When it was released it was hated on by the thrash community, but has more than withstood the test of time. it was the original "sellout" song by metallica. In reality its a masterpiece.
@@abebrazil4309 that's a pretty subjective statement. One of the better crafted Metallica songs because anything after Justice most of their songs didn't go far past 4 mins because they became a radio band. But to say one of the best songs ever? Not even close
Love the reaction guys. This song is truly relatable to most people. That's why Metallica went farther than the other bands in their genre. This song received alot of negative feedback from people who weren't able to see it's true meaning. It's not promoting suicide. It is just saying you're not alone if you're having these thoughts. We've had them too. This song has helped alot of people get over bouts of depression and thoughts of suicide. One of Metallica's best songs. I rate it a 10.
That is your interpretation of what the song means but others interpret it in a completely different (literal)way. While many have taken inspiration from this song, many have also used this as a reason to give up on life. Its all subjective. I wouldn't push this on a teen that's suicidal and I grew up on Metallica.
@@benmorgan1502 I wouldn't PUSH ANYTHING on an emotional teen, I would attempt to use reason and examples in a calm manner. I appreciate your take on my comment, thank you.
Fade to Black Master of Puppets Then a ton tied for third: Sanitarium, One, Dyer's Eve, For Whom the Bell Tolls, Disposable Heroes, Creeping Death, and all of the instrumentals through Justice.
If you notice it, the beat follows the lyrics and what he's feeling. The feelings intensify as the guitars go harder and his emotions rise. The sound matches three lyrics very well. Imagine the sound representing emotional feelings while going through the thoughts he's saying in the lyrics.
This song is perfection. Mettalica in the 80s was just on point with their lyrics and music, amazing that 20 year olds can address such heavy topics so masterfully.
Such an amazing song with a great message! A message that was horribly received when it was first released. People thought that Metallica was promoting suicide due to the type of music they make, when in actuality it’s all about suicide awareness. Much love to ya both! Edit: Am I the only one that can’t help but smile when Lex starts smiling and vibing with the music 😄
Actually as someone pointed out already.... James wrote this after the bands equipment was stolen. Especially a Amp his mom brought him. So I guess this was his dark times lol
Curious, if you had a son that was suicidal... would you have him play this on repeat, alone in his bedroom? I grew up on Metallica and love metal, but lets be real... there is no great message in this song.
@@benmorgan1502 If I knew he was suicidal, and he was my son, I would give him the benefit of the doubt that he's not stupid enough to kill himself because of a song. If you think this song makes drug addiction (and being controlled in general) sound appealing, that's your problem. And a disturbing one at that.
@@fuckamericanidiot Its literally a song about giving up on life... Read the lyrics!! You can interpret as rainbows, unicorns, and butterflies if you want, but a suicidal teenager will relate to this in a very different way. "Nothing matters, no one else I have lost the will to live Simply nothing more to give There is nothing more for me Need the end to set me free. "Yesterday seems as though It never existed Death greets me warm Now I will just say goodbye Bye...
To the remark at the end about how dark has life been compared to someone else, I've had dark times but not nearly as bad as others. Some people try to discredit other's darkness because it's difficult to understand perspectives outside your own. So I always to try to say, "You never know how deep someone's well is when you only know the depth of your own". I've enjoyed the metal journey you two have taken. Cheers! And I would love to suggest Opeth - Ghost of Perdition live at the Red Rock Amphitheatre. I think they will have elements that both of you could really dig.
@@Jericho363 and Opeth will design the breathe of fresh air in musical form and make you realize it with such subtle intricacies. I can only define Opeth in deep metaphor. It’s not worthy of less layers.
17 when this came out..... cried when I heard this.... I didn't think anyone could understand how I felt. How it felt to hurt so much that you want release from life. This song got me through the worst times of my life. I still get feelings whenever I hear it. The song is a total departure from all previous Metallica songs and they received some backlash for it initially.
I've been through the death of an 11 year old son, the loss of my wife to cancer and then to top it off, a flood that destroyed all of me and my children's physical ties to the past. I wouldn't say any of it is worse than the desperation of a parent going to bed wondering how they are going to provide for their child the next day or a child's desperation from being bullied at school and feeling there is no way out. There isn't any reason to measure desperation. I never have related to Fade To Black. For me it's a simple song that's a precursor of things to come from Metallica. It's dipping their toes into melody and an accessible song structure which they mastered later. But the song has meant a lot to other people. No reason to compare that either. I like to listen to it knowing others love it.
I lost my wife to breast cancer and had to give my son to her parents not being able to care for him. I have felt the lyrics in the song a lot in the last six years but I keep fighting and this song help to get me through
This Song...This song has gotten so many of us through some very very tough times...Its also one of those songs that the sound guy plays at every heavy metal show you go to while you wait for the band to start. It never fails and when it plays you have THOUSANDS of people who sing along...Goosebumps...Once you experience it first hand you realize that you were never alone in the way you felt. This song means so much to so many people. Until you experience first hand thousands singing it before a show you just dont understand. I hope that someday you both can expeirence this it is something you will never forget.
Yes! One of my favorites🔥 This song was very intense as a teen. I used to blast this when I was in a low place, it actually helped. It helped you get those feels out❤
You have slowly become my favorite reaction channel. You put out so much content, and your analyses' are so thoughtful and relatable. Watching and listening to you 2 react to my favorite music, for the first time, with genuine excitement and enjoyment is like hearing it for the first time, all over again. Thank you for what you do. Keep going. We are all grateful.
