If I hadn’t of had music in my life, it’s quite possible I’d be dead and I’d much rather be alive.
Meaning of the quote
James Hetfield, a famous American musician, believes that music saved his life. He says that if he didn't have music, he might have died. But he's glad to be alive and prefers being alive over being dead. Music was an important part of his life that helped him through difficult times.
About James Hetfield
James Hetfield, the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and co-founder of the heavy metal band Metallica, is widely regarded as one of the greatest heavy metal musicians of all time. He is known for his intricate rhythm playing, occasional lead guitar duties, and co-founding the band in 1981 after answering an ad by drummer Lars Ulrich.
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