridge before deciding if I liked this yet and…you absolutely nailed it. 20/10, thank you!

[@pacomo1]

I didn't think this song could get any better, I'm fucking crying

[@KeithBuhler]

I'm not crying too, you're crying

[@ДмитрийКириллов-ъ4и]

Я блять тоже!

[@marinlarin]

Tears do be streaming

[@mightybrian5836]

same

[@SoCoSucks]

I knew I wouldn't have been the only one. Sometimes, someone makes something beautiful that touches your spirit. This was one of those times.

[@Matt_7896]

Would definitely love to hear the acoustic rendition of this!

[@ScienceofLoud]

It has big Biffy Clyro vibes towards the end there. What a stunning arrangement!

[@andrewadams6473]

Wait whoa yes

[@bethlovesthings]

The whole song tbh, so good

[@KrocksInTheKitchen]

Agree 100%!

[@exethanter6124]

Oh yeah, gave me vibes of All The Way Down and Christopher's River!

[@eriknjoo]

[@Philrodgers1225]

I was waiting for the midwest emo poem reading over the instrumental, something like "I guess I thought if I could fix the broken things in you, maybe the broken things in me would get fixed too" (cue the epic build) 😂

[@howardpark8686]

This ^^^

[@matthewgolembeski1926]

This would be banger

[@mikehodges841]

Omg same! With a hard break into a half-time drum chorus. Would have made this so much better

[@JeremiahSherlock-j6q]

​@@mikehodges841 Yes! And background vocals during that part going, "La-ights will guuuuuuide!" "A-i will truuuuuuuuy!"

[@zacwhyte]

😂 perfect

[@Italianchefsunshine]

My brother died last month so I have gone through bouts of listening to this song on repeat. There’s something about this song, especially this version, that is so cathartic and just resonates.

[@feloniousmonkx]

Heart breaking... that kind of loss. So sorry :*(

[@Italianchefsunshine]

Thank you! I have so many people that have reached out that have experienced the same loss and it’s amazing how it can connect us , but also so sad that so many have had to feel this.

[@Solabusiness]

I know how you feel

[@sdws91]

So sorry for your loss. From another brother.

[@Italianchefsunshine]

@@sdws91 Thank you! ❤️

[@dee5tank]

Captured the rawness of both Coldplay and emo in perfect harmony

[@Jon14141]

Indeed

[@alexayuzukii]

I was going to hit like but let's keep that 222 inplace

[@jackhopkins5956]

So rare that an artist can reach the level of the original. Alex exceeds it

[@Muglez14]

Coldplay write great cover songs. My favourite version of every single Coldplay song is not performed by Coldplay.

[@jackhopkins5956]

@@Muglez14 have you heard jacob collier's version? It's incredible!

[@Muglez14]

@@jackhopkins5956 Cody Fry's Fix You is the high water mark for me. His orchestration is just magnificent. I'm a sucker for those big, bombastic, Disney-esque movements. I find Jacob Collier's covers fun to jog alongside trying to keep up on the first few listens because his technical ability is always astonishing, but once I start being able to anticipate his movements because I've heard a given arrangement a few times, I don't feel a particular emotional connection. This probably all speaks to me being a relentless fucking luddite at heart, but I do love a good pop song. I'd take his "Time Alone With You" over his "Here Comes The Sun" any day of the week and the difference is one of them is working really, really hard to impress us and the other one is just a sick groove.

[@jesusisking3814]

Now here's the most beautiful love story: Me and you? Though we have fallen short of the glory of God by comitting just one sin which we deserve death and hell for, the Good News is that God loved us so much that He, All-Powerful and All-Knowing Spirit came to earth in a human body as Jesus Christ, the fullness of God bodily, to live a perfect life keeping and fulfilling all laws and commandments, not sinning ONCE, and then sacrificing Himself on a cross for YOU! By shedding His Blood, He paid the penalty for your sin so that you could be washed clean from all sins and develop a personal relationship with God and spend eternity together with Him in Heaven. How awesome is that?! That's God's grace. All you have to do to accept His gift of grace is believe from your heart that Jesus is God, He shed His precious Blood for you and He is risen from the dead, He's in full control of your life that He rules over you. Don't trust in your own goodness but fully trust in Jesus and follow Him. It's not by works or being a good person, it's only by God's grace through faith in Him. Jesus desires a personal relationship with you. Much love and God bless you!

