The guitar solo in this song is one of Kirk Hammett's greatest compositions. I've been listening to it for over 30 years and it still hits me like the first time I heard it.

"One" is your next one for certain. Another deep and emotional song.

Kirk proves in this guitar solo that there's more emotion to be given and heard in a few slowly bent notes than in a hundred quickly played notes. It's one of the best non-shredder solos done by a shredder.

So hard to believe they were in their 20's when they recorded this, and now they're all turning 60...Where has the time gone?

"One" or "Nothing Else Matters" should be one of your next reacts!!! Great react, as always.....Keep on Rockin' Kathryn!!!

James' upbringing (the singer) was quite oppressive in parts. Both parents were part of Christian Science, which believes that you should not seek medical help if you get sick. So his mother died of cancer when he was 16 due to this. Before or after (can't remember) his dad left. So this is James sharing his pain and abandonment.

You feel exactly the same as I did when I first heard this song over 30 years ago. Great reaction. Thank you for showing to us.

the way she moves her head when the solo part...she's truly enjoying it! she is about to cry :) we feel like that :) we metalheads do have feelings too.

this song hits waaay harder when you know the words. being a grown man and listening to the words in this song takes me to places i dont really wanna go in my head.

My wife calls me a poser (she was a metalhead long before I was), but this song is what originally pulled me into Metallica back when I was in high school.

WOW, you were virtually speechless throughout the entire song. And that's powerful to have that kind of effect on a person. I'm 52 now and have been listening to these guys since highschool and this song in particular has always had that effect on me too. It brings a tear to my eyes virtually every time I listen to it, and I've probably heard it a thousand times. DEFINITELY one of the best songs I've ever heard, by ANYONE. Another one that's right at the top of the list for me for Metallicas power ballads is Nothing Else Matters. Another great melodic song and James' vocals are ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC. Please check out next

Bob Rock's influence on The Black Album is undeniable. As a younger fan, I was so angry with that collaboration. As I got older, I grew to appreciate Rob Rock, so much so that today, The Black Album is in my top 3 Metallica albums

Love your facial expressions and how your eyes light up when you’re really “feeling” a song. Any reactor as genuine as you appear to be will eventually create a large following should they choose to continue putting out content. I’ll certainly be watching.

I’m the same way. I feel the instruments first then the lyrics. Great reaction 🤘. That whole album is really good.

One of my favourites of all time, such a powerful message and beautiful music, and great video. You could try to have the lyrics open in a phone or tablet so you can have a glimpse at them, and some people don't like it, but you can pause and comment on things or review the lyrics or a video scene (as long as you rewind and never cut the track 🤣) Following for a bit and so far liking your videos. Keep it up.

I'll never get tired of seeing slow motion shots of Jason windmilling his hair. Man, I miss that guy.

Your reaction and expression make these songs even more beautiful than they are. Thank you!

Unforgiven is just another in a long line of epic-level songs Metallica has written, composed and performed over the years. They are masters of their craft. Never been to a show of theirs that disappointed either. They always deliver live on stage. Give "One" a listen next. That song is a masterpiece and the official video illustrates the story the song is conveying in such a deep way. Great reaction!

Well you can't stop now. You have to complete the trilogy. Unforgiven II, and Unforgiven III

I seen them when they toured this album it was called an evening with Metallica. There was no opening act. It was three hours of them jamming such an amazing concert.

Nothing Else Matters. One of the best songs i've heard honestly, beautiful

Go down the Metallica rabbit hole. Then go see them live. Absolutely a fantastic show. Worth every penny. 🤘🎸🤘

"what ive felt what ive known never shined thru in what ive shown, never free never ME so i dub the Unforgiven!" James says basically that he became too "tuff" becuse life forced him,and now he cant express his emotion even tho he feels too much,and hes clogged,and regretful for life,powerful lines.

This is my favorite Metallica song. This is also one of their more interesting videos. Love the guitars in this one. Can I suggest you try some Rammstein. They put on the ultimate show in their live performances. I would suggest Rammlied or Engel from the Madison Square Gardens show or Sonne from the Rock im Park show or Ich Will from the Hurricane Festival. They put on a show you won’t forget.

Great reaction , loved it. I am the same as you, I listen to the complete song first. Feeling the music and the vocals' energy first. After a while, I start listening to the lyrics. As mentioned before ,another great Metallica powerballad is 'One'. The greatest of them all. You need to listen and watch their official video because the video enhances the power of the song and the other way around.

Just subscribed to your channel and I have to say you have great taste in music and the way you're reacting to the song shows me that you're not just listening to the song you're actually feeling it. I would love to see you react to a band called Five Finger Death Punch especially to their song Coming Down 🤘👍

I am very much the same with music, I tend to feel music rather than listen to lyrics and people are often surprised that I have no idea what they say unless I have listened to something so much that the words have subliminally sunk in!

