Formed in 1996, Linkin Park rose to international fame with their debut studio album, Hybrid Theory (2000), which became certified Diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Released during the peak of the nu metal scene, the album's singles' heavy airplay on MTV led the singles "One Step Closer", "Crawling" and "In the End" all to chart highly on the US Mainstream Rock chart. The lattermost also crossed over to the nation's Billboard Hot 100. Their second album, Meteora (2003), continued the band's success. The band explored experimental sounds on their third album, Minutes to Midnight (2007). By the end of the decade, Linkin Park was among the most successful and popular rock acts.
The band continued to explore a wider variation of musical types on their fourth album, A Thousand Suns (2010), layering their music with more electronic sounds. The band's fifth album, Living Things (2012), combined musical elements from all of their previous records. Their sixth album, The Hunting Party (2014), returned to a heavier rock sound, and their seventh album, One More Light (2017), was a substantially more pop-oriented record. Linkin Park went on a hiatus when longtime lead vocalist Bennington died in July 2017. In April 2022, Shinoda revealed the band was neither working on new music nor planning on touring for the foreseeable future.
Linkin Park is among the best-selling bands of the 21st century and the world's best-selling music artists, having sold over 100 million records worldwide. They have won two Grammy Awards, six American Music Awards, two Billboard Music Awards, four MTV Video Music Awards, 10 MTV Europe Music Awards and three World Music Awards. In 2003, MTV2 named Linkin Park the sixth-greatest band of the music video era and the third-best of the new millennium. Billboard ranked Linkin Park No. 19 on the Best Artists of the Decade list. In 2012, the band was voted as the greatest artist of the 2000s in a Bracket Madness poll on VH1. In 2014, the band was declared as "The Biggest Rock Band in the World Right Now" by Kerrang!.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linkin_Park
Studio albums
Hybrid Theory (2000)
Meteora (2003)
Minutes to Midnight (2007)
A Thousand Suns (2010)
Living Things (2012)
The Hunting Party (2014)
One More Light (2017)
Fuse
Linkin Park Lyrics
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It's a long piece of cord impregnated with gun powder.
When you strike a match and light it
It burns, fitfully, spiraling to its end
At which there is, a little surprise..."
From the planet of Krypton
Insuring suit emcees you'll be ripped on (ripped on)
Get gone, spit on mic's made in Hong Kong
Rock on, sing songs, we're mightier than King Kong
Or Donkey Kong, you think you want me? Or want this?
You want some? Hold your reputation for ransom
With these here, handsomely crafted tactics
To break a snake emcee like a cheap prophylactic
Galactic, spaced-out gab that grabs attention
Crack-heads nodded like a past can't even mention
Ride on patch traps, gas tracks and sections
Kid's ethnicity, witness protection
Trying to see what I can't be seeing
I'll be here
Trying to see what I can't be seeing
I'll be here
Yo, dig this, dig this
Yo, it's the junkyard crooked letter-C-I-EN-tific
Duck us, the ruckus I'll bring stings your eardrum
Hear one, 'la 'la let loose, find me fearsome
Opposing troops on my home front shall be gone
Testing the eight-hundred-eighteenth battalion
Shall I go on? Crews run like rebels
Enola Gay rhymes kick the notch up a level in intensity
Send back attacks that you sent to me
Blow up your spot with grenades that were meant for me
MP3 verses on R-33 emcees
Swiss cheese your gear putting shrapnel in the breeze
I lead emcees with enemy companies
With my hand full of lyrics, talking 'bout "you want these?"
Please, don't even speak the name of channels
And go low-gadget mic shit, put it down like pens
For my friends and my fam'
Better dodge or I'll ram this mic shot through the back of an emcee's hand
With the strength of He-Man
I'll bet you don't want that
Close-bodies filled fields in hand-to-hand combat
Battle cats, it's like the sectional speech
Warfare words slashin' at cords
Compete for a name, lyrical shots get lit
Don't question my intention when your butt gets kicked
Trying to see what I can't be seeing
I'll be here
(Teflon metallic syllaballic attacks)
Trying to see what I can't be seeing
I'll be here
(We'll haunt MC's with these lyrical back smacks)
(Go ahead, suit yourself)
Why
Why wait, I shouldn't have told you so
Why wait, I shouldn't have told you so
Why wait, I shouldn't have told you so
Why wait, I shouldn't have told you so (Why?)
Why wait, I shouldn't have told you so
Why wait, I shouldn't have told you so
Why wait, I shouldn't have told you so
Why wait, I shouldn't have told you so
Trying to see what I can't be seeing
I'll be here
(Teflon metallic syllaballic attacks)
Trying to see what I can't be seeing
I'll be here
(We'll haunt MC's with these lyrical back smacks)
Linkin Park's song "Fuse" features dense, intricate rhymes that portray the group's rebellious, anti-establishment streak. The song's opening lines set the tone for the rest of the lyrics, with a discussion of a fuse as a metaphor for explosive action. The group uses this imagery to convey their own creative and lyrical prowess, challenging other rappers to step up their game. Throughout the song, Linkin Park makes reference to comic book icons like Superman and He-Man, further underscoring their desire to embody strength and heroism through their music. The group's lyrics are characterized by their hard-hitting delivery and conscious wordplay, marking them as an innovative force within the rap and rock genres.
