Elton John Calls This Metallica Track “One of the Best Songs Ever Written”
2021 ж. 9 Қыр.
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Elton John called into the Stern Show with words of praise for Metallica’s 30th anniversary of the “Black Album” and explained why he wanted to collaborate on a cover of one of their songs with Miley Cyrus.
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James Hetfield's reaction is just fucking priceless.
It made me tear up and I didn't even write the bloody song!
@@reactdave1800 Me too!!
The greatest men are humble...
Indeed ☺️
@@reactdave1800 it made me tear up and I didn't even HEAR the song yet.
No matter who you are, or how famous, having Elton John say you’ve written one of the best songs he’s ever heard, it stops you in your tracks.
It's true. If there has to be an idol in this world who's worth listening to, it's Elton.
Has Elton ever written a song? Or was it all Bernie?
That's SIR Elton John
I don't believe him...
No shit the greatest honour next to being knighted by the queen
Seeing James Hetfield tear up made me teared up too. It was a HUGE complement for him, and might be out of his entire life, coming from Sir Elton himself. Even Freddie Mercury would agree if he's alive.
Same.
Likely so. Big talent recognizes big talent.
👏👏. ABSOLUTELY agree!!! 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻
For sure mate. I believe James has had a rough few years with personal issues. So for him to have that compliment from Elton John is fantastic.
Elton John was also the driving inspiration for axl rose to become a vocalist. Elton John had had a massive impact on rock music
You can FEEL the sheer impact of those words as you watch the emotion written all over James's and Lars's faces
And to think that James never wanted the other guys to hear it cause it was to personal for him . We're all glad you shared it with the world . We love ya
That was the first thing that I thought, as well.
Wait…that’s exactly what he said.
0:56 James reaction to Elton saying it’s one of the best songs ever written is priceless
@@Emet.V I almost teared up as well when Elton to say that watching his reaction that was amazing!!!
The best songs are always the most personal.
Wow Hetfield’s emotions there, what a moment. Proud Metallica fan here.
🤘🏾Same!🎸
Priceless
As an Elton fan as a 70’s child and Metallica fan as an 80’s teen, I shed a tear with James. I felt the pride too.
I teared up a little as well
2 legends in different genres paying respect to each other is a beautiful sight!
If Elton John says your song is one of the best ever, then by damn your song is one of the best ever. When Jame's hand went up to his face, the shocked look of flattery AND humility was priceless.
Yes! Spontaneous, genuine reaction was so real and awesome to watch!
That was the eye of Horus symbol to show his allegiance to the cult, plus Elton J is probably higher up in the hierarchy so James had to thank him in their own way... (covering one eye)
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@@christiandelvaux8243 find Jesus
@@christiandelvaux8243 The cult of genius talent.
Seeing Lars show some actual emotional maturity and being able to relate how James is feeling and acknowledging it in the moment and then being able to speak for James (as he was left speechless after such an amazing compliment) , is the real winner here.
Rare Lars W
Lars has always been the most emotionally intelligent member of the band.
@@andrew6978 clearly trolling..lmao
IDGAF what people say Lars is badass 🤘🏻
No
James' face says it all. He was holding back tears. To get that kind of compliment from Elton John, one of the most talented and respected musicians ever, it has to be absolutely mind-blowing for him.
My heart burst seeing his astounding reaction. James deserves that and more as does this INCREDIBLE band. They were why I rocked to DC 101, flocked to Tower Records, & adored working in a record store in the 90’s.
Astounding
Elton hasn't done ANYTHING worth while since Im still Stand in😃
@@johnjeffery6638 You're referring to pop music obviously.
@@johnjeffery6638 Considering you can't spell the song title correctly, your opinion is meaningless.
Seeing James tear up is like seeing your Dad cry, it just breaks you.
Exactly
Well said
wouldn't you? i know if i were him
Yup. Papa Het..
