So so good this song. Thank you for jamming Metallica and understanding the meaning of all these songs. They have such deep meaning people don't get it but I see you do. You're hitting it right on the nose. Thank you so much.🥰🥰🥰🤘🤘👊🤘
My personal interpretation of it is the struggle within. That voice in the back of your mind saying, "youre not good enough, youre gonna fail" and towards the end its the same voice saying "told ya so, but this voice will always be there no matter what" I struggle with confidence issues, i have that voice in my head all day, everyday. The rage of the song conveys the frustration
It does not need interpretation. James wrote this about his mother's blind faith in God whilst she was ill and was praying for healing from God which never came and then she died.
Welcome to reggae. I too like dancehall probably a different era as I like the early 80s dancehall. Really all reggae. Good thing is there is no limit to the kinds of music we can enjoy.
Listening to and watching your reactions to music I've heard for decades helps me hear it again as if it were the first time and to love it all over again. I want to be sitting there right next to you explaining stuff you should know about each band, the members' histories, stuff they've all been through. I am LOVING that you are loving the metal tracks!!! Your intelligence comes right through, your insights are original and honest, I like everything I'm seeing in you. Very engaging. I like listening to you as much as I like hearing the music again. Thank you for being brave enough to start this show when it didn't come naturally (you'd never know that, though) - I'm glad I discovered your channel! Please stick around!!!
All-time great album. This riff is hard af and they put special attention to the tempo making it slightly slower than they naturally wanted to go at first. Love your reactions, man. Leper Messiah is a great Metallica song that deserves some love, especially given your introduction to this video.
'Sad but true' was written in 1991 about addiction... James Hetfield saw addicts behave in a way that they wouldn't when they were sober... They were the same person, but acting like someone else when intoxicated... He also struggled w/ alcohol abuse his entire life... he would drink to excess and often get violent and destroy dressing rooms, go after women, etc... Metallica got the nickname 'Alcoholica' because they were reputed heavy drinkers in the 80's and 90's. Lars Ulrich (drums) recalled that drinking helped them cope w/ emotions that they couldn't handle sober... it got worse after their bassist Cliff Burton died in 1986... Their struggles would not come out in public for years. The other members of Metallica were no angels either... Jason Newsted (bass) was heavily into psychedelic drugs... lead guitarist Kirk Hammett and Lars Ulrich both used cocaine... Hammett was the first to end up in rehab. James would end up in rehab in 2001 when his drinking was destroying his family and relationships within Metallica. James did write lyrics about religious zealots... the beliefs that ended up costing his mother her life (James' mother refused cancer treatments because she was a Christian scientist who believed that 'prayers and God' would heal her... She died when he was a teen...) in songs like - 'The God that failed'... 'Holier than thou' ... James wrote about his mother's struggle w/ cancer in the song - 'Until it sleeps'... he wrote the song 'My friend of misery' about people's self-pity, pessimism and backwards belief... Other songs about addiction were - 'Master of puppets' ... 'The house Jack built' ... 'Moth into flame' (which was about singer Amy Winehouse and her downfall w/ addiction that led to her death)
"James Hetfield got the idea for this song from the 1978 Anthony Hopkins film Magic, which is about a ventriloquist who is controlled by his evil puppet."
Spot on. God is a coping mechanism for people that have trouble coming to terms with the reality of life and death. But you don't need god to teach you right from wrong. You need a secure upbringing. Sometimes this happens to come along with something religious but it's definitely not necessary. Also, I love this Metalica track !
Well said. Thus not all who do not believe in a higher power are scared and nervous about death. I’m ready for it when it comes, I believe it will be better than here, but a god has nothing to do with it.
@@sugarcloud47I agree. I'm an atheist. I also have a chronic illness that will kill me, directly or indirectly. I've long passed come to terms with the fact that I will die early. Heck, I've already come close a few times. The only part I'm upset about is I hope to live long enough to see my kids grow up and make their own families.
