What is the listed running time of Metallica's self-titled album, The Black Album?

Metallica's self-titled album, The Black Album, has a listed running time of 62 minutes and 40 seconds.

That duration covers the original studio edition's twelve tracks, beginning with “Enter Sandman” and ending with “The Struggle Within.” The record is substantially longer than a traditional vinyl album, reflecting the expanded capacity of the compact-disc format that dominated its 1991 release.

Track lengths vary widely. Several songs run for more than six minutes, while “Holier Than Thou,” “Through the Never,” and “The Struggle Within” are shorter. The sequencing balances concise, forceful songs with longer pieces such as “Wherever I May Roam” and “My Friend of Misery.”

Different editions, bonus tracks, and anniversary releases can have different total durations. The 62:40 figure refers to the standard original studio album rather than later deluxe packages.