@@pandaman1968 you must be fun to hang with
A million people have told Hetfield they love his songs but it’s a world of difference when a musical icon and one of the best song writers says it and you can see that in his reaction. James likely views Elton on another level musically and was stunned by his praise. It doesn’t matter what genre of music you’re into, musicians have a lot of respect for Elton John.
Elton isn't a song writer. His writer is/was Bernie Taupin. Elton just played and sang the songs. Some of the best songs ever written. But Elton is spot on in saying "Nothing Else Matters" is one of the best songs ever written 👌
Musicians are different. They can hear good music across all genres because they have an ear for it. Genre means sht to them. James knows that. A compliment from one great musician to another probably means more to him than 10 million admiring fans.
@@jamiegill2640 You are wrong, Bernie is the lyricist, but the actual music is written and performed by Elton.
@Jamie Gill that's bullshit. Bernie Taupin is only the lyric writer
@@jamiegill2640You are incorrect. Elton IS a songwriter. He and Bernie Taupin are each one half of probably the most famous songwriting duo ever. Elton writes the music and Bernie puts the words to it. They are a team.
Wow... seeing James Hetfield tear up, and being complimented by the one and only Sir Elton John, makes my heart feel warm! This is seriously one of the best moments ever!
James looks sincerely blown away by Elton's complimentary opinion of his song.
It’s because no matter what generation you are from or what kind of music you play, musicians will always recognize a good song when they hear it !!
True
Elton loves all sorts of great music. Fair play to him .
even if you're a Metallica star you know that getting such a compliment from Sir Elton John is priceless
@@MrManfly Very true! When Guns & Roses performed "November Rain" at the MTV Music Awards back in '93, Elton accompanied Axl on piano.
Kirk deserved some recognition there, let's be honest. Maybe not 40 years exactly, but 38 is a substantial amount of time. Thank you for keeping the band together, Kirk. You're the silent hero
Why are you singling out Kirk?
@@FIshfood500 Because the other two are dickwads and they need Kirk to balance them out
I agree. Kirk's the best.
Don't forget Rob. He revitalised them during one of their hardest times.
He knows he’s part of it and so does Elton. Easy
It was really wholesome seeing Hetfield tearing up and so humbled by Elton John, one of the greatest songwriters ever saying something he wrote was one of the greatest songs ever written.
Watching James come to the realization that Elton John is blowing him up with compliments is some of the most wholesome shit I have ever seen. He is genuinely taking to heart what Elton has to say about him, the band, and their song-crafting ability.
James almost crying, even now after all his success he's still humble.
They even put Miley on a higher pedestal!! No ego issues here!
Took a couple of hundred hours of therapy to get there though haha
@@Stereotype23 were all imperfect vessels. however you get there is fine by me. therapy or otherwise
Yeh he i
Was not so humble towards Jason.
If Elton John says your song is one of the greatest ever written, that is better than any music award you can win. It is just sheer fact, let's face it Elton John knows what a good song is.
oh you think so
@@soulfulfool Elton John is a hell of a song writer
Agreed
💯
I equate it to American Idol when the contestant nails it AND wins Simon over. #madeit
Nothing Else Matters is a masterpiece, an Opus. Yes, one of the most beautiful songs ever written. "Couldn't be much more from the heart."
James is trying with every fiber of his being to hold it together and not fall to pieces or geek out and it is so wholesome
Wow... What's going on in that brain of James when Elton says those words was definitely something beyond anything I can comprehend, his reaction is so beautiful
I think its the equivalent to God saying you are one with us and trying to understand how
His face palm? That's usually not a good thing
@@ayahuasc-emusicwithfeeling4456 In this case I think the tears he kept wiping away spoke volumes that the facepalm was one of shock and disbelief. Watching Jame's reaction made me a little emotional.
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He spoke recently with Jimmy Kimmel and said that it meant a lot to him
James actually wiped away a tear. Elton praised metallica and you could see how much it meant to James.
thank you, Hugh Janus.