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I've crossed many paths, religion being one of them. God being another, both are different, but mainstream society dictates that they're one in the same. I disagree, religion is what one hides behind when faced with the fear and wrath of GOD because of the wrongs a person does... God is the one accepting what one has done, that one being thyself,. When a person can't accept the things one has done, and begins to fear the Gods wrath and judgement, then one turns to religion to find someone or something where they feel accepted and forgiven. Every religious person believes God made us in his image, and we are not to harm or judge others, you know, the ten commandments and all that, but it's what we do everyday to each other, I'm not saying everyone, but the minority in this instance are the ones who are true to themselves and the ones they love, use God if you want, heck, go ahead and use religion if you must,....I'm not following anyone, and I'm not asking you to follow any mantra, nor am I trying to lead, I'm no Noah. I'm just being me.
Even if I'm sitting here listening to your thoughts on the song, thinking "No! That's not what it's aboutt!", I'm loving it because one thing I love about your content is that you PAY ATTENTION TO THE LYRICS. So very many people don't, and as a writer who feels they're often the most important part of a song, I respect that, even if my opinion differs on what they mean. That's art, right? Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
As an atheist who has been on death's door both back when I was a christian, and later after I walked away from religion, I've found it's the opposite. Religious people who are dying are not at peace. They're worried about whether or not they did enough to please their god and what their afterlife is going to be. After de-converting, my near death experiences where much less stressful. It is what it is.
I agree 100%. No one seems to be more terrified of death than Christians. AS an atheist, I don't worry about any afterlife because I don't seen any good reason to believe it exists. Nothing is more calming and reassuring than the notion that when I die, I'm done.
As a Christian I disagree, but it really doesn't matter what I think, or what you think. Different people need different things, different people react differently to different things. It's all good.
Definitely not boring content. This what music is for. It’s art. It’s meant for discussion and thought. 🤘🏻 metal is truly all inclusive 😊 it’s for the people
Polo I just wanted to say too thanks for listening the KiNgs 0f Transition Metallica I want you too take look thier Concert in 1991 in Russia and look at the mounds of people who attended the ShoW u will thank me keep up the good work in listening to Heavy metal and my favorite Band of all time the KiNgs 0f Transition Metallica
I love your black coffee analogy. I would expand on it and say Metallica is like a really fine primo black coffee, bean perfectly French pressed. It’s so good that coffee drinkers that don’t like black coffee can enjoy it, but if you don’t like coffee, it doesn’t matter how good the coffee is because you’re not gonna like it… because you know… It’s coffee.
Polo, as a thinking person myself I can tell you - of course we care to hear your opinion on things. Hopefully other thinking people won't be mad about it. I grew up methodist, fell out of organized religion pretty quick when I had my own voice in the matter. I still believe, just in my own way. Bless you, Polo. Love your takes on almost everything. Be well my man.
I'm an Atheist but did go through Catholic school. I feel no matter what may be true, we all have to wake up and live life. Why not just try to be a good person. Great review as always!
I was there when they filmed this video ~ that whole concert video ~ both nights in San Diego. It was a wild time! Polo, I don't imagine that most of your viewers don't want to hear what you have to say about whatever topics come up in the songs you're listening to. I feel like your crowd tends to be more cerebral, and obviously in the times we're living in, conversations need to be had. We have a gathering here of humanity that spans many ages, races, and religions. Provided everybody can act grown during such a discussion, at your discretion, I don't see why they shouldn't happen.
In the preamble discussion about God, it reminded me of a song that you should hear. "Quicksand Jesus" by Skid Row. The title refers to a belief in God that arises naturally in times of strife, like sinking in quicksand, when the concept of Him offers comfort. When you have to face that moment faith or non belief.
It is the teaching of Christ that has had the most positive good on humanity. I am a pastor who struggled with alcoholism in the past and Christ transformed my life. I also am a mettallica fan
bud UBU we come here because we want to share your first time. if we wanted folks who just agree with every detail, we'd go listen to this stuff with our old freinds. never be afraid to give your interpretations the people who get upset that you are wrong are petty control freaks, ignore them. odds are THEY were wrong too at some point till someone called them out.
it's about your bad choices and in particular someone who blames others for their mistakes and bad behaviour near the end of their life and the song realizing that it was all them the whole time.
Black coffee is a good comparison. It's strong, and it's bitter, and it wakes you up whether you like it or not. That's Metallica. Lots of metal is like that. You don't have to like it or listen to it all the time, but every once in a while you need something to light a fire under your a$$ and get you moving.
