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# Metallica's James Hetfield Shares His Mental Health Struggles Mid-Concert Prompting a Group Hug
- URL: https://celebritykind.ghost.io/metallicas-james-hetfield-shares-his-mental-health-struggles-mid-concert-prompting-a-group-hug/
- Published: 2022-05-17T02:51:40.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-30T03:48:57.000Z
- Author: Celebritykind
- Tags: Health, james hefield, metallica, #Migrated-1790725431459, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-09-29 23:45

It's not often we see rockstars open up about their mental health struggles mid concert, but that's exactly what Metallica frontman **James Hetfield** did this week - and *hell yes* to being honest and vulnerable!

During the band's show in Brazil, he not only opened up about his insecurities and anxieties on stage but also took a moment to praise his bandmates for their unconditional support:

"I've got to tell you, I wasn't feeling very good before I came out here. Feeling a little bit insecure, like, 'I'm an old guy, can't play anymore' - all this bullsh\*\* that I tell myself in my head," the singer and guitarist told the crowd.

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"So I talked to these guys," he continues, pointing towards his band. "They gave me a hug and said, 'Hey, if you're struggling onstage, we've got your back.' And I tell you, it means the world to me."

His words prompted drummer Lars Ulrich, guitarist Krik Hammett and bassist Robert Trujillo to all walk over and give him a group hug.

James also used the opportunity to remind others who may be struggling that *you're not alone.* 

"And seeing you out there, I am not alone. I am not alone. And neither are you."

You can watch the beautiful moment as captured by a fan, below:

*(Feature Image Credit: Ismael Quintanilla III/Shutterstock)*