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Who sang Papercut?

Linkin Park released the song Papercut. Date of release: 2001.

Release date: 2001

Duration: 03:5

The story of the song ' Papercut '

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What is Papercut about?

🎶 Papercut song analysis

The protagonist feels overwhelmed and paranoid, as if there is a voice in his head pointing out his mistakes and watching him. He compares this feeling to having a face inside him that is with him all the time, watching his actions and feeling his pain. The chorus emphasizes this idea, repeating the phrase "It's like the face inside is right beneath my skin." Ultimately, the song is about the protagonist's inner struggles and his recognition that he is not alone in feeling overwhelmed.

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Linkin Park - Short Biography

Linkin Park is a multi-platinum, Grammy-winning American nu-metal band formed in 1996. The band was originally formed by high school friends Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, and Rob Bourdon and later joined by Joe Hahn, Dave 'Phoenix' Farrell, and Mark Wakefield. After struggling to secure a record deal and a change in vocalist (Chester Bennington), the band finally signed with Warner Bros. in 1999. Their debut album, Hybrid Theory, was released in 2000 and became one of the highest-selling albums of 2001, with over 4.8 million copies sold in its first year and nominations for three Grammy Awards, including a win for Best Hard Rock Performance. Over the years, Linkin Park has released numerous albums and toured extensively, performing at high-profile events and collaborating with artists such as Jay-Z, Depeche Mode, and Metallica.
The band went on hiatus after the death of lead singer Chester Bennington in 2017.

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"Papercut" is a song by the American rock band Linkin Park. It was released in 2000 as the third international single from the band's debut album, Hybrid Theory. The song charted in the UK, reaching #14, and stayed on the chart for 6 weeks. It also reached #32 on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart. In 2017, it was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America for reaching 500,000 digital sales.

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