Hybrid Theory

Hybrid Theory is an album by the nu metal band Linkin Park, released on October 24, 2000 (see 2000 in music). The album was the best-seller of the year 2001 in the United States, and was one of the most popular of the early-2000s hip hop/metal (rapcore) bands like Limp Bizkit and Kid Rock. Hybrid Theory is certified Diamond (10 times Platinum) in the US by RIAA. It is also the 21st century's highest selling debut album selling 14 million albums worldwide. It is notable for its absence of profanity, in contrast to many other nu metal bands' songs.

Charting album positions

Billboard Music Charts

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2001 The Billboard 200 No. 2

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2001 Top Canadian Albums No. 16

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2001 Top Internet Albums No. 25

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2001 The Billboard 200 No. 2

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2002 The Billboard 200 No. 2

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2002 Top Canadian Albums No. 5

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2002 Top Internet Albums No. 17

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