Who was Meat Loaf and what were his greatest hits?

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Meat Loaf, the iconic rock singer known for his powerful performances and theatrical style, passed away at the age of 74, reportedly due to complications from COVID-19. He is best remembered for his collaboration with songwriter Jim Steinman, particularly on the legendary album "Bat Out of Hell," which features classic tracks like "Paradise By The Dashboard Light." Meat Loaf's contributions to music and film, including his role in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," solidified his status as a cultural icon.

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Not long after Jim Steinman, who departed last year.
 
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Steinman was a brilliant songwriter. Meatloaf as a performer had that star quality. What a team.
RIP.
 
Like a bat out of hell. That cover of the LP drawn by Richard Corben. Not goodbye, as we say in Basque.
 
Died of Covid I read.

Here is his classic song of HS angst and desire, Paradise By The Dashboard Light (this is a great performance!):



He was also in the Rocky Horror Picture Show.
 
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