Vocal ANALYSIS of Chester Bennington singing "Given Up" Live

[@yasmindominguez8223]

It's not a character, it's HIM. That's the sad part. His suicide shocked everyone, but he'd been telling us how he'd been feeling from the very beginning. Those emotions were 100% real and 100% his. He didn't need to act anything out, and that's what makes listening to his music that much more gut wrenching now that he's gone. It wasn't acting, it was catharsis.

[@KuhKronus]

He was crying for help in front of thousands of people

[@justinbanks2380]

@@KuhKronus and all that made and makes his death so much harder. Is there anyone who could've done anything?

[@The_Krobus]

@@justinbanks2380 I think it's hard, the problem wasn't one thing but thousands of things, he went through a lot of shit, in this kind of case there's nothing to do.

[@The_Krobus]

I don't really know her channel, I got here by parachute, and I don't know if she knows the real story behind the band and chester's life, I know that she tried to do a good job, and that she was just judging her voice and this kind of thing, but it sounds too "shallow", calling it a character

[@KuhKronus]

@@The_Krobus at the end of the day he’s on stage to entertain people and put on a show, and that involves being in character to a degree. She’s not calling him fake.

[@az3412]

The live cover Chester did of Rolling in the Deep with only Mike behind him on piano is amazing. He poured his heart into everything.

[@TheBananaquack]

I think he did better than the original

[@alexandrbarvin1525]

Yeah! This is the one of the best covers I've ever heard

[@DixonsCider]

@@TheBananaquack well yes. Adele fucking sucks, duh. Chester had mad chops.

[@les2730]

Agreed. His cover of Adele was phenomenal and the audience feels it to.

[@maxhowlett9661]

@@DixonsCider You gotta be tripping if you think adele sucks.

[@trevorwilm1614]

Ever since Chester passed no song sounds the same as it used to. Every single song he wrote was a cry for help while the songs he wrote were salvation for many of us. As I saw in another comment, "1 man saved millions, but millions couldn't save 1 man. RIP Chester..

[@kemalkara7343]

Someday when I'm 70, I'll still be listening to Chester, that man lives in my mind forever... RIP Chester.. Din, dil, ırk farketmez seni sevmek için. Özlendin.

[@Fynnegan91]

I'm heartbroken to read that, but I think Chester definitely wanted us to move on with our lives plus to make a better of it!

[@Akuma-ti7wi]

Well no shit

[@salkjshaweoiuenvohvr]

The comment that stuck with me forever about his passing was "He screamed the loudest, but we never really heard him."

[@Sogehx]

sorry ma boy, but chester did not commit suicide, u know why they kill him

[@baffledsquirrel2122]

Songs like this hit so much harder because it wasn’t an act he was singing about his feelings … rest in paradise Chester

[@Soundofthesun89]

You mean Mike Shinoda's feelings?

[@aviciitributes]

@@Soundofthesun89 He literally wrote this song??

[@shakavibes1]

@@Soundofthesun89 Chester wrote it

[@stringsdiezel]

@@shakavibes1 if you research this song, Mike Shinoda wrote the majority of its lyrics (as was the case for most of Linkin Park's discography). There are absolutely LP songs where the themes or jumping off point came from conversations Mike and Chester had about Chester's experiences, but Mike is the primary songwriter for most of their material (music, arrangement, production and lyrics). Generally was inspired by something in Chester's life it was still Mike who would write most of the song, show it to Chester, and then they'd collaborate on finishing them or sometimes adjusting them to better fit. A lot of fans assume that each member of a band writes the part that they perform on the recording or live, but that isn't a given. A lot of the guitar parts in LP were also written (and sometimes performed on the records) by Mike as well. Chester did bring the feeling to those lyrics that we all connected with, but it's not necessarily the case that he wrote the lyrics that people are now associating with his life due to his unfortunate passing.

[@ivanoliver9532]

​@@stringsdiezel Nope, this was written by Chester.

[@clonexx]

The thing is, with Chester, it’s not a character, it’s actually him. When he hits himself in the head, it’s not an act…it’s how he actually feels. It’s the reason he’s no longer here, and it’s not only tragic, but a massive loss to music.

[@GrandpaOCE]

sad but true but he helped so many off us with his words

[@matethiustransport1374]

For 17 years he told us what would happen :(

[@ThePowerfox18]

Sad to think he had to feel that way to give us that kind of performance. He’s one of a kind. I really wish after this music he would have made shitty radio songs and retired

[@gregorybower2759]

I came here to say the same thing, it wasn't an act, and hearing it live there was so much more pain in his voice, and it's definitely hindsight looking back on lyrics it puts so much more context that makes it feel realer.

[@Genard66]

I just wanted to write the same thing. So true

[@obliviousthunder]

Chester never needed to get in "character" he was always in character sadly. he was the voice that a LOOOT of us didn't have. one of my fave Linkin Park song

[@ODemir-gh7bn]

Hey did not get 'out of character' the moment he hit his head was deeply real.

[@artmaibach7509]

he is just impressing what he cant say... think...

[@DJKronikCam710]

I came here to say the same thing! Sadly, chester wasn't "in character" this is his catharsis, his outlet for all the emotional turmoil he was dealing with, unfortunately it wasn't enough, and I feel like this video was towards the end, when all that turmoil consumed him and he was just at the end of his rope (for lack of better words) it truly is so sad, I still to this day get emotional thinking and talking about Linkin park, Chester saved my life more times than I care to admit

[@vaazig]

@@ODemir-gh7bn He was hitting his deamons

[@vicious99]

Saw

[@ogiltattoo]

6 years and still hurts

[@ThEMAgIKaLBEaN]

Everyday man, everyday!

[@evanebodart5746]

Hurt all the time

[@emancera82]

It feels as if he is still here, I came out from so many dark places guided by his voice and music... I hope he knew how many people he helped with his gifts

[@danilopolar6476]

Can't listen to them without crying

[@piaaadah]

Damn why does it feel longer

[@caromitgeige]

As a child psychiatrist who hasnt listened to linkin park i about 15 years, it amazes me how pure and honest Chesters expression of raw emotional pain is. So tragic he didnt find the help he needed. I hope you found peace chester.

[@alidarvishi3622]

Why you didn't listen to Linkin Park 15 years?

[@caromitgeige]

@@alidarvishi3622 i had medschool and work and stuff to do.

[@SingingSealRiana]

. . . The Thing about Depression IS, that ITS your Personal demons . . .no one can Fight them for you, you can only Support someone to Help themselfs . . .No Power, No Help, nothing from the outside can Hit that immer Switch for you. All therapy in the world IS meaningless of your psychy does Not allow for you to BE receptive to it

[@Annieareyouokayshamone]

No-one cares what a child psychiatrist in particular thinks about Linkin Park lol wtf

[@KyyryGoblin]

@@Annieareyouokayshamone You must know your stuff

[@mastarshine2556]

Every time he sings, you hear him go from being youthful and almost scared, to being angry. And it’s just sad how 1 man could save millions but not himself

[@ChantelStays]

This hit. Because it's so so true.

