FIRST TIME listening to METALLICA "Enter Sandman" REACTION

[@lillyjanereacts]

What band should I start reacting to besides Metallica ?

[@caidema]

Korn - Blind Woodstock 1999

[@cabdirnt1987]

Judith - A perfect circle

[@ericgaudet5488]

Guns and Fucking Roses

[@MrEpicTricks]

AC/DC - For those about to rock (we salute you!)

[@LasCaniMarcioRocha]

🤘🤘🙏💜💜🖤🖤😊🌹

[@ceeph36]

If you want to hear James write lyrics about his mother. Listen to "the God that failed" from this same album

[@epicgamer6678]

Dyers Eve from And Justice For All as well.

[@karlaschmidt4229]

Or 'Mama said' from ... Load? Reload? Can't remember the album right now. But the song is about finally letting her go and grow.

[@mztweety1374]

I feel so bad for him, I just wanna go back in time and give him a hug...😢

[@ARandomInternetUser08]

@@mztweety1374 me too. 😭 It is beyond saddening to hear what people dealt with and how it affected them.

[@improveourselves3929]

You're not tripping at all, I interpreted it like that as well. And I'm sorry for the trauma you went through. I've been there as well, even once trapped inside of a coma for a month, dreaming hellacious dreams and not knowing what was real. I'm so glad James was able to communicate his pains through music, and I'm so glad that you opened up to share your experience as well. Many of us out here have similar experiences and it really helps when people open their hearts and reveal painful truths, it's cathartic and helps all who have goodness in their heart. Every quiver in your voice as you were relating that story kept me tearing up and relating with you. My heart goes out to you, and I appreciate the honest wonderful reactions you do. Continue being yourself, you are loved. :-)

[@MarianoSalinas]

I think the same

[@adnap]

Thank you for sharing a bit of your personal pain and self with us. I could tell that was hard for you. That couldn’t have been easy. You may have had a vulnerability and a tremble in your voice, but I can tell that you’re a strong one and by being here and still rocking, you’re showing the world that you can take anything it throws at you. Here’s to you. Here’s to better days in the sun.

[@martinhemmingsen8813]

I know it's been quite a while since you uploaded this video, but I just saw it for the first time. The way you put yourself out there and told us about your nightmares and PTSD. Wow, I just love you for being so honest. Also, great reaction!

[@shawn.m.schmidt]

When an artist makes a song and sends it out into the world, it is no longer their song. It belongs to you the listener, and whatever it means to you, however it touches you, is exactly how it is supposed to be.

[@continentalaquatics2725]

James said the song was originally about crib death. Producer Bob Rock persuaded the band to make a song that was a little bit more consumer friendly. This music video was regularly on MTV for practically a year back in 92-93 and paved the way for a more expansive group of fans. The Black Album is controversial amongst many Metallica fans, but it marked a period where James’ lyrics started becoming a bit more introspective. This song was just an opening shot to gain attention from the record company, and what a great idea it was!

[@JBeck33]

Yes, they lost some fans because of it. But, they gained many, many more.

[@baconwafers4928]

Agreed. Black Album was the last one they dropped that I liked. Too hard to deny the energy from tracks like Of Wolf & Man, and My Friend of Misery (my 2 favorites off the album.). And I was listening to Kill Em All on a cassette tape mailed from one of my pen pals in Cali. It's how it got around back in the day. Caught Master of Puppets opening tour & And Justice For All (with Queensryche opening doing all of Operation Mindcrime, shit was amazing night). But I don't blame Metallica. And I can accept I have grown throughout their career. And some tastes have changed. Nuclear Assault was in daily rotation for me and now I might pop it on when cleaning occasionally.

[@gthewolf7948]

​@@baconwafers4928the last? Wrong

[@baconwafers4928]

@gthewolf7948 Wrong? That is your response? Wrong? I didn't write out 2+2=7. That's wrong. What I posted was clearly an opinion. While they may differ no opinion is wrong. See in a civilized society, the one Metallica and I grew up, a proper response from you would have been "While I respect your opinion mine is different and here is why....." But wrong...nahhh. Consider it a life lesson for your fuckin waifu ass.

[@jamesstaunton8151]

Thanks!

