Night of the Proms | Meat Loaf - Paradise By The Dashboard Light (2001)

Meat Loaf performs 'Paradise By The Dashboard Light' (feat. Patti Russo)
- live @ Night of the Proms 2001 in Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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[@chrismurphy341]

This guy deserves everyone's respect, an incredible performer, totally unique. RIP Meat

[@jamiehoover9348]

Agree with you 💯 🔥✌🏻😎🎼

[@josearriola3087]

u dam right

[@z3ndigital873]

1000 % agree .. The songs he and Steinman created were not 2 or 3 minutes like we see today.. They were over 10 minutes and some hit 14 minutes and had many verses…

[@ZATennisFan]

Quite simply one of the greatest on stage rock and roll performers who ever stepped on a stage. Combine him and Jim Steinhem and you had lightning in a bottle

[@bobwhite4373]

Absolutely

[@savyman2376]

No thank you! I've enjoyed Meatloaf since I first heard his songs as a 15 year old school boy (crashed my bike to Bat out of hell playing on walkman) I'm 52 now and still rockin R.I.P legend

[@christophergomez3440]

I was 17,18, 19 years old and I had an 8 track cassette player in my truck and I would listen to meatloaf over and over I couldn’t get enough of his music he’s the best singer ever and I especially love this version with pattie Russo ❤

[@rowanlidbury]

Back in the day, no-one had seen or heard anything quite like it. His unique performances were full of theatre and drama, a true legend. RIP Marvin.

[@chadbuarsons8551]

He made life...my life...more fun. I don't know that there will ever again be somebody who has the combination of talent, and the ability to play into a joke, laugh at yourself, like him. Godspeed.

[@budmiller807]

Original style

[@maipantoon7823]

Well, he was a Broadway star hired to sing an album that Jim Steinman had just written. So, yeah, he was unknown in the mainstream, but he was well known in theatre. He'd been appearing on Broadway for probably 8 years before bat out of hell came out .

[@vebesese5632]

No. And a crazy MAGA who died because he refused to get vaccinated. So we know what idiot American you are.

[@unclesalty7778]

Nice guy too!

[@keithhakanson6520]

"It was long ago and so far away and things were so much better than they are today" Boy, ain't that the truth.

[@RazvanCosti]

Not enough mentions of the absolutely spectacular vocals and showmanship Patti Russo also delivered here

[@davejones1959]

One of the greatest lyricist to ever puts words to paper. None of this would have been possible without the pure genius of Jim Steinman. RIP the pair of you and thank you for hard hitting, unapologetic, badass pure Rock n Roll. You are legends and a void has forever been left in music.

[@roywilkowski2326]

Check out her performances with TSO singing After The Fall. Amazing

[@gordondavenport4019]

Perfect comment . Patti Russo was a perfect compliment both in voice and style.

[@dannywlm63]

Agreed she is great

[@papacoach2074]

Wouldn't have been the same without Patti

[@mikemiller5052]

That version gives a whole new meaning to the term "extended edition." RIP Meat.

[@pamelagreene5583]

I am 82 years old. My girls played this all the time when they were younger. I loved it. I play Meatloaf so many times.

[@robertduncombe7684]

I have this philosophy Pam, that the great thing about being older now is that we were young back then! All the very best from Canada!

[@sophiavlog7350]

Meat Loaf. Patti Russo. And that blond violinist. Just, wow!

[@1thomson]

Yeah. The entire orchestra seemed to be having a blast. But, the little blond violinist really jumped into it ... in addition to being a real baby doll.

[@terrylingwood]

R.I.P Jim Steinman and thank you for the music

[@bigteddy66]

Ditto

[@htz26129]

I didˋnt know he passed, away. Thank you, Jim

[@timoconnor8520]

@@htz26129 Yeah, that one slipped by me, as well. :-(

[@user-gz9im3mz3d]

I've seen and heard lots of awesome frontmen performers during my 60+ years but, MEAT was unequivocally head & shoulders above ANYONE! And to put icing on the cake = He was such a nice fella. He truly felt indebted & grateful to every single one of his fans who came to see him.... And he gave everything (plus more) he had to repay back the appreciation he got ❤

[@bradhuskers]

The "bat out of hell" album, is a LANDMARK ACHIEVEMENT. An iconic masterpiece, epic and timeless

[@timoconnor8520]

Yeah, truly just a CLASSIC of an album. :-)

[@eddempsey1283]

Agree 100%!

[@TheHoodie63]

I feel privileged that I lived in the era of Meat Loaf. Seen him in concert three times- never disappointed. RIP big fella.

[@stevesutherland8247]

Losing you hurt as much as losing Freddie Mercury! So sad I never got the opportunity to see you live. What a voice, what a showman, what a talent. You're going to be sorely missed. RIP Meat Loaf

[@trevormarcray]

Well put bud. So sad. Just amazing performers lost to soon. I always felt Meat was the solo Queen in a way. 😊

[@keeferdog5617]

WHY DOESN'T THIS PERFORMANCE HAVE MILLIONS OF VIEWS??? ONE-OF-A-KIND MEAT!!!!