[@carisaunders2346]

Oh, man. He saved a bunch of misfits and turned us into an army.

[@raaeec7256]

He saved himself the only way he knew how.

[@willbyersmybeloved4587]

His lyrics , their music, saved me. It breaks my heart that we couldn’t return the favor 😢

[@Dylan_Lanckman]

I'm one of those millions. I wished I could've returned the favor.

[@TheMedicinalMan]

The craziest part is if you watch the AOL live sessions of this song he actually holds the ENTIRE scream instead of stopping for breath. Absolutely wild. Miss him so much and this is the song that hurts the most

[@Hot_Snakes]

Absolutely! She reviewed the wrong video

[@Maggai]

Yeah, wish she would've chosen a video with the full scream, a weird choice since the scream was the reason for this song getting picked.

[@ZephyrusMorp]

Videos that Chester sustained 17 seconds Scream Live performance 👇 kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqkioqhfrd1oKc

[@raze4789]

I think it's still a good display of the emotion of the song, but yeah, the AOL one is still way way way better.

[@gtyrone83]

Yea. She needs to see his longer scream version

[@forsakethelight]

The loss of Chester still hurts. He put his heart and soul into his lyrics and performances, he was absolutely one of a kind. IMO the way he put his all into a performance reminds me alot of Jonathan Davis, from KoRn. I felt the lyrics Chester wrote were so relatable to things I felt and thought and went through in my life. Chester was an amazing, talented, wonderful guy, and it is such a shame we lost him way too soon. Love the video Elizabeth, I'm glad that you reacted to this performance in particular, it is one of my favorites. I also get the chills and tear up whenever I watch, or hear, Chester sing.

[@havocstillman7572]

Yes ! I’ve always thought those two in particular were the best of being able to change from singing to screaming. Probably why Linkin Park and KoRn are my top favorite rock bands of all time !

[@Petros_Flames]

Fun fact - Mike Shinoda wrote 85% of the lyrics for Linkin Park

[@turbo3sgte770]

Chester you were much loved by a lot of people not going to lie I started crying when I saw this pop up on my feed he just got me through a lot of tough times in my life and when I heard about his tragic death it was very rough I'm really glad you did this one I don't think there'll ever be another Chester Bennington rip

[@martinscott-reed5379]

Chester is baring his inner most turmoil and feelings of being lost in this. And it resonates deeply with me. Having suffered with depression all of my adult life and having attempted to take my life, the angst in Chester when he sings this is gut wrenching. I miss Chester, I think of him as a kindred spirit. It's so sad his demons were too much for him. I can't listen to him in company as I sometimes fight to hold back tears.

[@FreeMTrider]

Yes....very sad. One of the most honest and best voices ever. RIP

[@aftersolo]

Rest in peace, brother. You helped me through a miserable childhood.

[@jeremycline5844]

When you realize he wasn't acting. He was just telling us how his life actually was. And this is why we love Chester. So real, brutally honest and open. RiP Chester 💔

[@EnergeticSpark63]

hèy

[@suryaduaarthasimanjuntak1252]

In live version at AOL Music Sessions, he screamed for 17 seconds WITHOUT A PAUSE!

[@patrickrk44]

Yep, think she did the wrong version. For sure that one is better. And closer to what Chester and linkin parks sound was. I was at live in Texas years back, and 2 other concerts of theirs to know

[@lindsayrials1]

Yeah it looks like this is going to be a version that he pauses. :-/

[@Ephem13]

@@lindsayrials1 A sustained 17 second scream is an absolute mountain, it's interesting how he dealt with it in the shows he wasn't able to tackle it. That being said, it's always astonishing to watch him when he nailed it.

[@shimeraleader]

He ranges from 13 to 19 seconds on the scream. I think the album one is 16, and he averages 17 at concerts, but even the shorter ones are impressive AF

[@meganega123]

She always picks the wrong versions. Honestly, Chester sounds not very good for half of the song

[@kleinemaus6094]

Chester Bennington is the reason I survived my horribly traumatic and abusive childhood. I am not one to pay much attention to celebrities but his suicide shook me deeply. Talented, and sadly troubled just as much as I have been in my whole life. Linkin Park formed my deep appreciation for the talent in the various subtypes of metal. He's sorely missed.

[@JeyHaakon]

❤

[@binnieszone]

i hope you're doing better now

[@LT.BrianM]

I hope he realized that he truly helped so many people through his music and his expression. Amazing what music does to heal. Chester carried the weight of his fans and hopefully he knew that his sacrifice helped so many people come out the other side. God rest his soul.

[@dishantdeepak6976]

Stay strong bruv. Hope you're better now. 🤗❤️

[@MaesPillar]

my grace through heavy bus rides to and from school.

[@NozdormusRage]

People always bemoaned those artists from the bygone years of the early and late 2000's, saying they were just attention seekers, but people like Chester prove that wrong. They suffered and wrote about it. Their lyrics weren't cheesy or manufactured, but real cries for help. It's sad, but here we are.

[@soberTrezviy]

Chester had exceptional control of his extreme vocal techniques, he was doing his screams in a safe and healthy manner. They gave 300 concerts a year and he still performed excellent without a break or a trauma (except that time when he broke his hand falling from the high rack in the beginning of a song and still performed it fully without a break and then finished the full concert as planned)

[@goner.9989]

Very early on in his career, I believe his technique wasn’t quite spot on

[@Rappajalkanen]

His screaming technique sucked tbh. Especially early in their career.

[@soberTrezviy]

@@Rappajalkanen if this were true he would have killed his voice back in 2001.

[@Rappajalkanen]

@@soberTrezviy Not necessarily. What saved his voice was the fact that they did not have that much screaming in songs to begin with and the vocals were distributed between him and shinoda, giving his voice rest during songs. Had he screamed with his technique through all of the gigs he probably would have busted his voice.

[@soberTrezviy]

@@marobell1990 nope

[@jakeguerrero5191]

You gave me chills when you mentioned that it sounded like an animal that wanted to die. As others have already commented, that’s essentially how Chester was feeling, giving extra weight to the “put me out of my misery” line 😢 RIP Chester, and great video as well, you seem like a wonderful person.

[@ht3650]

Rip 🥺 Linkin park ❤️

[@blarghinatelazer9394]

Halfway through "put me out of my misery" is always where my heart drops when I listen to this song.

