Originally released in 1992 before being uploaded to YouTube in 2009, the “Nothing Else Matters” video shows Metallica working and hanging out the studio while recording their massive 1991 self-titled record, aka The Black Album.įittingly, “Nothing Else Matters” hit the billion-views mark just ahead of The Black Album‘s 30th anniversary, August 12. “Nothing Else Matters” is also the just the sixth ’90s music video to join the billion-views club, following Nirvana‘s “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” Guns N’ Roses‘ “November Rain,” The Cranberries‘ “Zombie,” 4 Non Blondes‘ “What’s Up,” and Whitney Houston‘s “I Will Always Love You.” The visual for the Black Album hit single has officially passed one billion views on YouTube, making it the first-ever Metallica video to reach the milestone. And that includes watching Metallica‘s “Nothing Else Matters” video many, many times. Listen to Stapleton’s version of “Nothing Else Matters” in the video below.Life is ours, we live it our way. Fans can look forward to remastered original tracks, demos, live performances, and even content from rehearsals. The release will also include a deluxe version of The Black Album. The Metallica Blacklist is expected to debut on September 10. 'Dont Tread On Me' and 'Nothing Else Matters' written by James Hetfiield. Collectors 12' black vinyl with printed sleeve and an exclusive etched design on the B-side.

Several other artists have covered “Nothing Else Matters,” including a group production featuring Miley Cyrus, Elton John, WATT, Robert Trujilo, Yo-Yo-Ma, and Chad Smith. 45rpm 12' Vinyl Single With Exclusive Etching Ed Banger Records proudly presents Metallicas 'Dont Tread On Else Matters - SebastiAn Remix', courtesy of Metallica. Other country music and Americana artists have contributed to versions from the iconic Black Album, including Darius Rucker, Jason Isbell, Mickey Guyton, and Jon Pardi. While Stapleton brings a different style, his musical liberties do not remove the original track’s depth. The eight-minute rendition focuses on the song’s groove with less emphasis on the thunderous bite of the initial release. A post shared by Chris Stapleton version of the song intertwines his country and soulful roots with a heavy-metal flare.

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