Awww thanks Alex ❤️ what a nice comment!! Its so fun exploring music way outside of what we grew up with! Especially with you guess guiding us every step of the way so we understand the time period and the meaning better🤗
I've listened to the song, probably, too many times since my wife's death. The music and lyrics capture the emotions I have felt and continue to feel. We were together from the ages 11 and 12 and she passed at age 55 in 2015 and I cannot tell you the blackness that envelopes you when the person who was most present in your life, who you literally grew up with and was always there suddenly is gone... well it took 20 months total but believe me the last 30 min were sudden and the moment I felt her missing from the universe was instant and violent. I feel every word of this song and death is certainly not my enemy but I personally don't believe anyone has the right to say "I am in such misery that I will take my life and pass my pain onto those who care about me". Anyway believe me there are many people out there who hear this song and feel connected to it.
I was 14 when this album came out and going through some very dark times, this song saved me. Every word in the lyrics was what I was feeling but the final solo was so inspiring, so uplifting so impactful that it showed me that there was a little light within the darkness and there was hope... I'm 51 now and have had battled depression all my life yet this song is my life line...
I love how you both react, Lex is a rocker chick but, Brad you give it time to really add. I find that part awesome. Both of you are great personalities, even though sometimes differ. I'M 43, and too see a younger generation seeing the worth of these songs is awesome. Thank you for not letting these treasures fade into the abyss.
This song has saved me many times. It's Dark but real, it always made feel like I'm not alone and the way Metallica builds you up by the end of the song your blood is flowing and your pumped. And out of that dark cloud. They way Lex reacted to the guitar solo made me choke up . I love to see people experience what I got to experience most my life. And new people appreciating the true talent of this band. I'm going to give you another band and song that Metallica looked up to. And it's the band Deep Purple song is Child in time.
Metal is easily the most relatable genre of music. Everyone can find a message that speaks to them. Would love to see Lex get her face melted by Korn's cover of Metallica's One. They did it on an episode of MTV Icons.
Country music is also relatable if you see past the stereotype of what country music is. Same goes for any other genre, some relate better to NWA, but if you get past the stereotype it's relatable. Ice Cube had it so right in his press conference, they were just reporting on a reality main stream wanted to ignore.
Weird to think a song about suicide could save someone's life. It has mine. Still does from time to time. This is the song that built Metallica a home in my heart.
I'm an old veteran with PTSD. been in this darkness too many times. Thanks for reviewing it. You guys get the meaning of these songs so much better than some other reviewers. Thank-you. Keep up the good work!
Lex is on point! Not all depression is something that happened to you personally. You can see sadness in lots of things if you let your mind go there. I view life as a gift. We are miracles. Humans are 1 in a number we can't even count.
And one of the reasons Metal heads are some of the most likely to seek help for mental illness. Its not as much a taboo for us. Harvard I believe did a study
I've lost 4 family members to suicide. Metallica was the first band I heard singing about it in clear terms.. made a big impact on me as a young kid figuring it all out.
Omg, Such an Amazing Beautiful deep song. I cry everytime because it was my best friends song, He passed away 😢💔 It's deep, Beautiful & it will definitely make you feel for people whom are depressed or suicidal 💔 RIP Bobby❤
This is The first song my guitar teacher taught me when I was 12 and I just got in this music thang and I love this album. Now that I'm 40 and see you guys checking. out all the music I've listened to for years has made me so thank full for your channel. Thanks Brad and Lex. For being amazing.
Her smile when she gets into Kirk's solos (and James' to an extent) just lights me up inside. Stay happy! What a great band. Great song. Great video. Thank you for sharing!
This song meant a lot to me during my depressed teenage years. I really like the transition of the soft acoustic to the heavy guitars, it represents to me the sadness and self hatred that comes with depression. The end solo to me also represented someone at their final moments before they commit to ending themselves. It's a very powerful song.
I am one of those people who's happy meter is generally pegged to 100, but a huge empathetic response made me feel that this song expressed the pain of so many people in the world. Be kind and love those around you as the world is a very tough place for so many.
Understand that music can tell a story and create a mood along with (or even without) lyrics. The choice to use acoustic guitars were to help create that mood of dark sadness and helplessness. It implies that the protagonist is frail and falling apart. And of course the heavier electric parts represent the anger: “why do I feel this way?” “Why can’t I get out of this?” “I need help and no one is listening” The fact that the chorus has no lyrics is also very effective. It’s internal, the protagonist isn’t outwardly expressing with words how far gone he is. And of course the outro with the fade out during the solo says it all: he’s finally made the choice to end it all. He’s free.
This is one of my favorite Metallica songs. Such amazing melody, so many changes, it just hits me, every single time. Sometimes even if you're sad and listen to a sad song it can still build you up... maybe because you know someone else can relate.
Yooo right out the gate!! (Lex): "I wanna be EXPLOSIVE, ya know I wanna feel my spine from my head to my toes!!!" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 girl your spine don't go that far down lmao!
"Wanna be lit from my spine to my toes"... metalheads everywhere feel you. This song was the 4th on the album, from back before you could click through them. You've gotta hit the first four tracks in order: Fight Fire With Fire, Ride the Lightning, For Whom the Bell Tolls, and then you're ready for the intro that you said was just OK.
