You guys will never know how important this song was to a whole generation. You guys are lucky enough to grow up in a time where mental health is taken seriously. My generation did not have that luxury. We were told we were too young to have real problems, we were too young to be depressed, and that we needed to just get over it. We were not heard. This song was instrumental in saving a lot of people. This song gave words to what some of us were feeling and let us know that we were not alone. A lot of people who hear this song for the first time think its sad and depressing because its about suicide, but to my generation, it was liberating. It gave us hope. It let us know we had allies and that at least 1 person out there knew what we were going through. I love seeing you guys getting into this kind of music and realizing its not just noise and that metal and rock has depth and meaning. Keep it up!!
Metallica has a few songs that got me through my depression in my 20's. This song was one of them. About 5 years ago, I crocheted a Stevie Nicks Duster sweater. It starts out white, going into gray and eventually black. I named the sweater Fade to Black.
James Hetfield was 14 when his mother died. His father had left them, he left a note and just left. His parents didn’t believe in medicine. They were Christian scientists. His mother died of cancer, James and his sister just watched her fade away. There was no funeral. James is a pure genius imo for his writing.
The guy in the blue cap gets it. Metallica just hits different. The way they convey a story not only with Lyrics, but they way they match the music with the lyrics is unparalleled. Im glad you guys are learning that metal and rock is a LOT deeper than just loud noise and guitar riffs. Its so much more.
I've loved these albums for decades BUT i never really listened to the meaning... brings a whole 'nother dimension to it. shit gets better over the years. YNWA
I appreciate that you guys read the comments. Man don't let it get to you that you didn't catch the meaning of Puppets. The only clear lyric that was obviously about drugs was "chop your breakfast on a mirror". For years I had no idea what the song was about either. Keep being awesome. Cheers.
This is a very important song to a lot of people. It gave words to something that many feel but couldn't articulate. Lots of music can change lives, but this one has saved them.
The amount of emotion Kirk Hammett pours into this guitar solo, to this day still amazes me and chokes me up. What i grew up listening too, this song hits so hard everytime you hear it
for this song it was their last to record, they were all sad and homesick AND basically homeless, so kirk had much more emotion when improvising some parts of the solos
This is Kirk's finest hour in my opinion. All of his solos fall short next to this. For the longest time I thought James wrote it--it seemed too dialed to be Kirk. Nothing against him, James just has a more patient, emotive approach to his leads.
I used to listen to this song before an operation in either Afghanistan or Iraq in my headphones. This for Whom the Bell Tolls. I get goosebumps still hearing it....I miss those brothers that didn't come home. Keep posting gents
Love and Respect for your service. I never got to serve because I have metal in both my legs. I recently learned that my grandfather's ship was pulled out of Pearl Harbor within a week before we were attacked though. They were pulling back in to the bay when they got word, and got sent straight back.
For Whom the Bell Tolls is a fitting song for that situation. God bless you and the ones that didn't return for your services and sacrifices. You'll always be heroes in the eyes of true Americans. 🫡
METALLICA RECORDED THIS SONG WITHOUT KNOWING IT WILL SAVE SO MANY LIFES. IT'S A POWERFUL PIECE OF MUSIC AND LYRICS, FULL OF WILL TO LIVE. KEEP ROCKING GUYS!!! 🤘🏼🎶
I know it's about suicide, but how would it save lives, especially since the lyrics are about ending your life, not saving your life.....Not trying to argue or anything, but maybe one can help me understand how it would save life and not encourage suicide for those who are depressed?
@@down-the-rabbit-hole My friend, maybe I can't help you with that. But I'm quite sure someone who tried to commit suicide can explain to you. The band received a lot of letters after they released the song, people telling them that this song saved their lives. Maybe they just stopped felling alone knowing someone else had the same dark emotions. Greetings!!! 🤘🏼🎶
As a black dude who grew up on this. This display of culture curiosity just warms my heart. If they havent reviewed what i consider my generations "Stairway to Heaven" Metallica's "One" they need to expose themselves to that ASAP. 🤘
Absolutely. I'm 45, white country boy, and hang out with my black friends and recite damn near every 90's rap song there was. It's a people thing. Golden Rule.
Damn straight,, I'm a 50 yr old white fella an you have no idea how nice it is to see these 5 black fellas listen to metal... Back then it was un heard of now they should give metal a chance... Because badass Rock an great metal has died since the mid 90s... Hell, even Gene Simmons said the same thing about how it all died...
I'm 45...and have been listening to Metallica since high school. Some of the most BEAUTIFUL music ever made. "Nothing Else Matters" "For Whom The Bell Tolls" and "One" are my favorites from them!🎸 🎵🎶
I'm 42 and I just started listening to Metallica more now. I was always a GnR, Aerosmith, Poison, Motley Crue, some Pink Floyd and ACDC type of guy. I'm Asian, I grew up in the ghetto, but rock was my genre. I gave up on rap over a decade ago. Couldn't listen to the lyrics of these new rappers.
i literally held a knife in my hands as a sixth-grader (which is like what, 12 years old?) and fully intended on driving it through my temple because i was going through a particularly difficult time of my life (which, looking back, was not difficult at all). before i did it, i remembered this song in particular and its lyrics and realized that i'm not the only one who's ever felt this way before. i wasn't the only one who felt down, depressed, hating myself. and if others before me had felt the same way and went on to accomplish amazing things (like start one of the best musical acts in human history), i didn't need to kill myself. Fade to Black saved my life.
Let's never have a repeat of that behavior. I've been there too but it's a cop out. There's really no scenario where its not the ultimate cowardly act. Speaking as a survivor of an attempt.
As a survivor of multiple suicide attempts, this song hits home for me. Metallica are veterans in the metal industry. They have many other great songs you should check out.
You guys will never know how much this song means to so many people, me included. I've suffered my bouts with depression since I was a teen. I'm 52 now and still struggle with it. This song has always made me feel that theres still hope and I'm not alone in feeling hopeless. It has always helped me in understanding my depression and pushed me to get through it knowing there will be better days. James Hatfield of Metallica knew this too when he wrote this song. Thanks for sharing your reaction to this 1.