Line by Line Meaning
From the planet of Krypton
I am coming from a place of power, strength and invincibility
Insuring suit emcees you'll be ripped on (ripped on)
I guarantee you that I will tear down any weak and inferior rapper who dares to step up to me
You fell off and it's my lyric sheet you slipped on
You have failed and it is my skillful words and rhymes that you have unsuccessfully attempted to copy
Get gone, spit on mic's made in Hong Kong
Leave and never return, your low-quality equipment is not worthy of my talent
Rock on, sing songs, we're mightier than King Kong
We will continue to make amazing music and our power and status is greater than that of the legendary monster
Or Donkey Kong, you think you want me? Or want this?
Do not underestimate me or my abilities, and do not assume you can handle the power and intensity of my craft
You want some? Hold your reputation for ransom
If you want to challenge me, you will have to stake your entire reputation on the line
With these here, handsomely crafted tactics
Through my carefully honed and expertly crafted techniques, I am able to dominate any competition that may come my way
To break a snake emcee like a cheap prophylactic
I am able to dismantle any deceitful and treacherous rapper with ease, as though they were nothing more than a flimsy piece of rubber
Galactic, spaced-out gab that grabs attention
My otherworldly and captivating rhymes command the attention of all those who hear them
Crack-heads nodded like a past can't even mention
Even hardened drug users are blown away by my skills and have no words to describe what they hear
Ride on patch traps, gas tracks and sections
I navigate a variety of difficult and challenging obstacles and environments with my rhymes, all while maintaining my power and presence
Kid's ethnicity, witness protection
I respect the identities and backgrounds of others, and acknowledge that some may feel the need to protect themselves from the harsh realities of this world
Trying to see what I can't be seeing
I am working diligently to gain insight and understanding into things that may initially seem difficult or impossible to comprehend
I'll be here
I am committed to staying the course and remaining present in the moment, no matter what challenges may come my way
Yo, dig this, dig this
Pay attention, this is important
Yo, it's the junkyard crooked letter-C-I-EN-tific
I am the unconventional, yet brilliant, master of rhymes and rhythm, operating outside the mainstream skillset
Duck us, the ruckus I'll bring stings your eardrum
Do not avoid or ignore my music, as my sound will resonate with such intensity that it may cause literal pain to your ears
Hear one, 'la 'la let loose, find me fearsome
Listen to my rhymes, as they will strike deep fear into the hearts of those who oppose me
Opposing troops on my home front shall be gone
I will obliterate any and all competition that arises within my own domain, without hesitation or remorse
Testing the eight-hundred-eighteenth battalion
I am capable of battling and defeating even the most well-equipped and formidable of opponents
Shall I go on? Crews run like rebels
I am barely even getting started, and yet rival groups are already scrambling to retreat from my onslaught
Enola Gay rhymes kick the notch up a level in intensity
My powerful and explosive rhymes are like the infamous atomic bomb, taking the intensity of the situation to previously unimaginable levels
Send back attacks that you sent to me
I am able to expertly deflect and counter any aggressive or offensive rhymes that may come my way
Blow up your spot with grenades that were meant for me
I am skilled at subverting the intentions of those who would do me harm, turning their own weapons back against them with deadly accuracy
MP3 verses on R-33 emcees
My words and verses are of such high quality that even the most advanced and sophisticated technology cannot contain or replicate their power
Swiss cheese your gear putting shrapnel in the breeze
I am capable of destroying even the most well-fortified and heavily armored equipment with ease, leaving nothing but broken pieces in my wake
I lead emcees with enemy companies
I am able to outmaneuver and outsmart my opponents at every turn, always staying one step ahead of them
With my hand full of lyrics, talking 'bout 'you want these?'
