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The Shortest Straw (October 1987, Writing in Progress) Lyrics

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The Shortest Straw (October 1987, Writing in Progress)

From ...And Justice for All (Remastered Deluxe Box Set)2018

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The Shortest Straw (October 1987, Writing in Progress)

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"The Shortest Straw (October 1987, Writing in Progress)" is a song by Metallica from the album ...And Justice for All (Remastered Deluxe Box Set), released in 2018.

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