Im 54 n can also relate to what you said! Mine also started as a teen n hasn't gotten any better. I've had too many people that I love pass away in my life, both family n friends n it honestly seems like once one person passes, its nonstop... then a short break, n it starts all over. 😢💔 Now after having covid n nearly dieing myself, I have a whole new set of problems, physically, mentally n emotionally. BUT I woke up, I've come this far n I'll make it thru one way or another! Music (pretty much any genre) is my escape, my lifeline! 😎🤘🏻
"Orion" is one of their instrumentals ... No words needed, just instruments. The original bassists was killed in a bus accident and this is considered by many to be his best work. It is described by many more as nothing less than a 'journey'.....
I suggested that too yesterday on the Puppets song review. I suggested the bass enhanced version to really hear all that Cliff done that you miss without enhancement. Also suggested Call of Kutulu bass enhanced and to listen to master of puppets with enhanced bass to hear what they missed. Added links there if you want to give a listen.
Orion, Sanitarium, Blackened, Harvester of Sorrow, Dyers Eve, Spit out the Bone, St. Anger, All Nightmare Long, Damage Inc., Battery, The Shortest Straw, And Justice for All, Dirty Window, St. Anger Live
It's perfectly ok to not understand a song the first time you hear it, it took me many times of listening to "Master of Puppets" to understand the meaning. Metallica songs are full of meaning, at first glance they may appear they're just playing hard and fast but a deeper dive into the lyrics and you find there is a deeper root. Much respect to you guys for appreciating the talent Metallica has, in my opinion the greatest metal band of all time. Thank you for the content, your reactions are great!
I find that with a lot of metal and punk music. People can not see beyond the LOUD. Dead Kennedys, Sex Pistols, Megadeath, even Twisted Sister. These artists are masters of their medium. I love music, I will give anything a listen. I love when every time you listen to a really great song, you feel something more or different, identify somehow either on a personal level or an empathetic level.
I played this song constantly after the sudden death of a friend a long time ago. The 2nd verse is what hit me that hardest. If it weren't for Metallica and Fade to Black, I don't think I would have been able to grieve and release the rage and sadness trapped inside. I still think of my friend whenever I hear this song, and it still brings a tear to my eyes. RIP, Malaika. I love you.
What everyone else said! This song had such a huge impact on so many lives. It will forever remind me of my big brother. We were best friends growing up. I’m 6 years younger than him. He suffered from depression and attempted suicide several times. I didn’t understand it at the time, I was just heartbroken seeing him hurt so much. When this song came out he started opening up about things. To this day I think he plays this song when he’s feeling lost. Its a masterpiece!
I was a teenager during the rap rock era and Limp Bizkit and Linkin Park got me into more traditional rock music. Metallica has some of the best guitar solos and there drums are incredible. That’s coming from a hip hop head born and raised on rap and rnb.
Hetfield has dealt with depression his entire life. It obviously comes out in his lyrics, while at the same helping others heal with songs like this. It means a lot to so many fans. Glad you guys were respectful with this song. There's no telling how many teens in the 80's listened to this song while in pain, they got through in that moment to cary on. I was one of those lost teens. Metallica spoke to me. I'm 52 now and past those years and have this band to thank.
You gentlemen did a really nice reaction to this song. It was nice to see y’all thump to Metallica. Old school Metallica got a lot of us through some very difficult times, and to see a younger generation listen and appreciate the music is really powerful. Thanks for doing this!
You guys are the best!! Love your reactions!! For more Metallica please do: Blackened , Harvester of Sorrow (live Moscow), Ride the lightning, Fight Fire with fire, Orion, Bleeding Me, All Nightmare Long..... and the list goes on.
Blackened, Harvester of Sorrow, Dyers Eve, Spit out the Bone, St. Anger, All Nightmare Long, Damage Inc., Battery, The Shortest Straw, And Justice for All St. Anger Live
This was my first Metallica song many many years back, still holds a good place in my heart. Remember hearing it for the first time, it was so incredible.
This song made me cry and gave me home at the very same, the first time I heard it. This is one of a handful of songs that will get me emotionally every time. A lot of people made the mistake that this song was about suicide, but it was the depths of depression that can lead to suicide. I still remember the day I first heard this song, I was hanging out at my best friend's house after school, and he just got this album a couple of days ago. I broke down for a couple of minutes during the harmony and solo, because I felt that depression in my teen years. They say that depression is rage turned inside, and during the solo, its just constant building anger and rage and frustration.... such a wonderful song.
Lucky to say that I’ve got an original copy of this album on vinyl in my collection. I’m only 21 but I saw Metallica for the first time last September and started collecting vinyl last November. Definitely check out *Fight Fire with Fire* off this same album💯🔥🔥🔥
Keep the fire going! That's awesome, makes this old girl happy to know the younger generations will not forget ☺️ keep exploring! Listening to old rock on vinyl is so old school! 🎼🎙️🎧🎚️
If you do Creeping Death next, I highly recommend you find a live version of it. The live version of Creeping Death especially with Jason Newsted on bass is unbelievable to watch. The crowd energy is simply amazing and the solo by Kirk Hammet is one of the greatest guitar solos of all time. Plus the writing on this song is truly amazing.
Fun Fact: This song was written about how they were feeling after most of their gear was stolen from their Uhaul. They didn't literally want to die, but obviously they were depressed about it and wanted to "die" figuratively. Like, how if you've had a shit day and you're like "Ugh, I just wanna die". 🤘🤘
I've always interpreted it this way. The solo is the man dying. The ever increasing drum beat is meant to represent his dying rapid heartbeat and then it just all fades away. I rate Fade to black as one of the great musical pieces.
Gotta disagree. Respectfully. That last solo feels like a man standing on the ledge with his heart racing as he prepares to jump and maybe, just maybe having a moment of clarity and fade out is his heart calming as he climbs down and goes home. Might not be what the band felt but it feels right to me.
@@evilestmonkeey Everyone's entitled to their opinion especially when it comes to something like music. But I think you may be over looking one thing. "Now I will just say goodbye........goodbye" With the emphasis on the fading goodbye sounding like it's too late and all over now. I can't help but look that as it means he's actually doing the unthinkable. But it doesn't make me correct.
I love that you're getting the backstories of these songs. They are usually more deep, and looking that up and having lyrics is a great way to fully experience what the artist was conveying. Peace!
