Industry Jun 14, 2026

Linkin Park's "In The End" Almost Didn't Make the Cut

Chester Bennington was a little on the fence as to whether Linkin Park’s most enduring track was strong enough to be on their debut

Originally published by MusicRadar
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Linkin Park's "In The End" Almost Didn't Make the Cut
Linkin Park's biggest song, "In The End," which has achieved billions of streams, faced internal doubt regarding its inclusion on their debut album. Chester Bennington, a member of the band, was reportedly uncertain about the track's strength.

Despite initial reservations, the song went on to become their most successful and enduring hit, a testament to its eventual positive reception. Originally reported by MusicRadar.

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