Master of Puppets

Metallica

Master of Puppets

RELEASED: March 03, 1986
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Battery Meaning 5:10 2. Master of Puppets Meaning 8:38 3. The Thing That Should Not Be Meaning 6:32 4. Welcome Home (Sanitarium) Meaning 6:27 5. Disposable Heroes Meaning 8:14 6. Leper Messiah Meaning 5:38 7. Orion Meaning 8:12 8. Damage, Inc. Meaning 5:08
Historical Archive
Master of Puppets is the third studio album by American heavy metal band Metallica, released on March 3, 1986. It is often regarded as one of the greatest heavy metal albums of all time, showcasing the band's intricate songwriting, complex compositions, and powerful performances. The album's themes revolve around addiction and manipulation, with the title track, 'Master of Puppets,' becoming an iconic anthem of the genre. The album's sound is characterized by its aggressive guitar riffs, dynamic shifts, and an overall intensity that set a standard for heavy metal music.