Everyone's been through dark times. Everyone's darkness is different. I've been a metal head since I was around 8 years old and Metallica was my intro to metal. Metallica and metal have helped me deal with so much bad crap in my life. I don't know where I would be without this music.
Guys, it's time ! Gojira - Flying Whales, the Gift of Guilt, Silvera, Vacuity ! You won't regret, I promise :D one if not the best metal band out there right now
GOJIRA!! Definitely a great recommendation. I'll buck the trend though and say that I prefer the studio versions over the live recordings - Live music is great when you're THERE, otherwise I think the studio version is the far better introduction to a song.
This song has helped so many of us metal heads cope with so many dark times - the feeling that someone out there understands and feels it too. Misery loves company. Fade To Black is widely regarded among Metallica's best songs - like top 5 by so many. Brad is spot on with the lyrics - many metal songs have very deep lyrics, like rap, it's meant to make you think. Lex's smile during that outro-solo, could light up a whole arena. To appease Lex's need to bounce off the walls, i will steer you to some of Metallica's others: Creeping Death, Battery, Blackened, Fuel, Disposable Heroes, Dyer's Eve
I've never been seriously depressed in my life, but this is still one of my favorite songs. The music is amazing. I can empathize with the lyrics even though I've never experienced it. The music helps to elicit that empathy.
I like you guys, you're cute together. I suspect Brad is an engineer of some kind. No idea what Lex does, but you were born to be a metal head. Brad--your description of going high and going low and coming back to baseline, that is essentially Bipolar disorder. I have it. A lot of Metallica songs are about addiction, loss of control, and a messed up childhood. That's because James had a messed up childhood, has struggled with alcoholism most of his adult life, and suffered from depression because of it. Keep in mind this song came out in 1984. I saw a commenter below mention something about the lack of a solo. The last few minutes of the song are a solo, ranked the 24th best guitar solo EVER by Guitar World.
The engineer guess seems good. Brad's analytical to Lex's emotional: while listening, he seems to like to think deeply about the songs, and she likes to experience them deeply.
By far the most intelligent reactions I've seen in the handful of y'all's videos I've caught. Actually, for me, the solo at the beginning is Kirk's best with Sanitarium's intro close behind. They aren't for noodleheads (those into fast tapping that sounds like "noodlenoodlenoodlenoodle"), but there is a raw emotion that makes them perfect for that one singular song. Sanitarium has an abrasiveness and unhinged feel, and this one just oozes sorrow.
I've heard countless people say this song prevented their suicides because they realized they weren't alone reaching that dark place. And I agree about intellect being a two-sided gift. Stupid people rarely have a "dark night of the soul" or a spiritual crossroads.
I usually feel better after listening to this song. Depression always felt like a never-ending low, and this song, with the lyrics and the increasing pace of the music, just reaches down and yanks my soul back up, even if it's only for a brief moment.
Ok Brad quit being mean and let Lex watch Stevie Ray Vaughan "Live" Texas Flood. This is the best guitar player never born. None can top him playing the blues. Just ask your subs.
My favorites are SRV, EVH, and Carlos Santana.... love plenty of others... actually consider some overall maybe better than Carlos and EVH in technique. But, their actual soul was shared with their guitars. Eddie came up with some crazy techniques... and Carlos, seems to almost melt into his guitar. Hendrix was good, but I don't consider him the best like some lists do. I think a lot of lists are built out of respect of the guitarist, more than his/her ability. Lita Ford was no joke on the guitar, but doesn't really get a lot of credit. I think Slash is extremely underrated as well... Clapton is definitely way up the list as well... The more I think of it... can there really be a list? Hard to compare genres of music, with a players actual ability.Because some of the music is so different. I tried playing guitar a few times... I just have massive respect for the talent needed to play it like some of these guys. Metal... without a doubt in my mind, and this isn't like a bandwagon jumper... Dimebag was literally fucking insane. That dude was pretty wasted when I saw Pantera in concert, and holy fuck man... He was simply amazing.
Yes. Lemme rephrase: Hell Yes. She may not be ready for his depth of shred though. Texas blues is next level compared to most mainstream metal sounds, and SRV shares the throne with Hendrix. She may not be ready. Perhaps some Dragonforce to prep her.
I agree that SRV is one badass blues man but.. I would also say B.B King.. Just listen to "All Over Again", "3 O'clock Blues" or "Blues Boy's Tune".. He can make you feel with 3 notes. Now, I know SRV has a few soulful tunes but he's mostly an animal of the shred variety lol. Also, let's not forget Rory Gallagher, Jimi Hendrix said in an interview that Rory is (he was still alive then) the best guitarist in the world. I'd love to see them react to some sweet blues though and then maybe get them into the old stuff like Son House, Skip James Blind Willie Johnson and Robert Johnson ;)
Yes when it comes to Metallica there songs 🎵 and solos and with the drums and vocals bass 🔊 all massive guitar 🎸 that is a true master piece 👏 to make it rain 🌧 the energy and power 🔋 into these songs 🎵 those melodies are the best 👌 and the bass 🔊 solos are really good
Brad, I very much appreciate you feelings. I'm glad and so impressed with your understanding of relativity and self control. I'm here with your as a fan.
