

The demo has been recorded in Lars Ulrich’s house and involves a guitar solo played by Hetfield instead of Hammett. The song has been credited to Hetfield and Ulrich because, when Ulrich heard it, he insisted on featuring it on the album, even if Hetfield had no such intention initially. "Nothing Else Matters" is written by vocalist James Hetfield, getting inspiration during a phone call with her girlfriend, the initial lyrics "so close, no matter how far" coming from their powerful relation and connection, especially when James was far and touring. It is one of the most famous songs by the band and a fan favourite, that is played intensively live in their concerts.

"Nothing Else Matters" is a song by American heavy metal and hard rock band Metallica, featured as a single on their self-titled album from 1991.
