James Hetfield quotes

Born
August 3, 1963, Downey, California, U.S.

Occupation
Musician, songwriter, singer.

James Hetfield is an American musician, songwriter and singer.

I’d rather regret doing something than not doing something.
– James Hetfield

I was pretty quiet as a child.
– James Hetfield

Rap is just to me very annoying.
– James Hetfield

One time we saw some hookers but when we got closer we realized it was Motley Crue.
– James Hetfield

I choose to live, not just exist.
– James Hetfield

Dying, dying, someone told me just recently, dying is easy. Living is hard. for everyone.
– James Hetfield

Everybody is born good and everybody has got the same size soul. We’re here to connect with that.
– James Hetfield

Nothing’s really a prized possession except my family, you know?
– James Hetfield

If you’re into what you’re playing, that’s the most important thing.
– James Hetfield

There is one Metallica. We have many styles, it’s called Metallica.
– James Hetfield

I’ve discovered that sheer quantity doesn’t necessarily make for a heavier sound; if anything, overdubs make guitars sound mushier.
– James Hetfield

Rehab is like college for your head.
– James Hetfield

As far as artists and musicians, they don’t retire. They might tour less.
– James Hetfield

If I hadn’t had music in my life, it’s quite possible I’d be dead and I’d much rather be alive.
– James Hetfield

Just like the poles of a magnet, some people are drawn to death and others are repulsed by it, but we all have to deal with it.
– James Hetfield

Music was the voice I didn’t have.
– James Hetfield