You guys have quickly turned into my favorite channel! Love your chemistry and friendship! We love going along on your ride/intro to some AMAZING music !
This song changed my life as a young teenager. After all this time, it is still my favorite song of all time and it means so much to me. To sit here 30 years later and watch you guys just vibe out and dig it, and really understand the power of the lyrics, music, instrumentation, and grit of this track truly brought goosebumps and warmth to me. I love to see people *feel* music, as you did here. Kudos, and may your musical discovery continue with good health and powerful energy. Amazing video, subscribed, and can't wait to see more!
I first heard this song in 1985 and have since revered it as the greatest song in the history of recorded music. I really enjoyed watching you guys become enlightened by it. You can't fake the looks on your faces, throughout, which tells you really took true meaning from it, as so many have over the years. Rock on!
Those lyrics 'I was me but now he's gone' thats the line that always got me and I connected with when I was younger. When I struggle with depression I am not me. I am not the person I was meant to be. Metallica were more than just metal aye! They were something you could FEEL.
You guys reactions are epic! I now find myself watching your reaction videos on a daily basis (especially Metallica). Back in the day, I had a cassette tape to this album and so as a result would eventually let the tape continue playing instead of stopping to rewind and replay. I think it was the last song on B side - the call of Ktulu. OK I see you already did a reaction to this song! Will watch it next.
Congrats on the massive success of your channel guys! Almost at 1,000,000 subs! I remember when you guys where just growing and had under 200K - you guys blew up real fast. Nice job and I wish you nothing but success on your channel in the future.
You guys are so lucky to have heard this for the first time! I'm 45 years old and I heard this for the first time when I was 11yo. I loved it then and I still love it today.for the message it holds and for the influence it brought into my life.hope it is as influential to you all. Keep it up you guys are awesome!
This song reaches the absolute height of its powers when you watch a depression / suicide survivor listen to the lyrics of this song. That reaction is out there. It's powerful
I've been a Metallica fan for over 30 years. This is by far my favorite song of their's. This song is more powerful than you could ever imagine. You guys keep up the great work, love your reactions.
Metallica - heavy songs to check out: 'Seek & destroy'... 'For whom the bell tolls'... 'Disposable heroes'... 'Blackened'... 'Sad but true'... 🤘🤘🔥🔥 More laid back songs: 'Welcome home (Sanitarium)'... 'Bleeding me'... 'Hero of the day'... 'The god that failed'
Orion, Sanitarium, Blackened, Harvester of Sorrow, Dyers Eve, Disposable heroes, Spit out the Bone, St. Anger, All Nightmare Long, Damage Inc., Battery, The Shortest Straw, And Justice for All, Dirty Window, St. Anger Live
Rainbow - Stargazer. I think you guys will appreciate the vocals, instrumentals, lyrics, etc... Just a fact about this group, Dio is the singer, and he is the one who created the🤘sign you often see people throw up at metal concerts. Dio also has been a part of Black Sabbath and he also had his own solo career as well. He sadly passed away from cancer in 2010. But I hope you guys check it out.
Dio is the greatest singer of all time for me and stargazer is an amazing song , the guitar solo is fucking sick also . Also pain by dio is such a raw heavy song
YES! Stargazer is one of my absolute favorite songs, of all time. I completely get lost in it. When its over, I start it again. Sometimes, 3 or 4 times in a row. Perfect song suggestion! High five!
It's songs like this , and especially this one , that keeps me alive as I suffer from deep depression through most of my life. It makes you know you are not alone and it's a great comfort to me through dark times. Thank you for also appreciating this masterpiece :)
"I have lost the will to live". Sometimes it's not about wanting to die, it's the struggle of finding a reason for still being here. This feeling is harder to see in someone, don't underestimate some one that would confess this to you. He will seem fine, smiling, helpful one day...but will disapear the next with seemingly no reason...
It's amazing how sometimes you don't even need lyrics to feel the power of music. Guitar when played properly just conveys a feeling through music. And yes they are like top 5 of all time for guitar solos.
This song meant so much to so many in my generation. Metallica gave a voice to the emotions we were going through and then gave us a reason to keep going. Their song "Battery" is still something I listen to when I need a jolt of energy!!
The songs that they write are actually poetry they're not only musicians they're poets and they're writing their emotions out so that other people can relate and realize that there is hope he's talking about his feelings but they're not going through with that it's about depression
This song was on my Playlist. I went through some very dark times. All I wanted to do was end the grief and pain. I lived another 35 years before I got help
My dad passed away last year and so did his older brother ( my uncle ) I always cry when I hear this song ❤ this song means so much to me. They use to play this song on guitar
I like watching these guys because they personalities are different. Hits different when ppl understand or appreciate the skill of instruments and deep lyrics that were real.
Metal in general is rooted in classical music. Hence the complicated arrangements, change-ups, interesting time-signatures, etc. Two of the most powerfully moving styles of music ever.
This my fav Metallica song, first song I learned on guitar, The message in this helped me so many times, and still does to this day, deal with mental health on the daily, Lost my mam last year, this was one of her favs, Guys thanks for your vids ❤
Boys, you have no idea how important this band is to me and this is my all time favorite song. I loved watching you react to this song, I could see you feel the music. I can never go back and listen to these Metallica songs for the first time but watching someone experience them for the first time is a close second. I look forward to any more Metallica videos y’all post.
This song happened to be playing when I had the barrel of a gun in my mouth at 17 years of age. It saved my life. Please understand how impactful this song is.
I like to think this song has saved my life in my dark times when I was younger. It was the first entire full song i learned how to play on guitar i remember it took me 4 months to learn all the solos. Everytime I play or listen to any solo from this song I get goosebumps. This song means so much more than anyone would think to me.
Out of the 13 men I fought alongside in Fallujah back in 2004, we lost 4 in the fighting. Since then 6 of the men who made it have taken their own lives and us remaining three can't help but wonder if there wasn't something more that we could have done. Mental health is not a joke. Take care of each other, if you ever have any reason to think that one of you is struggling do not hesitate to help pick them up or you may regret it for the rest of your lives.
Just want to add to all the comments about how this song helped them through a dark time because it made them feel they weren't alone, and I very much relate to that...but they did something more than that. Even though there's no "happy ending" with the lyrics, the song itself is a triumph, because they channeled that pain into creating something beautiful and and powerful! And THAT is what helped them, and all of us who love this song, live to face, fight, embrace another day.
