Which Metallica song on The Black Album features an acoustic guitar-based arrangement?

“Nothing Else Matters” is the Metallica song on The Black Album known for its acoustic guitar-based arrangement.

James Hetfield wrote the song during a period when he was separated from the rest of the band while touring. What began as a private, introspective piece was eventually developed into a full Metallica recording with orchestral elements and a broader arrangement.

The track represented a striking change from the group’s earlier image. Rather than centering on speed and aggressive riffing, it uses clean and acoustic textures, a melodic vocal line, and a reflective lyric.

It became one of Metallica’s five commercial singles from the album. Although often described simply as a ballad, the studio recording still includes electric guitars, drums, bass, and orchestration in its completed form.