Lo) | Fun (feat. Tove

"" is the sixth track from Coldplay’s 2015 album, A Head Full of Dreams . Despite its title, the song is a bittersweet, mid-tempo synth-pop ballad that explores the emotional aftermath of a breakup—widely believed to reflect frontman Chris Martin’s divorce from Gwyneth Paltrow.

: Surprisingly, "Fun" has rarely, if ever, been performed live. Fans were particularly vocal about the missed opportunity when Tove Lo opened for Coldplay during several dates of the A Head Full of Dreams Tour but never joined them on stage for the duet. Fun (feat. Tove Lo)

Swedish singer Tove Lo provides a "buttery" and "soaring" vocal contrast to Martin, acting as the second party in the relationship. While the lyrics acknowledge that the relationship has ended—famously referencing the Icarus myth with the line, " 'I know it's over,' Icarus says to the sun "—the core message is a nostalgic plea to remember the joy they once shared. Key Highlights "" is the sixth track from Coldplay’s 2015

: The track features a minimalistic, electronic production reminiscent of the band's previous album, Ghost Stories , but elevated by airy synth layers and a grand, atmospheric mix. Fans were particularly vocal about the missed opportunity

: Opinions on the track vary. Some fans consider it a hidden gem and one of the album's most underrated songs , while some critics felt it leaned too heavily into "high gloss pop". Review: Coldplay - 'A Head Full Of Dreams' - nbhap