Lars touching James' shoulder will always be one of the most metal things I've ever seen
james emotion when Elton is giving them compliements is impressive, when Metallica have been considered the "best" or one of the for such a long time, impressive to see him show this type of emotion
I love how James teared up a bit when Elton called it one of the best songs ever written
I think he came closer when Lars was showing the love.
Seriously seeing James face when Elton John says those words really blew him away and touched his heart. Such an amazing moment for James and the band.
That was a very touching moment. He wiped away a tear, put his hand to his heart - he was truly moved by Sir Elton’s words
Thank you
@@sandycannon6025 Sandy.. What are you thankful for? 🤷♂️🤣
And Sir Elton told a truth as great as him and his piano.
stop worshiping them
Omg that made me tear up too! Sir Elton John is rock royalty. When he gives a compliment he means it! Well done and deserved.
Listening to Elton praise Metallica this way brought tears to my eyes, I really don't know if there is any award a band could ever receive that would be better than those words!
James' reaction is everything. Of all accolades, Metallica never gets recognized enough for how beautiful & immacutely written those classic albums are.
Really not just the classic songs. All of them are masterpieces in the music world
@@varix3554 💯
That's rubbish, they get pampered a lot, compared to many other metal bands. The American media has always supported them.
@@roshenphilip2408 because they are better than every other metal band.
@@GQKamen not better-that’s completely subjective-but definitely one of the most successful. And they earned every last bit of it. Every Metal band since owes them a debt of gratitude.
James has been through a personal, battling personal demons, countless hours of rehab etc etc. so for him to be sitting on that chair listening to sir Elton give high praise like that was clearly everything to him!
And he's looking healthier than ever too.
I just want to hug him and congratulate him. There’s something very endearing about James. Is it true? Does he really have an apiary? Congrats to Metallica.
@@elizabethmcleod246 Yes he does.
@@elizabethmcleod246 apiary. Yes. Listen to the interview with Joe Rogan and James Hetfield.
maybe this finally puts his demons to rest. at least it has to help
Kudos also to Sir Elton John not only for recognizing Metallica for their accomplishments but for his contributions to the music world 🤟🏽🤟🏽🤟🏽
I saw Elton put on a 3 HR concert about 6 years ago, he's freaking amazing. He's talented with a huge heart.
I think I saw the same tour, he played 20+ songs. It was an amazing show.
Love how James reacts when Elton compliments his work, almost like he just saw Steve from Blues Clues checking in after 20 years!
LOL that's exactly right.
I’m sure it’s a big honor to hear that from ELTON !! And it is!!!
👏🏼😂
OMG… Yes!!!
You win the internet, my friend.
Lars knew James was getting cut up and chimed in on his behalf.. that’s a true friend
@zeldadude3 but so is his heart......lol
@zeldadude3 true.
@@angelone1839 Couldn't be much more from the heart... ...sorry, had to!
@@WesleyThibodeau 😆 Well played Sir.... 500 pts for you.
@@WesleyThibodeau haha
I love how Elton is just a lover of the art of music and how he lifts up the other masters of the craft. To see James become overwhelmed when Elton complemented him was just wonderful.
Metallica as big as they are and as long as they've been around they were utterly shocked to hear that from Elton John. Just see the look of just pure disbelief that James has on his face he just had his mind blown.
James reaction when Elton says “This is one of the best songs ever written” is Priceless!!
What song
@@Lulu-pi2qp Nothing Else Matters
@@darrellgarrett72 I don't doubt you, but what was the song ;)
@@jamesthecat hahahaahahahahahahaha
James is such a humble human. His reaction to Elton is priceless. Well earned. Metallica is the reason I started playing music, James in specific, he's the rifflord
For me Tony Iommi will forever be the original and greatest rifflord but I am happy to consider James to be one of Rifflord's most excellent successors.
James Hetfield is my favorite musician.
Technically Keef's the rifflord. James is the riffPrimeMinister.
dave is the riff lord hands down
@@wolpetto3458 😅 here we go. Started the war.
