'Coldplay' frontman Chirs Martin opens about fighting depression

Published: Apr 16 2025

Chris Martin, the enigmatic frontman of the beloved British rock band Coldplay, has confessed to his ongoing battle with depression. Martin, alongside his esteemed bandmates Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, and Will Champion, has garnered worldwide acclaim. Currently, the rock legends are immersed in their exhilarating 'Music of the Spheres' tour, which embarked in 2022.

'Coldplay' frontman Chirs Martin opens about fighting depression 1

During a recent live performance in Hong Kong, the 48-year-old heartthrob opened up about his personal struggle with depression, sharing intimate details and personal remedies that have been instrumental in his fight. Martin eloquently revealed, "Firstly, I want to introduce you to the concept of freeform writing. It involves penning down all your thoughts for twelve uninterrupted minutes, and then symbolically burning or discarding it. This ritual holds immense therapeutic value."

Furthermore, the voice behind the iconic hit 'Fix You' mentioned transcendental meditation as another coping mechanism. He described it as a body movement that harmonizes the mind, providing a sense of equilibrium. Martin also took a moment to praise the up-and-coming artist Chloe Qisha, asserting that her music brings him immense joy.

In conclusion, Chris added that these practices keep him grounded, instilling a profound sense of gratitude and happiness for the gift of life.

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