Metallica’s “One” caught me off guard! REACTION

[@АнатолийФефелов-ч3ц]

This is from the movie "Johnny got his gun". In an explosion, he lost both arms, both legs, his eyes, his hearing and his lower jaw and tongue. The doctors thought he was brain dead so they kept him alive for experiments. When they discovered he was actually conscious, they hid him away from the world. With no hearing, no sight and the inability to move, talk or touch anything, he is a universe of one. His pain is the only world he has now.

[@stupidflanders8819]

Metallica actually own the rights to this film now. When they were working out how much they’d have to spend to acquire the footage, they learned it would just be cheaper to buy the rights in the long run. curious why that haven’t done anything with it.

[@CanadianNavyVeteran]

I have been listening to this for the last 35 years and still loving it. Great reaction.

[@Singwith-Emmatoday]

Glad you enjoy it! 😉

[@Knatter_Knut]

Yeah, sadly we can’t hear a bass…😢

[@NS1.]

Omg....is HAS been 35 years, hasn't it. 😦I was only 9 when this came out, but I remember my friends cool older brother used to blast it. 😁👍

[@watup110875]

WTF HAS TIME GONE AND GOOD TIMES

[@stryder414]

Heavy Metal music can sound angry & almost depressing to anyone who hasn't listened to it in depth. This genre addresses things that can be very dark or disturbing, but by giving these emotions a voice, it actually helps people who may be feeling depressed or angry just with the simple fact that someone else has portrayed similar feelings in such a powerful way. Music can help you turn your anger & trauma into strength & determination. That is so powerful!

[@scottsager440]

Very well said!

[@Hawka23]

The song 'Screaming Suicide' makes your point really well. Now you've faced your biggest fear, I' no longer needed here.

[@francescobarlucchi]

I explained some songs to my mother (we are italians) from motorhead and metallica, the unforgiven series,now she's hooked o lemmy 😂

[@walterfleury3840]

I lived this song. Had a car accident when I was 17. I had 3 of my very good friends died, I was paralyzed from a broken neck. When I woke up in the hospital I had a respirator in my throat so I couldn't talk. Couldn't feel my lower body below the mid chest due to the paralysis, my hands and arms were tied down so I couldn't move them and pull out the wires and tubes. I could only see straight up as my neck was in traction I could only hear. I heard this song and I instantly related, it came out very close to the time my accident happened back in 1984. Thankfully I was able to get off the respirator, move my hands and arms again. Still in a wheelchair but in a much better place than I was at the time. I know the horror of wishing for death because you can't stand the moment. I was lucky enough to get through it but damn was it hard. Still I would rather be me than the driver, he had to live with the mental anguish.

[@roger5322]

Life comes at you fast and it don't come equipped with airbags. I went into respiratory failure and was put into a medically induced coma. I woke up a week later not knowing where i was. I was tied down with IVs in both arms, a catheter and a ventilator down my throat. Every time they tried to take me off the ventilator i would stop breathing. That was last nov 1 and I'm ok now but now i have a DNR in place. Sometimes dead is not the worst thing to be. Prayers to you...🙏

[@walterfleury3840]

@roger5322 and to you, sorry you had to go through that. I have been seriously considering doing one. I do have a health care proxy, puts my sister in charge if I'm incapacitated. Being single with no kids she and my other sister and nieces and nephews are the only family I have now. God bless you I'm not very religious but do believe there's more at work than just science in the world.

[@walterfleury3840]

@roger5322 I should probably name my niece as she is local and works at the hospital i would end up at but she has enough going on in her life wouldn't want to burden her with that.

[@Alex-bl6oi]

this song gets me in the feels every time. too much reality in its lyrics reminding me the human sacrifice of war

[@persephonebonner5733]

I adore seeing you rocking out in your chair to Metallica, hearing and feeling the music in your head and heart.

[@Singwith-Emmatoday]

I love it!

[@NerdJared]

One of their most powerful songs! Its crazy to watch live because they never do the same thing each tour. Its a heavy song. Its deep and sad, but it makes you think. Very melodic too. Wow. One of my favs! Great job Emma!

[@Singwith-Emmatoday]

Will do Live! Thank you!

[@philhunter9134]

When MTV debuted this video, it was the middle of the night. To say the least, I was stunned. Nothing else like it existed. One of the best pairings of image and music, and It just plain rocks.