James is just shook by that. Its nice to see some humility and gratitude from a person on his level
Wow...What a tremendous honor for James Hetfield and Metallica to be complimented by Elton John about the song "Nothing Else Matters!" My favorite song by Metallica!!! I got teary-eyed myself!!!❤️
One of my dreams is meet James, shake his hand and say: Thank you for inspire me to be a better person with your music.
same here, pai
Same
And inspiration to be a good guitarrist, if you hear the isolated tracks of james guitar(83-88) you will feel a bosta
Abso-freakin-lutely... if I hadn't seen James' struggles and overall redemption in Some Kind Of Monster, I don't know what the heck I'd be now!!
Been there. Some of the nicest "celebrities" I ever met. And that meeting was early one morning during the infamous GN'R tour. Does not surprise me at all to see James tear up. I used to get a "vibe" from the famous people I met, theirs was totally positive. Even in those difficult times after James had burned his hand.
When he says "this is one of the best songs ever written" James is speechless.... 👍🏼
Even I found “Enter the Sandman” melodic! I’ve seen other rock stars sing this song and they can’t do the same vocals as Hetfield. Great that Howard Stern captured this wonderful moment in music.
I find some of the essence were from Peace Sells but irony is Symphony was the answer for Enter Sandman. I don't get angry of the comparison because I really love all of three songs. Imagine if the timeline screw up if Enter Sandman starts with Dave Ellefson's bassline as the Sandman's intro.
Always loved Elton's down to earth character he always swears when explaing something he is passionate about just as most common folk do haha
"Kudos to Metallica, they are one of the greatest bands of all time" - Elton John
I love James Hetfield. Such a beautiful artist. His humility is great.
It took him a long time and a lot of pain (and therapy) to get there...
@@dropkickmurphy4114 and booze
He’s a poser. Cliff Burton was the real talent
@@JohnDoe-nh7bb cap
@@JohnDoe-nh7bb Oh *redacted*
This is how musicians should be with each other. Gracious!
Seeing James react to Elton John praising his song is amazing! Tears of joy, shock, and humility.
Kirk, being a silent hero, nods when Elton speaks about how difficult it is to keep a band together, all the more for forty years. What a goup of individuals! What a band!
And of course, Lars has to chime in first. When he probably only wrote the drum track.
I agree about Kirk. Although he came in after Dave Mustane left, he saw the band in it's darkest of times as well as their successes. So he could totally relate to what Elton was saying. It's a great cover of their song and it does deserve the praise it is getting thirty years after its release. Keep on rockin', Metallica!
@@ronnie_5150 Lars pushed James to record Nothing Else Matters. He heard a demo track and knew this was special. James was too shy to bring it to the band himself. It took outside movement to get the song brought out. I think that is so special.
@@ronnie_5150 Its because they are best friends and Lars most likely knew James was too in awe to say anything meaningful.
James was clearly speechless and so emotional. Lars grasped it and talked representing James. What a emotional connection. True bromance.
None of us wanted to hear Lars at that moment.
@@metallimama5850 speak for yourself buddy
I was hoping James would speak but I think Lars sensed James was having a moment and spoke beautifully
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From fanboying to starstruck to speechless after hearing Elton's compliment... James's reaction is gold, and the compliment is more than well deserved!
Props to Howard, getting this all together for us to witness! Beautiful seeing this recognition, this warmed my heart!
All of us metal heads will always appreciate Elton John’s music. Huge inspiration to a lot of bands
Exactly, especially axl rose 😂
the way james reacted is everything to me. I love all of these people
It was such a beautiful moment! Wow.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen James Hetfield tear up before, ‘til I saw this clip, the way he places his hand on his forehead hearing Elton John praising their song tells you how much those words meant for him
Everything about this is so wholesome. Seeing legends such as Metallica expressing such humility is cool to watch.
Bro, James’ face palm of disbelief made my heart explode LOL.
