Metallica’s James Hetfield delivered an unexpected festive treat that no one had on their Christmas bingo card.
From the headbanging anthems, commanding stage presence and booming heavy metal riffs, the iconic frontman stepped outside his usual lane to deliver a seasonal surprise that blends classic tradition with his signature intensity.
In an Instagram post, the band announced Hetfield’s unexpected holiday offering, teasing a glimpse of something familiar yet strikingly different this festive season.
featured a teaser showcasing the lead vocalist’s spoken-word narration of Twas the Night Before Christmas, a classic tale originally titled A Visit from St. Nicholas.
Metallica band member James Hetfield walks in the paddock with his partner during the sprint ahead of the 2025 F1 Grand Prix of Qatar“Gather ’Round... It's Story Time with Papa Het,” the post reads.
The four-minute video featured a stylized fireplace lined with Christmas stockings labeled with the band member’s name and a decoration featuring Metallica’s logo.
The clip was carried by Hetfield’s deep, soothing and warm voice, giving the popular poem a darker, more theatrical edge.
Meanwhile, the comment section was filled with praise and admiration for the surprising holiday moment.
View this post on InstagramOne standout comment came from British photographer Lee Jeffries, who wrote, “There’s something terrifying and tender in James’ delivery. It doesn’t shout… it reaches out, and says: you belong. And somehow, we know it’s true. Happy Christmas, Metallica family.”
“Something about James telling us a Christmas story is both sweet and cool as hell, like it's something we didn't know we needed,” a fan remarked.
“I could listen to Papa Het speak for hours. Guy has a soothing voice,” a commenter echoed.
A different user poked a playful comment and noted, “With that voice, he can tell me whatever he wants, even the bad.”
Amid a flood of “thank you” messages, a follower hinted that the Metallica frontman should do more of these festive surprises.
“Papa Het should do audiobooks,” one wrote.
Metallica 2026 lineup
The legendary heavy metal band delivered an epic 2025 run with the M72 World Tour across North America from April to June.
In addition to this, Metallica also performed at the F1 Grand Prix in Doha, Qatar in November, followed by the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix this December.
For the upcoming year, the group will be hitting the road for more shows as they continue their M72 World Tour in Europe.
The four-piece band is kicking off the tour in Athens, Greece in May and concluding in London, England in May.
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