Always good to remember just how young these guys were when this record was released.. Its incredible to think Cliff was the oldest at 22 then kirk 21 then James and Lars at 20.. Second album deep.. Damn!! wtf have I done with my life.. 😂🤷♂️
Lex hit it DEAD ON with the 'so much effort to return to a mediocre existence' comment. I haven't heard it put so bluntly and I feel like I needed to hear that
Tragic fact: James Hetfield (vocals & guitar) of Metallica was playing 'Fade to black' in a 1992 concert in Montreal when a stage pyro nearly killed him when it went off under him... he suffered major burns and had to be rushed to a hospital (Metallica's set was cancelled that night) Guns N' Roses went on after them, and they stopped playing after a short set... the stadium audience rioted and trashed the venue. Hetfield was treated & released - he couldn't play guitar for awhile, so they had a guest guitarist while he sang at the next show.
So many times in life we face issues that bring us to our knees.. lots of a loved one.. a break up.. devastation in life.. we lose a part of who we were.. this song helped bring out many tears that helped relieve some of that agony.. helped me time after time to get through dark moments
I'll use Evanescence's 'My Immortal' as an example (if you haven't heard it I highly suggest it for Amy Lee's voice). I've been fortunate enough so far to not have lost anyone close to me, so it's hard for me to personally relate to the song, but I absolutely love it regardless. If I can feel the emotion in a song, even if I can't relate, or if it helps me understand someone else's experience better, I love it and will listen to it.
Really good conversation toward the end of this song. Metal had helped me through a lot of these types of thoughts & emotions by just experiencing the feelings through the music. Eventually as i got older i came to a place where I'm just happy i exist & can experience all life has to offer , good & bad
I would definately recommend Slipknot - Sic (Download 2009 Concert) for that explosive feeling Lex needs :) to be honest any song from London 2002 and Download 2009 concerts
There's no telling how many youngsters this song helped through their depression. I know I was one of them.
Same.
Yeah bro i hear ya
Same
Same I'm 30 now but I know without this song bother by stone sour and nutshell by alice in chains I probably wouldn't have made it this far
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"Fade to Black", ironically, got me through some dark days as a teenager back when it was a new song.
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Same now and I'm 21.
Same
Saved my life almost as many times as (Welcome Home) Sanitarium.
Same as me I 46
Front to back, this song is widely regarded as one of the most finely crafted songs by one of the most respected metal bands of all time. 👊🏻
Honestly one of the best songs of all time.
aye
When it was released it was hated on by the thrash community, but has more than withstood the test of time. it was the original "sellout" song by metallica. In reality its a masterpiece.
Absolutely
@@abebrazil4309 that's a pretty subjective statement. One of the better crafted Metallica songs because anything after Justice most of their songs didn't go far past 4 mins because they became a radio band. But to say one of the best songs ever? Not even close
Love the reaction guys. This song is truly relatable to most people. That's why Metallica went farther than the other bands in their genre. This song received alot of negative feedback from people who weren't able to see it's true meaning. It's not promoting suicide. It is just saying you're not alone if you're having these thoughts. We've had them too. This song has helped alot of people get over bouts of depression and thoughts of suicide. One of Metallica's best songs. I rate it a 10.
This song has saved my life numerous times. It's food for the soul. Especially when I am depressed and have suicidal thoughts.
I just commented about how this is one of the songs that would help when I was in a dark place. Music has so much power.
So true
That is your interpretation of what the song means but others interpret it in a completely different (literal)way. While many have taken inspiration from this song, many have also used this as a reason to give up on life. Its all subjective. I wouldn't push this on a teen that's suicidal and I grew up on Metallica.
@@benmorgan1502 I wouldn't PUSH ANYTHING on an emotional teen, I would attempt to use reason and examples in a calm manner. I appreciate your take on my comment, thank you.
The smile that appeared on Lex's face when the song got heavier was priceless. Keep on rocking guys.
I notice that too in the Pantera vids I love watching her transformation into a metal head
Lex: I want music that's lit that I can feel from my spine to my toes. Me: WAIT FOR IT......
Hahaha....yep
My opinion is from the get go.
She needs a little "Dyers Eve" or "Spit out the Bone"
She should listen to Slayers , Season in the Abyss if she want to feel it from her spin to toes
LoL
I love how much Lex starts vibin with Kirk's solos. It's fun to watch.
Kirk is th fucking man silent from speech but loud af with that guitar
Never ever clicked so fast. My favourite Metallica song🔥🔥
Same here, then master of puppets
Fade to Black
Master of Puppets
Then a ton tied for third: Sanitarium, One, Dyer's Eve, For Whom the Bell Tolls, Disposable Heroes, Creeping Death, and all of the instrumentals through Justice.
Listen to justice for all, drum album
Y’all need to do Creeping Death, the most rocking song about Passover ever!
This song saved my life. I have it tattooed on my arm.
If you notice it, the beat follows the lyrics and what he's feeling. The feelings intensify as the guitars go harder and his emotions rise. The sound matches three lyrics very well. Imagine the sound representing emotional feelings while going through the thoughts he's saying in the lyrics.
This song saved me. I knew I wasn’t alone in my thoughts. Someone else knew how I felt. Metallica literally saved me and I owe them my life
This song is perfection. Mettalica in the 80s was just on point with their lyrics and music, amazing that 20 year olds can address such heavy topics so masterfully.
It blows me away to this day, really.
Such an amazing song with a great message! A message that was horribly received when it was first released. People thought that Metallica was promoting suicide due to the type of music they make, when in actuality it’s all about suicide awareness. Much love to ya both!