[@lillyjanereacts]

Thank you for supporting my channel. I appreciate you (:

[@johnkelley7868]

The tool rabbit hole is a deep one you interpret lyrics very well I think Tool is right up your alley

[@23hunter152]

Love that you keep coming back to Metallica. I highly recommend No Leaf Clover, Welcome Home (Sanitarium), Fight Fire with Fire, and The Unforgiven. Just to name a few

[@BigCool95]

oh these are great recommendations! i love no leaf clover, and welcome home

[@kennethmarkwith4678]

All great songs indeed, the song I've always thought was their most under rated one, at least one thats rarely requested, is Outlaw Torn. Fucking great song

[@MistsMagic]

Unforgiven I-III. They tell a story.

[@NYC_Goody]

Welcome home one of my all time favorite metallica songs! Even though I probably have about over 40 lmao!

[@jayw3512]

I recommend every single track by Metallica!!!

[@herrzimm]

Still hoping to get to Metallica's "Whiplash" just for the energy and drive. Not to mention the fact that it is a track that not only explains the band, but the fans as well.

[@sydepipez]

Yeah “Whiplash” needs to be on the list!

[@OriginalMiztiki]

I have a Metallica cleaning playlist. Metallica and coffee give me the motivation I need to get things done, and Whiplash is a great start. It’s just fun! 😁

[@TokusatsuGamingfan]

The live version of Whiplash from either Seattle 1989 or San Diego 1992 is an absolute must in my opinion.

[@TheKartoffel101]

but live in San Diego

[@typicalswine7779]

This is the song that made me learn guitar. I don't know how to read guitar music at all, but I can play this song flawlessly because of how much I loved it and needed to be able to

[@andysilva9067]

Avenged sevenfold the song nightmare is awesome! Actually the lead singer Matt shadows said metallica inspired him and got to tour with them..

[@TheNitelite10]

How much sense does this make? Your perspective is incredible, I heard this song about a thousand times and after hearing your testimony, its like I'm hearing it again for the first time!

[@jonathannerger9126]

Nightwish, a Symphonic Metal Band from Finland. Start with the live performance of Ghost Love Score from the Wacken 2013 concert!

[@Frostrazor]

she's not ready! 🙂 hehe. I wasn't! does she accept this challenge though???

[@michaelchampagne2918]

Start her gently phantom of the Opera and wish I had an angel

[@angusferdinandleonardojone8501]

The video explores many of the common tropes of nightmares: falling, snakes, being chased, etc. Excellent song/video. Loved your reaction. So sorry for the things you had to go through.

[@josephwilliams7881]

I think you'd like Outlaw Torn with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra live concert.

[@jasonlieb7254]

Thanks for sharing your story. Never thought of this song that way

[@ericgaudet5488]

Lilly Jane great job with your reaction and thoughts on Enter Sandman from Metallica. If you definitely want to be blown Away listing to a cover of this song Check out The Warning . And then if you're interested with female artists covering Metallica check out Nothing Else Matter done by Miley Cyrus. It kicks ASS.

[@hoopwizardws]

Ohhh that Miley Cyrus cover is a great suggestion!

[@Dubblebass]

Thank you so much for sharing a part of yourself with us. This is exactly what separates the great reaction videos from all the others. Keep up the great work!

[@ItsTheSlyFox]

Generally, I prefer official videos like this one. However, this time (for Enter Sandman) you should be watching the 1991 live performance from Russia. It is something that needs to be seen to be believed.

[@johnthompson6374]

Or Do as she did and now she can watch that as well.

[@UTU49]

I'll check it out. Thanks!

[@sludge86]

Wow, that was some excellent insight and discernment. Thank you for sharing that. 🙏

[@randycomerford2038]

Im sorry for your loses...you're a beautiful girl. Also you're right about this song, as James writes about his childhood alot in their songs.

[@BetterLifeInc17]

Beautiful reaction. Thank you for sharing.

[@fredhinckley8630]

Lilly Jane - Since you just reacted to Enter Sandman, this would be a great time to listen to The Warning's recreation of the song they did for Metallica's Blacklist album last year. They were combined with Canadian pop singer Alessia Cara for the project. The Warning team also produced a great video to go along with the song. I think you will like it.

[@dark.cheshire.1065]

I second this recommendation. This song is iconic and has been covered time and again, but The Warning with Alessia Cara made it their own. I like their version quite possibly more than the original. If nothing else, it'll lead you down the rabbit hole of great music that is The Warning. 🤘🤘🤘

[@jshdwhite79]

your interpretation of the lyrics are yours, and that's the point of music like this, there's a million different ways to think about it and try to figure out what it means, the most important thing is to figure out what it means for you, and seeing your reaction and the, for lack of a better word, excitement, to how you relate to the lyrics/song is exactly what the song is supposed to do. Thank you for the unfiltered reaction, and I look forward to more!

