<P> The music video, released in October 2003, is shot in black - and - white and has a narrative theme . The video is directed by Jamie Thraves, who had previously directed the band's third video for "The Scientist". </P> <P> The video intercuts footage of the band performing the song with the story of a businessman, who is humiliated and horrified to find that he is gradually disappearing, after bumping into a mysterious stranger with no shoes . The businessman is played by actor Paddy Considine . </P> <Ul> <Li> Chris Martin--lead vocals, acoustic guitar </Li> <Li> Jonny Buckland--lead electric guitar </Li> <Li> Guy Berryman--bass guitar </Li> <Li> Will Champion--drums </Li> </Ul> <Li> Chris Martin--lead vocals, acoustic guitar </Li>

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