The Inspiring Lyrics of Metallica’s Road Anthem

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I listened to Metallica A LOT in my teens, and the following catchy lyrics still echo in my mind from time to time:

Rover wanderer
Nomad vagabond
Call me what you will

I just looked up the lyrics, and realized how suitable the song is to all travelers on the road (not just rock stars).  I’m definitely putting this song on my mp3 player before departure!

Wherever I May Roam

(…And the road becomes my bride)
…And the road becomes my bride
I have stripped of all but pride
So in her I do confide
And she keeps me satisfied
Gives me all I need

…And with dust in throat I crave
Only knowledge will I save
To the game you stay a slave
Rover wanderer
Nomad vagabond
Call me what you will

But I’ll take my time anywhere
Free to speak my mind anywhere
And I’ll redefine anywhere
Anywhere I roam
Where I lay my head is homeYeah!!

…And the earth becomes my throne
I adapt to the unknown
Under wanderering stars I’ve grown
By myself but not alone
I ask no one

…And my ties are severed clean
The less I have the more I gain
Off the beaten path I reign
Rover wanderer
Nomad vagabond
Call me what you will… yeah you will

But I’ll take my time anywhere
Free to speak my mind anywhere
And I’ll never mind anywhere
Anywhere I roam
Where I lay my head is home.. yeah! yeah!!

Carved upon my stone
My body lie, but still I roam yeah yeah!!

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