James called Candle In the Wind by Elton one of his favorite songs of all time about ten years ago. So it really means much to him to hear accomplishment from so respectful songwriter.
One of my best college memories from 45 years ago was helping set up the stage for Elton John. It was a great micro lessen in the entertainment business. At 6:00 a.m., five tractor trailers sat ready to be unloaded. At 3:00 p.m., I said there is no way we get this done by 8:00. At 8:01, the audience heard Elton's first piano chord. It was really something to witness up close.
“One of the best songs ever written, to me”… Just watching James’ reaction tells a whole lot!
James' face says it all. Who doesn't love METALLICA??!! They're an American treasure, an institution. My first head-banging Metallica concert was the Cotton Bowl in 1988; Monsters of Rock. There were about 60,000 of my friends there and it got rowdy. I had headaches for days.
No shit man..I remember that one..I was only 7, but I was there with my dad
Skipped school to see Monsters of Rock. Great time.
60,000 friends?!?!? I don't believe you.
@@zackzallie8735 you don't?
@@Burschlag I have social anxiety tbh so Idc about friends
Pretty crazy when a legend tears up when being praised by another legend.
Looking at Papa Het being completely blown away by that compliment. Beautiful to see. I saw Metallica a few days ago and during nothing else matters I choked up. It’s the most beautiful song James Hetfield has ever written hands down. Bravo 👏👏👏👏👏👏
Being the frontman in the most successful metal band in the world and still tearing up when Elton John compliments you on a song, written 30 years ago. It goes to show how untouched by fame James is nowadays.
Lars is so sweet to James I love it. They’ve been through so much together they’re closer than family
Personally appreciated my hometown being referenced
Lars was James’s first wife (aka BFF), everyone knows it. In some ways he probably knows him better than his family.
I was thinking the same thing. Lars and James should be able to read each other's mind by now. Everyone gives Lars such a hard time, but I think he is amazing.
@@pastorofmuppets13 I'm not that big of a Metallica fan, so I haven't followed them that closely, but why are the fans hazing him so?
Seeing Metallica’s reaction to Elton John ‘s recognition is so touching and says so good about the band.
What a compliment from Elton John, it deeply touch James, thanks to all these greats artists 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
So proud of James. After the past few years. Hes here looking healthy as ever. You can see it on his face. Just how much it means to him.
It's the "mate". The beverage of Southamerican Liberation Heroes.
0:56 Love James' reaction. You can really tell how he feels hearing one of the greatest performers ever say his song is one of the best!
When someone puts their hand on their heart in response to something - you know it’s real. James was humbled and showed it in the most innately human way. Beautiful stuff.
Amazing!!!! James' reaction...so pure, so humble, so genuine, so beautiful.
I started listening to Elton John and Metallica before I started to speak. They were my first favourite artists. This is amazing
Very cool especially for you. Rock on.
I read an article a long time ago about James's favorite songs and was shocked that two of them are by Elton John. To have one of your songwriting heroes give your song the ultimate compliment must be a life changing moment.
Also Dave Mustaine from Megadeth and Kerry King from Slayer are Elton's fans
Love Elton, love Metallica. One of the great things about rock is the immense diversity within the genre, from rockabilly, to soft rock to punk, to thrash metal, I love it all.
A mind-blowing moment, especially for James. Look at him…Holding back the tears! God Bless Metallica and God Bless Elton John.
After Elton complimented his track, James reacts emotionally and almost breaks out in tears of gratitude and appreciation for the encouragement and affirmation. Go James! Words of encouragement are much needed and appreciated by our musicians. And they cost nothing.
Elton John is such a legend; not just a musician, but as a human being overall.
Can be summed up quite simply. "Real recognizes Real" While Elton might not be in my preferred genre, I grew up listening to him and it's amazing how good he is. And for him to say that about something you wrote and created had to be a crazy feeling!
That moment when you are complimented by music royalty... Priceless.
