Image: Linkin Park - "Castle of Glass" - Official Music Video [YouTube]
Linkin Park has done more than just make music over their 28-year career – they've told stories that have guided us through our ups and downs. Their videos are not only visually stunning but also capture emotional moments that many of us have experienced. Here are the 10 music videos that truly hit home.
1. Castle Of Glass
"Castle Of Glass" powerfully shows how fragile life can be – like a castle made of glass that can shatter at any moment due to tragic events. In the video, you see a boy who loses his father in the war, goes through the process of growing up, and overcomes his pain. The circle closes when he, as an adult, has to deliver the same heartbreaking news to another child.
2. Numb
The feeling of not living up to others' expectations is at the heart of "Numb." The video depicts a young student who dreams of being an artist. However, her mother doesn’t understand her dream and keeps putting pressure on her. It's a situation that many of us can relate to.
3. The Emptiness Machine
"The Emptiness Machine" can be seen as a continuation of "Numb." The song revolves around the desire to be part of something bigger but still feeling left out. At the beginning of the video, you see the band members immersed in seemingly pointless activities. As the song progresses, they come together on stage to make music.
4. Crawling
"Crawling" goes deep, dealing with the invisible wounds that life can leave behind. The music video shows a girl struggling with her inner demons and self-doubts. The dark imagery underscores the emotional intensity of the song.
5. In The End
"In The End" speaks to everyone who knows the feeling of not moving forward despite great effort. The video portrays surreal landscapes that symbolize the harshness and unpredictability of life. The line "I tried so hard and got so far, but in the end, it doesn't even matter" perfectly captures this sentiment.
6. Breaking The Habit
"Breaking the Habit" stands out through its unique animation style. It depicts the inner struggle and the desire to break free from a painful cycle. The animated Chester Bennington moves through a dark world filled with conflict and eventually breaks free from self-destructive thoughts.
7. One Step Closer
"One Step Closer" captures the feeling of being on the verge of an outburst. The video conveys a suffocating, dark atmosphere that embodies the anger and frustration of feeling constantly misunderstood. The raw energy of the song highlights what it's like to be under immense pressure.
8. Papercut
"Papercut" perfectly captures inner chaos and the battle against one’s own thoughts. The intense visual effects in the video mirror insecurity and internal pressure. It conveys the message that you’re not alone in fighting your own demons.
9. Burn It Down
"Burn It Down" is about the process of change. Sometimes you have to burn everything down to make room for something new. In the video, the band performs in a futuristic setting, surrounded by lights and flames – a powerful image of the desire to leave the past behind.
10. Final Masquerade
Lastly, "Final Masquerade" is one of Linkin Park's most emotional ballads. The video deals with loss and farewell, showing the masks we wear in life and the moments when we let them fall. It’s a reminder that it's okay not to always be strong and that everyone has their own battles to fight.