Edit: Am I the only one that can’t help but smile when Lex starts smiling and vibing with the music 😄
Actually as someone pointed out already.... James wrote this after the bands equipment was stolen. Especially a Amp his mom brought him. So I guess this was his dark times lol
Nope.. definitely not. I love how hyped she gets. Always makes me smile
Curious, if you had a son that was suicidal... would you have him play this on repeat, alone in his bedroom? I grew up on Metallica and love metal, but lets be real... there is no great message in this song.
@@benmorgan1502 If I knew he was suicidal, and he was my son, I would give him the benefit of the doubt that he's not stupid enough to kill himself because of a song.
If you think this song makes drug addiction (and being controlled in general) sound appealing, that's your problem. And a disturbing one at that.
@@fuckamericanidiot Its literally a song about giving up on life... Read the lyrics!! You can interpret as rainbows, unicorns, and butterflies if you want, but a suicidal teenager will relate to this in a very different way. "Nothing matters, no one else
I have lost the will to live
Simply nothing more to give
There is nothing more for me
Need the end to set me free.
"Yesterday seems as though
It never existed
Death greets me warm
Now I will just say goodbye
Bye...
To the remark at the end about how dark has life been compared to someone else, I've had dark times but not nearly as bad as others. Some people try to discredit other's darkness because it's difficult to understand perspectives outside your own. So I always to try to say, "You never know how deep someone's well is when you only know the depth of your own". I've enjoyed the metal journey you two have taken. Cheers! And I would love to suggest Opeth - Ghost of Perdition live at the Red Rock Amphitheatre. I think they will have elements that both of you could really dig.
@@Jericho363 Yeah, I totally agree about Opeth. They have been one of my favs for several decades know and I never get tired of listening to them.
@@Jericho363 and Opeth will design the breathe of fresh air in musical form and make you realize it with such subtle intricacies. I can only define Opeth in deep metaphor. It’s not worthy of less layers.
One of the MOST BEAUTIFUL musical compositions by ANYONE to date!
They wrote this song after their gear got stolen which included James' Amp that his Mom got him.
That was his last gift from her before she died from can cer
17 when this came out..... cried when I heard this.... I didn't think anyone could understand how I felt. How it felt to hurt so much that you want release from life.
This song got me through the worst times of my life. I still get feelings whenever I hear it.
The song is a total departure from all previous Metallica songs and they received some backlash for it initially.
That woman, knows real music! 🎸
Watching her with her eyes closed, feeling that solo.
It was amazing to see that!
I've been through the death of an 11 year old son, the loss of my wife to cancer and then to top it off, a flood that destroyed all of me and my children's physical ties to the past. I wouldn't say any of it is worse than the desperation of a parent going to bed wondering how they are going to provide for their child the next day or a child's desperation from being bullied at school and feeling there is no way out.
There isn't any reason to measure desperation.
I never have related to Fade To Black. For me it's a simple song that's a precursor of things to come from Metallica. It's dipping their toes into melody and an accessible song structure which they mastered later.
But the song has meant a lot to other people. No reason to compare that either. I like to listen to it knowing others love it.
I lost my wife to breast cancer and had to give my son to her parents not being able to care for him. I have felt the lyrics in the song a lot in the last six years but I keep fighting and this song help to get me through
@@traviscrockett3640 all the best to you. What better compliment could be payed to a song?
Jesus.
You are not alone brother, all the best.
i lost a duck once. i feel u bro
This Song...This song has gotten so many of us through some very very tough times...Its also one of those songs that the sound guy plays at every heavy metal show you go to while you wait for the band to start. It never fails and when it plays you have THOUSANDS of people who sing along...Goosebumps...Once you experience it first hand you realize that you were never alone in the way you felt. This song means so much to so many people. Until you experience first hand thousands singing it before a show you just dont understand. I hope that someday you both can expeirence this it is something you will never forget.
Yes! One of my favorites🔥 This song was very intense as a teen. I used to blast this when I was in a low place, it actually helped. It helped you get those feels out❤
"Fucking Hostile" from Pantera is a must!!
YES!!!!
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HELL YES
You have slowly become my favorite reaction channel. You put out so much content, and your analyses' are so thoughtful and relatable. Watching and listening to you 2 react to my favorite music, for the first time, with genuine excitement and enjoyment is like hearing it for the first time, all over again. Thank you for what you do. Keep going. We are all grateful.
Awww thanks Alex ❤️ what a nice comment!! Its so fun exploring music way outside of what we grew up with! Especially with you guess guiding us every step of the way so we understand the time period and the meaning better🤗
That ear to ear smile on Lex’s face during solos is what it’s all about. She rocks! 😂
@Lex
Pantera - “I’m Broken” is a very lit song. Gauranteed to take care of all that bottled up energy you have!
Yes please!
I second that 100%! Pantera in general if you're looking for that high energy stuff.
This is one of Metallica's songs that many veterans consider to be their personal anthem as soldiers. It's deep.
I've listened to the song, probably, too many times since my wife's death. The music and lyrics capture the emotions I have felt and continue to feel. We were together from the ages 11 and 12 and she passed at age 55 in 2015 and I cannot tell you the blackness that envelopes you when the person who was most present in your life, who you literally grew up with and was always there suddenly is gone... well it took 20 months total but believe me the last 30 min were sudden and the moment I felt her missing from the universe was instant and violent. I feel every word of this song and death is certainly not my enemy but I personally don't believe anyone has the right to say "I am in such misery that I will take my life and pass my pain onto those who care about me". Anyway believe me there are many people out there who hear this song and feel connected to it.
