"Numb / Encore" is a collaboration between JAY-Z and Linkin Park that reflects on their past successes and the pressures of fame. The chorus, "Can I get a encore, do you want more?" represents their need to please their fans and stay at the top of their game. JAY-Z's verses boast his lyrical skill and his rise to success while referencing his potential retirement. The hook, "I've become so numb, I can't feel you there," sung by Chester Bennington, represents the weariness of fame and the pressure to meet others' expectations, ultimately leading to a feeling of detachment from oneself. The outro, "So for one last time I need y'all to roar; One last time I need y'all to roar," signifies their desire to go out on top and end their careers on their own terms. Overall, "Numb / Encore" portrays the challenges of fame and the desire for artistic fulfillment amidst the pressures of commercial success.