Since they formed in 1981, Bay Area band Metallica has grown from an underground heavy metal outfit to one of the most successful acts in the world, selling more than 70 million albums to an intensely loyal fan base worldwide. Metallica's success can be directly attributed to their passionate, no-compromise attitude, which is very apparent in the words they sing. Now, for the first time ever, Metallica fans can have the complete lyrics to all of their favorite songs in this exciting new collection! Not only is this the authorized version of the lyrics to more than 70 songs, the deluxe hardcover makes this book a real collector's item. Features a thoughtful introduction written by Steffan Chirazi, the editor of So What!, Metallica's Fan Club newsletter.