Instantly subscribed as you spoke your opinion on god and this country. As a non religious person, I’m unsure about god as a whole but he Judea-Christian values that our country was founded on is what I try to live by and brings me so much more purpose and peace in my life.
Just wanted to comment and say that's the first time I've heard somebody speak about religion with the same view and understanding that I have thank you.
My interpretation is that it's about your "shadow side" taking over. Some people, when they abandon all hope, let their shadow side take over, and bad things result. That's just my interpretation.
Sir, what you said at the beginning of the video - it hit home. I completely agree with you and have had similar thoughts myself. I happily pressed that sub button. I enjoy the metal reactions, too. Have a great week.
I was raised to believe in god, got smart and rejected it, then lived a lot of life and realized "god" isn't some guy up in the sky with a beard, it's simply a concept of "good", just as the "devil" is a concept of evil. If you've ever been to a truly great concert, the kind that makes you feel so good just sharing it with the people around you, it's almost as if you're in a church, and in a way, you are.
I am an atheist who is at peace. I love life and when that day comes it will be fine. Love what life you have and don’t torture yourself about the end of life.
this song was actually left out during their recording of "And Justice For All". Like you said, as you get older, taste changes. That's the same with the band
Polo, I'm an atheist. I'm the one at peace. I don't have that sort of hypocrisy (the megachurches, etc) in my life. When I say I'm the one at peace, I know I don't have all the answers, and I'm not a scientist that even fully understands the latest theories - there's a lot that I don't know, and I'm comfortable with that. Incidentally, great song. Metallica has a ton of them.
I really like and appreciate your view. My problem with religion is people who belong often believe their mere participation in that group gives them moral high ground. Yet, their drive to be good people is based on fear of hell while agnostics or atheists choose to be good people yet are demonized by religious people for having no morality.
I'm 73 and into heavy metal. My son loves them. Never did it for me. Hendrix: Pali gap is magnificent. Just Jimi/ no vocals. This is straight guitar from the angels.
Metallica is known to tell their fans that the songs are written for your own interpretation. James (singer/song writer) wants the songs to be your own thoughts that make up the meaning to the songs.
Exactly we are spiritual beings - and all humans can connect to the spirit that runs the world. Each one looks to the sky and we do not need a priest to tell us how to see the spirit's presence is all things. Churches have been corrupted and have little to offer. We enjoy you talking about the matters of the spirit - we all think about it. got to be free to speak!!
God, Santa Claus, Neptune, the Easter Bunny - all a bunch of fiction. The universe however - is epic and more awe inspiring than anything else I can conceive of. All IMO .....
I said it once on MrLboyds chanel and i will say it again. Weather or not you like this music guitar solos captivate us. We the procede to make guitar solo face wich happen around 10:30 in this video.😂. One loveband one appreciation to music and the heart that goes into it
Absolutely love your channel Polo. My comment was an answer to the question you asked your pastor. The Bible actually tells the church to go out and make disciples (Matthew 28) so the churches that you had experience with definitely should have been sharing the gospel or supporting missionaries. Personally, I think the reason why more Christians don't share their faith is fear of rejection or being ridiculed by people. Also there is so much evidence for God and Jesus. But aside from the evidence, if you sincerely want to know Jesus he will not play hide and seek with you. The Bible says, Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. Matthew 7:7 'll be praying for you!
Every Metallica track you comment, positively, on the drumming ... and you should, Lars' drumming is so prominent and distinctive. Metallica nuts go out of their way to shit on Lars, so it's nice to hear some appreciation for him :D
Hi Polo and thank you for the insight in your thoughts. I feel you. Everytime i got asked for my confession, I explain that I believe in the message from Jesus Christus, but never can relate to any christian church. Well I guess Sad but True.
I've always thought it's about a person looking at theirself in a mirror, the manipulation by the shadow self, of the conscious self. "Why people do the less than honorable things they do." But that's just me. I was never sure what it was really about.
I appreciate Polo’s perspective on religion. I was once there and with age and wisdom came to realize God is love. Jesus is our savior. Forget the corruption of organized religion. That’s man, not God.
This isn't really old Metallica, this is more mid Metallica. Old Metallica is the genius stuff that came on the first 4 albums. This album was 5th. While not a bad one it did start their decent musically (not commercially).