[@krw73]

I’m so glad you picked up on the drum sounding like machine gun on fire and the fact that the pace of the music ramped up with the guys frustration. Even the guitar solo sounded chaotic like his mind spiraling out of control.

[@zombiespongebob6903]

1988 .... song was way before its time... still hits hard today...in many ways

[@TrianglesAndCircles]

It hits me very hard. I wouldn't find out until 2 years after it was written.

[@zombiespongebob6903]

@TrianglesAndCircles the song has stood the test of time...I think they won a Grammy for this song...

[@TrianglesAndCircles]

@zombiespongebob6903 They won my heart and mind forever

[@lewistasso8866]

"Fade to Black" should be the next.

[@Switzdiggity]

Fade to Black or Nothing Else Matters...

[@Shortsac72]

I was a very troubled teen in the late 80's.. 'Tallica was a vent for me. Just singing the words at the top of my lungs allowed much of the anger & anxiety out. They are a chunk of the reason i'm sitting home watching this after just putting my Grandson to bed 😀

[@hectorgarcia3427]

This one hits hard... especially for those who have been in battles. You do such a wonderful job breaking down the music and lyrics. Thankyou.

[@HaroldDominguezhn]

I believe this is the best music video ever made. Second to none. The song elevates the story, the images elevate the song.

[@nikolah.8472]

I would place it of the same impact scale as "Jeremy"uncensored from Pearl Jam.

[@charlenehowd5263]

I never thought about it that way but you are absolutely correct. They compliment each other extremely well

[@neralex83]

One of the most beautiful songs from then biggest band of the world...

[@joeisaman1726]

Favorite disposable hero's but so many great ones. Welcome home sanitarium, four horseman, leper media, fade to black, for whom the Bell tolls. And many many more😊

[@milnez]

Watched this on MTV when it released and it's stuck with me... Melancholy and art...

[@brianedwards5792]

Wow, this is a treat with you Emma, your emotional, electrical personality proves there's still real women in this world, thanks

[@markvanderstelt8999]

Real Women as Opposed to what ,

[@kylealexander1587]

You just offended the ones that want to be real woman 😆😆😆

[@brianedwards5792]

@@markvanderstelt8999 the one's that streams on first dates expecting you to pay for girlfriend's drinks and food also and the Uber ride or the one's that don't buy summer eve but summer Steve, stop trolling

[@johnphillipsjr7238]

🤡

[@markvanderstelt8999]

@@brianedwards5792 you are the one crying about woman not me i just Asked a Legit Question.🤣🤣🤣

[@tigerwarsawband]

Master of Puppets….mastery of lyrics.

[@lostwreckage]

Growing up in the ghetto, I was bombarded with hip hop and only hip hop. My friend's older brother introduced me to Metallica, Zeppelin, and Hendrix. I may have been the only one bumpin' this song in my neighborhood with dual 15" Cerwin Vega subwoofers- not everyone liked it, but I spread the gospel nonetheless. Discovering Metallica was like discovering a drug, and I've been hooked for over 30 years.

[@renedavids6154]

This song, Nothing Else Matters and Fade to Black are for me the best ballads from Metallica. This song must be watched with the documentary to understand what it is all about. Still the best Metal Band for me (70 years old fan). Thank u for reating on this song. Still love to watch your great reactions.

[@davidmackeown9318]

To live is to die. Metallica-instramental Epic.

[@donriddle6392]

Metallica performed with the San Francisco symphonic orchestra many years ago. The whole concert was amazing but this song, backed by a full orchestra, was simply mind blowing. I recommend watching it sometime.

[@seandobson6221]

This was the first video I remember seeing on MTV. The movie in the background of the video is called Johnny Got His Gun. The soldier is blown up by a landline and isn’t able to communicate. He’s locked in his own brain. The movie includes the incomparable Jason Robards. This song really hit me harder when I was involved in war and it changes you in more ways than you can ever imagine. The depression of coming James and thinking nothing makes sense when you can’t turn off the switch you have to flip to survive. Then we get a slap on the back thank you for your service and forgotten. Were told the VA is here to help but then refuse to help. I’ve been a fan of Metallica since 1984 when I was 8 and my buddy got his dad’s vinyl of Metallica and I was hooked. These guys, IMO, are much better live than they are in studio.

