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Mama Said Lyrics

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This song is written by James Hetfield for his mother who died of cancer in 1979 when he was 16 years old. It’s notable for having quite a bit of country influence in its composition, in an album where the band decided to experiment a bit.

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Credits
Produced By
Rhythm Guitar, vocals
Lead guitar
Recorded At
The Plant Studios, Sausalito, California
Release Date
June 4, 1996
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