Intense.
Love the comment Rick lost my wife six years ago to breast cancer this song and others have help me through it
I'm sorry for your loss
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Lex is correct. The live version of this song is FANTASTIC. One of the best songs they do live.
First woman I have ever heard openly pine for guitar solos. They stopped playing them in the 90s with grunge it seems.
Lex is a true metalhead :)
I was 14 when this album came out and going through some very dark times, this song saved me. Every word in the lyrics was what I was feeling but the final solo was so inspiring, so uplifting so impactful that it showed me that there was a little light within the darkness and there was hope... I'm 51 now and have had battled depression all my life yet this song is my life line...
I love how you both react, Lex is a rocker chick but, Brad you give it time to really add. I find that part awesome. Both of you are great personalities, even though sometimes differ. I'M 43, and too see a younger generation seeing the worth of these songs is awesome. Thank you for not letting these treasures fade into the abyss.
This song has saved me many times. It's Dark but real, it always made feel like I'm not alone and the way Metallica builds you up by the end of the song your blood is flowing and your pumped. And out of that dark cloud. They way Lex reacted to the guitar solo made me choke up . I love to see people experience what I got to experience most my life. And new people appreciating the true talent of this band. I'm going to give you another band and song that Metallica looked up to. And it's the band Deep Purple song is Child in time.
Metal is easily the most relatable genre of music. Everyone can find a message that speaks to them.
Would love to see Lex get her face melted by Korn's cover of Metallica's One. They did it on an episode of MTV Icons.
The only thing about it is It's too short
@@metalmellie4371 True. They had to shorten the song for TV
Country music is also relatable if you see past the stereotype of what country music is. Same goes for any other genre, some relate better to NWA, but if you get past the stereotype it's relatable. Ice Cube had it so right in his press conference, they were just reporting on a reality main stream wanted to ignore.
This song saved my life when I was a teenager many times I thought I was the only kid that felt this way Metallica rules
Very Cool!! Your perception..
You share that with a lot of people. This song expresses those heavy emotions, and listeners release those tensions during the song. Its beautiful.
Watching Lex smile getting bigger and bigger as the solo goes was great. Good reaction.
Weird to think a song about suicide could save someone's life. It has mine. Still does from time to time. This is the song that built Metallica a home in my heart.
Love how Brad analyzes the lyrics & Lex feels the music-great reactions bc Metallica hits both spots!
I'm an old veteran with PTSD. been in this darkness too many times. Thanks for reviewing it. You guys get the meaning of these songs so much better than some other reviewers. Thank-you. Keep up the good work!
Lex is on point! Not all depression is something that happened to you personally. You can see sadness in lots of things if you let your mind go there. I view life as a gift. We are miracles. Humans are 1 in a number we can't even count.
Fade to Black is an Anthem for many people who defeated depression!
And one of the reasons Metal heads are some of the most likely to seek help for mental illness. Its not as much a taboo for us. Harvard I believe did a study
What a great world it would be if people cared for each other like you both do ! Listen to each other it matters !
I describe that intro as beautiful. This is definitely a classic and a masterpiece.
I've lost 4 family members to suicide. Metallica was the first band I heard singing about it in clear terms.. made a big impact on me as a young kid figuring it all out.
Hugs :)
There is a video of some teenage boys, playing this song at a high school talent show. They rock it.
the cargo short boys
It’s all about the guitar, their lead guitarist is so awesome!
Kirk Hammett? Their rhythm guitarist/vocalist’s name is James Hetfield
Omg, Such an Amazing Beautiful deep song. I cry everytime because it was my best friends song, He passed away 😢💔 It's deep, Beautiful & it will definitely make you feel for people whom are depressed or suicidal 💔 RIP Bobby❤
This is
The first song my guitar teacher taught me when I was 12 and I just got in this music thang and I love this album.
Now that I'm 40 and see you guys checking. out all the music I've listened to for years has made me so thank full for your channel.
Thanks Brad and Lex. For being amazing.
This song STILL is getting me through some dark hard times. ❤ you guys.
One of the most stunning pieces of music ever written that’s helped so many through dark times. Lyrically and musically stunning
I love how guitar solos put a smile on Lex's face👍😃
This song is a perfect example of why you should be nice to people because you never know what someone is going through.
You guys are definitely the two deepest of the reaction folks out there. In my opinion...
Her smile when she gets into Kirk's solos (and James' to an extent) just lights me up inside. Stay happy! What a great band. Great song. Great video. Thank you for sharing!
This song meant a lot to me during my depressed teenage years. I really like the transition of the soft acoustic to the heavy guitars, it represents to me the sadness and self hatred that comes with depression. The end solo to me also represented someone at their final moments before they commit to ending themselves. It's a very powerful song.
This song always gives me chills up and down my spine. “I was me but now he’s gone” always gets me
I am one of those people who's happy meter is generally pegged to 100, but a huge empathetic response made me feel that this song expressed the pain of so many people in the world. Be kind and love those around you as the world is a very tough place for so many.
this is a song that for most , takes you on a emotional journey.complete with arguably the most emotional solo and relatable lyrics ever put on tape.
Understand that music can tell a story and create a mood along with (or even without) lyrics. The choice to use acoustic guitars were to help create that mood of dark sadness and helplessness. It implies that the protagonist is frail and falling apart. And of course the heavier electric parts represent the anger: “why do I feel this way?” “Why can’t I get out of this?” “I need help and no one is listening”
The fact that the chorus has no lyrics is also very effective. It’s internal, the protagonist isn’t outwardly expressing with words how far gone he is. And of course the outro with the fade out during the solo says it all: he’s finally made the choice to end it all. He’s free.
