Some songs come and go, but others leave a lasting mark. The Chainsmokers and Coldplay’s Something Just Like This is one of those tracks that people never seem to get tired of. Released in February 2017, it has now crossed 3 billion streams on Spotify, placing it among the most streamed songs of all time. Whether played at festivals, weddings, or quiet nights alone, it continues to hold a special place in people’s hearts.
A Dream Collaboration That Came Naturally
Long before they were selling out festivals and topping charts, Drew Taggart and Alex Pall were massive Coldplay fans. From the beginning of their career, they have spoken about how much Chris Martin and his band shaped their sound. When the opportunity came to work together, it was more than just a big collaboration. It was a moment they had been waiting for.
The way the song came together was just as special. During a session in the studio, The Chainsmokers played a simple piano riff, and Martin immediately started writing lyrics. Within a couple of hours, he had the melody mapped out, walking around with headphones on, completely immersed in the creative process. The result was a song that blended Coldplay’s signature storytelling with The Chainsmokers’ electronic production, creating something that felt both familiar and fresh.
Why This Song Stuck With People
The lyrics tell a story that many can relate to. Instead of searching for perfection or fairy-tale love, it is about finding someone who makes you feel like enough just as you are. That simple idea, combined with the uplifting melody, is what makes the song feel just as good now as it did when it was first released.
Over the years, Something Just Like This has been more than just another song in a playlist. It has soundtracked personal moments, major life events, and unforgettable nights at festivals. For many, it is the kind of track that brings back memories every time it plays.
A Milestone Worth Celebrating
Not many songs reach 3 billion streams, and the ones that do are usually the ones that never fade away. This achievement shows just how much people still love and connect with Something Just Like This, years after it first came out.
For The Chainsmokers, this song is a reminder of the band that inspired them from the start. For fans, it is proof that a great song does not need anything over the top to leave an impact. Sometimes, all it takes is the right melody, the right words, and the right moment.
And whether it’s something old, something new, you know that you will always be feeling ‘Something Just Like This’ with a song that will never go out of style.
