Lee Burton
American bassist (1962–1986)
1962 — 1986
Quick Facts
Profession
American bassist (1962–1986)
Born
February 10, 1962
Died
1986 (age ~24)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
bass guitarist
United StatesBorn in Castro ValleyDied in Dörarp
1962
Born in Castro Valley (1962-02-10)
1986
Died in Dörarp
About
Clifford Lee Burton was an American musician who served as the bassist for the heavy metal band Metallica from 1982 until his death in 1986. He is renowned for his musicianship and influence.
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Who is Lee Burton?+
Clifford Lee Burton was an American musician who served as the bassist for the heavy metal band Metallica from 1982 until his death in 1986. He is renowned for his musicianship and influence.
What does the name Lee mean?+
The name Lee means "unisex given name. Etymology: lē, from hlēo. Cognate with lij, lee.". It is of English origin.
When was Lee Burton born?+
Lee Burton was born on February 10, 1962.
When did Lee Burton die?+
Lee Burton died in 1986, at approximately 24 years of age.
Name Meaning
unisex given name. Etymology: lē, from hlēo. Cognate with lij, lee.
The name Lee is of English origin, meaning "unisex given name. Etymology: lē, from hlēo. Cognate with lij, lee.". It is traditionally a unisex name.
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Lee — February 10, 1962
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Akbal
Night — darkness, mystery, dreams
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
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