Linkin Park’s “Up From the Bottom” Achieves Rare Feat on Billboard Charts

Linkin Park’s “Up From the Bottom” Soars to the Top of Billboard’s Rock Charts

Legendary rock band Linkin Park has returned with a powerful new single, “Up From the Bottom,” and it’s already proving to be a major success on multiple Billboard charts. As the band gears up to release a deluxe edition of their iconic album From Zero, their latest track is resonating strongly with fans and radio programmers alike.

While Linkin Park’s success in digital sales and streaming is hardly unexpected given their devoted global following, the immediate impact of “Up From the Bottom” on radio airplay charts is what sets it apart from other recent releases.

A Rare Debut at No. 2 on Rock & Alternative Airplay

“Up From the Bottom” makes a remarkable entrance at No. 2 on the Rock & Alternative Airplay chart. Such a high debut is exceedingly rare and signifies strong support from radio stations across the U.S. The only track preventing the band from clinching the top spot is “Messy” by Lola Young, which currently holds No. 1.

The track also lands at No. 19 on the Alternative Airplay chart and No. 17 on the Mainstream Rock Airplay list, further underscoring its widespread reach and appeal.

Why Radio Success Matters More Than Ever

While many major artists can easily secure top positions on Billboard’s sales and streaming charts through fan-driven support, the radio landscape operates quite differently. High rankings in airplay require strategic coordination between label promotion teams and radio station programmers.

For a single to debut in the top 10 of any radio chart is a rare achievement — and debuting at No. 2 is even more exceptional. This kind of success is a testament not only to the band’s enduring influence but also to the strength and quality of the new release.

A New Milestone in Linkin Park’s Radio Legacy

With “Up From the Bottom,” Linkin Park adds another major milestone to their career. The single becomes the band’s eleventh top 10 hit on the Rock & Alternative Airplay chart and marks their nineteenth appearance on that chart overall. On the Alternative Airplay chart, this is their thirty-fourth entry, and on the Mainstream Rock Airplay list, their twenty-eighth.

These numbers reflect the band’s consistent ability to adapt and thrive in an ever-changing musical landscape.

Digital Sales and Streaming Domination

In addition to radio success, “Up From the Bottom” is performing impressively across Billboard’s digital sales and streaming charts. It enters the Rock Digital Song Sales and Alternative Digital Song Sales rankings within the top 10.

In the hard rock category, the single opens at:

• No. 1 on the Hard Rock Digital Song Sales chart

• No. 2 on the Hot Hard Rock Songs chart

• No. 9 on the Hard Rock Streaming Songs chart

These placements solidify the song’s status as a multifaceted hit, appealing across platforms and rock subgenres alike.

With “Up From the Bottom,” Linkin Park not only delivers a powerful new anthem but also proves their lasting influence in rock music. Their seamless blend of nostalgic energy and fresh sound continues to captivate audiences, setting the stage for an exciting new chapter in their storied career.