[@cjdapd7599]

The “know” @ 2:02…chef’s kiss 🤌🏻

[@a237mL]

Coldplay and Chris Martin NEED to hear this

[@22RosesGrow]

I bet he'd love it.

[@DougRG]

The fusion of Melton and Coldplay is always deadly. Man, what a rendition. Bravo, Alex!

[@viniciusbouchet9427]

Alex melton is proving that coldplay were emo they just never notice , 'if yellow was an emo athem'' is on my playlist since the release, Alex is just fire

[@oscar12ty]

this song sounds alot like biffy clyro if you are intertested in similar music

[@taylorblanpied4351]

So many great things about this... as a drummer who loves Coldplay and emo, when you went into the marching style pattern on the snare for the breakdown section, I thought, "Woah... how are you doing all the things that I would intuitively want you to do??" Lol. Amazing job, Alex! You're so talented buddy. Thanks for bringing your light to the world.

[@TheSalPic]

Who saw this on Spotify this morning already!? This guy! listened all the way to work!

[@williamgray9070]

Usually these are just joke covers but this one is truly a masterpiece. Absolute perfection in every way

[@onebiomed]

I can honestly say that this version gave me chills and took all focus away from any paper work I was in the middle of just now.... well done.

[@wisdomforthewaywardsoul9341]

This had no right being this good. The vocals, the guitars, the drums. Perfect.

[@DonoVideoProductions]

Your vocals are always top tier. But they literally soar here with the top-note harmonies on the chorus. It gives this mix life. Just stellar.

[@DeathComesSwiftly]

It’s a testament to how good this original song writing is. This version is amazing

[@grazamataz]

A flawless re-imagining of a flawless song. Per the usual. You aren't a cover artist, you're a re-imagineer.

[@dempseykraft]

The. Version. Of. This. Song. That. We. All. Had. Zero. Idea. We. Needed. Well done, sir….well done

[@sarahlunow2435]

Definitely did this song justice--your interpretation adds a different emotional layer that I can really appreciate.

[@nathan1334]

Alex, it’s like after all these years of your videos, we’ve arrived at the reason you started this. THIS IS THE SONG. Absolutely perfect. Both the song choice and the adaptation. Your version of the song is what Coldplay wanted their listeners to feel while listening to their version. Your song is what I feel inside my soul when I listen to the actual song.

[@jack92983]

I’d love to see a mixing tutorial of this, it’s genuinely one of the best covers I’ve heard and definitely the best cover of this song there is!!

[@niclake13]

100% this. @alex Please!

[@gloriaelizabethhh1162]

It’s like I went back to 2000s 😭!!! I LOVE IT!!!

[@itsjacobj]

So, Fix You is a song I associate with my late grandfather. Every time I hear the original, I think of him and start to well up. Listening to your version got to me in a similar way. 10/10 great cover

[@TheStupendium]

One of my favourite songs. This take on it is stunning.

[@JollyGreenGiant5025]

This is definitely one of my favorite covers you've done! I keep coming back to replay, and it hits home equally as hard as Coldplay's original. I would love to hear more covers in this style.

[@RangerDanger484]

The post-chorus-1 breakdown at 1:31 is on repeat right now and possibly forever. That just ignites my bones.

[@nate74243]

There are a lot of cover artists out there, but none that seem to have the savant level understanding of music this guy has to be able to reimagine something better than the original while still maintaining the integrity of the song.

[@attarrouzen9024]

Now this is how you should cover song. This man gives his heart to rearranged "Fix You". God the Interlude Chills all of my body. Excellent Work Man, Thanks.

[@theanonymoustv5784]

I will put this as #1 on my Hillsong worship list,

[@ablaze_yajpsalmist7528]

Hahaha .. Put the planetshakers too

[@helionowell2896]

Old school hillsong United.

[@PandaKnight52]

Probs shouldn't be at a mega church that blatantly manipulates is congregation.

[@KarstenHeymann]

The snare flare at 4:02 is so tasteful and perfectly placed.

[@matthewhartman8936]

Bro… tears. This was a “go to” songs for me during some hard years, and when you brought it back out of that instrumental, I got choked up. You have a gift, brother. I real gift. Thanks for sharing it with the world. Just know it’s very much appreciated. Keep doing what you do. Never stop.

[@valuecreatinghuman]

this dude just GETS it🔥

[@zachreedphotography]

"gets" it? he is it.

[@hannahl.9614]

The vowel placements are so immaculate. Love this version

[@mattybelami]

Agree

[@n0nvi0l3t]

Knowing the Coldplay version and now listening to this... Tears stream down my face. I'm enamored with how this hits me straight in the feels. Thank you for giving this to the world.

