METAL MONDAYS!! | Rapper Reacts to Metallica - Nothing Else Matters FOR THE FIRST TIME!

[@KnoxHill]

What else should we react to? 🤔 Comment below!

[@juicejuice850]

Babymetal BxMxC Live

[@etotheipi42]

RA the Rugged Man featuring A-F-R-O “Gotta Be Dope”. Also you should collab musically with Fro if he’ll do it. You two I think would have mad chemistry.

[@owenfeilds]

Dont mess with me by YourBoySponge (for the memes) or Swing by Conner Price

[@stevenlaurin6059]

Anything from PRIMUS dont care what song you pick they are all great

[@impek667]

Slayer - Vices

[@JathraDH]

Metallica's softer power ballads have always been good. This and the unforgiven songs etc hit so hard.

[@ninja_tony]

Definitely. The Unforgiven Trilogy are some of my favorite songs of all time of any genre or band. Metallica are great at crafting songs that are soft AND heavy all at once.

[@dovak914]

Wouldn't wanna forget fade to black. Especially the long solo at the end. Love it every single time I listen to it.

[@UnknownHuman94]

This is my parents' song. 😢 my mom passed away in Augest of last year, and they were married for 30+ years, and my Dad plays this song every day.

[@melissakozusko9244]

I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@kimzwolinski9919]

Sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine how difficult that must be.❤️

[@skidstainz1d]

My dad passed away in 2018, I was 25 at the time. He was my hero and he was the one who introduced me too Metallica at a very early age. I know how you feel but with time you will heal. I still have my days and I miss him so much but know you’re not alone

[@autumngrubb1468]

I’m so sorry for your loss! I lost my 19 year old son in a car accident and life is definitely NOT the same😞

[@jasonhutcherson6224]

That's sad and my heart aches for both of you on you and fathers Loss. Lost mine 11.5 years ago in March. Still feels like yesterday and like a Nightmare I can't wake up from.

[@corditetea8967]

I met my husband when we were 18 and he claimed this was the most romantic song he knew. When we got married 12 years later I surprised him by walking down the isle to this played on the harp - it's a great track.

[@truthcantbesilenced4533]

It's impossible to listen to Metallica and not want to take on the world.

[@jenniferclark8051]

Metallica’s S&M albums with the San Francisco orchestra are soooooo powerful! Metal mixes well with the fullness of an orchestra

[@DravenMercer]

I definitely think Knox should visit some S&M versions

[@fanatic26]

S&M is sadness for old school metallica fans. Its more for the people bumping the terrible 90s albums

[@cParman9]

@@fanatic26 i actually disagree with this. I know plenty of metallica fans from the early years that love at least the first S&M album. I love the majority of their stuff including the master of puppets album as well. my favorite song is off that album - battery but as a whole i have to put the S&M album at the top for me.

[@ROCK_Music_Fan_BG]

"No leaf clover" is my favorite out of this album. Music evolves, art evolves, and I don't really give a F about the old Metallica vs. the New Metallica b*llshit

[@KairiPrime]

@@ROCK_Music_Fan_BG Good music is just good music, period. I was very skeptical of the S&M album when one of my high school friends handed it to me. Master of Puppets and Justice for All were my Metallica introduction so I was super deep into their old school sound at the time, but I gave it a shot. Now S&M is easily in my top five favorite albums from anyone ever.

[@611_Kurt_90]

Love this one from Metallica. I remember James saying he wrote this and didn't want anyone seeing it. This song had to do with a call he had with his girlfriend, but they ended up dedicating it to their fans instead. These are actually my favorite types of music videos too. Simple and raw. Hope you have a great week, Knox.

[@Zlittlepenguin]

Yep. The story goes, James was on the phone with his gf and he was plucking open notes and that’s kind of how he got the main riff for this one.

[@cjb444220]

Song gives me goosebumps every time. Also the song One from Metallica gives me chills. Especially the music video

[@k_WESTSIDE_AMERICAN]

👍

[@Eff3XoR]

People my age-(26), will usually always laugh when I tell them that this is my mom and dad’s song and wedding song, but honestly it is such a beautiful song! Makes sense since nowadays young adults think Metallica is some cornball metal group from the 80’s, but they weren’t blessed like myself with listening to them for all their lives due to their father being a total metal freak. They are the most successful metal band for a reason 💛 thanks for appreciating and reacting to this song!

[@figu6ka379]

Why do they laugh? Isnt this like one of the most popular wedding songs ever?

