I don't think he is aware of his death. He commited suicide 3 yrs ago. My opinion all Linkin Park song were a clue of what he was going through.#RIPCHESTER.
Should check out Mike Shinoda’s album Post Traumatic - Over Again (member of Linkin Park, album first half is his grief second half is how he will move forward) Also, Linkin Park One More Light - powerful message especially for those of us who lost multiple people we were close to to suicide
Just a little detail, this song was *mostly* written by Mike. The hook was probably by Chaz. Most of the songs that people call "cry for help" are written by Mike and Dave just like most of their stuff. But it feels so relatable to Chester after 20/07/2017 :(
Listening to this song breaks my heart knowing that Chester actually did give up. This song was a cry for help, and it's sad that no one was able to help him. He's missed by so many. No one could ever replace him or his voice. 😞 RIP Chester 🖤
Yeah man, Chester struggled with depression for a long ass time, He also struggled with drug addiction. Yet Chester had one of the biggest hearts out there. Seems like even in 2020 people don't fully understand how emotion can be best expressed through music. I don't know for certain and I'm sure someone can correct me on this, as much as I love Linkin Park and grew up with them I never really got into the nitty gritty of his suicide or 'suicide' depending on who you ask. I feel music was a way Chester was not only making people more aware that these feelings are serious and shouldn't be ignored or frowned upon, but also a way he could just express his own feelings and dare I say maybe asking for help (maybe not).. Not only that but also giving youth and adults alike that may also be suicidal a way to connect and understand that there are many others in the world struggling as well. That they are not alone. Most of Linkin Parks songs cover pretty heavy subjects and it may not always be the most evident but there is a lot of emotion and heart put into every song. It's why they have such a strong community, it's real music.
It's really hard for me to watch the live aol set without tearing up. He's just pleading :( and how he says he's suffocating and what he did. It hurts a lot to think about
This song was chester's cry for help. Such a powerful song. R I P Chester Depression sucks Another linkin park song you should listen to is hands held high .
John Benton I don’t think they are cries for help he was open about everything I’m sure he could easily ask for help and he also got help but it wasn’t enough
@@svmuscle7677 You yourself need to come out of depression etc help isn't bad yes but if u can't let go from the past yourself, it will evantually come to quality in life issues or evantually suicide
This was the music that helped keep me from giving up through anxiety and depression in middle school. Turning LP on full blast with my bros and rocking out kept me here. Chester saved so many even though he couldn't save himself, may he rest in peace.
Rest In Peace Chester he sang like an angel... screams like a demon and died as a legend... Thats why we want you to react to Linkin Park :) love your vids broo
It’s the honesty and the transparency of the lyrics, paired with the incredible talent and musical performance. LINKIN PARK weren’t afraid to talk about their struggles, and put them out there so that other people who were struggling could know that they weren’t alone. This band will always hold a very special place in my heart. 🖤🤘🏼🤘🏼
As someone who cried when he died because of how much their music resonated with me and it's such a huge loss, I have to agree with everything you said. Their music got me through so much shit from the earlier years and even through now they've always had that ability to pull on those strings and make me think it's gonna be better. The hardest part, besides him being gone to some of those same struggles, is that there isn't anything new to come. There was always that looking forward mentality and it ended so abruptly. RIP Chester.
If you hear anything, hear this. You may not feel like "giving up" but MANY of us are struggling with this feeling. This song speaks to us for many reasons. Whether it be how hard core it is, how long he can hold that note, being a Linkin Park fan, the beat, whatever. But many can relate to the lyrics. A lot. Not to mention, as everyone keeps saying, Chester took his life so this song REALLY hits a cord with that reality. Once you can truly empathize with what he and others are feeling, I have a feeling this song, and others, will be 10 times more powerful to you. This was in no way an attack. I adore you. Just feelings from one person to another.
i got to see LP live back in 2007 or 08, they did this song. When Chester did the scream,the entire concert venue went silent,once he stopped,well you can imagine the mosh pits that erupted.
You were great in the reaction. Yes this song is very relatable to many with depression. I love Linkin Park so much. Chester's voice and his lyrics hit home man.
I can't speak for anyone else but I love this song because when it first came out I was a depressed teenager who didn't think anyone else felt the way I did. Hearing him not only sing but SCREAM my thoughts helped me feel less alone and actually helped fight the negative feelings, because instead of trying to keep a positive mental attitude and push those feelings down it helped release that negative energy and process it a bit :) of course I didn't understand that at the time and didn't actually get diagnosed with depression until I was 29... but looking back at it Linkin Park helped me survive some tough teenage years!