[@hullcameron]

Dropping the bass out of the second verse was the perfect decision. I love this song sooo much & this rocks!

[@mattslade1633]

Easily one of the best covers out there. Wow man that hit harder than expected nice one!

[@IEmilyI]

I had never heard a Fix You cover that did the original song justice. I honestly think this is the first one I hear that is actually really good and captures the mood properly while also adding its own twist to it. Well done!

[@wolfmanjim21]

This is my wife and I's song, so the original has a special place in my heart. This version is fucking excellent, just like everything you put out. Keep being awesome, Alex!

[@SithPackAbs]

Bro, why you gotta make me cry 😭 This is epic and beautiful!

[@joeldidier]

Love this cover. 3:28 had me thinking you where going for a full stop and all back in.

[@SandbagBouldering]

This exact moment. Agreed it is streaming to me right now. And I couldn’t be happier about it.

[@snapD1Y]

That's why dynamic is very important in every song, it'll hit you with goosebumps everytimes when done right, this dude is a pro

[@LRCollier]

4:15 You nailed that even better than I was hoping you would

[@sbcguitarist]

I'm not a huge fan of Coldplay, so I didn't know this song, but when the drums came in, I immediately added this to my Spotify. Holy cow, what an amazing song you've made.

[@fredskull1618]

Heavy Jimmy Eat World vibes from this version. Great job Alex!

[@samwelltarly8265]

Amen

[@hungrybearphotography]

When the part with "tears stream..." kicks in, i get chills every single fucking time when I hear the original song. Bro, I got them with your version too. Totally love it and kicks my brains as much as the original one does!

[@huntermulberry3095]

Dude... this one is a BANGER. Thanks Alex for continuing to keep Pop-Punk/Emo alive 🧡

[@StephenRobertson1618]

My dude...chills...better than the original...which makes covers worthwhile. Way to own it.

[@m_sync8234]

Only Alex could craft so many new, authentic, and beautiful memories that feel like they belong to my youth, even though I know they never really existed. It's like an artist dipping a single brush into two real moments, blending them into a fabricated and enhanced version of a nostalgic dream from my past. Thank you and please never stop sharing these amazing creations.

[@DojoJazz]

Alex, this may be your best yet. Absolute banger that echoing off the walls of my house for a while.

[@basinggerzi]

The paramore influence is strong! Love this.

[@mylesdlm]

i'm just here imagining Hayley was in this

[@Samzee89]

Definitely All I Wanted vibes in the verse

[@iSchleep]

it gives me Blink-182 vibes. Like Stay Together for the Kids

[@tankyfrankie]

It reminds me also a lot of Biffy Clyro, especially the great vocal harmonies.

[@LuisenGames]

Yeeeees

[@joeipp98]

Some days, you just need a song like this to pick you up. Outstanding

[@dcrooz4250]

that snare build up @2:50 hits heavy bro - pain, misery, heartbreaks

[@jimgearing260]

The musicianship, the editing, layering, while still capturing the essence of the song itself is a masterpiece. This is a winner, hands down. Keep it up!

[@livinginbuckeyearizona976]

The drummer, bassist, vocals…this band is out together perfectly

[@justmustard56]

I hope they don't break up and go solo

[@madeleinecary4154]

Coldplay superfan here. You guys NAILED IT. Absolutely beautiful.

[@nomorebs88]

I think you mean "you guy nailed it"

[@Jon14141]

Nice

[@prismovalentino]

Yeah all these guys really did a great job.

[@tylergipe]

Full body goosebumps, headbanging to the bridge alone in my kitchen.. wonderfully done Alex 🙌

[@_4lec]

Lmao I'm literally scrambling eggs rn rocking out

[@toolazytoputonpaper5414]

Very few songs have bought tears to my eyes, like Johnny Cash's version of Hurt, but this goes a bit deeper. The whole song is amazing, but the drums in the bridge is what does it, it makes me feel like a young teen again, living as I had been told to, but slowly finding my own way and letting myself be me as I let go of the fear that trapped me for so long. Thank you for this.

[@jameshodgson9875]

My best friend died last year 25/07/2023 he took me to see Coldplay live at Wembley Stadium August 2022 I always miss him and Coldplay will always be a reminder of him and the best night of my life. R.I.P bro. Love this version 🤘

[@Jon14141]

Best of luck to you mate

[@jameshodgson9875]

@@Jon14141 thank you and to you 👌

[@kirvu9677]

They only die when they're forgotten.. Cherish him, My friend. I'm sorry for your loss!