[@neilpatrickhairless]

The main riff of this tune is similar to the theme to the TV show M*A*S*H ... Very eerie and dreamlike. That's what this song and video really are, a narration to a real life fever dream nightmare

[@splitimage137.]

The story is from book I read in high school in the mid-70s: JOHNNY GOT HIS GUN by Dalton Trumbo, a book published in 1939, and had a film made of it in 1971, at the height of the Vietnam War and its protests.

[@neilpatrickhairless]

That book and film creep me out, and I like them both

[@ssquared549]

…and just like that this has now become my favorite reaction by you Emma!

[@Singwith-Emmatoday]

😘😉😀

[@AllAboutLuhig]

The band has an enormous catalog; here are some of my favorite tracks: 1. The Four Horsemen 2. Ride the Lightning 3. Battery 4. Damage, Inc. 5. To Live Is to Die 6. The God That Failed 7. Low Man's Lyric 8. Fixxxer 9. The Day That Never Comes 10. Creeping Death 11. Metal Militia

[@doorofnight87]

It is an amazing and impactful song, so well put together and haunting. Loved your reaction, your analysis, and the dancing in your chair to the beat!

[@nikosalmpanis-ty3jt]

One of the best song of Metallica.The scenes of video are from the film:"Johnny got his gun"🤘

[@suomenkanukki1028]

First heard this when I was 11 and it really is what got me hooked on Metallica, however the lyrics were what really grabbed me. They were so deep and made me really appreciate their musical masterpiece even more. Basically a pre internet wormhole that really pulled me into the Metallica catalogue. I had the lyrics for this written on my nap sack. Very enjoyable reaction 😊

[@suomenkanukki1028]

Nightwish-Ghost Love Score -Live in Wacken 2013…….if you haven’t already heard it before of course

[@suomenkanukki1028]

Few tunes that I have played to death lol Fade to Black Escape Sanitarium Mama Said

[@glenseivers8318]

Great reaction Emma. Metallica always manage to put crazy emotion into their music

[@Singwith-Emmatoday]

Oh yeah)))👍

[@wantsome-zs5sq]

I remember a time when mainstream radio wouldn't touch Metallica. Metallica swore they'd never do MTV. At the time they were more un an underground band. This video put them on the map.

[@themetalhead1463]

I saw them live on the Damaged Justice tour after this album was released. The entire crowd was metal heads but that changed after the Black album. The live in Seattle is on KZbin and it’s phenomenal. Metallica always had fantastic live performances. For being in their 60’s now, they are still really good.

[@hippertjoe9225]

She'sintelligent, have a great émotionnal feeling, love to watch😊

[@rademilf]

Yes, you are right that some of your subscribers are Metallica fans. You see, this band writes such music and such lyrics that you can cry, laugh, love, hate, suffer and be happy with them. All to the music of one band. She asked for suggestions. If you want to see James really sing and do the biggest chorus you've ever seen, rag on My Friend Of Misery (Live In Melbourne, Australia - March 01, 2013)

[@wraith1117]

Based on, and even included a few clips from the movie "Johnny got your gun" in 1971, which was based on the book of the same name from 1938 by Dalton Trumbo.

[@rademilf]

By the way, it's good to see you. As always, you don't deceive, your reactions are so authentic, which is why I love your channel. I am glad that your audience is growing and I wish this New Year 2025 to be a breakthrough for you and end with success. All the best, Emma

[@DRAONWEED]

Two other songs that go down a deep road from them are, Fade to black, kind of a 5uicide note. The second one is (Welcome Home) Sanitarium.

[@rx7dude2006]

My favorite Metallica song, the progression is awesome and the power that comes through.

[@elvisstopper4208]

I had this on VHS back in the 80`s.Freeking sweet! Not as loud back then. My stereo is trying to make my ears bleed.

[@logantawhiti55]

This song and the other song Desposibl e heroes go hand in hand almost a second part of one.👍❤️

[@tonymurphy3378]

Welcome home sanatorium is also a really great choice to listen to from Metallica

[@cbmalm]

i've always considered this the 2nd greatest music video ever made just behind Michael jacksons thriller

[@Yetireacts419]

I have watched dozens and dozens of people react to this sound and it is so powerful it makes me cry every single time 🤘🤘🤘

[@lasseiversen1815]

Great! So nice to see that you can actually feel this beautiful music in such a lovely way. :)

[@bianca2817]

You are SO awesome, Emma!!! WOW 🙌🫶❤️🤗❤️🫶🙌

[@Singwith-Emmatoday]

You're the best!

