"The reason I left Metallica is because I was a horrible addict. I was way up against myself and if I didn't get some kind of help, I was going to die."
"I said, 'I would rather live than be in your band. I love being in your band. I think it's kind of obvious. I wear your shirt every fucking night.'"
"You can't give me that minute to get my head straight again. Then I have to go."
Jason Newsted revealed that he left Metallica due to his struggle with addiction, stating he would have died if he stayed. He requested time to seek help, but the band denied his request. Newsted clarified that previous reasons for his departure, such as feeling out of place or being creatively stifled, were not the main factors. He emphasized his commitment to the band and his dedication to representing Metallica, asserting that he needed to prioritize his health over his role in the band.
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