What makes Lying from You by Linkin Park notable?

'Lying from You' contributed to the continued commercial success of 'Meteora', which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and sold over seven million copies in the United States alone. The album received critical acclaim for its production quality and lyrical depth, further establishing Linkin Park as pioneers in the nu-metal genre. Released as part of Linkin Park's second album, 'Meteora', 'Lying from You' came out during their rapid rise to fame following the massive success of their debut, 'Hybrid Theory'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their unique sound, blending nu-metal with various genres to create a mainstream appeal that resonated with a wide audience.

How many songs are on Lying from You?

Lying from You has 1 track, running approximately 2 minutes.

Lying from You

Linkin Park · 2004

2 min · 1 track · alternative rock

A raw fusion of electronic elements and aggressive guitar riffs, encapsulating the emotional turbulence of its era.

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Lying from You — This title track captures the essence of internal struggle through its juxtaposition of melodic choruses and aggressive verses, highlighting the band's signature sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The song combines strong dynamics and layered instrumentation, making it memorable within its genre.

What we noticed

The track features a dynamic contrast between verses that are delivered in a subdued, almost whispered tone and a powerful, anthemic chorus.
The instrumentation builds gradually, layering guitars and drums to create a climactic effect by the chorus.
There is a recurring motif of tension and release throughout the song, with quiet sections leading into explosive moments.

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: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

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: Breakthrough — This single is from 'Meteora', which solidified Linkin Park's mainstream success.
Themes: internal conflict· fame-induced pressure· emotional turbulence
Career context: Released as part of Linkin Park's second album, 'Meteora', 'Lying from You' came out during their rapid rise to fame following the massive success of their debut, 'Hybrid Theory'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their unique sound, blending nu-metal with various genres to create a mainstream appeal that resonated with a wide audience.
Stylistic neighbors: Breaking Benjamin· Three Days Grace· Evanescence