[@bianca2817]

I only react to your awesome reaction, that's not hard! YOU are *holy-shit-she's-great*! 🙌🤗

[@jamesarthur347]

Cool, honest reaction. My first concert ever was on this tour. Amazing track. First time I've seen your channel. I am now subscribed and looking forward to more. I have to throw out a suggestion...Motionless in White, Thoughts and Prayers. Be easy, Happy New Year.

[@Singwith-Emmatoday]

Thanks for the sub!

[@himyum5815]

wow "One" one of many epic songs From Metallica 🤘

[@mattdad8429]

I'm a tad too young to have been able to experience this video being played for the first time on MTV, but I can imagine how mindblowing this must have been. This imagery and vibe quite literally just didn't exist back then. Heartbreaking stuff. In a world of Van Halen and Motley Crue videos with girls in bikinis, this stood in a league of its own.

[@DanielCalder-x8b]

Such a great reaction

[@eviljeep]

One of the most important music video on KZbin for me👌 Tx from Québec Canada 🇲🇶🇨🇦🖐️

[@MarkFaust]

I know "Fade To Black" and "Master Of Puppets" are the popular choices for a return reaction (hopefully with lyrics), but "For Whom The Bells Toll" is also a must. LOVE your reactions!

[@sasailicic]

Dear Emma, Happy New Year...big hug ❤

[@Singwith-Emmatoday]

Happy new year! 🥳

[@davidleach4689]

This is a metal masterpiece might be my personal favorite Metallica song

[@markvanderstelt8999]

ya it is your Favorite

[@MarkMay-cr6bv]

@@markvanderstelt8999 Shut up and stop trolling, Mark.

[@markvanderstelt8999]

@@MarkMay-cr6bv i am not trolling myself

[@brianschmidt1708]

If you truly want to get the full experience of Metallica, listen to the albums from start to finish. Each one tells a story. There is so many emotions in their songs. They all tie together. Each song compliments the next one. By the time you're done with the albums you will feel something that I can't explain but only a person who makes it through will understand. Best rock band ever. They are complete genius. Like a symphony of Metal.

[@RobertS.-rl8rn]

The first time I saw the video after I had already heard the song a few times , caught me off guard too. Non the less the song is so layered, and so Metallica.

[@luispalomares7483]

Amazing and wonderful reaction!! In love with you Emma!! This song is a masterpiece!! 🤘🤘❤️❤️⚡⚡🎸🎸

[@TrianglesAndCircles]

Wow great reaction Emma! This song has special meaning for me. VERY Understanding.😊

[@TheDphumphries]

First video Metallica made. It was intentionally impactful.

[@markvanderstelt8999]

it is so old it is in Black and White.😄😄

[@caperbye474]

@@markvanderstelt8999 Just like my hair lol. It was purple, than dark red, blue too if I recall correctly but you know I'm old. OH yeah I had pierced ears, nose, eye brow. Worn black, leather. chain and real spikes. Oh how that became so popular in the 2000's to present.

[@jayzae]

I adore your accent. I would tune in even if it was just to hear you read the instruction manual for building Ikea furniture lol. 😊

[@Aussiecris214]

Thank yo Emma ❤❤❤❤

[@djentyman4002]

The Frayed Ends of Sanity by Metallica is a must listen too! By the end of it, you’ll feel insane as well

[@OnzeMilano]

For an emotional rollercoaster, I would recommend Bloodywood: 1. Jee Veerey 2. Yaad 3. Aaj 4. Dana Dan 5. Bekhauf (feat. Babymetal)

[@MW-cx3sb]

I am so hyped I loved this manga so much way back when

[@andrewrichardson7767]

Another good Metallica subject matter song would be Fade To Black. And another would be Master of Puppets.

[@martingoldfire]

Do "Master Of Puppets" next, try and figure out what the song is about😉👍

[@glendirienzo1365]

The Black Album is the biggest seller for Metallica. Emma!!! ❤️😍🥰💖💘

[@chrisd7047]

Two songs from Metallica you absolutely have to hear are Master of Puppets and Fade To Black. Both are on par with One in terms of impact. There are thousands of Metallica fans that credit Fade To Black with saving their lives, and Master of Puppets is considered by many to be Metallica's magnum opus.