This has to be one of the most genuine, emotional moments I have ever seen on the Howard Stern show. Look at James' face. This is cool as hell. I can't say anything else. Makes me emotional just to watch it.
Probably the best compliment in music history. Love you, Elton.
Im a metalhead for almost 35 years.. but then I realize that a good song is a good song, despite whoever sing it or what genre they are. If we are hypocrate about music.. seriously, you will missing a lot of good moment in life.
This is why I’m still a Metallica fan!!! I took my son when he was young, into the pit … every Metallica member gave my son something..Lars walked over and gave him his drum stick 🙏🏼 Kudos to Sir Elton and Miley too 🤘🏽
That's awesome!
That's so crazy thing ever in rock history between sir Elton John and Metallica and of course Miley Cyrus too
They’ve stood the test of time because they’re music is timeless
Wow I had goosebumbs while Elton John praised Metallica that much. Even more when you see how much it means to James. ❤️
That moved me to tears to hear Elton john say that, and he really meant that, truly from his heart. Wow, one of the top artist ever saying that! Wow blown away! Love metallica! Quality men, quality rock!!
I’ve always thought that Nothing Else Matters is one of the most beautiful love songs ever and just a powerful songs about life..
As soon as I hear the intro my heart flutters
Here I am, almost 40, still looking at these guys with teenagers’ eyes. They will always be my heroes. God bless Metallica.
Amen
Same. They still impress me all these years later🤘We are Lifers at this point
Yee
I will be 53 in a few weeks and I feel the same way
47 and I feel the same way.
One of the things I hate the most is how one part of a fandom thinks that a band is 'only' about the type of music they are making, and nothing else. The plain fact is, all successful musicians are successful because their musical tastes branch out into other areas. Just listen to any famous artist when asked 'who their inspirations were'... you'll see heavy metal musicians paying tribute to The Beatles, or Joni Mitchell, or The Temptations. Kids buy their albums, and dress like they do without realizing that these bands they idolize, grew up idolizing many different forms of music themselves. It's beautiful to see both sides.... Elton getting fired up about the musicianship of a metal band, and tears coming to the eyes of Metallica at being appreciated by such a legend. Music really is transpositional. You can take a song, and recreate it into a different style or genre quite easily. No song is 'only' a rock song, and no artist is 'only' a metal artist. They are creative people who have a wide spectrum of musical interests.
What profoundly kind words coming from one of the greatest musicians of our time...so cool.
A real gentleman. No ego Salute you Elton. & Salute you Metallica.
To see Metallica starstruck is really something. To see James emotional because THE Elton John said he wrote one of the greatest songs of all time is SO great as a long time fan. Metallica has been a major influence on me musically and in life, so to see them getting the recognition they richly deserve, and from one of the legends of popular music no doubt, is a real thrill. LONG LIVE METALLICA!
Wow he brought James to tears! What a compliment by a legend
Way to go, Elton! Kudos to everyone here--Elton, Metallica and Miley! All are great, smart, talented folks!!!
Wow! Great interview Howard, you captured a very special moment. ♥️
Elton is an absolute legend and to have his approval saying Metallica is one of the greatest bands is amazing. Hetfield's reaction says it all
Wow, so many deep emotions in this. James reaction to Eltons praise and the way Lars comforts James and connects to his feelings is so great.
Kudos to the band, especially James, for holding it together as well as they did. What a moment that must have been for them.
Such different musicians but such huge respect and friendship !!!! WOW , how nice to earn that from probably the hardest working person in music !!!!!
Im glad they don't forget where they came from, are self deprecating, humble, and appreciative. Probably why they are still around.
James’ reaction is just amazing, any Metallica fan that knows where he came from knows that that is probably a huge moment for him (and good for him, he wrote a damn good song 30 years ago and for people to still complement on him for it is a major accomplishment [especially from artists bigger than metallica])
Excuse me, but Elton John is not bigger than Metallica, artistically speaking. They are equally great in two different musical worlds.