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The track is famous for its frantic pace, clocking in at approximately . Interestingly, guitarist Brad Delson originally intended for the song to be much slower—around 70 BPM. However, Mike Shinoda experimented with doubling the speed, leading to the high-energy final version.
The iconic string intro that defines the song's tension was actually sampled from a 1963 James Bond film, From Russia with Love . Mike Shinoda took a cue titled "Tania Meets Klebb," reversed it, pitched it up, and looped it to create the eerie, driving melody that opens the track. Why Fans Still Download and Stream "Faint"
"Faint" remains one of Linkin Park’s most explosive tracks, a masterclass in blending nu-metal aggression with cinematic production. Originally released as the second single from their multi-platinum 2003 album, Meteora , it has evolved from a radio hit into a timeless anthem of the alternative rock genre. The Story Behind "Faint"
