"Everytime we put a record out, we lose people that can't deal with the growth."

"Napster hijacked our music without asking. They never sought our permission. Our catalog of music simply became available as free downloads on the Napster system."

"Our music comes from our hearts - and it always has."

"Some people try and tell you what the songs are about and it bores me to death."

"I'm just sittin here trying not to be unhappy."

"What's the message in Metallica? There is no message, but if there was a message, it really should be look within yourself, don't listen to me, don't listen to James, don't listen to anybody, look within yourself for the answers."

"One of my few shortcomings is that I can't predict the future."

"If there was no Black Sabbath, I could still possibly be a morning newspaper delivery boy. No fun."