This is one of my favorite Metallica songs. Such amazing melody, so many changes, it just hits me, every single time.
Sometimes even if you're sad and listen to a sad song it can still build you up... maybe because you know someone else can relate.
You can always tell a new metalhead, just look at when the guitar grabs lex by her soul and takes her on a ride.
This song changed my life. That guitar solo is just mesmerising. My favourite song by far.
This song saved my life, I was in a very dark place in my early years. Listen to the lyrics it’s a deeply important message about suicide.
One of greatest songs of all time. I used to listen it every morning when I was getting ready for work. And you can't change it , it is perfect.
Yooo right out the gate!! (Lex): "I wanna be EXPLOSIVE, ya know I wanna feel my spine from my head to my toes!!!" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 girl your spine don't go that far down lmao!
sounds like just a new turn of phrase for a transformative state of mind, language changes
we need a Dyers Eve reaction!! lol
Brad's explanation of always coming back to that baseline really struck a cord with me. Makes a lot of sense
"Wanna be lit from my spine to my toes"... metalheads everywhere feel you. This song was the 4th on the album, from back before you could click through them. You've gotta hit the first four tracks in order: Fight Fire With Fire, Ride the Lightning, For Whom the Bell Tolls, and then you're ready for the intro that you said was just OK.
Yes, it's a whole album experience
I have never seen such joy at the end of this song. Great reaction!
All I could think about after you said "Dr. Lex here " is Lex saying "I got a fever and the only prescription....is more 🎸 "
Never tired hearing this song. It sings to my soul every time. Glad you liked it!
Everyone's been through dark times. Everyone's darkness is different. I've been a metal head since I was around 8 years old and Metallica was my intro to metal. Metallica and metal have helped me deal with so much bad crap in my life. I don't know where I would be without this music.
This is one of Metallica's best songs period. The softer sound just fits with this song so well.
Guys, it's time !
Gojira - Flying Whales, the Gift of Guilt, Silvera, Vacuity !
You won't regret, I promise :D one if not the best metal band out there right now
Where dragons dwell, the live version of course ;)
OMG YES!!
Gojira is my favorite
@@christopherlynn1064 Probably almost all of their live catalog is better than studio version haha
GOJIRA!! Definitely a great recommendation. I'll buck the trend though and say that I prefer the studio versions over the live recordings - Live music is great when you're THERE, otherwise I think the studio version is the far better introduction to a song.
@@somniumrabidum absolutely agree!
This song has helped so many of us metal heads cope with so many dark times - the feeling that someone out there understands and feels it too. Misery loves company.
Fade To Black is widely regarded among Metallica's best songs - like top 5 by so many.
Brad is spot on with the lyrics - many metal songs have very deep lyrics, like rap, it's meant to make you think.
Lex's smile during that outro-solo, could light up a whole arena.
To appease Lex's need to bounce off the walls, i will steer you to some of Metallica's others: Creeping Death, Battery, Blackened, Fuel, Disposable Heroes, Dyer's Eve
This song got me thru some really heavy shit in my mid 20s
I've never been seriously depressed in my life, but this is still one of my favorite songs. The music is amazing. I can empathize with the lyrics even though I've never experienced it. The music helps to elicit that empathy.
I haven't listened to much of Metallica but I remember hearing this song and thinking it's pretty deep lol.
Most of there early music at least their first four albums are extremely deep. Dealing with addiction and Mental health.
This song will always make me cry. For so many reasons. By far one of the best songs ever made. Hands down.
I like you guys, you're cute together. I suspect Brad is an engineer of some kind. No idea what Lex does, but you were born to be a metal head.
Brad--your description of going high and going low and coming back to baseline, that is essentially Bipolar disorder. I have it.
A lot of Metallica songs are about addiction, loss of control, and a messed up childhood. That's because James had a messed up childhood, has struggled with alcoholism most of his adult life, and suffered from depression because of it.
Keep in mind this song came out in 1984.
I saw a commenter below mention something about the lack of a solo. The last few minutes of the song are a solo, ranked the 24th best guitar solo EVER by Guitar World.
The engineer guess seems good. Brad's analytical to Lex's emotional: while listening, he seems to like to think deeply about the songs, and she likes to experience them deeply.
By far the most intelligent reactions I've seen in the handful of y'all's videos I've caught.
Actually, for me, the solo at the beginning is Kirk's best with Sanitarium's intro close behind. They aren't for noodleheads (those into fast tapping that sounds like "noodlenoodlenoodlenoodle"), but there is a raw emotion that makes them perfect for that one singular song. Sanitarium has an abrasiveness and unhinged feel, and this one just oozes sorrow.
@@brad_wilson so that would make Brad a Capricorn and Lex a Cancer lol
I love your Metallica reactions... best reaction on the tube!
I’m a simple man. I see Brad and Lex, I click like.
This song composition is classic and perfected...you can't help but to hear it all
The acoustic with the electric... goosebumps
I've heard countless people say this song prevented their suicides because they realized they weren't alone reaching that dark place.
And I agree about intellect being a two-sided gift. Stupid people rarely have a "dark night of the soul" or a spiritual crossroads.
