"In My Place" | ||||
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Single by Coldplay | ||||
from the album A Rush of Blood to the Head | ||||
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Released | 5 August 2002 | |||
Recorded | 2001–2002 | |||
Genre | Alternative rock | |||
Length | 3:48 | |||
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"In My Place" on YouTube |
"In My Place" is a song by British rock band Coldplay. The song was written collaboratively by all the band members and released on their second album, A Rush of Blood to the Head. The track is built around thumping drums and chiming guitars. It was released on 5 August 2002 as the lead single from A Rush of Blood to the Head and reached number two on the UK Singles Chart. The song also reached number 17 on Billboard's Modern Rock Tracks.
"In My Place" was well received by critics, who complimented its arrangement and profound lyrics. The song won the award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal at the 45th Annual Grammy Awards.