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"Where'd You Go" is a song by Fort Minor, the side project of Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda. Here are some interesting facts about the song:
Release Date: "Where'd You Go" was released on April 14, 2006, as the fourth single from Fort Minor's debut album, "The Rising Tied."
Collaboration: The song features vocals from Holly Brook (now known as Skylar Grey) and Jonah Matranga. Holly Brook's emotive vocals add a poignant element to the track.
Chart Success: The song was a commercial success, reaching high positions on various charts. It peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Themes and Lyrics: The lyrics of the song revolve around the theme of separation and the impact it has on relationships. It explores the emotions of someone left behind and the yearning for the return of a loved one.
Music Video: The music video for "Where'd You Go" complements the song's theme. It features scenes of a military deployment and the effect it has on families, tying into the broader theme of separation.
Awards: The song received several award nominations, including a Grammy nomination for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration in 2007.
Fort Minor: Fort Minor is a solo project of Mike Shinoda, known for his role as the rapper and producer in Linkin Park. "The Rising Tied" is the only studio album released under the Fort Minor name.
"Where'd You Go" remains one of Fort Minor's most well-known and emotionally resonant tracks.