[@ResubidorSerial]

react to "The unforgiven" please!! another masterpiece and in my opinion the best song on the album!! (nice observation at the end btw)

[@Meucanal12098]

Up

[@jaydendominguez810]

Yes

[@Ed-qo4oz]

Blackened is one of my fave metallica songs idk if you’ve done it yet

[@Frostrazor]

mine too. In my top 5 of Metallica.

[@lilbigblock3534]

As someone who heard this as brand new music your take is an interesting analysis

[@ghoststark5007]

happy to see people appreciating Metallica's music, try with No Leaf Clover, Unforgiven, Turn the Page 🤟

[@colonelquack]

The 11:33 long music video of Unforgiven is some quality MTV-era content.

[@certs743]

Great video and I love this song. I always had the same sense that it speaks very much to childhood trauma or at the very least fears of children.

[@Army_Rob]

Iron Maiden is a corner stone band of metal and is worth exploring.

[@Frostrazor]

i second this! "Hallowed Be Thy Name" live from like 1982 or so....easy to know its the one with like 10million views 🙂

[@jamesking4024]

You are always correct in your interpretation of music because that is how art works.

[@raulozuna3545]

ALICE IN CHAINS!!!🤘🧡

[@carcarjinks1430]

to me, the video is an amalgam of all the common childhood nightmares: falling / snakes in your bed / being chased by a scary truck, etc. these were dreams we all had as kids. adults have our own nightmares too --- missing a deadline at work / not being able to pay the bills / spouse leaving you for someone else / and the WORST OF ALL, anything bad happening to your kids that's what makes this song so relatable. we all have fears. our fears change as we get older, but it's a universal part of the human condition.

[@stephencampanella]

The Warning! They are the hottest, lovable, badass rock trio on the third planet 🌎 from the sun at this juncture in musical 🎵 history! You will not be disappointed and your sub count will soar into the upper stratosphere! 👍❤️🎵🎶🔥⚡️💥👸👸🙏

[@rickytrevino7852]

I second that

[@KelleyJ303]

I third that

[@corymccarty8603]

This chick is badass. Sittin there cheesing and enjoying the heck out of a classic band.keepnit up girl!!!

[@OrhanM91]

Do Disposable Heroes by Metallica pls.

[@krisdailey5086]

You were spot on with your interpretation of the song. At least from how I see it. I struggle with the same kind of PTSD

[@stevenroberts4383]

More Metallica

[@JohnChilders-x9t]

Love this song. Video is bad ass as well

[@tedraidergarcia1596]

More Metallica please!! 🤘

[@joeydmx1983]

MORE METALLICA!!!! WHOOOI

[@reesenussbeck3529]

Nightwish, Guns N Roses, motley Crue, iron maiden, so many other bands. I love your reactions Lily. You’re so true and authentic and you’re not just watching it because it’s a song you’re actually analyzing it in a good reactor way if that makes sense. We love you!!❤️

[@darylebryant6402]

Lilly Jane. Omg!!! 😍 I'm in love.

[@Chitownveteran]

You definitely have to do every single album of Metallica lol So don't stop the list goes on with Metallica By the way they are just too many other bands for you to react to but I would have to say next Black Sabbath definitely

[@JohnChilders-x9t]

My dad died when I was 7 and mom when I was 20. I feel you and know how you feel. Love and light hugs 🫂

[@wendycall4483]

Guns and Roses

[@peterdobos1606]

As someone else already said: Live in Moscow. Literally an historic event and the largest crowd in human history. It's jaw-dropping.

[@jaydendominguez810]

Also keep doing Metallica but do the ride the lightning album

[@patrickbateman7369]

Too heavy for her

[@dOnNoMeNaL1]

In This Moment

[@Lythronax98]

Another band I’d recommend you react to is Iron Maiden, you’re not gonna regret it. Also, since you mentioned that you’ve read about James’ religion and upbringing, I recommend you listen to Dyers Eve and The God That Failed, you can understand his perspective a lot more if you listen to those songs, Leper Messiah is another good song that has do to with religion, but this one is more about church and all of its fake promises.

