How long is Metallica’s The Black Album from start to finish?

Metallica’s The Black Album has a total running time of 62 minutes and 40 seconds.

That length covers the album’s twelve tracks, beginning with “Enter Sandman” and ending with “The Struggle Within.” The record is long enough to feel expansive but was issued as a standard single album rather than a double album.

The total can vary slightly in casual references because different physical editions and digital listings may display track timings differently. The commonly cited album duration for the original release is 62:40, while individual single versions can have alternate edits or separate timings.

The record’s length also reflects its songwriting approach. Compared with Metallica’s earlier albums, many songs use more concise structures and slower, heavier grooves. The polished production, direct arrangements and carefully sequenced tracks helped the album reach listeners beyond the band’s established thrash-metal audience.