Whenever i listen to LP songs i now realise that how Chester was always giving hints and clues about his condition.... It was like a cry for help via his songs 💔 I still can't get over his death 😭😭
I've loved LP since day one! I feel related to their songs, lyrically, musically, everything. I deal w/mental health myself, and it devastated me when Chester died... I know all those feelings and what they can do to u... I still listen to LP everyday and it's 2022...
Because there are times when you cant keep that positivity so when you're lost in the darkness, Although not positive, is a way to release those bad vibes and thoughts.
That scream gives me goosebumps every time man. Amazing. In my opinion painful songs are the most beautiful. It’s kind of comforting for those going through the same shit, so even though the subject matter is negative, it brings some positivity just knowing you’re not alone. RIP Chester
This song, and Linkin Park's music overall, has gotten me through some really rough places mentally and emotionally. It helps to get those negative feelings out.
Chester: writes Given Up Everyone: this song is sick, I love that scream, I relate Chester: kills himself Everyone:😮 Rip man, sometimes people just can't get past it.
Linkin Park - One Step Closer Linkin Park - Nobody's Listening Loving the linkin park reactions man, RIP Chester Bennington keep them coming, Can't wait till we're on One More Light album music!
@@eternity68 imho he wasn't paying attention or realize that was a single scream, I have shown this song a lot of people that are not fan of rock music, first time they don't notice it, when I point it out and they try second time their jaws drop right away
i just recently found u and i have to say that ur reactions are honest and always fun to watch. I dont know if anybody else said that but the singer had depression and actually made the song come true and died 4 years ago (he commited suicide by hanging) and this song always make me cry, words cant describe how big of a talent he was and what he meant to my childhood RIP CHESTER!!!
I have always viewed this type of music as a way to overcome feelings of entrapment to express them, and put word to negative emotions running through. So that we don’t just bottle things inside.🧐🤓😎
It may be a dark song, but it's a great look into Chester's head. The feeling of wanting to give up may not be a positive message, but you gotta acknowledge that's the way it had to be to rightly express the emotions. I don't think you took this seriously enough.
Literally in tears right now... haven’t heard this song in time for real so appropriate and hard hitting... and that’s before I even think about the fact Chester did really mean what he was saying in this song... such a great song brings me back to my teenage years... if anybody is going through tough stuff right now then I urge you to speak to somebody soon!! It helps I PROMISE!! Just speaking the words that are hardest to say makes it weigh less heavy on your mind and soul... we are never truly on our own so long as we are willing to ask for help... keep up the good work man... 👍
I've replayed this song probably 10 times today. Helps me relieve my anger and depression. Rip to chester. Thanks fir the great music thst keeps me from checking out eariy man.
Legendary vocals in this song. Chester had a severe battle with depression that very unfortunately and ultimately led to his passing. RIP to an amazing writer singer and human being
Tried getting him to listen to this for like a few months. Was really hoping he'd see the live version to see that epic scream done by Chester. Such a great performance with so much energy
Hey man, If you have clinical depression. "Just having that power in your head" Doesn't hold water. Not hating on your mindset, but depression isn't fixed by "just not being sad", I understand when you say "you can't get caught up in that shit" But people DO get caught up in that. It's the taboo around being depressed and the inabillity to talk about it that makes people eventually kill themselves. I've been living with depression for years, and even though I've learned to "live with it" every day is a new battle. Talking and singing and writing about these things is an outlet, and many people recognise their situation in songs lke these, helping them cope! Chester had hella demons, and they did win in the end. His suicide adds so much weight to this track and lyrics.
I think I speak for alot of people when I say that it was good knowing you weren't the only one feeling like that. Support for depression is so hard to find, you either get "what do you have to be depressed about" or "just sort yourself out" so it was nice to be able to express your feelings within music by listening and actually understanding how the singer felt. But it is as you say, you need to strengthen your own mind. We all have the capacity to be and do amazing things. Stay strong, stay safe and try to be happy within yourself, the rest will follow!
Listening to this song, for me is such a breath stealing emotional experience (well that can be said for most of their songs but that’s besides the point). It really knocks the wind out of me as someone who’s been in that position. The scream is so visceral, it comes from such a dark, dark place and I’m crying right now as I’m writing this because I’ve known how it feels to want to scream like that. Rest In Peace, Chester. We miss you, we love you, and we appreciate tour music more than you could ever know. ❤️
Apart from the rhythm/beat/energy of this song; and the scream, this song took away the loneliness i felt. I finally felt like there was someone else who felt just as i did, That is why I love this song (I turned 17 the day the album came out)