[@luiscesarvianagomes970]

"Looking for help somehow, somewhere, and no one cares" its gut wrenching to hear him say this

[@ezel2920]

Yeah, that remark really hit me. It's just sad that how he really felt was so obvious in the way he sings but nobody ever really noticed and people just passed it of like that's just how the song was and not the singer 😢

[@libertospagnolo9945]

He actually has several other live performances where he does the full 17 second scream. It's SO IMPRESSIVE. I miss him so much

[@rostom2969]

Qwerty is so good

[@lry8133]

+1 for QWERTY to talk about range

[@MLL2704]

QWERTY is mind-blowingly good

[@RxDoc2010]

QWERTY is a definite favorite. His ability to switch back and forth was insane.

[@BrandonR24]

100% QWERTY

[@Kbsnflwr]

I’m crying. Chester hitting his head wasn’t outward in. That was from his soul. RIP Chester ❤️🌻

[@chrisstalcup9877]

I met Chester at a concert back in 2001, and was one of the most down to earth people you could ever met. He was excited to meet and talk with all the fans there, along with the rest of the band. He and Chris Cornell are both deeply missed, but their presence are still with us. Rest In Peace.

[@malcolmellis9654]

just like suicided..🎶

[@johnstraderjr]

Hearing "Put me out of my misery" over and over doesn't make me feel uncomfortable. It makes me feel not alone. I only wish there was literally anything anyone could have done to make Chester not feel alone...

[@Shehzain]

I agree so much.

[@MixedRhythm]

Same. I think the quote "Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable" is appropriate.

[@radrad10]

I feel SOOO relatable to this comment, yet nobody in my own home knows what pain I've endured... RIP Chester, only if I even met with you before you were gone. 😥

[@alstonjacobs4934]

I have heard the death cry of animals over and over for man years, once you have heard that it changes the guttural scream on a subconscious level to be associated with death.

[@johnstraderjr]

@@MixedRhythm I haven't heard or seen this quote before.. It's poignant. Thanks for putting me to it.

[@MostWanted-X7]

This is a way better Chester experience for you than the first song you did, so much emotion

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Wonderful. Thank you!!

[@psyclepath1964]

@@TheCharismaticVoice a suggestion for a future video for you. Triumph, Fight The Good Fight. Rik Emmet is the singer/guitar player, Gil Moore on drums, and Mike Levine on bass. 3 man Canadian band, with over the top skills. Enjoy, even if you don't do a reaction video. This is a professional quality live video from the US Festival '83. 200K people there. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2GommCqj7l3qJI

[@White2098]

@@TheCharismaticVoice Way better versions out there than this one, we need a patron to give you the good links! :(

[@jacolucas1595]

@@TheCharismaticVoice Hey Elizabeth 🖤!!! I'm sure someone probably posted this in the comments section already , but the 18 second scream is broken up in 2 parts in the video you reacted to. A bit unfortunate😅, but I (and I'm sure others) would LOVE for you to react to where Chester actually holds the entire scream! Link below!!! m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3rGqWSceNh7jsk (PS- The audio mix is also better on the link provided btw!) Thanks so much for all the amazing content and the hard work that goes into all of the reactions! Much love from Cape Town, South Africa 🖤🇿🇦! Rock On lady🤘🏻😁 !!!

[@phredhenson9638]

IDK.. He just sounds off, and like he is trying to ruin his voice permanently here. It's not his best and it cost him too much imo. I stopped more than half way thru. I couldn't watch him destroy himself more

[@randysullivan3575]

Hearing him sing this actually brought me to tears. Haven't heard this song in so long I forgot the emotional pain that was present in his voice. RIP Chester.

[@justjasontm]

That transition on "I've given up" from growling to a high note gets me every time. Almost as impressive as the 17 second scream IMO, just in a different way. Chester is my favorite 2000s rock singer forever. What a loss 🙏🏼

[@rohannath2367]

He was tired by that time as you can see he was sweating hard and had no shirt on. In studio recording and other live performances as well he can stretch for 17 seconds including the note change. Not full 17 sec, but the emotion still gets conveyed. Chester4life ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@lespaul36]

I cannot sing like him, but a huge influence on my singing as well as Linkin's sound for me as a guitarist.

[@akeclipsee]

His performance on the song faint rock am ring 2007 live is reactworthy

[@karilehman9882]

He actually lost the scream this time and had to break when he dropped down - normally he carries it through before going back to clean. However, this is the most emotional performance I've seen from Chester - and that's saying something. It's understandable that his technique would slip slightly. I can't imagine the headspace he was in. He gave 110% to every single performance both physically and mentally.

[@asmerX100]

this is the live version dude..he would have performed multiple songs before this song and it definitely took a toll on his voice to scream similar to the studio version

[@karilehman9882]

@@asmerX100 most of the live videos he does carry it through but he's putting even more into it this time than usual.

[@MetalSStar196]

​@@karilehman9882That's because it's coming close to his best friend's suicide anniversary in that video.

[@karilehman9882]

@@MetalSStar196 Chris? Chester didn't live to his anniversary. The video is from 2007.

[@Matheus-dj9sq]

@@karilehman9882 I can notice you are not a Linkin Park fan. In most of the live videos he does NOT carry it through. Just check any 10 Given Up live videos on KZbin and count.

[@OneNvrKnoz]

Chester Bennington was such a talented vocalist and is sorely missed. If you want to hear the literal polar opposite vocals from him listen to Iridescent. He’s angelic in that song.

[@oxfierceplayxo1667]

Little Things Give You Away at Milton Keynes was another masterpiece.

[@fussyburrito6291]

When she said the scream gave the affect of an animal suffering, he really was and we miss him greatly. RIP

[@1212myali]

Mike sings iridescent.... he comes in on the chorus and second verse.. only in background. The polar opposite would be the lp cover of rolling in the deep

[@musicwith9lives]

My son turned me onto L Park with CB being the front man. Blew me away! The Screaming, Gone too soon Chester. We proudly wear our t-shirts now

[@akeclipsee]

linkin park faint rock am ring 2007 please that's vocally insane

[@alexandermcknight248]

He wasn't acting, he was trying to spit the poison out. He drew it out of hundreds of thousands of us instead. Ty Chester.

[@goger282]

its generally makes me sad and i kinda feel guilty, that he helped me through my childhood, made me choose to live, and he didnt see any other option. Sometimes i wish it would be the other way around.

[@SWWonders]

@@goger282 no don’t say that…I’m so glad you’re here today ❤

[@mattdamage899]

The amount of lives he saved with these lyrics and passion are endless. He helped so many through their low of lows...and will continue to. Timeless

[@MikeB128]

This song helped me so much in Iraq in 2009. Will always love this one.

[@teldyjane9030]

Saved me!

[@azharshah7711]

I am alive coz of chester, i have cried and raged listening to LP, i was a troubled teenager back then! Now i am a full ass grown man with a loving wife and a successful career, the only regret i have is not being able to meet him

[@catedoge3206]

I love how she's not just reacting but actually giving valuable information, and also having empathy and being real. Respect.

