Meatloaf dies at 74.

**Averageman** · 01-21-22, 07:39

Meat Loaf, the U.S. rock star whose debut "Bat Out of Hell" became one of the best-selling albums of all time, has died aged 74.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainm...?ocid=msedgntp
"His amazing career spanned 6 decades that saw him sell over 100 Million albums worldwide and star in over 65 movies, including ‘Fight Club’, ‘Focus’, ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’, and ‘Wayne’s World.’ ‘Bat Out of Hell’ remains one of the top 10 selling albums of all time.

"We know how much he meant to so many of you and we truly appreciate all of the love and support as we move through this time of grief in losing such an inspiring artist and beautiful man.

"We thank you for your understanding of our need for privacy at this time. From his heart to your souls…don’t ever stop rocking! (sic)"

Born Marvin Lee Aday, the iconic star - who later changed his first name to Michael - has struggled with ill health in recent years and was previously left unable to stand up for longer than five minutes due to a nerve issue in his back - meaning he was forced to spend most of the time sat down.

He explained at the time: "I don't do drugs. I don't drink. I have a pinched nerve in my back and it feels like when I stand up to walk, that Norman Bates from Psycho is stabbing me in the back. And it hurts like hell."

**utahjeepr** · 01-21-22, 08:37

RIP big guy.

Bless your soul indeed.

**gaijin** · 01-21-22, 08:54

RIP Meat.

**Slater** · 01-21-22, 11:16

"Paradise By The Dashboard Light" is a classic rock staple. To us guys in our 60's, part of the soundtrack of our youth has passed. RIP.

**signal4l** · 01-21-22, 16:21

I have always been a fan. A very talented individual. Godspeed

**SteyrAUG** · 01-21-22, 18:03

So now I guess he can end his time with her.

**Renegade** · 01-21-22, 18:43

Originally Posted by SteyrAUG

So now I guess he can end his time with her.

Not another minute with Ellen Foley

Most of the music was provided by members of E Street Band, and of course the cameo by Phil Rizzuto

Classic song of the 70s

And Ellen Foley was on Night Court before Markey Post.