[@jameshodgson9875]

@@kirvu9677 yeah that’s true he certainly will never be forgotten! Thank you 🙏

[@walcneon]

Heart goes out to you man. Hope you’re doing alright ❤

[@martinedelius]

@Drumeo, if you need more proof that you need to feature Alex in one of your "[Artist] hears [song] for the first time" segments, here it is. He's great at all the instruments, but I think he plays drums exceptionally well!

[@pimpinaint17]

I used to listen to the original version endlessly in the summer of 2007 after losing someone close to me... I never imagined there could be a version that hit the true emotion that the lyrics convey as this..

[@pimpinaint17]

Same and same..

[@Kashmirea]

Such Balance and Composure style vibes… 😭😭❤️ Best. Ever.

[@TulipsToKiss]

I wonder how it feels to be a total legend?? GOODNESS this rocks

[@caseyprewitt3561]

Not only is this a fantastic cover, but your skill level at vocals, lead guitar, bass, drums, sound mixing, and composing are all world class! All while bringing such emotion and feeling. Super impressive! Thank you

[@nilthenoble7452]

This Reminds me of Box car racer/Blink 182 High school days. Guess I'm too old now. but never been old hearing emo-music. Good thing I grew up listening to this genre of music. Thanks for the cover Alex.

[@andrewjones519]

This version of Fix You is another example that proves somewhere in the Multiverse, there is a version of Chris Martin leading Hillsong worship.

[@estherodinmah]

Hahaha I’m Christian and I love this comment😂 but yes I see it😂

[@mohitrahaman]

Violet Hillsong

[@theanonymoustv5784]

Same vibes,

[@Zack-Hates-Youtube]

Yes! The pink live album! "All I need is you"

[@MountainJewz1]

Bro😂😂😂😂😂

[@ntpyles]

As a former drummer and guitarist. You are the embodiment of my life’s dreams. Don’t stop making these videos.

[@ITHL-online]

It`s just awesome, man! Incredible! What I like the most is that you show respect to the original, and then you transfer really every instrument to your unique style. The vocals really kill it at the end of the song. Man! Wow!!!

[@prajenshrestha3998]

OHHHHHH, That Guitar toneeee. that vibe. THANK YOU FOR THIS

[@Acousticfreek]

i was heavy into bands like "Emery" and idk "Bullet for my valentine" and i just want you to know you fuckin CRUSHED IT with this and im so drawn back into my teens right now and as a feelow musician this really truly moved me GOOD JOB! Keep em comin' please?!

[@Michael-gj5oq]

The KZbin algorithm suggested this one to me. Was not disappointed! Subscribed.

[@trevgreg2]

This is terrific. The styling and vocal tone make so much sense here! Great work, as usual!

[@atomsofstardust]

0:16 “Pixies- Where is my mind?” has entered the chat :) Great performance, man! You’ve got a new subscriber right after I listened to your version of Jump by Van Halen! My applause to you!

[@HowtoRestoreHeadlights]

Dude! Whole song was 🔥 But especially the freaking captivating tone of vocals and guitar at the end! 🤯💪💪💪

[@Hezren]

Absolutely stellar, both your music and your covers are absolute joys to listen to. Great job as always Alex, thank you for covering one of my favourite songs.

[@BenGorski]

I've shown this over and over again. Dude, you are so talented. Awesome work and thank you.

[@cadillacmoto]

Putting the beginning as a round over the end was beautiful

[@DumbRandomUsername79]

So much talent in one human being? Ffs man, give the rest of us a chance! INCREDIBLE!

[@N8CatGoldChain]

Brother, I have been listening to your music for several years now, I don't know if its just the passion and joy you play with, or just your ability to meld music into something I can feel in my soul; Regardless, I can never keep from sobbing my eyes out whenever you put out something like this. And I love that. Thank you for making music, and never giving up on your desire to create art for the rest of the world to take in and use to benefit them in daily life.

[@landocommando31]

The lights keep guiding me back to Alex Melton!

[@TokyoBlue587]

I really miss when Coldplay was doing stuff like this. Alex, you are incredibly talented! This cover is awesome.

[@sbfleming]

I've lost count of how many times I've listened to this. Just amazing.

[@JustinVenessasknownasKurt]

Immediate chills. God tier man. 1:02

[@kathleenreynolds7113]

Yes chills