: Mike Shinoda wrote the demo overnight in a small rehearsal space in Los Angeles.
: The song is certified Diamond (10× Platinum) by the RIAA in the United States. Composition and Background
"In the End" is a landmark single by American rock band Linkin Park, released in as the fourth and final single from their debut album, Hybrid Theory . The track is widely recognized for its signature piano riff and the vocal interplay between rapper Mike Shinoda and the late Chester Bennington. Key Performance and Statistics Linkin Park - In The End (Audio)
: In June 2021, it became the first nu-metal song to surpass one billion streams on Spotify. As of June 2024, it has exceeded 2 billion streams on the platform.
: Following the band's return in late 2024, the song has been performed live with new vocalist Emily Armstrong . : Mike Shinoda wrote the demo overnight in
: Interestingly, Chester Bennington initially disliked the song and did not want it on the record , feeling it was too "soft" compared to their heavier material. He eventually changed his mind after seeing the massive fan connection during live performances.
Experience the original studio audio of Linkin Park's iconic track: Linkin Park - In The End (Audio) YouTube• May 1, 2017 Linkin Park Lyrics Featured in Weather Report The track is widely recognized for its signature
: It peaked at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100 and reached the top ten on numerous charts worldwide.