Until It Sleeps

Metallica · 1996

19 min · 3 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal

A brooding exploration of inner turmoil wrapped in heavy riffs and haunting melodies.

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Until It Sleeps is a single by Metallica, released in 1996. A brooding exploration of inner turmoil wrapped in heavy riffs and haunting melodies. 'Until It Sleeps' reached number one on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, showcasing Metallica's continued ability to dominate the airwaves. The song also sparked discussion over its themes of personal struggle and emotional vulnerability, contributing to the band's evolution away from traditional heavy metal tropes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Until It Sleeps sound like?

A brooding exploration of inner turmoil wrapped in heavy riffs and haunting melodies. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.

What makes Until It Sleeps by Metallica notable?

'Until It Sleeps' reached number one on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, showcasing Metallica's continued ability to dominate the airwaves. The song also sparked discussion over its themes of personal struggle and emotional vulnerability, contributing to the band's evolution away from traditional heavy metal tropes. Released on May 21, 1996, 'Until It Sleeps' marked Metallica's first single from their sixth studio album, 'Load'. This period followed their commercial peak in the early 1990s and signaled a shift towards a more experimental sound, as the band sought to redefine their musical identity after the success of 'Metallica' (The Black Album).

How many songs are on Until It Sleeps?

Until It Sleeps has 3 tracks, running approximately 19 minutes.