I’d say your question is a false dichotomy, or rather unrealistically limited in its choices. As an atheistically inclined agnostic, I have become fully at peace with and unstressed by the thought of dying. It’s certainly a possible scenario for many people, and one that comes from various sources including the nebulous and multi faceted journey of enlightenment. On the other hand, I’ve personally known a few very religious people terrified of dying, because deep down inside, they aren’t sure if they’ve lived the life their religion requires to reap the rewards promised to them. Religion can absolutely be a double edged sword in that regard.
Would love to see some Suicidal Tendencies on the channel. Give It Revolution would be a great start, but Send Me Your Money is worth the listen for its take on the televangelists you referred to. In the former, a line like "We'll bow down to no other one, except the Father and His Son, they can't deny what He's created." lend credibility to their attacks on the TV preachers in the latter.
Kid Rock takes this track and makes American Badass from it. But then Tuff, takes the Kid Rock spinoff and makes “American Hairband” from it- u gotta do that one!!!!
Woah... You can absolutely teach morality without the concept of gods or threatening eternal hellfire. In fact it might be counterproductive in this day and age because it's obviously BS. I don't think using a lie to teach morality is, well.. moral.
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So so good this song. Thank you for jamming Metallica and understanding the meaning of all these songs. They have such deep meaning people don't get it but I see you do. You're hitting it right on the nose. Thank you so much.🥰🥰🥰🤘🤘👊🤘
Great words Polo......a great perspective with your two guys facing the end !!
Thank You for Your Honesty , and Thank You for trusting us enough to give out a part of Yourself sharing your thoughts
My personal interpretation of it is the struggle within. That voice in the back of your mind saying, "youre not good enough, youre gonna fail" and towards the end its the same voice saying "told ya so, but this voice will always be there no matter what"
I struggle with confidence issues, i have that voice in my head all day, everyday. The rage of the song conveys the frustration
Yes!!!! The "I'm you..." at the end is the giveaway in my opinion.
It does not need interpretation. James wrote this about his mother's blind faith in God whilst she was ill and was praying for healing from God which never came and then she died.
@@TheSmurf1973 i...interpret it how...i see fit. Thats the beauty of music.
Perfectly stated.
Hetfield said in an interview that the movie Magic starring Anthony Hopkins inspired the subject matter of this song.
I have been a metalhead my whole life and in the last 3 years, dancehall reggae has taken over... Age is a wonderful thing. I am 52.
Sorry for your loss.
Thoughts and prayers.
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Lol.
Welcome to reggae. I too like dancehall probably a different era as I like the early 80s dancehall. Really all reggae. Good thing is there is no limit to the kinds of music we can enjoy.
Sorry for your close-mindedness...Thoughts and prayers can't fix that...
Listening to and watching your reactions to music I've heard for decades helps me hear it again as if it were the first time and to love it all over again. I want to be sitting there right next to you explaining stuff you should know about each band, the members' histories, stuff they've all been through. I am LOVING that you are loving the metal tracks!!! Your intelligence comes right through, your insights are original and honest, I like everything I'm seeing in you. Very engaging. I like listening to you as much as I like hearing the music again. Thank you for being brave enough to start this show when it didn't come naturally (you'd never know that, though) - I'm glad I discovered your channel! Please stick around!!!
All-time great album. This riff is hard af and they put special attention to the tempo making it slightly slower than they naturally wanted to go at first. Love your reactions, man. Leper Messiah is a great Metallica song that deserves some love, especially given your introduction to this video.
They originally wrote this song with a quicker Tempo. Bob Rock was the one that suggested that they slow it down.
They slowed it down because it was sounding too happy
'Sad but true' was written in 1991 about addiction... James Hetfield saw addicts behave in a way that they wouldn't when they were sober... They were the same person, but acting like someone else when intoxicated... He also struggled w/ alcohol abuse his entire life... he would drink to excess and often get violent and destroy dressing rooms, go after women, etc... Metallica got the nickname 'Alcoholica' because they were reputed heavy drinkers in the 80's and 90's. Lars Ulrich (drums) recalled that drinking helped them cope w/ emotions that they couldn't handle sober... it got worse after their bassist Cliff Burton died in 1986... Their struggles would not come out in public for years.
