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A metal poser is someone who pretends to be a metalhead and into the lifestyle, but isn’t really that into metal. The truth is, as long as you’re really a fan of metal music, then it’s totally fine to consider yourself a metalhead. Take a look at what you listen to on a daily basis. If you can’t help but listen to some metal almost every day, then you’re definitely a fan. Not dressing a certain way and not knowing everything about metal music doesn't make you a metalhead poser. A poser is just someone who pretends they're really into the metal scene and tries really hard to have a metalhead image when they don't even listen to metal music or enjoy it that much. For tips about how to avoid poser trends, keep reading!