The song is a masterclass in genre-blending, combining hip-hop, nu-metal, and electronic music in its first 20 seconds.
: Mike Shinoda has jokingly looked back on the video as "goofy" and "random," admitting the band didn't fully know what they were doing at the time. Joe Hahn also noted that the final version was less dark than originally intended due to label influence. 🎼 The Sound & Meaning Papercut [Official HD Music Video] - Linkin Park
: The band performs in a relatively normal-looking room, but a dark, twisted room exists right next door. The song is a masterclass in genre-blending, combining