It's so great when not only the music blows your mind, but then the lyrics are also incredible. Love it or hate it, metal rules. The talent, musicianship and song arrangements are phenomenal. ✌️
I'm loving your reactions to Metallica! I'm an 80's kid and Metallica was a staple back then and these songs bring back so many memories and the lyrics are still relevant today. Here are some you need to listen to: Four Horsemen The Day That Never Comes Sanatarium One For Whom the Bell Tolls Leper Messiah Sad But True Don't Tread on Me Go with these and enjoy! You won't be disappointed.
The first time this song really hit me was in 1989 In Canton Texas. I was 13 and buried my best friend who was 16 that died in a freak accident. We were all outcast kids who liked Metal music and skateboarding. I will never forget Michael Jason Woods, He always felt his life would be short and nobody loved him. But instead of suicide God took him in another way so he wouldn't have to suffer as an adult. Thank you for not disrespecting this song or his unbeknownst to you his memory.
Dire Straits , guys! And their hit song, Sultans of Swing… their ALCHEMY Live performance. It HAS to be the ALCHEMY live performance. One of the best live performances you will ever see. The drumming and guitar work is incredible. PLEASE react to it🙏🏻. Thanks!
My very first concert was Metallica, when I was 16. Been HOOKED ever since! I am a concert junkie - it's my stress reliever and have met a lot of way cool people along the way. Love y'all! I should let me take u guys to a couple shows and I could be your "tour guide" literally- u could tape it! U can tell who sux when u see em live! This is one of the best guitar solos ever yo!
You guys will never know how important this song was to a whole generation. You guys are lucky enough to grow up in a time where mental health is taken seriously. My generation did not have that luxury. We were told we were too young to have real problems, we were too young to be depressed, and that we needed to just get over it. We were not heard. This song was instrumental in saving a lot of people. This song gave words to what some of us were feeling and let us know that we were not alone. A lot of people who hear this song for the first time think its sad and depressing because its about suicide, but to my generation, it was liberating. It gave us hope. It let us know we had allies and that at least 1 person out there knew what we were going through. I love seeing you guys getting into this kind of music and realizing its not just noise and that metal and rock has depth and meaning. Keep it up!!
That's true actually.
Yes! Absolute facts ❤
Thanks for saving me the time , what she said
100% true. Well said.
Metallica has a few songs that got me through my depression in my 20's. This song was one of them. About 5 years ago, I crocheted a Stevie Nicks Duster sweater. It starts out white, going into gray and eventually black. I named the sweater Fade to Black.
James Hetfield was 14 when his mother died. His father had left them, he left a note and just left. His parents didn’t believe in medicine. They were Christian scientists. His mother died of cancer, James and his sister just watched her fade away. There was no funeral. James is a pure genius imo for his writing.
Hetfield 😂 but it’s all good 👍
Yes he is
They Jehovah witnesses
@@losoj30 They were Christian scientists - you might be thinking of Dave mustaines who family were Jehovah's witnesses
Pretty sure this song was written after all their equipment got stolen on tour and James was severely depressed about it
The guy in the blue cap gets it. Metallica just hits different. The way they convey a story not only with Lyrics, but they way they match the music with the lyrics is unparalleled. Im glad you guys are learning that metal and rock is a LOT deeper than just loud noise and guitar riffs. Its so much more.
Loved watching the reaction of the guy with the blue hat! Can tell he really appreciates what he's hearing.
He's the most observant of them all.
I've loved these albums for decades BUT i never really listened to the meaning... brings a whole 'nother dimension to it. shit gets better over the years.
YNWA
@10:32 Pure face melt
True bro i was watching his reaction
I ❤️ blue hat guy.
He recognizes the brilliance of Metallica's song writing and musicianship... and puts them at #1 where they absolutely belong.
he's the only one that keeps me watching. if it wasn't for him, i wouldn't be subscribed.
dudes so smart
I love that he is focused on the song and try to understand it
God i love this comment ”Blue hat guy”, haha, best ever!
And i think the same!
ngl he kinda looks like jalen brunson too
Love that you guys are feeling Metallica. They're pioneers in the metal industry and absolute legends.
🐐 🐐
@@getbbudded23 😂
Thank you for saying they're and not there or their.
They quite literally talk shit about these songs and you dolts eat up the act like it's truth.
I appreciate that you guys read the comments. Man don't let it get to you that you didn't catch the meaning of Puppets. The only clear lyric that was obviously about drugs was "chop your breakfast on a mirror". For years I had no idea what the song was about either.
Keep being awesome.
Cheers.
This is a very important song to a lot of people. It gave words to something that many feel but couldn't articulate. Lots of music can change lives, but this one has saved them.
I heard this song first time 30 years ago at least and I still get chills every time I hear it
Exactly right. I have the opening lyrics tattooed on me because of how important that song is to me
On point and well said. This song saved my life.
Cliff Burton sacrificed for so many. Like Syd Barret
@@upasaka713 Same here back in the early 90s. This song was on constant repeat for me.
The amount of emotion Kirk Hammett pours into this guitar solo, to this day still amazes me and chokes me up. What i grew up listening too, this song hits so hard everytime you hear it
It's literally artwork. A piece of him. Besides one, this may be his best work.
for this song it was their last to record, they were all sad and homesick AND basically homeless, so kirk had much more emotion when improvising some parts of the solos
This is Kirk's finest hour in my opinion. All of his solos fall short next to this. For the longest time I thought James wrote it--it seemed too dialed to be Kirk. Nothing against him, James just has a more patient, emotive approach to his leads.
Still hit deep to this day.
I agree, it gets better every time you listen to it
I used to listen to this song before an operation in either Afghanistan or Iraq in my headphones. This for Whom the Bell Tolls. I get goosebumps still hearing it....I miss those brothers that didn't come home. Keep posting gents
Love and Respect for your service. I never got to serve because I have metal in both my legs. I recently learned that my grandfather's ship was pulled out of Pearl Harbor within a week before we were attacked though. They were pulling back in to the bay when they got word, and got sent straight back.
Thank You So Much For Your Service!❤
Thanks for killing innocent civilians... And for destroying a whole country....
Thank you for your service, sir.
