How long is Metallica's 1991 studio album, commonly called The Black Album, in its standard edition?

Metallica's 1991 studio album, commonly called The Black Album, has a standard-edition running time of 62 minutes 40 seconds.

That length covers the album’s 12 original tracks, beginning with “Enter Sandman” and ending with “The Struggle Within.” The record’s extended duration reflects the band’s move toward carefully shaped arrangements, spacious production, and songs that often develop through multiple sections rather than relying only on speed.

The running time can look different on some releases because later editions may include demos, live recordings, or other bonus material. Vinyl editions also divide the songs across four sides, while the original compact-disc presentation places the complete standard program on one disc.

The Black Album’s length is sometimes confused with the duration of individual songs. “Nothing Else Matters,” for example, runs 6:28, while “The Unforgiven” runs 6:27. Those tracks are lengthy, but the album’s total standard running time is 62:40.