Which Metallica Black Album single reached No. 16 on the US Billboard Hot 100?

“Enter Sandman” reached No. 16 on the US Billboard Hot 100.

That ranking made the song one of Metallica’s most successful mainstream singles in the United States. It was released on July 29, 1991, as the lead single from the self-titled album later nicknamed The Black Album. Its memorable guitar figure and accessible structure helped introduce Metallica to listeners who might not normally follow heavy metal.

The song’s chart performance should not be confused with its positions on other charts. It reached No. 5 on the UK Singles Chart and also became a major rock-radio track. Different national charts measure different markets, so the US Hot 100 position is specifically number 16.

The song’s video added to its reach. Directed by Wayne Isham, it combined the band performing with disturbing dream imagery and won a 1992 MTV Video Music Award. “Enter Sandman” therefore became important not only as a charting single, but also as a visual and cultural introduction to the album’s darker themes.