Given Up
Linkin Park · 2008
3 min · 1 track · alternative rock
A raw explosion of angst-driven energy that melds aggressive guitar riffs with electronic elements and emotionally charged vocals.
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Given Up — The track exemplifies the band's blend of heavy metal instrumentation with emotionally laden lyrics, capturing feelings of hopelessness while showcasing Chester Bennington's powerful vocal range.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single combines raw energy with emotional depth, making it a notable entry in Linkin Park's catalog.
What we noticed
- The track features a consistent tempo throughout, driven by aggressive guitar riffs and electronic elements that create a dense soundscape.
- Chester Bennington's vocal delivery alternates between melodic lines and intense screams, emphasizing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The song employs a repetitive structure with verses leading into a powerful chorus, reinforcing its themes of despair.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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Known within its scene. 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
- Deep Cut — A solid single that showcases the band's sound but isn't a standout entry point.
- Themes
- emotional turmoil· despair in suburbia
- Career context
- In 2008, Linkin Park was navigating the aftermath of their commercially successful album, 'Minutes to Midnight' (2007). 'Given Up' served as a standout track from their third studio album, 'Minutes to Midnight', which marked a shift towards more personal and introspective themes. This release came during a period where the band was redefining their sound while still appealing to a wide audience following their earlier nu-metal roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Breaking Benjamin· Three Days Grace· Evanescence
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Given Up 3:09
If this landed
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Nine Inch Nails
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Sempiternal
Bring Me the Horizon
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Songs of Faith and Devotion
Depeche Mode
Merges dark themes with electronic soundscapes, reflecting struggles with despair and emotional complexity.
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