Coldplay Concert Breaks Out Into Altar Call

Concert Attendees Drop to Their Knees in Spontaneous Worship

Photo: Anna Lee Media

Seattle, WA - Concert-goers got more than they were expecting when, in the midst of a set, a Coldplay Concert suddenly broke out into an impromptu altar call.

Halfway into their hot single "My Universe" featuring K-Pop group BTS, a large crowd began to form at the base of the stage. Surprisingly, one by one each person dropped to their knees, arms outstretched, loudly proclaiming their need for Chris Martin and then prayed the lyrics to "Hymn for the Weekend" with one another to accept Coldplay into their hearts.

One attendee we interviewed who called herself Jenna told us, "... It was such an emotional moment. I was such a skeptic before, and I didn't even really think that Coldplay was a real band, and if it was, I didn't really care, anyway. The world is so big, so why should Coldplay care about me? But once I heard that chorus, I realized that it didn't matter how big their fan base was, I knew that I could be their universe and have a personal relationship with them."

Jenna went on to share her newfound enthusiasm as a "Coldplayer," the title adopted by new followers. She continued on, saying, "I totally plan on coming back every week and becoming a member of their fan club! Well... actually I have to work, and the next week I have other plans, but Chris Martin totally changed my life and I'm a new person! You can still be a Coldplay fan without going every week, right?"

Another person remarked, "This was just like a Sunday service I went to with a friend at that Crucible Chantry place down the street, but without some crazy story about people getting beamed up and Apache helicopters and zombies! The lights and fog machines are way better here too."

Coldplay’s spokesperson denied any allegations of proselytism, saying that the band’s intention was to “create a positive and memorable experience for their fans”. “Coldplay is not a religious band, nor are they affiliated with any church or denomination. They are simply expressing their artistic vision and sharing their message of hope and peace with the world. Any resemblance to an altar call is purely coincidental and unintentional.”

The spokesperson also added that the band respects the beliefs and opinions of all their fans, regardless of their faith or background. “Coldplay welcomes everyone to their concerts, and they hope that everyone can enjoy their music and have fun. They do not judge anyone or force anyone to do anything they don’t want to do. They just want to spread some love and joy in these troubled times.”

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