Coldplay - Higher Power (official Video) -

: Some listeners found the lyrics in the first verse "questionable" or rushed, and others felt the track sailed too safely within the band's "pop-rock comfort zone". A few critics on PopMatters felt the song drifted toward "corny" territory, lacking the emotional depth of the band's earlier work. The Official Music Video

: The song’s widespread appeal and visual ambition earned it a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. Coldplay - Higher Power (Official Video)

: Many noted the song's "rush" and infectious melody. Reviewers from NME (4/5 stars) described it as an "exciting leap forward" that launches the band's talent into "outer space". : Some listeners found the lyrics in the

: The video features the band performing alongside alien holograms and the Ambiguous Dance Company from South Korea. It uses high-end VFX to create a vibrant, extraterrestrial atmosphere. : Many noted the song's "rush" and infectious melody

Directed by , the official video is a sci-fi spectacle set on the fictional planet Kaotica .

: The song is heavily influenced by 80s synth-pop , with some comparing its vibe to Steve Winwood's "Higher Love". Fans on Reddit highlighted the "rich and thick" soundscape and the effective use of synths.