For Whom the Bell Tolls is a fitting song for that situation. God bless you and the ones that didn't return for your services and sacrifices. You'll always be heroes in the eyes of true Americans. 🫡
METALLICA RECORDED THIS SONG WITHOUT KNOWING IT WILL SAVE SO MANY LIFES. IT'S A POWERFUL PIECE OF MUSIC AND LYRICS, FULL OF WILL TO LIVE. KEEP ROCKING GUYS!!! 🤘🏼🎶
I know it's about suicide, but how would it save lives, especially since the lyrics are about ending your life, not saving your life.....Not trying to argue or anything, but maybe one can help me understand how it would save life and not encourage suicide for those who are depressed?
Just imagine if their gear wasn't stolen at that time that we wouldn't have had this song..
@@Poobaya indeed my friend, God knows what and why he does everything 🤘🏼🎶
@@down-the-rabbit-hole My friend, maybe I can't help you with that. But I'm quite sure someone who tried to commit suicide can explain to you. The band received a lot of letters after they released the song, people telling them that this song saved their lives. Maybe they just stopped felling alone knowing someone else had the same dark emotions. Greetings!!! 🤘🏼🎶
@@robertovasquez1538 I actually steer away from songs that have lyrics like this. It's too damn depressing, so I avoid.....
As a black dude who grew up on this. This display of culture curiosity just warms my heart. If they havent reviewed what i consider my generations "Stairway to Heaven" Metallica's "One" they need to expose themselves to that ASAP. 🤘
Absolutely. I'm 45, white country boy, and hang out with my black friends and recite damn near every 90's rap song there was. It's a people thing. Golden Rule.
@@nickdavis4109 LUV IT!!!!
Damn straight,, I'm a 50 yr old white fella an you have no idea how nice it is to see these 5 black fellas listen to metal... Back then it was un heard of now they should give metal a chance... Because badass Rock an great metal has died since the mid 90s... Hell, even Gene Simmons said the same thing about how it all died...
Brains are smart but color are dumb....
I'm 45...and have been listening to Metallica since high school. Some of the most BEAUTIFUL music ever made. "Nothing Else Matters" "For Whom The Bell Tolls" and "One" are my favorites from them!🎸 🎵🎶
YOU'RE A SENSITIVE PERSON, THAT'S REALLY GREAT!!! KEEP ENJOYING THIS METALLICA'S JOURNEY 🤘🏼🎶
“Nothing Else Matters” and “One” are my favorites and I am 67 years young and Metallica is still my favorite band since I first heard them at 19 👍🏻💕🔥
I'm 42 and I just started listening to Metallica more now. I was always a GnR, Aerosmith, Poison, Motley Crue, some Pink Floyd and ACDC type of guy. I'm Asian, I grew up in the ghetto, but rock was my genre. I gave up on rap over a decade ago. Couldn't listen to the lyrics of these new rappers.
i literally held a knife in my hands as a sixth-grader (which is like what, 12 years old?) and fully intended on driving it through my temple because i was going through a particularly difficult time of my life (which, looking back, was not difficult at all). before i did it, i remembered this song in particular and its lyrics and realized that i'm not the only one who's ever felt this way before. i wasn't the only one who felt down, depressed, hating myself. and if others before me had felt the same way and went on to accomplish amazing things (like start one of the best musical acts in human history), i didn't need to kill myself.
Fade to Black saved my life.
We're glad you're here. ♥️
Let's never have a repeat of that behavior. I've been there too but it's a cop out. There's really no scenario where its not the ultimate cowardly act. Speaking as a survivor of an attempt.
@@amandadrodriguez thank you! It means the world that you would take time out of your day to say that. Thank you, sincerely
@jerm2011 right on. I've never even thought of the possibility of suicide but you're right on with the rest. I'm glad you're still here
@@kipwhitler6804 Sorry for the late reply, but you're welcome. You matter and are appreciated in the world. Keep going! ♥️
As a survivor of multiple suicide attempts, this song hits home for me. Metallica are veterans in the metal industry. They have many other great songs you should check out.
Stay strong bruh! You got this!
we're together at this!
12 days sober here. I hope your feeling better just one day at a time bro
Glad your still with us! Keep on fighting!
Yo Andy, stay strong, hope things are better now
These lyrics are so spot on about how someone feels when they're in that dark place. Amazing lyrics, amazing song.
Timeless classic, seeing a new generation rockin with it is amazing.
You guys will never know how much this song means to so many people, me included. I've suffered my bouts with depression since I was a teen. I'm 52 now and still struggle with it. This song has always made me feel that theres still hope and I'm not alone in feeling hopeless. It has always helped me in understanding my depression and pushed me to get through it knowing there will be better days. James Hatfield of Metallica knew this too when he wrote this song. Thanks for sharing your reaction to this 1.
I to am 52 , (1970 )
And I can relate to Your comment
Try an keep Your head up
Im 54 n can also relate to what you said! Mine also started as a teen n hasn't gotten any better. I've had too many people that I love pass away in my life, both family n friends n it honestly seems like once one person passes, its nonstop... then a short break, n it starts all over. 😢💔 Now after having covid n nearly dieing myself, I have a whole new set of problems, physically, mentally n emotionally. BUT I woke up, I've come this far n I'll make it thru one way or another! Music (pretty much any genre) is my escape, my lifeline! 😎🤘🏻
"Orion" is one of their instrumentals ...
No words needed, just instruments.
The original bassists was killed in a bus accident and this is considered by many to be his best work.
It is described by many more as nothing less than a 'journey'.....
I suggested that too yesterday on the Puppets song review. I suggested the bass enhanced version to really hear all that Cliff done that you miss without enhancement. Also suggested Call of Kutulu bass enhanced and to listen to master of puppets with enhanced bass to hear what they missed. Added links there if you want to give a listen.
A rather beautiful and mind expanding journey if you ask me.
Orion, Sanitarium, Blackened, Harvester of Sorrow, Dyers Eve, Spit out the Bone, St. Anger, All Nightmare Long, Damage Inc., Battery, The Shortest Straw, And Justice for All, Dirty Window, St. Anger Live
It's not only HIS best work, but THE best work by Metallica imo.
Orion is beautiful. Nothing more and nothing less.
