Burning In the Skies

Linkin Park

About Burning In the Skies

"Burning in the Skies" is a song by American rock band Linkin Park. It was announced as the band's third single from their fourth studio album A Thousand Suns on January 20, 2011, and it was released on March 21. A music video for the single was directed by Joe Hahn, Linkin Park's turntablist. It was released in the United States to the Nielsen BDS adult contemporary indicator chart by February 2011, although it was clarified by vocalist Mike Shinoda that it is an international-only single, hence not charting in any Billboard charts. "Burning in the Skies" (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. 


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2010
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I use the dead wood to make the fire rise
The blood of innocence burning in the skies
I filled my cup with the rising of the sea
And poured it out in an ocean of debris

Ooh, I'm swimming in the smoke
Of bridges I have burned
So don't apologize
I'm losing what I don't deserve
What I don't deserve

We held our breathe when the clouds began to form
But you were lost in the beating of the storm
But in the end we were made to be apart
In separate chambers of the human heart

Ooh, I'm swimming in the smoke
Of bridges I have burned
So don't apologize
I'm losing what I don't deserve
It's in the blackened bones
Of bridges I have burned
So don't apologize
I'm losing what I don't deserve
What I don't deserve

I'm swimming in the smoke
Of bridges I have burned
So don't apologize
I'm losing what I don't deserve
The blame is mine alone
For bridges I have burned
So don't apologize
I'm losing what I don't deserve
What I don't deserve
What I don't deserve, ooh woah
What I don't deserve

I use the dead wood to make the fire rise
The blood of innocence burning in the skies

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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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10 facts about this song

Song Title and Album
"Burning In the Skies" is the third single from Linkin Park's fourth studio album, "A Thousand Suns."
Musical Genre
The song is known for its departure from the band's alternative rock and nu metal roots, leaning towards electronic rock and ambient music.
Release Date
"Burning in the Skies" was released on January 21, 2011.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 35 in the Billboard Rock chart in the United States.
Lyric Themes
The lyrics of "Burning in the Skies" contain apocalyptic themes, reflecting regret, loss, and the end of the world, akin to the overall concept of "A Thousand Suns" album.
Critic Reception
Despite some fans' initial hesitation due to its departure from Linkin Park's original sound, many music critics cited the song as one of the highlights of the album, appreciating the band's willingness to experiment with their music.
Music Video
Directed by Joe Hahn, Linkin Park's band member, the song's music video is rather somber, displaying various individuals confronting their ultimate moments before a city is destroyed.
Collaborative Composition
Just like the rest of Linkin Park's music, "Burning in the Skies" was written collectively by all six members of the band.
Live Performances
Despite it being a single, "Burning in the Skies" didn't make a regular appearance in the band's set lists for live performances due to its less dynamic nature compared to the band's other songs.
Unique Identity
The song is characterized by its atmospheric texture, stripped-down instrumentals, and Chester Bennington's emotive vocals, making it one of Linkin Park's more unique pieces.

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