"One" was written in November 1987 by Metallica's principal composers — rhythm guitarist/vocalist James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich. This song details the life of a soldier after he becomes a decerebrated paraplegic. During his time in the hospital, he reflects on his life and things his father told him. The doctors become worried because he does not die. The lyrics are based on the novel "Johnny Got His Gun" by Dalton Trumbo, an anti-war novel about World War I. A specific passage that inspired the song is: "How could a man lose as much of himsel… read more
"One" was written in November 1987 by Metallica's principal composers — rhythm guitarist/vocalist James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulri… read more
"One" was written in November 1987 by Metallica's principal composers — rhythm guitarist/vocalist James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich. This song details the life of a s… read more
Metallica is an American heavy metal band formed in Los Angeles in 1981 by James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich and later based in San Francisco. Known for fast tempos, complex instrumentals and aggressive musicianship, the group became one of the founding big four bands of thrash metal alongside Megadeth, Anthrax and Slayer. The current lineup consists of Hetfield, Ulrich, Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo. Former members include Dave Mustaine, Ron McGovney, Cliff Burton and Jason Newsted. The band achieved major commercial success with its third album, "Master of Puppets" (1986… read more
Metallica is an American heavy metal band formed in Los Angeles in 1981 by James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich and later based in San Francisco. Known for fast tempos, complex instrumentals and … read more
Metallica is an American heavy metal band formed in Los Angeles in 1981 by James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich and later based in San Francisco. Known for fast tempos, complex instrumentals and aggressive musicianship, the group became one … read more