[@TokusatsuGamingfan]

Dyers Eve, The God That Failed, Bleeding Me, Mama Said, and The Outlaw Torn are definitely worth checking out for sure.

[@Frostrazor]

Iron Maiden most def.

[@sporadicamnesic]

James goes into more detail about his family life in the songs Until It Sleeps (which is about cancer, which his mum passed away from), Mama Said which deals with the lose and memories and being lost without her guidance and The God That Failed which directly deals with the fact when his mum was diagnosed his parents refused treatment thinking their faith would heal her, which of course, it didn't

[@seahorseseahell2045]

Avenged sevenfold Or five finger death punch

[@carlosgrey37]

C' Mon baby let's go 🤟🤟🤟

[@williamking2935]

Megadeth

[@jonboy700]

This is by far, the best job of story telling by a heavy metal rock band. Metal groups aren't known for well-composed lyrics, so this shines as a lyrical standard for rock. Thank you for sharing including some relevant thinga to you as well! Yes, God has preserved you through difficult times, and you made it through the other side. Blessing, now, off to read a bedtime story...

[@blacknuaire9293]

Please react to Nothing Else Matters. I believe this song will impressive you!

[@Rob.D.]

Thanks for sharing about your parents. Takes courage.

[@adamdunbar8260]

One of the greatest talents James and other great song writers have is the ability to let you interpret a song anyway you want and you are not wrong.

[@dwaynegarfield1551]

MORE METALLICA!!!💕🙏💯🥁🎸🤘💀💯

[@scorpionking4012]

Next ״disposable heroes “ it’s fire!!!!!

[@chadgarcia3043]

My mother passed when I was 10, my father passed away when I was 12. I've felt every bit of this pain and anguish.

[@benbarrett1324]

Yet another great and insightful reaction. Keep it up.

[@wynandmorgan9985]

Your awesome girl! People who have an egregious background are the one's who can survive life... That's you!👏👏👏

[@JmOnEyXz]

your comments telling how you have dealt with things that are happening in your life. That little bit of vulnerability shows that you have a deeper recognition of all things. I lost both my parents in 363 days. Stay strong, you are amazing at these reactions. I love your flair cross genre

[@stivanwin]

You are such a strong Woman. Thanks for Sharing your feelings

[@gerardcote8391]

There is an interview with James Hatfield. He said that when he was a child he was afraid of everything. This song is about his own fear of the dark as a child. He was also raised in a very religious household so this is a common prayer. So he combined his fears with the prayer and the assurances from his parents that were of no Solace to him.

[@HvyMetal4Ever]

LJ - I love seeing people branch out musically. Getting outside of the comfort zone can be scary and exciting. I would highly highly recommend reacting to the live version of this. The one in particular took place in '91. Live in Moscow.

[@MRxMADHATTER]

Never Never Land is where Peter Pan hung out with the Lost Boys and Tinkerbell. You should listen to "Orion". It is their masterpiece instrumental.

[@zacharywood6138]

I❤ your reaction, all the time, genuine honest and good looking 😍

[@RobertCharles-gp7fd]

NAILED IT

[@jamesryan4618]

Thank you for sharing. I truly believe you captured the true essence of this song. I would suggest you next try the Allman Brothers Band, Live at the Fillmore, especially Whipping Post and Stormy Monday. You are special, you have a wonderful soul.

[@espmet]

Love your reaction vids, but find it hard to believe you’ve never heard this song before at your age. Keep up the fun! Rock on 🤘🏻

[@Yetireacts419]

Metallica with the symphony is kind of cool

[@kenrock8692]

This was originally a song about SIDS (Sudden infant death syndrome) but somewhere along the way, and I cant recall why, they changed it. You can look this up. true facts.

[@jasonellis3515]

It is great to see a honest reaction to a song with paying attention to the lyrics and that is what makes music the great communicator. In a lot of ways it is has much in common with poetry. Truly like the eyes a window to the heart and soul. Always remember the Sandman is only the guide to sleep and dreams. You determine where those dreams go.

[@jonandkristen]

Megadeth would be another great band to look into. The guitarist and lead singer of Megadeth, Dave Mustaine, was the original lead guitarist of Metallica before being booted during the bands move from California to New York to record their first Studio albums, Kill Them All. Although there was a ton of anger and animosity between them (especially from Dave), Both parties have since made up and for the most part are in good terms; and make up half of the Big 4 of Thrash Metal. Songs from Rust in Piece, Youthinasia, and Countdown to Extinction are usually considered their best, but older songs like In My Darkest Hour, Peace Sells, and the Conjuring are all excellent too. The begging bass line from Peace Sells was actually the intro to MTV News for many years. Megadeth does tend to be faster and more technical versus Metallica, although I do like James Hetfield’s voice better.