The other members of Metallica were no angels either... Jason Newsted (bass) was heavily into psychedelic drugs... lead guitarist Kirk Hammett and Lars Ulrich both used cocaine... Hammett was the first to end up in rehab. James would end up in rehab in 2001 when his drinking was destroying his family and relationships within Metallica.
James did write lyrics about religious zealots... the beliefs that ended up costing his mother her life (James' mother refused cancer treatments because she was a Christian scientist who believed that 'prayers and God' would heal her... She died when he was a teen...) in songs like -
'The God that failed'... 'Holier than thou' ... James wrote about his mother's struggle w/ cancer in the song - 'Until it sleeps'... he wrote the song 'My friend of misery' about people's self-pity, pessimism and backwards belief...
Other songs about addiction were - 'Master of puppets' ... 'The house Jack built' ... 'Moth into flame' (which was about singer Amy Winehouse and her downfall w/ addiction that led to her death)
NOPE…about satan
@@mr.smithgnrsmith7808 R U trippin, dingus?
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Sit down, you, stumbling moose you...
"James Hetfield got the idea for this song from the 1978 Anthony Hopkins film Magic, which is about a ventriloquist who is controlled by his evil puppet."
@@Salomon_G That's 1 story...
Spot on. God is a coping mechanism for people that have trouble coming to terms with the reality of life and death. But you don't need god to teach you right from wrong. You need a secure upbringing. Sometimes this happens to come along with something religious but it's definitely not necessary. Also, I love this Metalica track !
Spot on!
Also, religion was created to keep the elites in charge and the serfs under control...
Well said. Thus not all who do not believe in a higher power are scared and nervous about death. I’m ready for it when it comes, I believe it will be better than here, but a god has nothing to do with it.
@@sugarcloud47I agree. I'm an atheist. I also have a chronic illness that will kill me, directly or indirectly. I've long passed come to terms with the fact that I will die early. Heck, I've already come close a few times. The only part I'm upset about is I hope to live long enough to see my kids grow up and make their own families.
Coping mechanisms based on make believe always end up causing problems for everyone around the coper.
@@jenniferblake3296best wishes to you. Stay strong and look after yourself 💪
I love God and try to love people as he wants me to.
Everything else is outta my hands.
The drums really stand out in this one 🥁 🥁 BLACK album is amazing💯🔥🚒💪
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you have to hear Leper Messiah Metallica
I love your Lyrical breakdown. Brutal honesty is a great trait in my opinion
I've crossed many paths, religion being one of them. God being another, both are different, but mainstream society dictates that they're one in the same. I disagree, religion is what one hides behind when faced with the fear and wrath of GOD because of the wrongs a person does... God is the one accepting what one has done, that one being thyself,. When a person can't accept the things one has done, and begins to fear the Gods wrath and judgement, then one turns to religion to find someone or something where they feel accepted and forgiven.
Every religious person believes God made us in his image, and we are not to harm or judge others, you know, the ten commandments and all that, but it's what we do everyday to each other, I'm not saying everyone, but the minority in this instance are the ones who are true to themselves and the ones they love, use God if you want, heck, go ahead and use religion if you must,....I'm not following anyone, and I'm not asking you to follow any mantra, nor am I trying to lead, I'm no Noah. I'm just being me.
Have you reacted to "Bleeding Me" yet? Try the studio version bro
Humanity is us justifying our actions and existence… however you do it thanks for being humble and brave enough to share that you with us
Thank you. I have always listened to this song thinking about addiction. I got to listen in a new light thanks to your "tangent".
Even if I'm sitting here listening to your thoughts on the song, thinking "No! That's not what it's aboutt!", I'm loving it because one thing I love about your content is that you PAY ATTENTION TO THE LYRICS. So very many people don't, and as a writer who feels they're often the most important part of a song, I respect that, even if my opinion differs on what they mean. That's art, right? Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Every song on this album is a banger
As an atheist who has been on death's door both back when I was a christian, and later after I walked away from religion, I've found it's the opposite. Religious people who are dying are not at peace. They're worried about whether or not they did enough to please their god and what their afterlife is going to be. After de-converting, my near death experiences where much less stressful. It is what it is.
