Joe Satrtiani VS. Coldplay Charge: Copyright Infringment The song "Viva La Vida" by Coldplay, released in 2008, contains elements which mimic the song "If I Could Fly" by Joe Satriani, which was released 4 years earlier in 2004. Case Status: Closed Case Closed: 5 Months ago. Category: Arts and Culture Tags: Idea Theft Joe Satriani Coldplay Copyright Infringement