Hymn for the Weekend

"Hymn for the Weekend" is a song by British rock band Coldplay, featuring uncredited guest vocals from American singer Beyoncé. It was released on 25 January 2016 as the second single from the band’s seventh studio album, A Head Full of Dreams (2015). Blending elements of pop, alternative rock, and R&B, the track marked a stylistic shift towards a more vibrant and radio-friendly sound. The song received mixed to positive reviews from music critics and achieved commercial success worldwide, reaching the top ten in multiple countries. Its music video, filmed in various locations across India, attracted attention for its colourful imagery and sparked discussions surrounding cultural representation.

"Hymn for the Weekend" reached number six on the UK Singles Chart and also reached the top twenty in countries such as Switzerland, Ireland, France, Sweden, Austria, Belgium, Italy and Spain. In the US, with the Seeb remix, the song reached number 25 on the US Billboard Hot 100. A music video for the song was released on 29 January 2016 and features Coldplay in various cities in India, with Beyoncé performing in some scenes. It also featured Indian Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor in a brief role.