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Kathleen Speirs

Watch 'phenomenal' ScotRail worker sing Coldplay hit on Glasgow train station platform

A 'phenomenal' Glasgow ScotRail worker entertained gig-goers on a train station platform after Coldplay's concert at Hampden Park Stadium.

The staff member, called Gerry according to ScotRail chiefs, belted out a rendition of the band's chart hit Yellow on Tuesday night. Clad in his ScotRail hi-vis vest the crooner was handed a phone to help him along with the lyrics as he sang some bars of the popular ballad.

'Gerry' performed for huge crowds on the platform at Mount Florida station in the south side. The platform was packed as many were en route home from the Coldplay gig that had finished a short time beforehand.

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The ScotRail worker burst into song after Tuesday night's gig at Hampden Park Stadium. (HANDOUT)

Video footage of the sing-song was shared on social media and sparked a wave of praise from Twitter users - with one even suggesting 'Gerry' get a salary increase.

One wrote: "The people of Glasgow are great, I remember we were lost after The Stone Roses at Hampden. Everyone was very friendly and very helpful."

Another added: "Good on him."

A third commented: "What a legend. Give that man a pay rise."

Another posted:"Fabulous. People Make Glasgow."

And another wrote: "What makes Glasgow special? This does… phenomenal."

The rendition of Coldplay's Yellow attracted an audience on the platform at Mount Florida train station in the south side. (HANDOUT)

And some were familiar with the music man himself.

One wrote: "Gerry is a lovely guy and super helpful always."

Another commented: "Aw I love Gerry. He always made my day when he was working.

"Great guy. An absolute credit to ScotRail."

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ScotRail were quick to praise the crooner for his efforts.

A spokesperson said: "Love this.Our Gerry giving Coldplay fans a wee tune on the way home from the concert last night."

Coldplay's second and final Glasgow gig takes place on Wednesday, August 24.

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