by Chester Bennington’s son Jaime recently responded to Limp Bizkit’s tribute to his late father in their new song. He shared his reaction on Instagram.
The response came after Limp Bizkit included lyrics about the late Linkin Park frontman in their new track “Making Love to Morgan Wallen.”
“When Fred Durst can say it, but Linkin Park can’t. Lol,” Jaime Bennington said in his post.
The lyrics that prompted his reaction were: “Damn, I miss you, chester. Sending love from a base compressor.”
Jaime’s comment appears to reference the ongoing tensions within the Linkin Park community regarding how his father’s legacy is being handled. It also shows appreciation for Fred Durst’s tribute in the new Limp Bizkit song.
This tribute reflects a deeper connection between the two musicians that dates back to the early 2000s nu-metal scene. Both bands dominated the rock charts and shared stages across the world during that era.
Spin reported that Fred Durst and Chester Bennington maintained a personal friendship that extended beyond their professional relationship. Durst remembered Bennington as someone who made others feel heard and understood despite battling his own inner demons. Their bond was evident in their final conversation, where Chester displayed his characteristic selflessness.
Durst once recalled that Chester held his puppies during their last conversation and offered motivational compliments. This demonstrated the caring nature that defined him even in his darkest moments. This personal connection makes the tribute in “Making Love to Morgan Wallen” particularly meaningful, as it comes from someone who knew Chester beyond the public persona.
The timing of this tribute is also significant. Wikipedia noted that “Making Love to Morgan Wallen” was released on September 12, 2025, marking Limp Bizkit’s first song in four years. The track is part of the Battlefield 6 video game soundtrack and represents a renewed creative phase for the band. Plans are already underway for their seventh studio album in 2024.
Chester Bennington’s legacy continues to resonate throughout the rock community. CBS News documented how fellow musicians have honored his memory since his passing in 2017. The fact that his son Jaime appreciates Fred Durst’s tribute while expressing frustration with his father’s own band highlights the complex dynamics surrounding how artists’ legacies are preserved and celebrated.