[@Eff3XoR]

@@figu6ka379 said above, people I’ve encountered that are my age of younger either don’t know who Metallica is or think they’re an old, corny band and haven’t actually listened to them. They are very popular especially this song, but for some reason, I keep encountering folks who don’t like them for either no reason or because they just don’t like metal won’t give it a chance.

[@Werewolf914]

I'm also 26 and my Dad raised me on Metallica, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Pantera, those more Classic Metal bands, and their not Metal but his favorite band is Rush and Styx is my Mom's favorite band so that's the kind of stuff I've always loved

[@Eff3XoR]

@@Werewolf914 that is rad! I feel pretty blessed to have been raised with so much versatility in music, especially the metal to alternative to grunge genres. My dad adores Phil Collins despite loving heavier stuff, and my mom brought me up with Audioslave, Pearl Jam, and got me into playing and loving the guitar because of John Mayer! It brought a love for simply GOOD music (or what I define as good) no matter the genre.

[@jenniferclark8051]

As a Metallica fan, this was a great switch up from them. Love it!

[@tetsuoshema]

This and "low man's lyric" are such good steps outside their usual tracks. Also to the orchestral stuff, they have a whole live album with the San Francisco symphony.

[@Kim-hc5si]

It’s both. He wrote it for a girlfriend but as time went on it turned into a love song to the fans. So you were double right! 🙂 (Y’all let me know if I’m wrong - this has been the story I’ve heard/read forever)

[@Cardchamps]

My favorite band. My mom showed me this band when I was a kid. She recently died in March so when I hear Metallica it's hard. But you broke it down so well and taught me something about the song it's self.

[@ryanfox7061]

Losing a parent changes a person. Stay strong!

[@saraharmstrong1577]

Excellet breakdown and analysys. This song has always held a place for me and its nice to see it still holding up today. Even Elton John said this was one of the best songs ever written.

[@markadkins1842]

My wife & I had our first dance to this at our wedding reception! Love it!

[@TheJellicle1]

Fun fact, an all orchestral version was used to score the end of episode 3 of Wednesday (Netflix) it was haunting and powerful in the scene. Especially already knowing the words 😸

[@chelseahaley8350]

Ive been waiting for you to do this 1!! This is 1 of my favorite Metallica songs! Not very many people see James as a poet, but thats exactly what he is! If you want to hear more with string instruments added in, check out No leaf clover, Hero of the day, or any song from the S&M albums! Much love and happy listening! ❤

[@Shakan_not_Stirred]

S&M was a masterpiece from start to finish

[@ivana5532]

Love S&M and No leaf clover! 🤘🏻

[@celticraider24]

Because he's not, these lyrics and song suck. James hasn't written anything good in over 30 years.

[@Roy-gr2sj]

Like the orchestral sounds in a Metallica song? Check out their collaboration with the San Francisco Symphony, specifically No Leaf Clover on the S&M album. It's fucking epic. Hell, both S&M and S&M 2 are absolute fire.

[@djmanfly]

@KnoxHill #KnoxHill , you gotta listen and react to the track done with the San Francisco Symphony.

[@rengar24]

Remember when my dad used to bump this song in the car every time we went to a trip..good times and also a dope song..keep going Knox..❤️🎧

[@d8l835]

Pepperidge Farms remembers... Sorry i had to

[@dmwalker24]

One of the first Metallica songs I ever learned to play. From what I've read it is about a relationship, but to me it's also always embodied some of the key aspects to the metalhead mindset. That 'Life is ours, we live it our way" attitude. Ideals that are very well represented by the track 'Wherever I May Roam' from the same album. I think you would enjoy the lyrics to that one.

[@Ian_Ah_Nee]

This is for sure one of the greatest peices of music that's been recorded this century. Bro talking about orchestral, you should check out No Leaf Clover by these guys.

[@truthcantbesilenced4533]

There ya go, gj. Greatest band this century IMO. Like The Beetles and Beethoven made a rock band.

[@LuisRdzG10]

The lyrics were written by James and mainly are related to the feeling of being homesick and missing his girlfriend at the time by being on tour traveling all the time.

[@johncarpenter3751]

Metallica did an entire Live album with an Orchestra. Even wrote new music for the album. Metallica S&M is the name of the album and the new track No Leaf Clover ☘️ is amazing

[@katyabelinskaya8553]

Ohhh… classic rock❤ I love this song and Unforgiven. These songs are good with a symphony orchestra. Goosebumps will definitely

[@vampyppandora]

Metallica was having troubles within the band and also were doing a new album. There was a document going on as well. I love this song

[@Maggsreacts82]

One of the best songs that Metallica released

[@CDickeyWrites]

Jeez, I was having a tough day today, and you picked one of my favorite Metallica songs to do for Metal Monday. Never thought I'd be crying and laughing while watching one of your reaction videos, but here we are. 💟 Edit: if I remember correctly, the song is Hetfield to his wife.