It's perfectly ok to not understand a song the first time you hear it, it took me many times of listening to "Master of Puppets" to understand the meaning. Metallica songs are full of meaning, at first glance they may appear they're just playing hard and fast but a deeper dive into the lyrics and you find there is a deeper root. Much respect to you guys for appreciating the talent Metallica has, in my opinion the greatest metal band of all time. Thank you for the content, your reactions are great!
I find that with a lot of metal and punk music. People can not see beyond the LOUD. Dead Kennedys, Sex Pistols, Megadeath, even Twisted Sister. These artists are masters of their medium. I love music, I will give anything a listen. I love when every time you listen to a really great song, you feel something more or different, identify somehow either on a personal level or an empathetic level.
When your happy you enjoy the songs on a physical level when your sad you understand the songs on a deeper maybe even a spiritual level
Exactly... One of the many reasons i like Metallica is the lyrics.
I played this song constantly after the sudden death of a friend a long time ago. The 2nd verse is what hit me that hardest. If it weren't for Metallica and Fade to Black, I don't think I would have been able to grieve and release the rage and sadness trapped inside. I still think of my friend whenever I hear this song, and it still brings a tear to my eyes. RIP, Malaika. I love you.
Same experience with me brother
What everyone else said! This song had such a huge impact on so many lives. It will forever remind me of my big brother. We were best friends growing up. I’m 6 years younger than him. He suffered from depression and attempted suicide several times. I didn’t understand it at the time, I was just heartbroken seeing him hurt so much. When this song came out he started opening up about things. To this day I think he plays this song when he’s feeling lost. Its a masterpiece!
when i learned guitar, this was the first song i wanted to learn. the solos are so iconic
Same here!
Did you learn it?
@@Kbax3614 yep! Went on to study classical and jazz performance at EKU school of music
Between the two fire extinguishers, the push ups comment, and the pencil...I was rolling 🤣. Thank you guys so much for the joy!
Same!!!
Metallica is the greatest metal band to me, i'm happy to see you are digging their music :)
I was a teenager during the rap rock era and Limp Bizkit and Linkin Park got me into more traditional rock music. Metallica has some of the best guitar solos and there drums are incredible. That’s coming from a hip hop head born and raised on rap and rnb.
Me too man. It was the gateway to more heavy sht but in the end it always comes back to Metallica.
Indeed they are the greatest..🤘😈🤘😈🤘😈💥💥💥
Agreed 👍
@@mackinshizzaveli4202 Rock on brother 🤘
Hetfield has dealt with depression his entire life. It obviously comes out in his lyrics, while at the same helping others heal with songs like this. It means a lot to so many fans. Glad you guys were respectful with this song.
There's no telling how many teens in the 80's listened to this song while in pain, they got through in that moment to cary on.
I was one of those lost teens. Metallica spoke to me. I'm 52 now and past those years and have this band to thank.
You gentlemen did a really nice reaction to this song. It was nice to see y’all thump to Metallica. Old school Metallica got a lot of us through some very difficult times, and to see a younger generation listen and appreciate the music is really powerful. Thanks for doing this!
Listen to all the old 80's and 90's music in a car with a badass stereo system and you'll really appreciate it!
2 live crew fellas, dick almighty!!!
You guys are the best!! Love your reactions!! For more Metallica please do: Blackened , Harvester of Sorrow (live Moscow), Ride the lightning, Fight Fire with fire, Orion, Bleeding Me, All Nightmare Long..... and the list goes on.
I agree! “Harvester of Sorrow” Moscow 🔥🔥🔥 “Blackened” live in Seattle 1989 🔥🔥🔥 “Battery” and “Justice for All” from Seattle are amazing also!
All Nightmare Long has a nasty guitar solo too
Spit out the bone is absolute fire as well !
Yeah they need some and justice for all deep cuts
Blackened, Harvester of Sorrow, Dyers Eve, Spit out the Bone, St. Anger, All Nightmare Long, Damage Inc., Battery, The Shortest Straw, And Justice for All St. Anger Live
This was my first Metallica song many many years back, still holds a good place in my heart. Remember hearing it for the first time, it was so incredible.
This song made me cry and gave me home at the very same, the first time I heard it. This is one of a handful of songs that will get me emotionally every time. A lot of people made the mistake that this song was about suicide, but it was the depths of depression that can lead to suicide. I still remember the day I first heard this song, I was hanging out at my best friend's house after school, and he just got this album a couple of days ago. I broke down for a couple of minutes during the harmony and solo, because I felt that depression in my teen years. They say that depression is rage turned inside, and during the solo, its just constant building anger and rage and frustration.... such a wonderful song.
Depression is anger turned inward is a massive understatement 😪
I love how you also pay attention to the solos, bridges, and harmonized parts, not just the verse. It's so cool
Lucky to say that I’ve got an original copy of this album on vinyl in my collection. I’m only 21 but I saw Metallica for the first time last September and started collecting vinyl last November. Definitely check out *Fight Fire with Fire* off this same album💯🔥🔥🔥
It was the first album I ever bought
Keep the fire going! That's awesome, makes this old girl happy to know the younger generations will not forget ☺️ keep exploring! Listening to old rock on vinyl is so old school! 🎼🎙️🎧🎚️
yeah nice recommendation. disposable heroes in my opinion is like a hidden gem. dont you think?
@@smn1085 it’s a classic to me but definitely goes unnoticed, which is a shame lol
Disposable Heroes is the greatest recorded song in the history of music.
If you haven't heard ONE by metallica. Thats a must. It's on the level of this one. Absolute legendary song.
these early Metallica songs always give me chills... amazing
If you do Creeping Death next, I highly recommend you find a live version of it. The live version of Creeping Death especially with Jason Newsted on bass is unbelievable to watch. The crowd energy is simply amazing and the solo by Kirk Hammet is one of the greatest guitar solos of all time. Plus the writing on this song is truly amazing.
Creeping Death live from Moscow is my absolute favorite ♥️♥️♥️
Creeping Death ,Seattle 89 with Jason's growling background vocals is amazing.
Creeping death also gets to be a lot deeper if you understand the biblical meaning to it
If you dont know the song dont look the live Version
@@SlawRu absolutely agree
Fun Fact: This song was written about how they were feeling after most of their gear was stolen from their Uhaul. They didn't literally want to die, but obviously they were depressed about it and wanted to "die" figuratively. Like, how if you've had a shit day and you're like "Ugh, I just wanna die". 🤘🤘
I've always interpreted it this way.
