What makes Bleed It Out by Linkin Park notable?

'Bleed It Out' became a defining track for Linkin Park, reaching the top of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and earning critical acclaim for its energetic delivery. Its inclusion in multiple media outlets and video games further cemented the band's influence in pop culture during this period. Released as part of the 'Minutes to Midnight' era, 'Bleed It Out' showcases Linkin Park's transition from their nu-metal roots to a more diverse sound palette. This single followed the commercial success of 'What I've Done', which had already solidified their place in the rock landscape after a brief hiatus.

How many songs are on Bleed It Out?

Bleed It Out has 3 tracks, running approximately 9 minutes.

Bleed It Out

Linkin Park · 2007

9 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock

An electrifying fusion of rap and rock, pulsating with urgency and a relentless energy that defines its anthemic spirit.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Bleed It Out — This title track captures the album's energetic essence with its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus, becoming one of the band's most recognized anthems.
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What I've Done (Distorted remix) — This remix reinterprets a major hit from the previous album, melding electronic elements with rock, showcasing Linkin Park's versatility in sound.
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Given Up (Third Encore session) — The raw intensity of this live session encapsulates the band's ability to convey emotional depth while maintaining their signature sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

54 /100

Foothills

Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

The single's energetic delivery and structural choices make it a notable entry in Linkin Park's catalog.

What we noticed

The main track features a call-and-response structure between the verses and the chorus, enhancing its anthemic quality.
The song employs a driving beat with rapid-fire verses that contrast with a more melodic and singable chorus.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Defined Linkin Park's shift to a broader sound, gaining significant commercial success.
Themes: commercial success· nu-metal evolution· raw emotional intensity
Career context: Released as part of the 'Minutes to Midnight' era, 'Bleed It Out' showcases Linkin Park's transition from their nu-metal roots to a more diverse sound palette. This single followed the commercial success of 'What I've Done', which had already solidified their place in the rock landscape after a brief hiatus.
Stylistic neighbors: Breaking Benjamin· Three Days Grace· Evanescence