[@Bimmer_MD]

Definitely, I've watched a few other "vocal coach" reacts to channels and none of them come even close to the knowledge and depth of explanation that this channel does

[@peterdobos1606]

Having lived with chronic recurrent depression for 35 years....this is THE song that best expresses the pain and despair that can too often claim lives. Nothing else has come close. Because for Chester this was who he was. I hate that he's gone. I am overjoyed that he was here. RIP

[@KeithYT]

Amen

[@Vaninasanta]

Listen to Sia´s _Cellophane_ specially the "crying" moment... that´s too, fo me, the other one closest.

[@KeithYT]

@@Vaninasanta yeah that on point. And if you are into heavy music or you know the anger in the depression i recommend „Day/Day“ and „I long for Rest“ from Angelmaker. Those are fantastic displays of the hatred and despair some of us experience.

[@Vaninasanta]

@@KeithYT Thank you! I´ll check on them both ; )

[@augur1omen]

Those last few sentences are *everything.* Well said.

[@zsocash]

I have heard the "put me out of my misery" part a billion times, but it still gives me the goosebumps. Thats when you know something extraordinary happens. This is without a doubt one of the best musical pieces ever created. (And this comes from someone who is not even a huge Linkin Park fan.) R.I.P. Chester

[@heathermarie3672]

What you’re seeing isn’t a character or an act. That’s just Chester. He was an amazing man that had a lot of trauma and struggles, and he also had the talent that allowed him to be able to express it in a way that millions could resonate with. He was an intense performer. But you should watch some of his interviews. He was a hilarious, loving, smart man.

[@jansurovy]

He was a hilarious, loving, smart man. Who suffered mentally.If it weren't for mental pain, these songs would never have been written

[@bubbason1985]

Thank you ❤️

[@bubbason1985]

It pisses me of watching her "analyzing" him. Would help her to educate herself of what she is reacting to.

[@SkaterChick1972]

💯💯💯❤❤❤

[@zachdoppler9383]

@@bubbason1985 you sound like such a clown.

[@DenDave_]

The 17 second scream version of this song is so amazing. One moment he's screaming his absolute lungs out, the next moment he immediatly goes back to singing like an angel. It's unreal.

[@gregtheflyingwhale]

because it was made in studio

[@akreas1]

@@gregtheflyingwhale He did this live multiple times. There are videos of this out there and they are not hard to find

[@jimhuper]

@@akreas1 he can do it live and has done it couple of times but not when given up is in the middle of the concert

[@toby-fp6sp]

@@jimhuper why not in the middle of a concert?

[@m0002856]

@@toby-fp6sp Because he's worn out midway through concert. Think of how when you first start exerting yourself your breath control is still relatively normal, but you wouldn't be able to sing very well after running a mile. You'd be out of breath. So he's doing all this stuff on stage and singing multiple songs, it's harder for his body to have good air control. His body is screaming for him to breathe at times he wouldn't otherwise need to.

[@thricexalliance]

Unfortunately, this wasn't him portraying a character, im sure you know that Chester suffered from chronic depression, which I am too familiar with. His lyrics were a call for help, and he put himself out there all the time. I was a LP fan from the very start, so sad to see one of my vocal heroes pass from the pain and suffering. RIP CB, so glad I got to meet you multiple times.

[@edm3264]

I rarely disagree with what she says but I 100% agree with you. I believe Chester is Chester.... There was no character. He wasn't trying to be anyone else but himself. All that emotion was his own. No act whatsoever.

[@matthewbrockett7619]

That's awesome...channel a lotb9f emotions growing up to them

[@dantreadwell7421]

You lucky bastard. Never able to get to a concert with them. Just wish I could listen to them as I used to, without getting so emotionally overwhelmed. Gods love you Chester. Requiescat In Pace.

[@thepillcrow]

It's really cool seeing someone who doesn't watch/hear this type of performing all the time being impressed and breaking down the extra impressive bits. Forever love seeing people's eyes go wide at Chester's commitment and skill

[@spqrlegio1632]

Chester Bennington in two sentences: The voice of an angel The scream of a Demon RIP Chester 🤘🤘

[@sereneprincess4940]

I once read up on the story about why Chester was so tortured in his music. And what almost assuredly contributed to the mental health that he fought against his whole public career, & likely ultimately lead to his death. And lost every scrap of faith in humanity in an instant.

[@eric.ko.]

A tormented angel

[@fragmericanidiot]

✊😢

[@bakedbeanz4510]

Agreed

[@chrismrugala6696]

I totally agree and the way he sometimes he holds the whole 17 second scream or takes a breath I don't care Wich one I hear its great

[@grimmliberty7447]

We believed Chester because he was never "just an act". His music was an expression of the real him, and at the same time, he knew the real us, and we connected on a deeper level than music. Miss you bro. He and ◢◤ were my guys. Those were The Days.

[@firescreamer220119]

Absolutely. Their lyrics and his vocals pushed me through some of the roughest points in my life. I cried hard when he passed.

[@grimmliberty7447]

@@firescreamer220119 same here. I didn't even have it that hard. I know many people who did though, and it helped them as well.

[@Ntwister]

i miss him too. but in the end im more happy for him. i cant think of anyone more deserving of the freedom from his suffering. the amount of people he have helped or saved who have been or are in a similar situation (no matter if its temporary or permanent) are immense. i feel for his family and friends grief ofc and i hope they are doing ok. i never expect anyone to agree with me or even understand it.

[@karma3035]

Can we not forget that in this clip he didn't hold the full scream, but hes held that full 17 scream live way more than anyone could expect 😂 legendary vocalist

[@alexryan15]

The reaction would’ve been so much better had it been one of the ones where he did the full scream in one go

[@razztastic]

@@alexryan15 I disagree. This version is much more raw than any of the others.

[@WFly101]

​@@razztastic um ok?

[@razztastic]

@@WFly101 Why are you so taken back by me stating my opinion? Get some fresh air.

[@stockblockglock]

@@razztastic might be more raw, but she’s a vocal analyst, woulda been better to see her genuine first reaction to listening to that 17 seconds. a lot different than breaking it in 2.

[@abetteryou2025]

He is right. This whole song gives me chills. Also everyone this is LIVE!!!!!!!! no tracks no auto tune. Straight talent. This man is working.

[@victorvandenbrink6851]

I was a singer in a rockband for a while, and for years I tried to get close to what Chester was able to do. I practiced for hours and nothing I did with my body or throat could ever approach what he was able to do. He was truly one of kind.

[@Capnsensible80]

That's why the best approach is to find your own sound and work to it's strengths. Imitation always falls short.

