Metallica - Nothing Else Matters -
: James Hetfield wrote the song in 1990 while on tour.
"Nothing Else Matters" is the eighth track on Metallica’s 1991 self-titled release, famously known as . It stands as one of the most successful heavy metal ballads in history, with its official music video surpassing one billion views on YouTube . 🎸 Origin and Composition
: The famous intro was born while Hetfield was on the phone with his girlfriend; he was absentmindedly picking open strings (E, G, B) with one hand while the other held the phone.
: Drummer Lars Ulrich and producer Bob Rock were deeply moved by the demo, particularly Hetfield’s more soulful singing style, and convinced him it had to be on the album. ❤️ Lyrics and Meaning The Story Behind The Song: Metallica | Nothing Else Matters