The Frayed Ends of Sanity Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Ktutu Lives 

Cover art for The Frayed Ends of Sanity lyrics by Metallica

I personally think it is not about insanity, but a close cousin, paranoia. Perhaps its about someone who entered witness protection and is paranoid and fearful for the criminal after him.

"Fighting the Fear of Fear" -Paranoid fear of the criminal "Growing Conspiracy"- Conspiracy and paranoia are linked. "Everyone's after Me"- His paranoia makes him trust no one, hes jumpy and is suspecting of everyone.

Of coarse, insanity might(more than likely) be the main plot, but just posting my opinion.