[@spongebob9822]

Every singer is unique, singers like Chester are extremely rare so don't worry about not getting to his level just make your own voice your way. Keep going 👍

[@redneckwithajeep5001]

We probably won't see anyone on the level of Chester for a very long time. Part of it was pure talent but the other side of it was the level of torcher his soul had been through and was going through. Trying to reach his level is in many ways not a goal one should want. Don't get me wrong there's plenty of artists out there who are just as good but I don't think anyone is able to put the pure emotion into their singing the way he did

[@JustinBarr482443]

@@redneckwithajeep5001 From ashes to new. Danny case is absolutely amazing. He’s not on Chester’s level but he’s close.

[@JordonTheo]

I remember a story from years ago about when Linkin Park were auditioning for a singer and after Chester tried out, a bunch of people just left. Like "yeah I can't do that."

[@nena41156]

To this day, just as I did when he was alive, I still can't listen to this song without sobbing. It quite literally saves my life and the lives of my 7 kids. IMO it's absolutely impossible to not feel the truly raw emotion in his voice - the hurt, anguish, profound sadness and crippling depression. I first heard this song when I finally hit rock bottom in a 16yr-long abusive marriage, and it felt as though he was projecting and speaking directly to exactly what I was feeling. The very day I first heard this song was the day I slipped into suicidal thoughts, and the only thing that kept me from following through was knowing what future would be in store for my children...they would have lost the only person that literally and physically stood between them and physical harm. Not long after that day, my ex-husband called me from the ship(Navy) and said, "I'll be home soon, and I'll be retired. That means I'll be home, Every. Day. DO. YOU. UNDERSTAND. ME???". I knew what that meant - he was finally gonna kill me. He was gonna make good with his threats. And that's when I decided to call my parents, tell them the truth of what all had been going on, and I asked to come back home with my 7 kids. 2 days later I was on the road with my kids driving from VA to TX, had a large moving van packed with our belongings, and all his stuff in trash bags in a storage building. And I haven't looked back since. This song is one of the things that snapped me out of it and helped to give me the courage to leave.

[@musicbyeren]

gdamn i thought i felt pain

[@austinblake55]

Damn

[@thetalantonx]

I am so glad you found your way out and through, and that Chester sharing his pain helped you face yours. I'm even more glad that you're still here with us. Congratulations and sincere gratitude from a random fellow music enthusiast.

[@AtheneHolder]

as child who witnessed exactly what you described, I am so proud of you, doing what mama bears do.... it took a while but you did it...... I wish you health strength and superpowers all the way from Trinidad & Tobago 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🫂🎉

[@nena41156]

@@AtheneHolder sweetheart, that means more to me than you know. God bless you and yours. May He plant a mighty hedge of protection around you and your loved ones. May the labor of your hands be fruitful and greatly multiply.

[@jasontucker7306]

You should do “one more light” you’ve heard all the aggressiveness but this song is just beautifully sung.

[@abeginnerspov5968]

OML and Invisible are the only songs in the album which aren't aggressive.

[@ierbutza21]

Sadly that song kinda made it seem like he made his mind up,in some weird but beautiful way of him saying its over ,love that song but at the same time i hate it with a passion,even Heavy for me is hard listening to it but i love it still.

[@SpaceSloth707]

@@ierbutza21 it's also the last album with his vocals on it. That alone makes it a tough listen. At first I wasn't a huge fan of the album since it wasn't their usual heavy and aggressive style. I vaguely remember thinking back then that they'd wanted to make a less heavy and aggressive sounding album for a chance and that maybe perhaps they'd make an album after that in their usual style. Guess we'll never know now though.. 😥 It's not even certain yet IF they'll find someone else for the vocals and make new music.

[@tbrowniscool]

No don't make's this 33-year-old cry

[@_i_don.t_need_a_unique_handle_]

Yes! But it HAS to be the performance on Kimmel after the death of Chris Cornell. It's beautiful and painful and extremely intense.

[@lindso7959]

We all could have heard the pain in his voice which is why we were so drawn to him. The lyrics don’t do justice. I miss you Chester. You helped me get out of a dark place. I listen to you when I’m in a bad place and know that I’m not alone. I will always admire and inspire to do better because of all of you.

[@The19Flo93]

The magic of Linkin Park was that all their lyrics were relatable to anybody who is/was struggling with something. Chester basically took the bullet to help so many souls who feel/felt lost in life. It's heartbreaking he couldn't win his battle with life, I just hope he's in a better place. He was one of a kind. Love to everybody in the LP family. 🙏🏻❤️

[@AkkarinDarkmoor]

I'm not entirely sure how i got here, but here i am. You commented at the end of this video about how you could see people finding it cathartic to find music like this. That is extremely true. I wouldn't still be here without Chester. In highschool my mental health plumeted. Long story short. Chester is who saved me. His music, his lyrics and the emotion in his voice. He made me feel like i wasn't alone. And i was, and still am, somehow able to align myself with him. When i listen to his songs, it's almost like i'm along side him. When he does his incredible screams of anger or rage or sings his words of sadness and loneliness. I can feel his emotions release, into the air, just free and gone. What's more, my emotions go with his. It's like his voice tears the emotion he's projecting out of me and is released along side his own. This ability turned out to be double edged however. When Chester passed, all my thoughts focused on one thing. If he couldn't beat the demon (depression), how could i? He saved my life and i have no doubt, thousands of others. However, in the end, he succumbed to the demon. I fell into a dark hole when he passed. Much like the one he pulled me out of to begin with. I ended up seeing a psychologist to try to get help. I can't say i'm good now, but the psychologist made me focus, instead of what Chester and I had in common, what makes us different. What Chester went through and what made his situation entirely different to my own. It doesn't mean i can beat the demon. It's a fight that lasts a lifetime. What it means is that i can use Chester's music just as i always did. As a salvation. Without comparing his struggle to my own. We all have our own struggles. Just because one person lost, doesn't mean we will all lose. In life, every time you go to sleep and wake up the next day, is a day you beat the demon. Let the darkness be dark, Chester is my light.

[@Vxocv_]

This is so moving, thank you for sharing. I hope you continue to battle :)

[@adamalaoui6750]

Stay safe out there, friend. You're not alone. ❤

[@1988sureshot]

Have you listened to Hi Ren? Ren is another artist who has struggled with mental illness and Hi Ren is an accurate portrayal of this struggle and has a very realistic message in the song and in his talking point after. I suggest giving it a listen.

[@ManubibiWalsh]

I saw a post somewhere that basically boiled down to “if you have depression and you’re still here, that means you’re not struggling with depression. Depression is struggling with you”. And that is a very empowering way to see it. We don’t need to be defined by depression, and of course that doesn’t mean depression shouldn’t be accounted for in our lives, but ultimately it doesn’t have to kill us. It’s all about management. And if we perceive ourselves as more powerful than our dark thoughts and find out ways to remember that, then we can make it. But also, one time I heard Chester say that the space between his ears was the worst place to be, and that really sums it up. So try not to be in your head too much.