I agree 100%. No one seems to be more terrified of death than Christians. AS an atheist, I don't worry about any afterlife because I don't seen any good reason to believe it exists. Nothing is more calming and reassuring than the notion that when I die, I'm done.
As a Christian I disagree, but it really doesn't matter what I think, or what you think. Different people need different things, different people react differently to different things. It's all good.
Definitely not boring content. This what music is for. It’s art. It’s meant for discussion and thought. 🤘🏻 metal is truly all inclusive 😊 it’s for the people
I love that you check out the lyrics before reaction. Love that about you. This song is a fave . It has inner meaning.
Polo I just wanted to say too thanks for listening the KiNgs 0f Transition Metallica I want you too take look thier Concert in 1991 in Russia and look at the mounds of people who attended the ShoW u will thank me keep up the good work in listening to Heavy metal and my favorite Band of all time the KiNgs 0f Transition Metallica
Widely considered to be one of the heaviest riffs of all time and I totally agree.
I love your black coffee analogy. I would expand on it and say Metallica is like a really fine primo black coffee, bean perfectly French pressed. It’s so good that coffee drinkers that don’t like black coffee can enjoy it, but if you don’t like coffee, it doesn’t matter how good the coffee is because you’re not gonna like it… because you know… It’s coffee.
Never complain, never explain. Love your stuff, lad.
Not boring content at all! Great reaction to a powerful song and an amazing group
Polo, as a thinking person myself I can tell you - of course we care to hear your opinion on things. Hopefully other thinking people won't be mad about it. I grew up methodist, fell out of organized religion pretty quick when I had my own voice in the matter. I still believe, just in my own way. Bless you, Polo. Love your takes on almost everything. Be well my man.
I find much more peace as an atheist than I ever did when I was a believer
This is one of my most listened too songs since I was a preteen. Thats when this song was newish for 1990 standards.
I'm an Atheist but did go through Catholic school. I feel no matter what may be true, we all have to wake up and live life. Why not just try to be a good person. Great review as always!
I was there when they filmed this video ~ that whole concert video ~ both nights in San Diego. It was a wild time!
Polo, I don't imagine that most of your viewers don't want to hear what you have to say about whatever topics come up in the songs you're listening to. I feel like your crowd tends to be more cerebral, and obviously in the times we're living in, conversations need to be had. We have a gathering here of humanity that spans many ages, races, and religions. Provided everybody can act grown during such a discussion, at your discretion, I don't see why they shouldn't happen.
I'm going to be 60 in a few months, and like some of most every genre.
A meme I shared recently called it 'polyjamourous'. 😂
“It is, ma’am!” LMAO I didn’t think I’d see that on this video
In the preamble discussion about God, it reminded me of a song that you should hear. "Quicksand Jesus" by Skid Row. The title refers to a belief in God that arises naturally in times of strife, like sinking in quicksand, when the concept of Him offers comfort. When you have to face that moment faith or non belief.
For years I thought they were saying Sand patrol, not Sad but true. Read the lyrics one day and just started laughing at myself.
You don’t have to believe in a religion to have faith. Just know and FEEL there is a CREATOR 🌅
BeLIEve also has the word LIE in it.
It is the teaching of Christ that has had the most positive good on humanity. I am a pastor who struggled with alcoholism in the past and Christ transformed my life. I also am a mettallica fan
Thank you for your open eyes and ears
One of my favorite Metallica songs. It's so fun to listen to.
It’s about the inside monologue that all of us have , it relate to every aspect of life.. and its heavy!!
It's about your inner demons and the power they have over you. Sad but true
I am an Anti-theist, I want to believe as many true things as possible and as few false things as possible. I appreciate your words.
bud UBU
we come here because we want to share your first time.
if we wanted folks who just agree with every detail,
we'd go listen to this stuff with our old freinds.
never be afraid to give your interpretations
the people who get upset that you are wrong are petty control freaks, ignore them.
odds are THEY were wrong too at some point till someone called them out.
it's about your bad choices and in particular someone who blames others for their mistakes and bad behaviour near the end of their life and the song realizing that it was all them the whole time.
There's a cover of this song that's so impressive, that Metallica actually endorsed it. It's by a band from Mongolia called "The Hu."
