Linkin Park’s new single ‘Heavy’ sounds like Rihanna or something… and I’m about to break

Linkin Park have released the first single from their forthcoming album One More Light, and to call it a departure would be a brutal understatement.

Basically, the song sounds like a blend between Sia, Rihanna, and… let’s say Tatu – certainly not what fans of the band will expect, which makes for an interesting wait for the album – due on May 17

Guest vocalist Kiiara is responsible for the bulk of the lead singing; she had a top 20 in 2015 with ‘Gold’, which sold two million copies in the U.S.

It’ll be interesting to see what fans make of this song. Have a listen to the studio version below, as well as a live version posted on Facebook.

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