The solo is the man dying.
The ever increasing drum beat is meant to represent his dying rapid heartbeat and then it just all fades away. I rate Fade to black as one of the great musical pieces.
Gotta disagree. Respectfully. That last solo feels like a man standing on the ledge with his heart racing as he prepares to jump and maybe, just maybe having a moment of clarity and fade out is his heart calming as he climbs down and goes home. Might not be what the band felt but it feels right to me.
@@evilestmonkeey
Everyone's entitled to their opinion especially when it comes to something like music.
But I think you may be over looking one thing.
"Now I will just say goodbye........goodbye"
With the emphasis on the fading goodbye sounding like it's too late and all over now.
I can't help but look that as it means he's actually doing the unthinkable. But it doesn't make me correct.
@@bobhawke7373 it's NEVER too late.
Saw these guys perform this song live last year at Chicago. Words couldnt explain the powerfulness within their energy
I love that you're getting the backstories of these songs. They are usually more deep, and looking that up and having lyrics is a great way to fully experience what the artist was conveying. Peace!
You guys have quickly turned into my favorite channel! Love your chemistry and friendship! We love going along on your ride/intro to some AMAZING music !
This song got me through some dark times when I was younger. Glad a new generation is discovering this epic band ( Metallica )
It's amazing how many different riffs they could shove into a song and make it work.
Loved this reaction!!! Two effing Extinguishers!! M E T A L L I C A 4 ever!
This song changed my life as a young teenager. After all this time, it is still my favorite song of all time and it means so much to me. To sit here 30 years later and watch you guys just vibe out and dig it, and really understand the power of the lyrics, music, instrumentation, and grit of this track truly brought goosebumps and warmth to me. I love to see people *feel* music, as you did here. Kudos, and may your musical discovery continue with good health and powerful energy. Amazing video, subscribed, and can't wait to see more!
I first heard this song in 1985 and have since revered it as the greatest song in the history of recorded music. I really enjoyed watching you guys become enlightened by it. You can't fake the looks on your faces, throughout, which tells you really took true meaning from it, as so many have over the years. Rock on!
Those lyrics 'I was me but now he's gone' thats the line that always got me and I connected with when I was younger. When I struggle with depression I am not me. I am not the person I was meant to be. Metallica were more than just metal aye! They were something you could FEEL.
You guys reactions are epic! I now find myself watching your reaction videos on a daily basis (especially Metallica). Back in the day, I had a cassette tape to this album and so as a result would eventually let the tape continue playing instead of stopping to rewind and replay. I think it was the last song on B side - the call of Ktulu. OK I see you already did a reaction to this song! Will watch it next.
Congrats on the massive success of your channel guys! Almost at 1,000,000 subs! I remember when you guys where just growing and had under 200K - you guys blew up real fast. Nice job and I wish you nothing but success on your channel in the future.
You guys are so lucky to have heard this for the first time! I'm 45 years old and I heard this for the first time when I was 11yo. I loved it then and I still love it today.for the message it holds and for the influence it brought into my life.hope it is as influential to you all. Keep it up you guys are awesome!
So cool to see people discovering stuff that I have loved for years and getting to relive the feeling of hearing it the first time
This song reaches the absolute height of its powers when you watch a depression / suicide survivor listen to the lyrics of this song. That reaction is out there. It's powerful
I have added your Metallica reactions to my morning routine because it just fires me up for the day. Let’s go!
I've been a Metallica fan for over 30 years. This is by far my favorite song of their's. This song is more powerful than you could ever imagine. You guys keep up the great work, love your reactions.
Metallica - heavy songs to check out:
'Seek & destroy'... 'For whom the bell tolls'... 'Disposable heroes'... 'Blackened'... 'Sad but true'... 🤘🤘🔥🔥
More laid back songs:
'Welcome home (Sanitarium)'... 'Bleeding me'... 'Hero of the day'... 'The god that failed'
Facts definitely check out with lyrics too!
Nah. Nah. YES! Yes! Eh.
More laid back songs: YES! maybe? eh. eh.
Until it sleeps and the Unforgiven trio of songs needs to be reacted to! Bangers!
Disposable Heroes FTW! And Blackened
Orion, Sanitarium, Blackened, Harvester of Sorrow, Dyers Eve, Disposable heroes, Spit out the Bone, St. Anger, All Nightmare Long, Damage Inc., Battery, The Shortest Straw, And Justice for All, Dirty Window, St. Anger Live
Rainbow - Stargazer. I think you guys will appreciate the vocals, instrumentals, lyrics, etc... Just a fact about this group, Dio is the singer, and he is the one who created the🤘sign you often see people throw up at metal concerts. Dio also has been a part of Black Sabbath and he also had his own solo career as well. He sadly passed away from cancer in 2010. But I hope you guys check it out.
Dio is the greatest singer of all time for me and stargazer is an amazing song , the guitar solo is fucking sick also . Also pain by dio is such a raw heavy song
This is one of my fav song of all time ngl
YES! Stargazer is one of my absolute favorite songs, of all time. I completely get lost in it. When its over, I start it again. Sometimes, 3 or 4 times in a row. Perfect song suggestion! High five!
It's songs like this , and especially this one , that keeps me alive as I suffer from deep depression through most of my life. It makes you know you are not alone and it's a great comfort to me through dark times. Thank you for also appreciating this masterpiece :)
"I have lost the will to live". Sometimes it's not about wanting to die, it's the struggle of finding a reason for still being here. This feeling is harder to see in someone, don't underestimate some one that would confess this to you. He will seem fine, smiling, helpful one day...but will disapear the next with seemingly no reason...
I love seeing the younger generations giving music from earlier times a try and a surprising amount of them end up really enjoying it. 👍
It's amazing how sometimes you don't even need lyrics to feel the power of music. Guitar when played properly just conveys a feeling through music. And yes they are like top 5 of all time for guitar solos.
Came across your vids and watching you guy feel the music brought me happiness… I get excited when the good parts come on and you guys get it.. peace
This is a powerful song it means so much to so many people!