This is a perfect example of "heavy" not "hard." I love "heavy" metal. Zep & Sabbath really invented that heaviness. Love it.
Black coffee is a good comparison. It's strong, and it's bitter, and it wakes you up whether you like it or not. That's Metallica. Lots of metal is like that. You don't have to like it or listen to it all the time, but every once in a while you need something to light a fire under your a$$ and get you moving.
Instantly subscribed as you spoke your opinion on god and this country. As a non religious person, I’m unsure about god as a whole but he Judea-Christian values that our country was founded on is what I try to live by and brings me so much more purpose and peace in my life.
Just wanted to comment and say that's the first time I've heard somebody speak about religion with the same view and understanding that I have thank you.
Polo keeping it real... Thanks for your insight....
Yes! I have been waiting for this one. ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉
My interpretation is that it's about your "shadow side" taking over. Some people, when they abandon all hope, let their shadow side take over, and bad things result. That's just my interpretation.
The tempo was originally faster. Bob Rock suggested they slow it down a bit. The original demo almost sounds happy now.
no leaf clover with the orchestra is epic.
“ If the only thing keeping a person decent is the expectation of divine reward, then brother that person is a piece of shit”
- Rust Cohle
Sir, what you said at the beginning of the video - it hit home. I completely agree with you and have had similar thoughts myself. I happily pressed that sub button. I enjoy the metal reactions, too. Have a great week.
Right on. You gotta be careful.
This song teaches you...
I was raised to believe in god, got smart and rejected it, then lived a lot of life and realized "god" isn't some guy up in the sky with a beard, it's simply a concept of "good", just as the "devil" is a concept of evil. If you've ever been to a truly great concert, the kind that makes you feel so good just sharing it with the people around you, it's almost as if you're in a church, and in a way, you are.
I am an atheist who is at peace. I love life and when that day comes it will be fine. Love what life you have and don’t torture yourself about the end of life.
Saw '92 in Buffalo,Jesus was in the mosh pit!
If you want a song from Metallica on how money buys God, try ‘Leper Messiah’
My favourite song from ‘Master Of Puppets’
Come inside, open your eyes; I'm you!
this song was actually left out during their recording of "And Justice For All". Like you said, as you get older, taste changes. That's the same with the band
Polo, I'm an atheist. I'm the one at peace. I don't have that sort of hypocrisy (the megachurches, etc) in my life. When I say I'm the one at peace, I know I don't have all the answers, and I'm not a scientist that even fully understands the latest theories - there's a lot that I don't know, and I'm comfortable with that.
Incidentally, great song. Metallica has a ton of them.
I’ve seen 4 “atheists “ SCREAM for Jesus Christ on their deathbeds….you will too
So you’re an agnostic. Much better stance.
If you can see Evil there has to be an opposite, your brain knows it wether you do or not
@@johnbiss306 The opposite of evil is good. This is somehow difficult? Good and evil are simple, opposed concepts based on what's best for society.
Thanks for sharing man. Keep up the great content.
Stay Happy and Healthy
Tovia Singer…large RUclips presence….explore. Love what you do.
DYERS EVE! You will love this Powerful song 🤘🔥🎙️🎸🥁
Please listen to “Zan, Zendegi, Azari” means “woman, life, freedom” sang by Sherwin…
This song got a special Grammy presented by First Lady…
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Yeah, man! Keep up the personal commentary! Love it!
Love your reviews! Keep being the inquisitive self!!! We need more of you!
Just discovered this channel, and this is the 2nd video I watched so far. I'm glad to say I'm happy I subscribed 👍🙂 I'm liking what I've seen so far 🙂
I really like and appreciate your view. My problem with religion is people who belong often believe their mere participation in that group gives them moral high ground. Yet, their drive to be good people is based on fear of hell while agnostics or atheists choose to be good people yet are demonized by religious people for having no morality.
I'm 73 and into heavy metal. My son loves them.
Never did it for me.
Hendrix: Pali gap is magnificent. Just Jimi/ no vocals. This is straight guitar from the angels.
This is as good as drums have ever sounded. This is the pinnacle. That gunshot sounding snare is just piercing! Back when Lars had taste galore :)
A gun being cocked.....watch the making of the Black album
Metallica is known to tell their fans that the songs are written for your own interpretation. James (singer/song writer) wants the songs to be your own thoughts that make up the meaning to the songs.