[@merrylittlebandofmisfits7040]

Exactly this

[@AugmentedSmurf]

Chester always went 110% on stage. Every single time. He poured his heart and soul into every single song they performed. Whether he was sick or not. Dude was a fucking legend on stage.

[@IanD-ut4dy]

I was lucky enough to see LP live 3 times and they blew me away every single time. When I watch the videos of Chester / LP live, I do with tears in my eyes, most amazing band I've ever experienced.

[@timburke7158]

the look on your face and the "WHOA" when he hits that first real scream brought a tear to my eye. dude was singing from the heart. so sad to see because at the time we all thought it was just part of his persona. that was just him. it was all his anger and fear coming out. it's why his songs were so emotional

[@timburke7158]

this is at 1:34 btw. you look almost disgusted. it's amazing but that's exactly what he wanted you to feel. scared like he was.

[@warzaaddy]

I’ve struggled with the same thing that took Chesters life since I was 9 years old. This man’s music saved my life multiple times. The battle is never over. RIP Chester 💔

[@johndef5075]

Stay strong. Just know people like me who dont even know you care❤

[@warzaaddy]

Appreciate that!

[@mommabird2813]

There are people that care. I won’t say it gets better, it does get easier if that makes any sense.

[@daveisghost5173]

My Dad passed away from leukemia when I was 12. I found myself in a super dark place and trying to hide it from myself and everyone around me, but I could feel that all was not well. Luckily I found discovered Linkin Park's music around this time and it finally made me feel like someone understood me. It helped me to realize that it was okay to not be okay, but I could still make it through. Words can't express how thankful I am for this music. It has been 20 years and I still have cracks, I am not broken anymore. Rest in peace, Chester.

[@anugrahmarker3915]

Hey Dave, hope you're doing well!

[@Qberty06]

Acting, no. Cathartic expressive therapy, yes! Tapping into the raw emotions night after night - wow. Emotionally and physically challenging! R.I.P. Chester

[@clifforgeironworks2911]

Its so sad looking back at these songs in this light now. Linkin Park was one of the bands that saved my life when I was young. Obviously through their music I could tell Chester had suffered as well, but looking back now that he lost his battle with depression sucks. This man saved my life and lost his own, and it breaks my heart.

[@antidoto999]

💔💔💔

[@zachbosch23]

The next song from Linkin Park HAS to be their cover of Adele's Rolling in the Deep. To go from this song to that cover is the best example of Chester's incredible range and ability. After that you can explore songs like QWERTY, which showcase his insane, instantaneous vocal agility.

[@DefinitelyNotBender]

I didn’t realize until now I’ve actively avoided listening to Linkin Park since Chester passed away.... now I know why. Fuck I’m gonna need some quiet time after this. I was able to find the peace while still being able to breathe that he never found himself. And his music helped me do that. I wish it helped him in the same way😢

[@dinahmyte3749]

Only just got back into it in 2021. Took me until then to even listen to a single song without crying. 😔

[@kaiyaperson8348]

It did help him. He was in his 40s when he died. He made it a long way. Year after year. He died a decade after that song came out. Linkin Park helped him stick around as long as he did.

[@Shawnzy1]

Me crying thru the whole video

[@michellesmith7363]

I finally came back to their music now in 2023. It’s sad but after he died I just couldn’t listen. Every song is still as amazing now as when I heard them for first time

[@budsodastories]

Ya I was depressed during one of my really low times and ran across his video and dang man its like I knew Chester's emotions were very genuine man was in some serious pain emotionally

[@Patrickisat]

Remember mental health is important. I miss Chester, He and LP was a huge part of my Teenage Years. RIP Chester.

[@jonathonfanning3874]

Truly a suicide felt around the world. He was more troubled than any of us could begin to understand. He'll continue to save lives, even though his is over. RIP to this legendary frontman. Gone but never forgotten. 💔💔💔

[@FASynergy]

Seeing his performances and knowing how troubled and alone he was, you can tell he draws from a very deep, very dark place. RIP Chester. You left behind so many reasons to be missed.

[@gamesandguitars354]

❤️😢

[@andrewstableford9781]

Everyone was so shocked when Chester died. If you were actually listening he was trying to tell us the whole time. RIP to one of the great ones.

[@CaptainNamikaze]

I teared up the minute I saw this is coming out, I don’t think you’ll make it through without tissues, especially knowing the context. The “breaking the habit” one almost killed me, I can’t listen to that song without bawling anymore, especially considering what the song is about and since he in the end didn’t make it.

[@briancollis1809]

SAME! Totally teared up and screamed fuck YES into an empty house when I saw this come up! even though this version breaks up the scream into two parts, his emotion is SO on his sleeve throughout, I won't complain :D

[@_i_don.t_need_a_unique_handle_]

Leave Out All the Rest is pretty hard to get through as well.

[@briancollis1809]

@@_i_don.t_need_a_unique_handle_ lets not even talk about One More Light...

[@derpderpin1568]

None of those tracks hit me that way like Easier To Run does. Easily Chesters most powerful chorus to me.

[@scottmatznick3140]

yeah but in the end, it doesn't even matter.

[@shelbytanaka7335]

When she said “ when something doesn’t want to live anymore..” I broke down. Chester was my very first inspiration to sing and scream later on in my life, and just knowing that everything that he put into his writing was truly him telling his honest feelings about how he had been feeling into his lyrics, it’s still so hard for me to accept. Even after having my own struggles through suicidal thoughts and experiences, he will always remind me about things that I once strived for. Chester, I love and miss you with all my heart. ❤

[@jasmenwright4064]

😢 it's even more sad because he fought hard and it wasn't for himself. He truly didn't want to be here. 😢

[@andreashofmeister1590]

What you see here are real feelings, no need to act. I love watching their videos and listening to their songs and hate it the next moment because it reminds me that Chester left us and will never come back. He was a great person, for me the greatest of all time. Screaming like a demon and singing like an angel he accompanied me in my youth. It saddens me that he lost the fight against his own demons. RIP Chester, we miss you.

[@MinoshTV]

This song never fails to give me huge chills, the emotion is as raw as it gets. Linkin Park was a savior for me and I know many many others on their teen years. Thank you Elizabeth for reacting to it

[@dondraper9651]

For your next endeavor into Linkin Park you should do an analysis on their live performance of the song QWERTY. Sadly it never made it to an album but it showcases Chester’s incredible ability to go back and forth between screaming and singing in melody. In my opinion it’s his best performance. Still excited for given up!!

[@stumeat77]

Absolutely yes. 💯

[@caniculashepherd6001]

Yes please. Till a few weeks ago I only knew the studio version of one of the LPU CDs and when I heard the live version I was shocked, it's so much better.