[@thedominator87]

you want more metallica strings, check out S&M 1 and 2. first one with the song no leaf clover is a must

[@tiffanyrainbow5537]

This song will be played over and over until the end of my funeral. ❤ it's in my will. ❤😊

[@NotZahidatall]

I love your Metallica Reactions 🤘🏽❤ James Hetfield wrote this riff while talking to his girlfriend James is afraid to show that song to his band members but lars ulrich the drummer heard that song and he loves it And the last solo was written by james to he wrote beautiful solo's he's genius the riff master ❤🤘🏽

[@etotheipi42]

Lately your video quality has leveled up again, somehow, from what was an already extremely high level. I love your continued growth as a reactor. Keep grinding 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@DravenMercer]

I got married to this song. Sadly the marriage didn't last but I still get feels when I hear this.

[@johnschutte71]

In my opinion, one of their greatest songs, like top 5 category!!!

[@sharonthrockmorton26]

My favorite Metallica song. Great reaction

[@sharathkumar8422]

You need to do the unforgiving trilogy next! You’ll love the storytelling and am sure will find more depth than most…

[@lynette.]

Its a beautiful track and when you see its impact at a concert its an anthm

[@stigpetersen9701]

The musical range that Metallica cover is insane…..geniuses 🔥🔥🔥🤘🤘🤘

[@CorvidQueen319]

This is one of my most favorite songs from them; I loved it even before I was born lol. My mum would put Metallica tapes in her Walkman and put the headphones against her stomach to make me calm down. This song in particular would chill me out, according to her. I joke that I was born a metalhead lol XD

[@NateyCat]

This is one of the moments where I go “How have you NOT heard this song?!” Great review! This would be a song I would love to forget and listen to for the first time again.

[@jeremystanton382]

Their lyrics are super efficient in every song. They use metaphors a lot because it paints a picture, and you know what pictures are worth

[@douglarochelle2620]

You're commenting on the orchestral background in the mix... time to get into the S&M stuff with the whole orchestra, I've always loved No Leaf Clover, but just about anything from that selection is awesome.

[@michellemiles9966]

It's an amazing ballad. It's all about the music and it's all for the fans... and nothing else matters. ❤ 🤘

[@wennie1974]

Most of the times I'll watch your reactions for a bit more "insight"? But now I was more like a Mrs Voyeur, observing your face, to see glimps of emotions. This is such a great song and for me it's loaded with tons of memories. Good ones, sad ones. It's life itself, cought in a haunting melody. Greetings from Belgium!

[@jcwalter9973]

Love the song. It got ridiculous radio air play, it was a while before I could listen to it again. This song get played AT so many weddings. It’s beautiful to here it done by just strings or an orchestra.

[@cjohn0821]

Bro, you're my fave hip hop reactor and I love this reaction! I love your non rap reactions too. You'd love the acapella version of this song by Voiceplay.

[@chokethewoke3412]

Recently there's a video of Elton John saying that this is a perfect song & one of the greatest songs he's ever heard! And they showed this clip to Metallica And it literally brought James the lead singer to tears. I mean that's pretty high praise from a guy like Elton John to say this is one of the greatest songs he's ever heard!

[@denisebrant2445]

At the beginning of the song they show the drummer looking at the camera. The first thing that came to my mind was instant. Looks like how you would look when the McFlurry machine is broken again. I love all of your reactions!

[@blackknight1013]

Metallica and Iron Maiden bands from my youth that got me into metal in the first place. The amount of firsts they have as a band is mad, and they are the only band to have played all 7 continents and the biggest live crowd in Moscow of 1.6 million plus. Think first metal band to do live concert with orchestra as well with San Francisco symphony orchestra. That's worth checking too.

[@brian_db]

I just thought it was about how it is the relationships in life that matter. Being people. Don’t get caught up in anything else, because nothing else matters. Love your perspective Knox.

[@MunkeeFWRrng]

There’s a reason why Metallica are as big as they are. Great lyrics and music. This album was such a switch up for them at the time and they received a lot of flack for it, which was honestly not deserved. They were willing to try out a different style and executed it perfectly. Not only that but it wasn’t their first time doing more stripped back work, example: Fade To Black and Welcome Home Sanitarium. If you want to see them play with an actual orchestra check out the 1999 S&M version of No Leaf Clover, an original they made just to perform with the orchestra, it’s a live album and is flawless from cover to cover. Thank you so much for reacting to them again ❤!