Your opening statement hit the nail on the head for me. I probably couldn’t have said it as elegantly as you did but damn…….. yeah. Lol
Exactly we are spiritual beings - and all humans can connect to the spirit that runs the world. Each one looks to the sky and we do not need a priest to tell us how to see the spirit's presence is all things. Churches have been corrupted and have little to offer. We enjoy you talking about the matters of the spirit - we all think about it. got to be free to speak!!
Your reactions are on point and you explain it very well. 👍
God, Santa Claus, Neptune, the Easter Bunny - all a bunch of fiction.
The universe however - is epic and more awe inspiring than anything else I can conceive of.
All IMO .....
Some say there is heavy, and there is Sad but true :)
Amen Brother!!!
did you hear about the insomniac, agnostic, dyslexic, who stayed up all night wondering if there really was a dog?
I said it once on MrLboyds chanel and i will say it again. Weather or not you like this music guitar solos captivate us. We the procede to make guitar solo face wich happen around 10:30 in this video.😂. One loveband one appreciation to music and the heart that goes into it
Absolutely love your channel Polo. My comment was an answer to the question you asked your pastor. The Bible actually tells the church to go out and make disciples (Matthew 28) so the churches that you had experience with definitely should have been sharing the gospel or supporting missionaries. Personally, I think the reason why more Christians don't share their faith is fear of rejection or being ridiculed by people. Also there is so much evidence for God and Jesus. But aside from the evidence, if you sincerely want to know Jesus he will not play hide and seek with you. The Bible says, Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. Matthew 7:7 'll be praying for you!
What up Polo bro! Love the content love the channel keep it coming 🤘 I absolutely positively 100% agree with you on your outlook on things in society.
Every Metallica track you comment, positively, on the drumming ... and you should, Lars' drumming is so prominent and distinctive. Metallica nuts go out of their way to shit on Lars, so it's nice to hear some appreciation for him :D
Hi Polo and thank you for the insight in your thoughts. I feel you. Everytime i got asked for my confession, I explain that I believe in the message from Jesus Christus, but never can relate to any christian church. Well I guess Sad but True.
I've always thought it's about a person looking at theirself in a mirror, the manipulation by the shadow self, of the conscious self. "Why people do the less than honorable things they do." But that's just me. I was never sure what it was really about.
I appreciate you man.
Love this channel, authentic
Praise God
I appreciate Polo’s perspective on religion. I was once there and with age and wisdom came to realize God is love. Jesus is our savior. Forget the corruption of organized religion. That’s man, not God.
Another great reaction Video 🤘 keep it up
This isn't really old Metallica, this is more mid Metallica. Old Metallica is the genius stuff that came on the first 4 albums. This album was 5th. While not a bad one it did start their decent musically (not commercially).
Love the reaction in the intro! 👍🏼
Well said
I’d say your question is a false dichotomy, or rather unrealistically limited in its choices. As an atheistically inclined agnostic, I have become fully at peace with and unstressed by the thought of dying. It’s certainly a possible scenario for many people, and one that comes from various sources including the nebulous and multi faceted journey of enlightenment. On the other hand, I’ve personally known a few very religious people terrified of dying, because deep down inside, they aren’t sure if they’ve lived the life their religion requires to reap the rewards promised to them. Religion can absolutely be a double edged sword in that regard.
Would love to see some Suicidal Tendencies on the channel. Give It Revolution would be a great start, but Send Me Your Money is worth the listen for its take on the televangelists you referred to. In the former, a line like "We'll bow down to no other one, except the Father and His Son, they can't deny what He's created." lend credibility to their attacks on the TV preachers in the latter.
Oh, yes, anything with Trujillo!
Kid Rock takes this track and makes American Badass from it. But then Tuff, takes the Kid Rock spinoff and makes “American Hairband” from it- u gotta do that one!!!!
Albert King With Stevie Ray Vaughan - Born Under A Bad Sign
Woah... You can absolutely teach morality without the concept of gods or threatening eternal hellfire. In fact it might be counterproductive in this day and age because it's obviously BS. I don't think using a lie to teach morality is, well.. moral.