We do this basically for ourselves. People appreciate it, which is cool, but I think they appreciate that were doing it for ourselves. Were doing it our way, and how people like it is not up to us. We like it. – James Hetfield
I like a women whos got some balls, some strength. As long as I can beat her at arm wrestling, thats fine. – James Hetfield
I like playing music because its a good living and I get satisfaction from it. But I cant feed my family with satisfaction. – James Hetfield
If I hadnt of had music in my life, its quite possible Id be dead and Id much rather be alive. – James Hetfield
Part of what I loved – and love – about being around older people is the tangible sense of history they embody. Im interested in military history, for instance, because both my grandfathers fought in World War II. Im interested in writing because one of those grandfathers wrote books. – Jon Meacham