[@libertospagnolo9945]

QWERTY is the most impressive vocal performance I’ve seen Chester perform to be honest. Right up there with the full 17 second Given up scream🤘🏼

[@samueljocas9644]

YESSSS

[@kickyourassguy1]

Yes Mr. Draper! Just what i had to think about watching this!

[@megandonaldson1354]

This man, missed by so many myself included, had the privilege of seeing them early in their career. Having undiagnosed OCD/ADHD and Trauma along the way.... his songs gave me solace. They gave me a place to not feel so alone in my struggles. Still do. His voice, their music, stories and performances were him giving voice to what haunted, marked and ultimately took him. Rest in a peace you didn't always have Chester. We miss you and are thankful for the stories you left.

[@dd30512]

EVERY SINGLE TIME i hear chester it breaks my heart. There will never be another that sounds like him and it such a shocking reminder thay hes gone when I see him.

[@claytongoodwin9963]

You're reaction at 9:40 to the guitar and then into the scream is the most raw, genuine, and incredible reaction I have ever seen of someone listening to him do this. It actually brought tears to my eyes. The way your eyes open, your jaw drops and your breathing noticeably changes is Incredible. Thank you.

[@nocommentbdx1874]

She knows how to "actor studio"

[@scoot3200]

@@nocommentbdx1874 yea it’s hard to believe this is the first time she saw this… Who knows tho?.. Either way she still gives a lot of great insight on the vocal performance as a whole

[@BlueRupees]

@@scoot3200 how? This isn’t one of the main LP songs people think of.

[@ademoss80]

I think yall are forgetting she never listened to rock until she started reactions. Like at all, she's an opera singer I've watched become a metal head in real time.

[@thedirtyyankee2507]

I don’t remember if you reacted to their song “one more light”. If you haven’t that is a very nice soft version of Chester’s voice. It is a song about loosing someone. He dedicated it to his good friend Chris Cornell of sound garden who took his own life. Very powerful emotion if you watch it live or even the tribute video they made with video of Chester being the genuine goofy soul he was. Also do another idea their song “Heavy” is along the same lines. They give you another end of his vocal spectrum.

[@lespaul36]

Thant song kills me every time.

[@SirLuxrail]

Just went and listen again and hit me right in the feels. Every damn time. This would be a great one to review. Specifically the Kimmel one

[@wmgreen00]

That song makes me cry every time, one of the only things that’ll make me cry

[@thedirtyyankee2507]

You all are right. Every time even though you know what to expect. It gets you hard. Would love to see here react to this one!

[@pucknorris3473]

Seeing how he racks his body helps me understand him better he was a HARD working vocalist and gave everything to his craft...deserved every bit of his fame that one did. Dont be a rockstar kids it can, and if your good ,WILL hurt.

[@conwaysdetailing387]

Most people don't realize these people are flexing every core muscle the whole time they are singing lol!! You compress everything possible basically so you don't blow your vocal cords. Because he is letting his vocal cords fry intentionally. Only can be managed by doing what he is doing. And really can not be maintained over and over.

[@travelwithus750]

Miss Chester so much. He was such a huge part of my life and many others. Rip buddy. Thanks for the look back cv

[@SCHAWIINNGG]

First time I heard this song, I was 14 years old. I'm 29 now and it STILL gives me chills down my spine every single time I hear it. 🖤 rest in paradise Chester, you deserve it man 🖤

[@jenniferterranova736]

I'm 50. Saw them up and coming. I knew they would BIG. So glad I was up front at a show and saw them live! Family Values tour. You prolly weren't born yet.

[@tiagodireito4677]

Hearing this now with 30 years old, which i do often when i train, makes me feel like we failed Chester. The pain he was going through is so obvious now it makes me sad. As a teenager no one thinks about this beeing real, we just thought the music was relatable, but never thought he would leave us like he did. RIP Chester, never forgotten.

[@stewartmartin8382]

There are a few fans the actually noticed the problems from hybrid theory, and I believe most of us that noticed are the ones who still suffer from depression now, but even back in hybrid theory there were signs look at in the end. He's one person I wish I met and he will be sorely missed everyday

[@jayw900]

There is no "we" failed. He made a choice.

[@razmatazz9310]

Dude was a millionaire global rockstar, what the hell would any fan have been able to do?

[@davidm6329]

First off, there's very little anyone can do for someone who is going through this kind of mental illness. It's chronic, and it beats you down over time. That fight is something only the sufferer can win. The best you can do is be supportive in their improvement. Second, most people don't give much of a crap what you're going through until it's too late. And it makes sense. Every day we hear people talking about how bad they have it, and how much they're suffering. Many of them are just venting, and some are just trying to manipulate you. Its not clear to other people how bad a state you are in until you prove it by doing something you can't come back from.

[@kellzter]

As amazing as this performance is, he's held that scream for even longer, dropping down to a lower note about halfway through the scream and really extending it... he was really incredible to see live. Here's a version where he sustains that longer scream before dropping lower! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3rGqWSceNh7jsk

[@99bajakid]

Hate to spoil the magic but anyone who has done audio production can tell that song has been ..enhanced..

[@Brasco716]

@@99bajakid whether you're an audio engineer or you just enhance songs I'm telling you right now I've seen him live over 10 times he can go for 25 seconds easily.. stop hating, just enjoy the talent please!

[@wambo1228]

Here uncut: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p53LYqyHfcije7M

[@madpriest7822]

yeah wtf, why did she watch this version and not the one with the actual really long scream???

[@wambo1228]

@@madpriest7822 yeah but it was her first time listening to it. She picked the one with most views expect milton keys. It was still very emotional from chester.

[@matt_jr_goku]

The only way to describe this Angel is the “Goosebumps” in which you feel on your skin when you hear him. A truly special being! 🕊️

[@jacobschuette254]

Chester was a performer that didn’t sing because it was his job. Every performance was from the heart and he meant it. Every performance was emotional which makes it fantastic every show.

[@Grand_Kitchen]

He's literally dripping sweat as he sings. Chester puts raw emotion into the words that describe how some people (myself included) really feel. That's why he was so good at what he did.

[@PraisetheSun150]

As a fan of Linkin Park growing up, it hurts actually listening to the lyrics even years later instead of just hearing how good the music was. Chester will always be a legend and as painful as I’m sure some of these songs were to write,I hope performing them brought him even the slightest relief. R.I.P Chester💔💔

[@marclavergne3899]

Now that we've seen Chester scream with raw pain and alot of grit I think listening to an acoustic like One More Light or his cover of Adele's Rolling in the Deep from iTunes festival (live) would be amazing contrast - while he's most known for the raw scream its worth appreciating how beautiful and clean he can sing

[@BlackGhostPanda]

One more light will get me every time

[@OneNvrKnoz]

Same with Iridescent!