It definitely prevented my suicide
Dark stuff is made for those who feel alone to suddenly feel as if others are with them...sharing pain....diluting it with the sharing.
James wrote this after a bunch of the bands gear was stolen, including James favorite Marshall amp
that James's mom bought him before she died I believe
@@kenssd yup
I usually feel better after listening to this song. Depression always felt like a never-ending low, and this song, with the lyrics and the increasing pace of the music, just reaches down and yanks my soul back up, even if it's only for a brief moment.
Ok Brad quit being mean and let Lex watch Stevie Ray Vaughan "Live" Texas Flood. This is the best guitar player never born. None can top him playing the blues. Just ask your subs.
I have to agree....SRV is the GOAT
My favorites are SRV, EVH, and Carlos Santana.... love plenty of others... actually consider some overall maybe better than Carlos and EVH in technique. But, their actual soul was shared with their guitars. Eddie came up with some crazy techniques... and Carlos, seems to almost melt into his guitar. Hendrix was good, but I don't consider him the best like some lists do. I think a lot of lists are built out of respect of the guitarist, more than his/her ability. Lita Ford was no joke on the guitar, but doesn't really get a lot of credit. I think Slash is extremely underrated as well... Clapton is definitely way up the list as well...
The more I think of it... can there really be a list? Hard to compare genres of music, with a players actual ability.Because some of the music is so different. I tried playing guitar a few times... I just have massive respect for the talent needed to play it like some of these guys.
Metal... without a doubt in my mind, and this isn't like a bandwagon jumper... Dimebag was literally fucking insane. That dude was pretty wasted when I saw Pantera in concert, and holy fuck man... He was simply amazing.
Yes.
Lemme rephrase: Hell Yes.
She may not be ready for his depth of shred though. Texas blues is next level compared to most mainstream metal sounds, and SRV shares the throne with Hendrix. She may not be ready. Perhaps some Dragonforce to prep her.
I've been waiting for some Stevie Ray ever since they discovered top tier guitar. SRV is a beast
I agree that SRV is one badass blues man but.. I would also say B.B King.. Just listen to "All Over Again", "3 O'clock Blues" or "Blues Boy's Tune".. He can make you feel with 3 notes. Now, I know SRV has a few soulful tunes but he's mostly an animal of the shred variety lol.
Also, let's not forget Rory Gallagher, Jimi Hendrix said in an interview that Rory is (he was still alive then) the best guitarist in the world. I'd love to see them react to some sweet blues though and then maybe get them into the old stuff like Son House, Skip James Blind Willie Johnson and Robert Johnson ;)
I luv that beautiful smile that shows up when a guitar solo starts.
Yes when it comes to Metallica there songs 🎵 and solos and with the drums and vocals bass 🔊 all massive guitar 🎸 that is a true master piece 👏 to make it rain 🌧 the energy and power 🔋 into these songs 🎵 those melodies are the best 👌 and the bass 🔊 solos are really good
This song I played a lot in the most darkest period of my life. So glad u done this one.❤
Lex needs fast pace metal. I suggest, Battery, Dyers eve or Damage Inc. (all Metallica).
Brad, I very much appreciate you feelings. I'm glad and so impressed with your understanding of relativity and self control. I'm here with your as a fan.
This song, And Megadeth "In my darkest hour"...got me through some real shit. Maybe check out that song also
Also Suicidal Tendencies.. How will I laugh tomorrow
Always good to remember just how young these guys were when this record was released.. Its incredible to think Cliff was the oldest at 22 then kirk 21 then James and Lars at 20.. Second album deep.. Damn!! wtf have I done with my life.. 😂🤷♂️
One of the only guitar solos that can make me cry. The emotion put into it, and that comes out of it, is extremely powerful.
Pantera”Cowboys From Hell” that will get Lex’s Spine Tingling‼️💯🔥🤘🏼
Lex hit it DEAD ON with the 'so much effort to return to a mediocre existence' comment. I haven't heard it put so bluntly and I feel like I needed to hear that
Tragic fact: James Hetfield (vocals & guitar) of Metallica was playing 'Fade to black' in a 1992 concert in Montreal when a stage pyro nearly killed him when it went off under him... he suffered major burns and had to be rushed to a hospital (Metallica's set was cancelled that night)
Guns N' Roses went on after them, and they stopped playing after a short set... the stadium audience rioted and trashed the venue. Hetfield was treated & released - he couldn't play guitar for awhile, so they had a guest guitarist while he sang at the next show.
This was when I lost any respect I had for GNR.
So many times in life we face issues that bring us to our knees.. lots of a loved one.. a break up.. devastation in life.. we lose a part of who we were.. this song helped bring out many tears that helped relieve some of that agony.. helped me time after time to get through dark moments
I'll use Evanescence's 'My Immortal' as an example (if you haven't heard it I highly suggest it for Amy Lee's voice). I've been fortunate enough so far to not have lost anyone close to me, so it's hard for me to personally relate to the song, but I absolutely love it regardless. If I can feel the emotion in a song, even if I can't relate, or if it helps me understand someone else's experience better, I love it and will listen to it.
Really good conversation toward the end of this song. Metal had helped me through a lot of these types of thoughts & emotions by just experiencing the feelings through the music. Eventually as i got older i came to a place where I'm just happy i exist & can experience all life has to offer , good & bad
I would definately recommend Slipknot - Sic (Download 2009 Concert) for that explosive feeling Lex needs :) to be honest any song from London 2002 and Download 2009 concerts