Roger Waters criticizes Metallica's James Hetfield over political stance

Roger Waters, co-founder of Pink Floyd, has launched a sharp verbal attack against Metallica frontman James Hetfield following comments made by the latter regarding politics and music.

During a performance at the Sphere in Las Vegas, Hetfield stated that Metallica is not a platform for influencing fans with political agendas, but rather a way for them to escape external problems through music, emphasizing themes of love and energy. This stance sparked debate among fans and musicians, particularly in the context of ongoing discussions regarding artists' involvement in global political issues.

In an appearance on The Katie Halper Show, Waters criticized Hetfield, calling him a ‘nobody’ and disparaging his musical abilities. Waters claimed that Hetfield’s IQ is ‘around three’ and described his acoustic performances as ‘terrible.’ Waters, known for his frequent use of his platform to address humanitarian and political issues, argued that empathy and kindness are more important than loud music and stage presence.