One of the best songs ever!! Thanks for the reaction!!

Таких искренних эмоций я давно не видел . Спасибо Вам 🌹

"that old man here is me" Until that point I didn't realize he was talking about himself. When I finally got it, The Unforgiven became one of me favs

Loving your channel. You’ve been reacting to some great music, but seriously, how have you not gone down the Falling in Reverse rabbit hole yet?! “Watch the World Burn” has got to be the most reacted to song in the last couple weeks since it’s release. You are going to love it. Guaranteed!!! All their videos are insane, high budget and the music is fire! 🔥🔥🔥 Trust me, you won’t regret it.

Would love to hear your reaction to Metallica "One"

that was me the first time I saw/heard Unforgiven...I was speechless, had a celestial experience...and was only 12 at the time!

Super!!! I'm waiting for reaction on "No leaf clover" 1999 live with symphony!

I bought this album when it first came out. Boy do I feel old.

If you love guitar and feel music, you need to listen to Pink Floyd. They will take you on a musical journey and make you feel every emotion….

I also, like you described, am someone who "feels" music. I don't necessarily hear it, and some of my favourite songs in the world... I couldn't tell you what they're about or what half the words are. Certain combinations of notes, instruments, sounds, and dissonance give me chills and major goosebumps. One of the best examples of this for me is Mr. Crowley by Ozzy Osbourne. Could set up a wind farm on my arm hairs for that one.

Their music is so good its like listening to a movie soundtrack. I urge you to react to both Unforgiven 2 and Unforgiven 3. Personally, i rate them, 3, 1 and 2 but all are good songs. I'm loving your Metallica reactions but given your love of their music, i think you would love the greatest rock band of all time, Led Zeppelin. They simply don't have a bad song...well maybe one or two? Maybe start with Dazed and Confused, off their first album. You won't ever look back and if you've never experienced them before, you are in for a musical feast.

Gran reacción. Se nota que lo sientes. Un abrazo desde Santiago de Chile😁

I love Metallica growing up but now with the instrumentals and words I think they are definitely the greatest Metal band to ever do it .

4:20 chills alert

Ahh, now you just have to do Unforgiven 2 & 3... I would suggest "The Day that Never Comes" and "Halo on Fire". Also if you want to go into a totally different direction "Dyers Eve" is phenomenal.

Best best best song ever!! Thank you for your reaction ❤️

There is Unforgiven 2 and Unforgiven 3, you need to listen the complete triology to understand the song and what it is about

Please do any song from Alice in Chains - Unplugged. This concert/show, specifically the song Nutshell, is often described as Layne (yes its spelled that way too) Staley singing at his own funeral.

Great song, and great reaction. I am the same way when it comes to lyrics vs feeling the music! I'm definitely a feeler. 😂

Just to let you know you should do unforgiven 2 and unforgiven 3 it’s 3 song trilogy you should do disposable hero’s and one

I love this song. One of my favorites. 😋

Now Unforgiven II from ReLoad. Both personal favourites of mine, but I just like II more.

You gonna love The Unforgiven II and III :)

Hi there, one of my favourite bands, just epic. Love and peace for everyone!

Could you please react to pink floyd comfortably numb live at pulse 2016. I promise you won't regret it. Also a little tip don't pause on the solo

Me encantó su reacción en el solo 🖤

Your reactions are so authentic it's so raw and full of emotion no matter the music content you listen to. Love it keep it up check out - all about you classified acoustic version please 🙏

Nice reaction 👍🏻 If you are a feeler you definitely should check out Marillion, you'll ♥️ it! Try Neverland (live 2009).... Not only the 🎸 will make you feel, but also the singer!!

WE NEED YOU TO PLEASE REACT TO METALLICA ~ “TURN THE PAGE” Music Video😭😭😭🔥(Get the tissues ready!)

enjoy to watch you enjoy

James said in an interview that this song is about him not being able to forgive his father. i.e. for leaving him and his sick mother high and dry with nothing.

I never really listened to Metallica lyrics, despite listening to their music for years and even singing along. My ear always gravitated heavily to instrumentals. So I always primarily just focused on the instruments.

NOTHING ELSE MATTERS!!! Do it, ill follow you to the stars 🤩

Second lol love your reactions

The unforgiven is a trilogy of songs....this one was the first, the second chapter was on "Reload" and is titled "The unforgiven II " , the third and last part of the trilogy appeared in "Death Magnetic" in 2008 and is titled (guess what ?) "The unforgiven III" I really recommend going through them too....

