Coldplay’s “Fix You” is an anthem we can’t escape. Even 20 years after its release, musicians are still thinking up brand new ways of retelling the song and its story while amping up its heartstoppingly raw mood.
When producer Tommee Profitt invited breakthrough singers Staarz and Stanaj to join his ‘epic orchestra and choir cover,’ their performance was more than merely ‘epic.’ And the view counts prove it: the viral video amassed over 963,000 hits within two months of being uploaded to YouTube.
Tommee takes his place at the grand piano for this cover, handing the spotlight to Staarz, Stanaj, a 50-piece orchestra, and a 100-person choir. When Staarz unleashes her breathy and ultra-aesthetic first verse, pitch-perfect and packed with ethereal, tender emotion, it’s impossible to believe this rising internet star hasn’t completely broken the mainstream.
As Staarz reveals in the comments section, “Most importantly [thank you to] Tommee for seeing the talent I have and pushing me out there to the world! I’m not even gonna lie… THIS is the very first time I’m on an actual stage. Could you tell?” Well, we certainly couldn’t.
Albanian vocalist Stanaj leads the second verse; a powerful voice that reimagines Coldplay’s melodies while hitting all those iconic high notes. When the orchestra amps up their game in the chorus, readers better prepare themselves for a serious case of the chills. It’s like a movie soundtrack blossoming in the place of a pop hit; a cinematic arrangement more powerful than any we’ve heard before.
“Fix You”’s final third has always held soul-striking potential. And Tommee’s orchestra doesn’t let you down for a second. With flavors of Hans Zimmer, the track truly explodes, especially once the choir fleshes out that legendary “Tears stream down your face” segment. But it’s Stanaj’s ad-libs which steal the show, singing with the power of a gospel preacher at the height of a healing session.
This isn’t the first time Staarz or Stanaj have collabed with Tommee Profitt. Staarz actually broke into the mainstream consciousness when her cover of Finneas’ “What They’ll Say About Us” went viral on Tommee’s channel. Music Man readers can check out the duo’s “emotional piano version” in the video above.
Stanaj is a multi-time collaborator with Tommee, the pair starring in multiple viral YouTube performances including Christmas tune “Noel (He Is Born),” “Lament from the Grave,” “RISE” and a dark cinematic edition of “Ave Maria.”
Tommee Profitt’s visionary production, alongside Staarz and Stanaj, brings new life to Coldplay’s iconic “Fix You,” resulting in a rendition that’s nothing short of a breathtaking masterpiece. With a 50-piece orchestra and a 100-person choir, this cover elevates the song to an unimaginable realm. The viral success speaks volumes, and there’s more to explore about this talented ensemble. Discover the magic behind the music by checking out the links below.