Category: Metallica

Metallica

March 5, 2020

 by Jessica Shelton · Published March 5, 2020

“Sad But True” by Metallica

Metallica is a band which tends to drop some pretty-intellectual songs, and in that regard “Sad But True” is even more heavy-handed than many of the others. And on this track it reads as if...

Metallica

March 3, 2020

 by Jessica Shelton · Published March 3, 2020 · Last modified March 10, 2022

“Moth Into Flame” by Metallica

Generally speaking, the subject of “Moth Into Flame” is fame. Indeed the titular “flame” is actually a synonym for fame. And the “moths” would be the people attracted to such, as moths tend to be...

Metallica

March 3, 2020

 by Jessica Shelton · Published March 3, 2020

Metallica – Ride the Lightning

“Ride the Lightning” is another Metallica song in which the singer takes on the role of a particular character. And in this case it would be a prisoner on death row, who is about to...

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March 3, 2020

 by Jessica Shelton · Published March 3, 2020 · Last modified May 4, 2023

Metallica’s “The God That Failed” Lyrics Meaning

There are two realities from James Hetfield’s past which serve as premises for the sentiments expressed in this song. First is that his parents were devout Christians, in particular belonging to the Church of Christ,...

Metallica

March 3, 2020

 by Jessica Shelton · Published March 3, 2020

Metallica’s “The Unforgiven” Lyrics Meaning

“The Unforgiven” is a Metallica classic with some pretty-complex metaphors and wordplay. That’s another way of saying that there has been various explanations put forth as to what its lyrics actually mean. So what we will...

Metallica

March 3, 2020

 by Jessica Shelton · Published March 3, 2020

Metallica’s “Here Comes Revenge” Lyrics Meaning

Logically the addressee of Metallica’s “Here Comes Revenge” would be someone who has done the singer a terrible wrong. In fact it is so much so that despite this individual ‘asking forgiveness’, the narrator has...

Metallica

March 3, 2020

 by Jessica Shelton · Published March 3, 2020

Metallica’s “Hardwired” Lyrics Meaning

The title of this song is actually the beginning of the lyrics’ primary phrase, which reads “hardwired to self-destruct”. This is a term which Metallic picked up from a friend who was dealing with drug...

Metallica

March 2, 2020

 by Jessica Shelton · Published March 2, 2020

Metallica’s “Disposable Heroes” Lyrics Meaning

In the verses of “Disposable Heroes”, the singer is playing the role of a solider. And he is giving a harrowing portrayal of what he goes through as a member of this profession. For example,...

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December 23, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published December 23, 2019

Metallica’s “Enter Sandman” Lyrics Meaning

As you may already be aware, the Sandman is actually a mythical character who is associated with putting children to sleep. And traditionally he is more or less depicted as being a good dude. But in...

Metallica

November 20, 2018

 by SMF · Published November 20, 2018 · Last modified May 14, 2023

Meaning of “Nothing Else Matters” by Metallica

The hit song “Nothing Else Matters” from rock legends Metallica originated from a phone call lead singer James Hetfield had with his girlfriend in 1990. However, since his love for her proved to be a fleeting occurrence, the band decided...