What makes Until It's Gone by Linkin Park notable?

The song gained significant airplay, contributing to Linkin Park's sustained presence in the rock charts. It also became a notable track from their 'The Hunting Party' album, which was praised for its return to heavier sounds reminiscent of their earlier work, thus re-engaging long-time fans while attracting new listeners. Released on May 6, 2014, 'Until It's Gone' came during Linkin Park's transition into a more electronic sound following the divisive reception of their 2012 album 'Living Things'. This track marked an evolution in their style as they began to further explore themes of loss and regret, showcasing their willingness to adapt musically while retaining their core identity.

How many songs are on Until It's Gone?

Until It's Gone has 2 tracks, running approximately 9 minutes.

Until It's Gone

Linkin Park · 2014

9 min · 2 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of introspective lyrics and electronic rock soundscapes that echo both melancholy and resilience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Until It’s Gone — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of regret and reflection, featuring a haunting blend of electronic elements with heartfelt lyrics that resonate with listeners navigating loss.
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Guilty All the Same — With its aggressive instrumentation and powerful vocal delivery, this track stands out as a critique of societal issues, showcasing the band's ability to fuse hard rock with thought-provoking commentary.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The track showcases Linkin Park's evolving sound with solid production but lacks the depth for lasting appeal.

What we noticed

The track features a steady, mid-tempo beat with layered electronic elements that create a dense soundscape.
Vocals alternate between a melodic chorus and more spoken verses, emphasizing the introspective lyrics.
The song builds dynamically, starting with a subdued introduction and gradually layering instrumentation to a climactic finish.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 notable single that reflects the band's evolving sound without being a primary album.
Themes: raw energy revival· collaborative hip-hop fusion
Career context: Released on May 6, 2014, 'Until It's Gone' came during Linkin Park's transition into a more electronic sound following the divisive reception of their 2012 album 'Living Things'. This track marked an evolution in their style as they began to further explore themes of loss and regret, showcasing their willingness to adapt musically while retaining their core identity.
Stylistic neighbors: Breaking Benjamin· Three Days Grace· Evanescence