[@davidriddick82]

Welcome to the demons that Chester faced his whole life. If this song is not a clear indication of the demons and his feelings on himself and his depression and anxiety I don’t know what else shows it but at the same time, the skills in his performances and raw power are just mind blowing every single time

[@GrrillaFinger]

Was running away from his guitar player

[@Chaoshero7]

I literally cry everytime I remember Chester, I love him so much, and I'm so thankful you did such an AMAZING review on this master piece.

[@anuragsood7997]

I had goosebumps. This particular song has helped me soo much but in hindsight Chester really wrote and sang from his heart. I wish no one feels this lost in the world. In hindsight this is more gut wrenching than it was when I first heard it. RIP Chester. I hope you are in a better place. Thank you once again.. Love from India ❤🇮🇳

[@ruinedstaar]

The cover of "Rolling in the deep" and the live performance of "QWERTY" - Two of the greatest performances of Chester. You need to listen to those too.

[@midgey50]

As a teenager, the way Chester screamed in LP’s music was so cathartic both to listen to and sing/scream along with. RIP Chester.

[@dekai7992]

This one is so raw, much more so than the studio version.

[@Sorenzo]

"It reminds me of a dying animal - and not in a bad way!" that's quite the quote 😂 You somehow make me appreciate Linkin Park even more, and I appreciate that a lot. It's a whole other experience to listen to a song like this once you realize how much effort and energy goes into performing it.

[@Demos_Michael]

In the studio version, he does the scream for 17 seconds consecutive. Really amazing stuff

[@JupiterThndr]

He has also done it live.

[@dirusj4006]

@@JupiterThndr Yeah he has a couple live versions of that scream. His live versions are never as crazy as the studio but that is because he doesn't get 23140923 tries to perfect it while putting on a show for who knows how long by that point.

[@SkateFallen1424]

@@JupiterThndr he said in an interview that he was doing it every show on the minutes to midnight tour but that he kept losing his voice to he had to stop

[@Laerrus999]

Chester had a once in a millennium kind of voice, people will be studying his contributions to music for many years to come.

[@ethanjavers811]

"Leave out all the rest" is a wonderful song and one of my favorite Linkin Park songs

[@ghostrecon3834]

Lincoln? 🤨📸

[@ethanjavers811]

@@ghostrecon3834 phone auto corrected

[@ghostrecon3834]

@@ethanjavers811 thanks for fixing it

[@leonpate1868]

That incredible scream you speak of with the crazy breath control.... on the studio version he literally holds that note EXACLTY TWICE as long. Its.freaking ridiculous

[@IoIIonator]

He truly was the king of fry screams. Still one of my favourite songs of all time.

[@TheGoldberg119]

One of the most underrated voices of all time. Chester can go from full on screaming to a perfect pitched harmony over and over. And sounds better live imo.

[@py16667]

@@TheGoldberg119He was far from underrated, he’s very well recognized & respected, not the right word to use imo

[@palladinodessa8988]

On the album, this song (track 2) followed by Leave Out All The Rest (track 3) is a haunting and foreshadowed glimpse into where Chester's head was. I cannot listen to them back to back, my heart is already broken enough over this tragedy.

[@AmaraJordanMusic]

That song really hits differently now. And The Messenger.

[@credaaaooo824]

Minutes to Midnight is by far my favorite album from any band ever. The way the songs transition between anger, hopefullness and just plain sadness and defeat really makes it special to me, it's like you're going through that rollercoaster of emotions and all of them seem so genuine and true when they perform it

[@Kiertiana]

As a 20 year LP fan who has seen them live and has had my life impacted as most of us have, this was very hard to watch. Knowing where those facial expressions and lyrics came from- not a character or acting at all- I'm sitting here in tears over the loss of this incredible life. This man is very sorely missed.

[@disequalone]

I felt that too, heartbreaking to know how he felt at most times and to know we only could scratch the surface of his demons. CB is an inspiration and also a warning. Considering we also lost Trevor Strahnd recently to a similar mental struggle it's ripping my heart out.

[@IanD-ut4dy]

Right there with you. Got tears in my eyes as I'm typing this.

[@robcook4500]

Didn’t realize how much a single song could make me re-feel. The pain in his voice and expression…almost too much. Gone too soon for sure. RIP Chester

[@captainzero119]

yeah the "put me out of my misery" part is absoloutely gut-wrenching

[@eternity68]

Chester was the BEST singer i've ever heard in my life🔥🔥🙌 rest in peace legend, he gave 100% of himself on stage #gonetoosoon

[@MuhammadFazreenAli]

He didn't need to "act". he's delivering the realest feeling he could deliver.

[@Griffie9]

The pauses at 7:19 and 10:24 kills me…that entire sections is pure emotion and hearing to all together adds so much

[@lilfrostyy8829]

When you talked about his outstanding breath control while screaming. I really wanted to see your reaction to the album version of Given Up which includes the full 17 second scream unbroken. That change in the note of his scream is a slide which I've heard from other vocalists that that is incredibly difficult to do. I understand the studio is a different environment from the stage, but it' still a wonderful show of Chester's iron lungs.

[@threehornwelding]

Agreed. I love the live, but the studio version with that scream leaves you speechless.

[@etowngftddummy]

He has done that scream live, too.

[@luanalopes2060]

Actually he has done it many times live too! He just got a little tired here I think, which is totally understandable, doesn’t take away the fact that this performance was astonishing 😅

[@TheCwb89]

pretty sure he did the whole scream live once or twice too

[@jokur9547]

Agreed, if you've never seen this scream in it's entirety, then you NEED to. Truely epic. Chester is a legend that will live on through his music. I only wish that he was here to make even more incredible sounds for us to hear. Rest in peace. You are and will continued to be missed.

[@bigjames4rmpa]

Still puts a tear in my eye everytime I hear this. Cause he was literally telling everyone what he was going through. And nobody could help him.

[@davidsimi2322]

I love the fact that you're a legit vocalist and listen to hard rock/metal and still appreciate the vocals and lyrics. You're awesome! Youve made me hear these songs in a different, but better, light. RIP Chester and Chris Cornell

[@sarahcotterswank4251]

I appreciate your appreciation for what these singers are doing and the effort it takes them to perform. Too many people listen to people like Chester and they think “this is garbage” but your breakdowns are always so loving and you always speak so highly of what the artist is doing 💙

[@nayr_murdoc5366]

I remember the year this came out, my buddy, and I would rock out to this, and when that scream would come, we would see who could hold it the longest. Miss You, Chester. RIP

[@jakebrown9232]

Chester did the scream in this song in one breath live so many times. He was so damn good

[@mikebunner3498]

One of my favorite parts of this video is when Chester walks off of the stage and goes to the audience members. Then he screams.. 17 seconds, come on man!!! And it is ALL coming from his soul. Just unreal... Thank you pretty lady as always. Merry Christmas to you and that wonderful BABY.. A blessing from heaven!!!! A good season of the year!!!!..........