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Two popular versions of this instrumental song exist. One is the studio version from Ride the Lightning, which clocks in at 8:54, and the 9:34 version comes from the S&M symphonic renditions album.
The song takes its name and concept from author H.P. Lovecraft’s fictional creation, Cthulhu. Lovecraft was known to be an influence to the band, especially the late lamented bassist Cliff Burton.
The song takes its name and concept from author H.P. Lovecraft’s fictional creation, Cthulhu. Lovecraft was known to be an influence to the band, especially the late lamented bassist Cliff Burton.
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Ever since i was a little boy i just LOVED this song and i just wished that i could play it and now i almost can and i really enjoy it.
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S & M (Disc I)
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Quispiam wrote:
Lovecraft would have loved this.
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kirczek wrote:
Amazing song, more amazing band. :D
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rossoner4o wrote:
Great work!
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bigrat90 wrote:
Great song, gream Album
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sxe182 wrote:
noiiice.
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Makuse wrote:
oh fuck i didnt realize that Ktulu referes to the lovecraft stories. they are totally awesome btw
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Dudee- wrote:
Orgasmic solo in the middle section. :O
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anteq wrote:
Best instrumental ever! Especially love S&M version.
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JLaw1719 wrote:
Top 10 Metallica track.
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morg0mir wrote:
metallica gits mey name wrong xD
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Borellus_ wrote:
This song really honors the hideous creations by H.P. Lovecraft
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hotarunohikari wrote:
"This song makes me sleepy, not in a boring way though." -> That is not dead which can eternal lie. :P
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andrefreedom wrote:
Best Instrumental .
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creepingdeathv2 wrote:
great instrumental...
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Cortlendt wrote:
RIP Cliff .
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TheTrooper1138 wrote:
epic!
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Ratamahattan wrote:
Best Metallica's Instrumental.
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madchemist909 wrote:
This song makes me sleepy, not in a boring way though.
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The-Sullen-One wrote:
One of best Metallica songs. The Great Cliff Burton.
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ilovemusix wrote:
Timeless masterpiece
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