Leave - Out All The Rest [official Music Video] - Linkin Park
: Chester Bennington described the song as an "apology letter". The lyrics ("When my time comes, forget the wrong that I've done") reflect a desire to be remembered for his positive impact rather than his mistakes.
: The band is initially shown performing mundane tasks—eating, exercising, and passing time—highlighting the isolation of their journey. This builds to a climax where gravity is lost, and the members float toward a massive star, adding a bittersweet, epic scale to the personal lyrics. Lyrical Meaning & Impact
: While originally written during the Minutes to Midnight era (2007-2008), the video has gained an "emotional layer" for fans since 2017. Viewers often interpret the lyrics and the video's lonely space imagery as a reflection on Chester's internal struggles. Reception & Legacy Leave Out All The Rest [Official Music Video] - Linkin Park
: The video is heavily inspired by the British sci-fi film Sunshine . It depicts the band members living aboard a rundown, futuristic artificial habitat drifting through deep space.
: The song captures the vulnerability of confronting one's own flaws and the universal fear of what legacy we leave behind. : Chester Bennington described the song as an
Watch the 4K upgraded version of the official music video to see Joe Hahn's sci-fi vision in high definition:
: The song famously appeared during the end credits of the 2008 film Twilight . This builds to a climax where gravity is
: Critics and fans on platforms like IMDb and Reddit praise the video for its storytelling and high-quality special effects that complement rather than distract from the emotional weight of the track.