That’s why Robert Trujillo didn’t sign much for Metallica

Rob Trujillothe bassist of Metallicaexplained why he co-wrote only a handful of songs during his 21 years as part of one of the most important metal outfits in history.

The 60-year-old, who joined the chart-topping San Francisco band in 2003, said in a new interview that his role has always been to support the older members James Hetfield (vocals/guitar), Lars Ulrich (battery) e Kirk Hammett (guitar) and respect their way of working.

“I joined Metallica, and these guys wrote great songs, and I wasn’t going to suddenly fit in,” Trujillo says. “I like people to be happy and comfortable. My role is always to support what is needed for the team. If I write a song with the guys, I contribute in this way.”

The bassist then describes what the creative process is like within Metallica, saying that it is often a collaborative and interactive action with every member present in the room. “I mean, we’re always contributing. Whether you see the name on the song or not, I’m in the room every time we work on the music: I’m there, with Lars and James. “There are times when I say, ‘I’ve got some great ideas.’ and James is always receptive. If you listen to the middle section of “You Must Burn!” on the new record (2023’s 72 Seasons), that’s James and I’s jam in the recording studio that later becomes part of this particular song.”