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Musically, I "hear colors" in key centers. Don't ask me why the key of Db is dark purple. It just is.
Is it acceptable to say it tastes like pink?
Purple drank. Ingredients: purple and water.
In answer to the original question, I think the answer is "yes" for some people. Look up synesthesia.
I have a mild and selective case. If something is very bright, I often find it too loud. Seriously. My last workplace had a flashing light that would signify something important, and if I was feeling especially touchy, it would start flashing and I'd stick my fingers in my ears. The first time this happened, my co-workers looked at me like I was crazy. I'm not saying they were wrong.
Musically, I "hear colors" in key centers. Don't ask me why the key of Db is dark purple. It just is.