I hold a virtually infinite arsenal of expertly crafted rhymes, each one possessing the power to crush my enemies and elevate my own status
Please, don't even speak the name of channels
There is no media or platform capable of containing the sheer energy and power of my words and music
And go low-gadget mic shit, put it down like pens
I refuse to stoop to the low-level tactics of others, instead opting to maintain my artistic integrity and produce works of true and lasting value
For my friends and my fam'
I am deeply committed to those who are closest to me, and will do anything to protect and uplift them in their times of need
Better dodge or I'll ram this mic shot through the back of an emcee's hand
I am capable of literally striking down those who dare to oppose or challenge me, leaving them with no choice but to retreat in shame and defeat
With the strength of He-Man
My power and might are unrivaled, allowing me to easily overcome any obstacle or adversary that may come my way
I'll bet you don't want that
I am so formidable and unstoppable that even the bravest and most foolish of foes will think twice before engaging me in battle
Close-bodies filled fields in hand-to-hand combat
My power and intensity are such that even the most closely-packed formations of enemies will be decimated by the sheer force of my blows
Battle cats, it's like the sectional speech
My skill at rhyming is so advanced and finely honed that it seems almost as though I am speaking another language, one that is only understood by a select few
Warfare words slashin' at cords
My words are like razors, cutting deeply into the psyche and soul of those who dare to oppose me
Compete for a name, lyrical shots get lit
We are in fierce competition for status and recognition, with each of us firing off aggressive and intense rhymes to try and gain the upper hand
Don't question my intention when your butt gets kicked
Do not doubt my abilities or intentions, as the consequences of doing so will be swift and painful
Trying to see what I can't be seeing
I am still working to uncover new truths and insights, to better understand the complexities of the world around me
I'll be here
I am committed to the long and difficult journey ahead, and will remain steadfast in the face of even the most daunting challenges
(Teflon metallic syllaballic attacks)
My rhymes are sharp and penetrating, cutting through the confusion and obfuscation to reveal the raw truth beneath
(We'll haunt MC's with these lyrical back smacks)
We will continue to dominate and terrorize our rivals, using the power of our words and music to strike fear into the hearts of all who oppose us
Contributed by Sydney I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@NicePasta
Lyrics
[Intro: Laura Olsher]
Of course, you know what a fuse is
It's a long piece of cord impregnated with gun powder
When you strike a match and light it
It burns, fitfully, spiraling to it's end
At which, there is a little surprise
[Verse 1: Mike Shinoda]
From the planet of Krypton
Ensuring super-emcees, you'll be ripped on
You fell off and it's my lyric sheet you slipped on
Get gone, spit on mics made in Hong Kong
Rock on, sing songs more mightier than King Kong
Or Donkey Kong
You think you want me or want this?
You want some? Hold your reputation for ransom
With these here, handsomely crafted tactics
To break a snake emcee like a cheap prophylactic
Galactic, spaced-out gabbing grabs attention
Got heads nodding like a Pez Candy convention
Briar patch raps gash tracks in sections
Kid says this and need witness protection
[Chorus 1: Mark Wakefield]
Trying to say what I can't be saying
I'll be here
Trying to say what I can't be saying
I'll be here
[Verse 2: Mike Shinoda]
Yo, dig this, dig this
Yo, it's the junkyard, crooked letter C-I-EN-tific
Duck us, the ruckus I'll bring stings your eardrum
Hear one line I let loose, find me fearsome
Opposing troops on my home front shall be gone
Testing the eight hundred-eighteenth battalion
Shall I go on? Crews run like rebels
Enola Gay rhymes kick the notch up a level in intensity
Send back attacks that you sent to me
Blow up your spot with grenades that were meant for me
Empty three verses on thirty-three emcees
Swiss cheese your gear, putting shrapnel in the breeze
Bleed emcees of enemy companies
With my hand full of lyrics, talking ‘bout, you want these?
Please, don’t even speak the name of Ken
On some go-go-Gadget mic shit
Put it down like pens for my friends and my fam
Better Dodge, or I’ll Ram
This mic shaft through the back of an emcee’s hand
With the strength of He-Man, a Cringer don’t want that
Close-bodies fill fields in hand-to-hand combat
Battle cats in cypher sessions of speech
Warfare of words flashing that cordless heat
Compete for an edge, lyrical shots get lit
Don’t question my intention when your bucket gets kicked
[Chorus 1: Mark Wakefield]
; Trying to say what I can't be saying
I'll be here (Teflon metallic, syllaballic attacks)
Trying to say what I can't be saying
I'll be here (Haunt emcees with these lyrical back smacks)
[Bridge: Mark Wakefield]
Should've told you so
Why wait? I shouldn't have told you so
Why wait? I shouldn't have told you so
Why wait? I shouldn't have told you so
Why wait? I shouldn't have told you so
Why wait? I shouldn't have told you so
Why wait? I shouldn't have told you so
Why wait? I shouldn't have told you so
Why wait? I shouldn't have told you so
[Chorus 2: Mark Wakefield & Mike Shinoda]
Trying to say what I can't be saying
I'll be here (Teflon metallic, syllaballic attacks)
Trying to say what I can't be saying
I'll be here (Haunt emcees with these lyrical back smacks)
@rram992
This is a perfect example as to how harsh the music industry can be. Same with every LPU that exists. WMG really fucked these guys up to get them where they’re at now.
@Lou-yf1jo
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@rram992
@@Lou-yf1joMultiple record labels, including WMG(on three occasions) rejected their music before they became what they are today. Hell, they even wanted Chester to fire Mike in order to focus on the “rock sound”. Had they done that, they wouldn’t be relevant today.
@yaboivinny5843
It sounds creepy but that’s what makes it so good
@darkvinnie3421
I love it now.
@juancastro3409
the bad quality makes it creepy
@goobersquad6008
Swagexpert that’s why it’s so good
@rarityclarity3724
Aiden Commandeur It will be in October 😉
@rarityclarity3724
@Liam Noble Lmao how wrong I was. I shouldn’t have expected it, given that it contains a Disney sample
@beartrap3400
This instrumental is kind of badass