[@FearDNone]

Elton john quoted “Listen, this is one of the best songs ever written, to me,” The orchestral arrangement was done by Michael Kamen and yes there is an orchestra in the song recorded.

[@chrissekely]

Now you really need to hear Voiceplay's version of this song. It's fantastic!

[@Henry4ever]

Saw METALLICA LIVE.... Unforgettable experience Knox... Unforgettable! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@flyingmonkeystunts9730]

Life is ours, we live it our way. Brings me back to growing up with Metallica, a pack of gen X kids raising each other and respecting nothing else.

[@ComradeInspector]

I know it’s ironic but this song by Metallica specifically got me into them. It’s so strong yet so somber. So powerful yet so peaceful. I love it, and the vocals are amazing. It gives me chills everytime. Unbeatable.

[@maverickjennings8709]

I think thing so is great because it’s so universal and anyone can listen and relate it to their life whether it be a relationship or just living life your way.

[@N0Sheeple]

This was me and my husband's song in 1991. I stillbcant listen to it. Im tapping out b4 they start singing

[@LostHate]

The Pretty Reckless "Only Love Can Save Me Now" is a way deeper song than people realize and I think you are one of very few that can understand it. And its a awesome song with guest guitarist and drummer. Clutch "Burning Beard" would be a really fun one. Or anything from Clutch really.

[@scott-wright]

One of Metallica's best tracks yet it is such a departure from their normal style.

[@chadgarcia3043]

They did an album called S&M which stood for Symphony and Metallica. They were backed up by a Symphony orchestra

[@theOGnokk]

One of the softer Metallica songs. But still a great song. Open mind for a different view. So true

[@houdin654jeff]

Love that you picked up in the orchestration, it lead to my personal favorite Metallica album. The strings were added in by a composer named Michael Kamen, who also worked with other rock bands such as Pink Floyd to add strings and brass to live shows. He wanted to do the same with Metallica and managed to put together orchestral accompaniments for an entire concert’s worth of their songs for a recording with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra called S&M. It takes some familiarity with their music to truly appreciate, but it also features a new song called “No Leaf Clover” that has become a fan favorite. Worth checking out some time.

[@Damien_D1977]

32 years ago this song was the bomb, and it still is. It is what it is, and nothing else matters

[@agnesbalogh-karlik4238]

So great to see the metal mondays return! Last year on our wedding day this was the opening song my husband and I waltzed to. It was really great, I highly recommend it.

[@shahanesmaeili]

When this song released i was 4 years old but I heard it when I was 16 i think it has always been one of the best song I heard in my life.

[@limboeverchanging7831]

Wow, it is a golden classic from the metal fields.

[@mztweety1374]

They're so badass and precious. I just wanna hug em all😂 Yes, i saw SKOM. It was deep!😢

[@juliefleblanc4878]

love how you go threw the breqkdown and still just be what i assume is you funny times yet sincere then knowledge love it

[@purpleelephantdebh]

this song is well loved by so many, has influenced so many, and is a testament to love lasting even when one partner is on the road. there is an amazing a capella cover of this track by VoicePlay. there are many covers of this important ballad, but i like that one best, if you ever have a reason to check out a cover of this one. that being said, you have just tapped into one of the most beloved songs in Metallica's catalog. keep diving. you won't ever be disappointed with this band.

[@wesleydamen2018]

You can really hear the classical infuence in this song. Love it.

[@garygittleman1730]

James mentioned in a Howard Stern interview that he wrote this song about his friendship with Lars. Its obvious from the song how much he loves his friend. A classic forever

[@5foot2eyesofblue13]

If you haven't done it yet you should react to Voiceplay's a capella version of this song. It's really good.

[@masterofpuppets5568]

One of my top 5 Metallica songs, love seeing you react and taking the time to understand not just the lyrics meaning but the music as well. So often it boils down to that sounded cool from other reactionaries. You should try Linken Park given up, there is a 17 second part of the song I'd love to see you react to.

[@brian95240]

It is cool how they inverted the whole start clean and finish heavy concept. Instead, they kept it clean and had a heavy part towards the end.

[@SeanRoberts]

You bring up orchestral music in this song. You need to check out Metallica's performance with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra playing Outlaw Torn from their first S&M album

[@Dennistube001]

Hi. The look in the drummers eye at 2.35 Tizz a splendid thing. In reality, it's an actual reminder, e.g. reminder. YOU'RE up in 8, 7, 6, 5. Also, 16, 15, 14 I LOVE THE LOOK IN THE DRUMMERS EYE. just a glance. says it all

[@Zanuvar]

Hero of the Day, Bleeding Me, Turn the Page, No Leaf Clover, Fade to Black, For Whom the Bell Tolls are all worth doing a react too at some point.

