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Nothing Else Matters

Metallica · 1992

24 min · 4 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal

A poignant ballad intertwining heavy metal sensibilities with heartfelt vulnerability and introspective lyrics.

Nothing Else Matters is a single by Metallica, released in 1992. A poignant ballad intertwining heavy metal sensibilities with heartfelt vulnerability and introspective lyrics. 'Nothing Else Matters' became one of Metallica's most iconic songs, reaching the top of charts worldwide and significantly broadening their audience. Its popularity led to numerous covers by various artists and solidified the band's status in rock music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Nothing Else Matters sound like?

A poignant ballad intertwining heavy metal sensibilities with heartfelt vulnerability and introspective lyrics. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.

What makes Nothing Else Matters by Metallica notable?

'Nothing Else Matters' became one of Metallica's most iconic songs, reaching the top of charts worldwide and significantly broadening their audience. Its popularity led to numerous covers by various artists and solidified the band's status in rock music history. Released in April 1992, 'Nothing Else Matters' marked a significant moment in Metallica's career as the band transitioned from thrash metal pioneers to mainstream icons. This album followed their commercial breakthrough with 'Metallica' (commonly known as The Black Album), showcasing a more melodic and emotional side of their songwriting.

How many songs are on Nothing Else Matters?

Nothing Else Matters has 4 tracks, running approximately 24 minutes.

Tracklist

4 tracks·24:39

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Nothing Else Matters Standout 6:32
  • 2 Enter Sandman (live) Standout 5:24
  • 3 Harvester of Sorrow (live) Standout 6:50
  • 4 Nothing Else Matters (demo) 5:53

Release Date

April 20, 1992

Genre

heavy metal, thrash metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

24 min 39 sec