This song meant so much to so many in my generation. Metallica gave a voice to the emotions we were going through and then gave us a reason to keep going. Their song "Battery" is still something I listen to when I need a jolt of energy!!
You guys ROCK!
Watching your videos always makes a sh*tty day much better, keep headbanging with the best of em. All 5 of yous are fkn great man, hilarious.
The songs that they write are actually poetry they're not only musicians they're poets and they're writing their emotions out so that other people can relate and realize that there is hope he's talking about his feelings but they're not going through with that it's about depression
This song meant so much to me as a young teen. I still love it today.
As a white lady metal head from bumfuck Indiana, I really do love hearing your reactions to these songs. It’s both funny and heartwarming. ❤️
Watching you guys not only rock out but break it down is fantastic .... much respect !
Education is REAL. I'm enjoying hearing Metallica songs being broke down to a thesis. Good job young brothers, keep up the good work.
This song was on my Playlist. I went through some very dark times. All I wanted to do was end the grief and pain. I lived another 35 years before I got help
Glad you got help and that you're still with us!!
Absolutely LOVE y'all's reactions to this!!! Much love and keep up the great content!!!
I wish I was going through what you guys are going through, witnessing Metallica for the first time. I’ve been a big fan for over 25 years. Great band
Ride the lightning is one of the greatest albums ever. This album got me through high school. Thanks guys.
My dad passed away last year and so did his older brother ( my uncle ) I always cry when I hear this song ❤ this song means so much to me. They use to play this song on guitar
you guys kill it man, this is my all time favorite song...love the vibe and honesty...deep song...reminds me of combat when i was in the army
Totally luv the vids. Awesome to see your musical horizons expanding. There is so much awesome music in the world to only listen to one vibe is a sin.
I like watching these guys because they personalities are different. Hits different when ppl understand or appreciate the skill of instruments and deep lyrics that were real.
Those who do it well, make it seem rooted in classical music.
Metal in general is rooted in classical music. Hence the complicated arrangements, change-ups, interesting time-signatures, etc. Two of the most powerfully moving styles of music ever.
This my fav Metallica song, first song I learned on guitar,
The message in this helped me so many times, and still does to this day, deal with mental health on the daily,
Lost my mam last year, this was one of her favs,
Guys thanks for your vids ❤
I fuck heavy with the dude on the right, thank you for rewinding and showing respect to a genre you're not necessarily a fan of, we all appreciate it
Boys, you have no idea how important this band is to me and this is my all time favorite song. I loved watching you react to this song, I could see you feel the music. I can never go back and listen to these Metallica songs for the first time but watching someone experience them for the first time is a close second. I look forward to any more Metallica videos y’all post.
This song happened to be playing when I had the barrel of a gun in my mouth at 17 years of age. It saved my life. Please understand how impactful this song is.
I have such a powerful connection with this song and that switch up always sends chills down my spine
I like to think this song has saved my life in my dark times when I was younger. It was the first entire full song i learned how to play on guitar i remember it took me 4 months to learn all the solos. Everytime I play or listen to any solo from this song I get goosebumps. This song means so much more than anyone would think to me.
You'll dig Metallica's The Four Horsemen, guys. It has both switch-ups and solos.
Or, for AC/DC, Hard As A Rock.
You guys will never truly feel it until you see em live and that guitar goes right through you!! Best concert I've ever been to! 6x!!
Out of the 13 men I fought alongside in Fallujah back in 2004, we lost 4 in the fighting. Since then 6 of the men who made it have taken their own lives and us remaining three can't help but wonder if there wasn't something more that we could have done.
Mental health is not a joke. Take care of each other, if you ever have any reason to think that one of you is struggling do not hesitate to help pick them up or you may regret it for the rest of your lives.
Sad, it's 2AM here and I can't sleep because I keep watching you guys. Shout out and hugs from Ohio
This song live is incredible…
Just want to add to all the comments about how this song helped them through a dark time because it made them feel they weren't alone, and I very much relate to that...but they did something more than that. Even though there's no "happy ending" with the lyrics, the song itself is a triumph, because they channeled that pain into creating something beautiful and and powerful! And THAT is what helped them, and all of us who love this song, live to face, fight, embrace another day.
It's so great when not only the music blows your mind, but then the lyrics are also incredible. Love it or hate it, metal rules. The talent, musicianship and song arrangements are phenomenal. ✌️
I'm loving your reactions to Metallica! I'm an 80's kid and Metallica was a staple back then and these songs bring back so many memories and the lyrics are still relevant today. Here are some you need to listen to:
Four Horsemen
The Day That Never Comes
Sanatarium
One
For Whom the Bell Tolls
Leper Messiah
Sad But True
Don't Tread on Me
Go with these and enjoy! You won't be disappointed.
My favorite Metallica song I'm so happy y'all enjoyed it ✌️
It's so cool seeing that you enjoy my favorite band! This is some of the best Metallica guitar for me, especially that solo at the end
My favorite song "outro" of all time; the lengthy ending of this song is unbeatable.
Metallica - For Whom.the bell Tolls is awesome
Song has always been fire. Guitar riffs and leads are amazing. First four metallica albums every song are bangers.
You are correct sir! That solo was RIDICULOUS!
The first time this song really hit me was in 1989 In Canton Texas. I was 13 and buried my best friend who was 16 that died in a freak accident. We were all outcast kids who liked Metal music and skateboarding. I will never forget Michael Jason Woods, He always felt his life would be short and nobody loved him. But instead of suicide God took him in another way so he wouldn't have to suffer as an adult. Thank you for not disrespecting this song or his unbeknownst to you his memory.
Dire Straits , guys! And their hit song, Sultans of Swing… their ALCHEMY Live performance. It HAS to be the ALCHEMY live performance. One of the best live performances you will ever see. The drumming and guitar work is incredible. PLEASE react to it🙏🏻. Thanks!
I jammed this on cassette tape as a little kid in the 80’s. Grew up on Heavy Metal, Classic Rock and also the very first rap music.
My very first concert was Metallica, when I was 16. Been HOOKED ever since! I am a concert junkie - it's my stress reliever and have met a lot of way cool people along the way. Love y'all! I should let me take u guys to a couple shows and I could be your "tour guide" literally- u could tape it! U can tell who sux when u see em live! This is one of the best guitar solos ever yo!