[@Salomon_G]

If you go to any sports event in America, you will hear this song.

[@cowboy6665]

Believe it, or not, we played this in my high school marching band one year. The low brass part (I played trombone) was so much fun!

[@lillyjanereacts]

you lived the dream. I was also in marching band and a trombone player too! I think it would be so cool to play Metallica on trombone!

[@Darkstar72SR]

It’s easy to put up iconic bands like AC/DC or Sabbath or GnR but I’ll stand by Chevelle every day of the week and twice on Sunday- ‘This Type of Thinking Could Do Us In’, ‘Vena Sera’, ‘Sci-fi Crimes’, ‘Hats Off to the Bull’ … The last time I found a band where I could listen to EVERY song on the album and then go to the next album, and the next, AND THE NEXT and they’re ALL killin’ it… was METALLICA

[@ronny-2112]

This song it's about nightmares. I remember it's official video it was one of the first ones I saw on MTV back in 1991 when I started listening and watching music, also some other videos from INXS, Tears For Fears, Guns N' Roses, Queen, Rush, Van Halen, Madonna, Paula Abdul, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Alice In Chains, Run DMC, Beastie Boys, LL Cool J, Megadeth, Anthrax, Billy Idol, Dire Straits, etc.

[@pedro_palacios1906]

Queen

[@diltberg9627]

It's okay girl I will protect you if you need it

[@brenodoiz]

I recommend from mettalica The Unforgiven I, II and III

[@sydepipez]

Just started watching your reactions and you do such a great job breaking down the lyrics and interpreting the meanings and metaphors. You’ve earned yourself a subscriber! As far as other bands to check out on a regular basis, please react to Band Maid. They’re an all female metal/hard rock band out of Japan. The songs are in Japanese mostly, but the musicianship is lights years ahead of anyone in the genre. They’re amazing and I think you’d be into it! Plus they have been around nearly 10 years and have a MASSIVE catalogue of great songs!

[@joeydmx1983]

You are a brave and amazing person for having the courage to talk about that.... Not everyone could do that.... kudos

[@Frostrazor]

You're prob spot on with your analysis and interpretation. "The Unforgiven" is another song from this album that is for sure about Jame's bitterness towards his upbringing.

[@jorgevaladez4423]

Five finger death punch - wrong side of heaven music video This band might not be as big but some of the songs they have are absolutely amazing.

[@pdxaxe9554]

I am a huge Rush fan, and with a catalog spanning over 40 years you would have plenty to choose from.

[@marktoo9454]

Sorry to hear about your mom n dad darling.. Love your energy watched all reactions for metallica.. A lot more to go.

[@o0_VanYsH_0o]

Metallica is not just music, it's a Language. And that Language speaks miles and miles. The Pioneers and Allfathers of Heavy Metal, and this their most famous track. I recommend more Metallica, for example: "One", "The Outlaw Torn", and my personal favorite, "The End Of The Line".

[@Saqua2289]

James said once in an interview this song was definitely about his childhood trauma.

[@jamescoleman8954]

They play this with the intro for Virginia Tech football team and it’s crazy to watch the whole stadium is jumping up and down like 75,000 people while this place and they enter the field it’s pretty damn awesome

[@mattboselli1099]

Lilly!! I'm jelly of you!!. Why, well you get to here this kick ass astintagis crazy band we all love... And that ladies and gentlemen is metalica. Btw great reaction to the band that got me in to metal and playing guitar. Keep rocking.

[@doctor8342]

Chris Cornell, he has a big Catalog, he was the lead singer for Soundgarden, Temple of The Dog, Audioslave, and his solo stuff. Soundgarden is his main band, he's arguably the greatest male rock singer.

[@spikeydog624]

And the "Exit Light" is just a guide to a deeper realm. It's not a way out, it only gets deeper, in the dream😮

[@taramcblakeshire8516]

"Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my Soul to keep, If I should die before I 'wake, I pray the Lord my Soul to take."

[@paulrt3]

If you haven't already, you need to check out the live version of this song live from Moscow in 1991 with 1.2 million people in the audience. Incredible performance!