[@craighornfischer2767]

thank you emma

[@Singwith-Emmatoday]

Thank you too!

[@normiewoo787]

I love this analysis. I always thought this song was boring. I guess I was wrong.

[@Singwith-Emmatoday]

😉

[@jeremylarson6267]

if you haven't seen it, try to find the cover david gilmour did of the main guitar solo from this song, just incredible

[@Prsboy78]

This is a great song made better by the film clip. It has the same effect on me as the first time and shows a depth that metal has that a lot of people wouldn't imagine it to have.

[@BarryOstle-o8z]

HI EMMA LOVED YOUR EMOTIONAL REACTION TO THIS SONG AND IT'S SUBJECT LOVE THIS SONG.😘

[@notyourbusiness393]

I fucking love the way you say MEAT-AL-EEK-AH. 🤌

[@neilschoenthal594]

What an emotional rollarcoaster eh Emma!

[@Godric_71]

Listen to the bass guitar. It's absolutely EPIC. 😂🤣😂🤣

[@brianwilson2789]

My other favorites by Metallica are Enter Sandman, Unforsaken and Master of Puppets. If interested, look up the Enter Sandman performance at the Moscow “Monsters of Rock” concert, in front of 1.6 million people.

[@gable354]

Straight 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Metalhead1648]

Great reaction as always 👌

[@Singwith-Emmatoday]

Thanks again!

[@PML78]

Ladies and Gentlemen: -Metallica- 🔥🤘🏽🔥

[@nuhacetquinteroportero8556]

if u can check "bleeding me" or "the outlaw torn", those tracks are an emotional journy. "orion" is an amazing instrumental song. You choose!

[@jeffreymcrae3853]

I recommend Master of puppets, For whom the bell tolls, Fade to black 🤔 a good start down the Metallica rabbit hole 😎

[@bianca2817]

6:13 min: Exactly 🤘👍

[@scorpionking4012]

I see Metallica I’m happy to hear…

[@RimantasEndriukaitis]

Master of Puppets. Master. MASTER!

[@LUISSYPER]

It's based on the book, Johnny got his gun. Great book

[@hopcat500]

I love your reactions !

[@Shawn-mo6dh]

Powerful song 💪💪💪💪😍💪😍💪💪💪

[@TheJohmac]

Master of Puppets is a great example of how Metallica uses music to tell a story. But Metallica has so many great songs.

[@ckjamn]

I was there in '79~80 Hollywood. Thrash Metal M

[@merlintroy]

Im going to suggest another official video clip called "wrong side of heaven" by five finger death punch. That video is such a well put together clip it is worth watching.

[@livetosurvive4558]

Hey Emma, One IS my favorite song ever, but if your talking Metallica? "Fade to Black". It might surprise you. I am 50 years old and I have been around since "Master of Puppets". I am a hard core metalhead, but I must have my ballots. ❤

[@SuperChipperson]

Its a brutal song when you focus on the lyrics and then the movie inserts work even more , creating this realm of a man that cant hear, cant see and has no arms or legs...Great sounding song tho 🥰

[@argantyr5154]

I believe that the "..And Justice for All" album is the best instrumental album" from Metallica. Also its funny to see James voice the way he singshave changed through the Years. Fun fact, this is Metallica's 1st music Video, and some hardcore fans at the time criticized that Metallica had "sold out" for making a Music Video to come on MTV. Anoter fun fact, is James Hetfeld is fan of Westerns, and to this day every Metallica Concert starts with "The Ecstacy of Gold" from the Movie "The Good, The Bad and the Ugly". I will be the boring one and recommend another one of their fan favorites "Master Of Puppets". If you wish to see another great Music Video I can recommend "the day that never comes"

[@barrycole5797]

Master of puppets is a must

[@roberthaines1227]

Great reaction. Master of Puppets should be the next song.

[@sergiochicaalcarazo5277]

You should listen this song live version, like Nimes. But for a new one i would recommend you Outlow Torn live, S&M 1 with orquestra, a very good song and James voice shines in that song..

[@Nickel138]

Yeah, I can’t keep a dry eye listening to this song.

[@Wreath83]

Great reaction and great song.