Waiting for the End

Linkin Park

About Waiting for the End

"Waiting for the End" is a song by American rock band Linkin Park, released on October 1, 2010. It is the second single and eighth track from their fourth studio album, A Thousand Suns, which was released on September 14, 2010. A music video for the single, directed by Joe Hahn, was released on October 8, 2010 on MTV. It received mostly positive reviews from professional critics and was a huge success. "Waiting for the End", along with five other songs from A Thousand Suns, is featured in the "Linkin Park Track Pack" as downloadable content for the rhythm video game Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock. The track pack was released on October 19, 2010. It was also released as one of six Linkin Park songs released in a pack for Rock Band 3 on January 11, 2011, though it was the only track from A Thousand Suns to be included in that pack. 


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This is not the end
This is not the beginning
Just a voice like a riot
Rocking every revision
But you listen to the tone
And the violent rhythm
And though the words sound steady
Something empty's within 'em

We say "Yeah!"
With fists flying up in the air
Like we're holding onto something
That's invisible there
'Cause we're living at the mercy of
The pain and the fear
Until we get, forget it
Let it all disappear

Waiting for the end to come
Wishing I had strength to stand
This is not what I had planned
It's out of my control

Flying at the speed of light
Thoughts we're spinning in my head
So many things were left unsaid
It's hard to let you go

(Oh) I know what it takes to move on
I know how it feels to lie
All I wanna do
Is trade this life for something new
Holding on to what I haven't got

Sitting in an empty room
Trying to forget the past
This was never meant to last
I wish it wasn't so

(Oh) I know what it takes to move on

I know how it feels to lie
All I wanna do
Is trade this life for something new
Holding on to what I haven't got

Yeah, yeah
What was left when that fire was gone?
I thought it felt right but that right was wrong
All caught up in the eye of the storm
And trying to figure out what it's like moving on
And I don't even know what kind of things I've said
My mouth kept moving and my mind went dead
So, picking up the pieces, now where to begin?
The hardest part of ending is starting again!

All I wanna do
Is trade this life for something new
Holding on to what I haven't got

This is not the end
This is not the beginning
Just a voice like a riot
Rocking every revision
But you listen to the tone
And the violent rhythm
Though the words sound steady
Something empty's within 'em
(Holding on to what I haven't got)

We say "Yeah!"
With fists flying up in the air
Like we're holding onto something
That's invisible there
'Cause we're living at the mercy of
The pain and the fear
Until we get it, forget it
Let it all disappear
(Holding on to what I haven't got!)

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Linkin Park

Linkin Park is an American rock band from Agoura Hills, California. Formed in 1996, the band rose to international fame with their debut album Hybrid Theory, which was certified Diamond by the RIAA in 2005 and multi-platinum in several other countries. Their following studio album Meteora, continued the band's success, topping the Billboard 200 album chart in 2003, and was followed by extensive touring and charity work around the world. 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 chart. The band was recently voted as the greatest band of 2000's in a the Bracket Madness poll on VH1. more »

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Written by: Brad Delson, Chester Charles Bennington, Dave Farrell, Joseph Hahn, Mike Shinoda, Robert G. Bourdon

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11 facts about this song

Year of Release
"Waiting for the End" was released in 2010 as the second single off Linkin Park's fourth studio album, "A Thousand Suns."
Music Genre
The song falls into a combination of several genres, including alternative rock, electronic rock, and rap rock.
Blend of Music Styles
Unique among Linkin Park's discography, "Waiting for the End" combines elements of both reggae and electronic music, showcasing the band's versatility.
Chart Success
The song was a commercial success, peaking at number 1 on both the UK Rock Chart and the US Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
Lyrics Significance
The lyrics depict a person arguing with himself, facing the bitter truth of an ending relationship, showcasing the band's strength in delivering emotionally charged messages through music.
Critical Acclaim
The song received widespread critical praise, with many highlighting its departure from the band's traditional nu metal sound in favor of a more experimental, electronic-infused sound overall.
Mike Shinoda’s Vocal
The song stands out due to Mike Shinoda, co-founder of the band, singing verses, instead of his usual rapping.
Chester Bennington's Vocal Range
Chester, with his distinct voice, performs the chorus and bridge in the song showcasing his ability to hit high notes comfortably.
Music Video
The song's music video was directed by Joe Hahn, Linkin Park's DJ. The video reflects the song's lyrics with images of decay and rebirth with the band performing amid swirling cosmic images.
Live Performances
The song became a staple in Linkin Park's live performances after its release, often featured as part of the band's encore.
Legacy
"Waiting for the End" has been recognized as one of the pivotal songs in Linkin Park's career, marking a significant shift in their musical direction.

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