Wherever I May Roam is a Metallica song from the band's 1991 self titled album, often called The Black Album, and it was released as a single in 1992. Its lyrics follow a nomad who treats the road as home, a theme matched by the track's exotic opening and heavy groove. The song became one of the album's best known cuts and a regular part of Metallica live sets. Short excerpts circulate online for travel edits because the title phrase and roaming mood are instantly understood.