This is my story. It’s like they were witness to me growing up and documented through song so It can help me heal. which it continues to do.

my love song

You picked a great one

“One” watch the official video, be prepared to cry

I don't care what anyone says watch the video with lyrics. Yes music videos are portant in heavy value bought for a first time viewer to fully understand the song you have to understand the lyrics while you're hearing the music. Don't listen to anyone it's absolutely imperative that you have the lyrics in front of you while you're Is hearing the song for the first time.

One! Yes, please do One! The official video for full impact...

Best Metallica ... and best history song !

By metallica awsome song

KL's tagline: "#chills" 😁

Lyrically, this song is a cradle-to-the-grave story. Following the life of the protagonist, from birth to death. Finally, we hear the line "That old man here is me." This shifts the song from the Third to the First Person. Which changes the song from being about some distant stranger, to being about the narrator. This song is a grim but beautiful tale, about enduring a life of mediocrity.

Forgive me if I’m echoing another comment… this song is about a boy growing up in a religious household, forced religious teaching down his throat and taught not to question God (first verse). The second verse the boy has grown but he’s now in a battle with his upbringing- a life to please God and others - family, priests, whoever. He then grows old “die regretfully “. “That old man here is me” refers to the lyricist- James Hetfield, Metallica’s lead singer who grew up in a strict, religious house, who lost his mother at age 16 because medical intervention was against their religion. He believed she could have been saved if it weren’t for their beliefs.

One, Nothing Else Matters, Enter Sandman (live Moscow 91'), Creeping Death (live Moscow 91')

Can I be so bold to do a few suggestions, since you say you love to feel the music? Try some Led Zeppelin: Achilles last stand, Since I've been loving you, Wholla lotta love, and many others really give some thrills. Ofcourse there is Stairway to heaven, but that song is known by every living soul on this planet. Ow and there is Black Sabbath. They have some song that really do it: War Pigs, Children of the grave, they are just wow. Just suggestions. Ow btw, love your work.

Since you are on rock tracks, i highly recoment you listen to wardruna.. And especialy the songs: raido, helvegen( live with aurora) , lyfjaberg, voluspa. The english lyrics on most of them can be found in the description box.. I guarante you will feel things you didnt know existed.. Cheers from greece!

Metallica - Bleeding me

You gotta do "One" next. Make sure and do the official video version of that one. It will knock your socks off.

The greatest writing by James imo. Lars showing off why he is one of the most important person in Metallica. This song was supposed to be a traditional ballad just like fade to black, it was Lars's idea to go the opposite route with a heavy verse and a melodic soft chorus and there you have if it, one of the greatest songs ever made.

Kirk "the ripper" hammett with one of his best guitar solos. Probably one of his hardest due to his crazy style

I love your reactions to Metallica and that you're already on the black album, but I recommend going back a bit and going through ORION before continuing hehehehe

the end of screaming James, sad, he roared like a lion in "for whom the bell tolls" live in Moscow. By the way, that would make a good react video.

Pantera - Cemetery Gates Its a must on the road you're going down. Subbed

Love your reactions, You should give a listen to Unleash the Archers: Awakening the band is amazing

React to The Day That Never Comes by Metallica live performance!! Plss

Definitely add Pink Floyd to your videos list, theyre the orignal Tool haha. Seriously though both bands have incredibly emotional songs with amazing lyrics and instrumentals. Pink Floyd id start with 'Time' or The live version of Comfortably Numb for one of the best guitar solos of all time. A Tool songs to try next id reccomend 'The Grudge or Lateralus'

We want more heavy!!!! Creeping death or disposable heroes!

A couple of Metallica suggestions... "...And Justice For All" live from Seattle '89 "The Four Horsemen" live from San Diego '91 And "Nothing Else Matters" official video. Oh, & if you like instrumentals, "Orion" & "To Live Is To Die", album version of both. 🤘🏻

The Unforgiven trilogy is my favorite song(s)

I was the singer & lyricist in my band and I didn't care about the lyrics. I wrote for melodies, the beat, the feel.

Great song choice to react

You need to check out the theatrical version of "One", not the live version, not the radio edit, but the full-length video

You should also check out metallica and the San Francisco symphony doing no leaf clover

This is a trilogy of songs. I suggest you listen to the other 2 asap for comparison and so you can see the progression of the message in all 3 songs.

You are a good reaction lady

Kathryn love your music 🎶 🎼 reactions You need to react to MetallicA One studio version and One the music video after

If want more Kirk Hammet's solo guitar just listen to: The day that never comes Unforgiven II Unforgiven III Dyers Eve Creeping Death When ever i may roam Sad but true And justice for all

I saw an abhorrent lack of people recommending you check out the sequels to this song "Unforgiven II" and "Unforgiven III" so I will. 2 and 3 are direct sequels to this and they continue the story of the person this story is written around.

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I think this might be my favorite song from Metallica. Can't decide lol