Heavy
Kiiara, Linkin Park
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I don't like my mind right now Stacking up problems that are so unnecessary Wish that I could slow things down I wanna let go but there's comfort in the panic And I drive myself crazy Thinking everything's about me Yeah, I drive myself crazy 'Cause I can’t escape the gravity I'm holding on Why is everything so heavy? Holding on So much more than I can carry I keep dragging around what's bringing me down If I just let go, I'd be set free Holding on Why is everything so heavy? You say that I'm paranoid But I'm pretty sure the world is out to get me It's not like I make the choice To let my mind stay so fucking messy I know I'm not the center of the universe But you keep spinning 'round me just the same I know I'm not the center of the universe But you keep spinning 'round me just the same I'm holding on Why is everything so heavy? Holding on So much more than I can carry I keep dragging around what's bringing me down If I just let go, I'd be set free Holding on Why is everything so heavy? I know I'm not the center of the universe But you keep spinning 'round me just the same I know I'm not the center of the universe But you keep spinning 'round me just the same And I drive myself crazy Thinking everything’s about me Holding on Why is everything so heavy? Holding on So much more than I can carry I keep dragging around what's bringing me down If I just let go, I'd be set free Holding on Why is everything so heavy? Why is everything so heavy? Why is everything so heavy?
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Written by: Brad Delson, Chester Bennington, Julia Michaels, Justin Tranter, Mike Shinoda, Dave Farrell, Joseph Hahn, Robert G. Bourdon
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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13 facts about this song
Track Composition'Heavy' is a song by American rock band Linkin Park, featuring guest vocals from American singer-songwriter Kiiara.
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Album InclusionThe song is from Linkin Park's seventh studio album, "One More Light," which was released in May 2017.
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Genre Transition'Heavy' highlighted the band's shift from their traditional nu metal and alternative rock sound to a more pop-centric approach.
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Music ReleaseIt was the first single from the album and was released digitally on February 16, 2017.
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Lyric ThemeThe lyrics of 'Heavy' deal with the theme of emotional burden and mental health, with the chorus repeating, "I'm holding on. Why is everything so heavy?"
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Guest Artist'Heavy' was the first Linkin Park single ever to feature a female vocalist, with Kiiara lending her voice.
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Musical CollaborationThe song was written by Linkin Park members themselves along with Julia Michaels and Justin Tranter, renowned American songwriters.
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Official VideoThe official music video, released in March 2017, dramatizes a therapy session and has more than 200 million views on YouTube.
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ReceptionThe song garnered mixed reviews from critics. Some welcomed the band's change of style, while others described it as a far cry from their original sound.
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Chart PerformanceDespite mixed reviews, 'Heavy' performed relatively well on charts, peaking at No. 45 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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SignificanceThe song has garnered additional attention following the tragic suicide of Linkin Park's lead vocalist, Chester Bennington, as lyrics are viewed as a poignant reflection of his personal struggles.
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Live PerformancesThe song was performed live for the first time on Facebook Live, in February 2017.
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AccoladeThe song received a nomination for "Best Rock Video" at the 2017 MTV Video Music Awards.
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