Discover the story of the song > My Apocalypse – Metallica

The protagonist is feeling trapped and overwhelmed, like he needs to explode. He is facing death and destruction but seems to be drawn towards it. He sees himself falling apart and reaching the end, but still can't escape his fate. The chorus talks about crossing a line and suffering through an apocalypse, while the bridge describes violent imagery of destruction. Overall, the song seems to be about accepting and embracing one's own destruction and fate.