[@mikeackerman75]

Kirk Hammett is just phenomenal guitarist its so calming listening to his riffs

[@Dancerdh]

The late, great Michael Kamen is responsible for the orchestral arrangement. He planted the seed that became S&M 1. If you haven’t heard S&M 1 and 2, check them out. They’re amazing.

[@ANDIMILLS1]

Came to you from your Ren reactions.. Will say you get everything spot on. This track is my favourite of all time.. Great reaction 🔥🔥

[@AbsolutePicks]

20 years ago this Aug. My wife and I had our first dance to this song.

[@riane3100]

This was my parents wedding song so it always holds a special spot in my heart.

[@Wolfman4441]

Amazing song

[@toddraisor741]

Great reaction knox! Sad but true by Metallica please! It's a banger

[@ramiromaia592]

I think this song was a message for the fans, and the media criticism

[@claudiomota2468]

Metallica rules🤘. Iconic Song❤. Fine job, Mr. K

[@MsJenny813]

Elton John said this was one of the best songs ever written on The Howard Stern Show and that made James Hetfield emotional, coming from such a legend himself.

[@TheTearfilledeyes]

I’m not a huge fan of Metallica, personally, but this is one song I like

[@bactrosaurus]

Same

[@jasonhutcherson6224]

Since you were so Impressed by then adding Classical orchestra elements. You should do Metallica S&M Album/concert. Has full orchestra play songs off several albums and a New Song at time No Leaf Clover! If you're gonna check out only 1 song or to hear what it would be like with other songs check Out No Leaf Clover!

[@tracysmith2130]

Love metal Mondays!

[@Soulja4ChristWeAreAtWar]

For me, I have a much different take personally, that at the end of the day... Nothing Else Matters except my relationship with Christ.

[@craigcunningham772]

They do 2 albums called S+M with the san Fran orchestra its absolutely amazing the orchestra makes it sound so much more epic

[@tammyparsons5656]

Why did it take this long to hear this, my favorite song ever. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@millerman7799]

A ton of people hate Lars, calling him a “bad” or “sloppy” drummer and “bad for the band” etc. etc. - but he was actually the very reason why the public got to experience that song. James was extremely shy about the song, but Lars gave him a confidence boost and helped put all the elements together as the track we all know and love today. On Howard Stern they jokingly said that it slowly became somewhat of a testament to their brotherhood and strong friendship, like a “love letter” to Lars, because he encouraged and supported James when he was having a hard time sharing certain stuff with others. James wrote it when he missed his girlfriend, but it became so much more over time 😃

[@jacks9624]

Dude, metalheads make the best love ballads of all times...

[@lauraellard9941]

Saw this live twice (yes I’m old😂). Their live shows are amazing.

[@Henry4ever]

Same here...LIVE is an experience few can explain 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@scoot5342]

My boy forgot to plug in his mike again. It's been a while. It's nice to see things never change on this channel. Great reaction. Thanks. Sub up people. Much love, Knox

[@thedominator87]

so thats what it was lol when the video started i was like uhhh lol

[@janimogirl6163]

They say James Hatfield was learning new guitar riffs and writing this song! But, it's a great song! Request: Please react to Grand Funk Railroad Inside Looking Out-LIVE 1969! You'll love it! Great reactions! I want to see more!! Oh, how about some: 2CELLO's-LIVE Sydney Opera House...Smells Like Teen Spirit (Cover for Nervana) 🤐

[@LottaLotta747]

Miley Cyrus cover of this with Metallica at Howard Stern is beautiful too. And her take on the meaning of the song to her is awesome and I loved to see James Hetfields reaction to that.

[@NorthLaker]

I know reacting to covers isn't really your kind of thing, but the acapella group Voiceplay did an absolutely amazing cover of this song. Most of their work is absolutely amazing. The bass (Geoff, pronounced Jeff) in the group will blow out your headphones with his low notes, and the tenor (Eli, pronounced Elly) should actually be in a rockband. I understand if you say you're not gonna do covers on this channel, but I implore you to at least check it out in your own time! 🙂

[@elvishuremovic7640]

Song is about touring and be away from the love ones. To be with fans and not at home with love ones.Wery beautiful song. When I was younger I met a girl from a nother city. She was at my friend for a few days. They were in same class in school so she was at her for wacations. We fell in love and had very god time those few days. And when she went home I sat in a bar where we hang a lot and this song came on radio. I cry a lot that night. Those were teen days.15-16 years old. Good time.