[@danc2500]

Bat Out of Hell was released when I was 18. Teens of today will never experience the sheer joy of driving in your car with your guy and girl friends, with the windows rolled down, and singing this song at the top of your lungs!!! This guy provided the soundtrack of my early life. Thanks for all the driving and all the joyous singing Meatball. RIP. To the Grim Reaper I have only one thing to say...."Stop Right There!"

[@sklyons211]

first 8 track I ever owned! Literally played it a 1000 times in my Van! Thank You Meatloaf!! It was long ago and far away but it was so much better than it is today!

[@wendygould4476]

Saw Meatloaf perform “Paradise By The Dashboard Light” on the BBC iconic show The Old Grey Whistle Test. Blew my mind and the next day I dashed down to my local record store and bought the album. Changed my life!!!!

[@briansears6373]

Yeah, I was 22 when it was released. Interesting at the time I was both a fan of rock, blues and metal and of musical theatre. So yeah, this stuff blew me away.

[@Irishmahn87]

Bat Out of Hell was released long before I was even alive, somehow I managed to obtain a coy on vinyl and it is without question one of my favorites

[@tonyhaynes9080]

I got the album for my 21st birthday, whilst serving in Belize. Yes I still have it, along with about three other copies, and many happy memories. Yes, I'm an old fart, but look at the music and cars that we had.

[@fritzcolburn]

This performance is proof that you can be a little past your prime and still put on a top shelf show. It also helps to have the goddess that is Patti Russo on stage to work with.

[@ronbo191]

The best version of dashboard light ever produced hands down. This song will live on forever. This man is truly the greatest showman on earth.

[@squirrelattackspidy]

Just saw your comment and I agree with you 100%. That was incredible!

[@fizzymouse8164]

Agreed. The best showman.

[@Johnsblackliver]

Amen!!!WOW!!

[@memphis6able]

This is my first time seeing this version. The way he set the audience up was hilarious.

[@TUUK2006]

Are you deaf?

[@derekdial2850]

I don't always listen to Meatloaf, but when I do....so do the neighbors.

[@Rumkitty2000]

As they should!😂

[@mikeacton2203]

the most underrated if not greatest rock and roll song ever, by a rock and roll warrior, and the band /orchestra are magnificent

[@JR-ci4ev]

Totally agree

[@lisaking121]

Marua

[@lisaking121]

Maria

[@Serenoj69]

Underrated? Not here in The Netherlands. Every year it is well into the top 40 of best songs ever, according to the public.

[@Flippie123]

Underrated?????? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@nbrowser]

This wasn't a performance of a song...this was a show of a song...seriously taking one of the finest classic rock tracks and making a grand show of it...such a classic track.

[@alanbodell2050]

He was a great performer and more importantly a lovely human being...RIP big man.

[@ranavalona24]

Lovely. Except when he's firing his leading lady and collaborator of 20 years. By email. Then, not quite so lovely.

[@patrickboyle2567]

The theatrics were so much part of the show. Patti played along so well…..dead pan perfectionism…..

[@MJ.71]

Luv it when Patti says 'I wasn't singing that to you...' then does her little victory dance 🤣 Awesome Performance from everyone there ❤️

[@alleycat9422]

Patti brought her A game every time

[@tomjordan3135]

Fun fact, the girl who’s on backup vocals to the right hand side of the stage is his daughter. RIP Loaf, amazing performer.

[@musicworldvision802]

Josef Frizl?

[@chopprz]

@Martin Dybala these are two fun facts! 🤓

[@danbailey8182]

Is her name Pearl?

[@jamiehoover9348]

@@danbailey8182 yes her name is Pearl 😎✌🏻

[@jamiehoover9348]

@@musicworldvision802 ??isn't he dude that locked his daughter in a basement for 22 years and she had his children???

[@parnell76]

I remember my uncle Derek in his 3 wheeler blasting this out of his car taking 2 wheels round the corners of the estate i lived. WOW what an album amazing music and memories.

[@rhondawebber]

Story of my life!!!!

[@meganivy5795]

Patti looks amazing. What a grand performance. Meat Loaf has been my favorite artist since I was 9 years old, 26 years ago. That was when I first heard "I'd Do Anything For Love". Everyone else was listening to BSB and I was blasting "Paradise by the Dashboard Lights". He had some hard times and so many health issues but despite it all he really left his mark. I'm so happy I saw him in concert in 2016. His voice wasn't as strong any more but he was still iconic and he put on one helluva show. Rest easy Meat. ❤🦇

[@gailchypyha2781]

The orchestra was amazing!! Great showmanship!! R.I.P. Earth's loss...Heaven's gain.

[@timbrock3377]

Man, the energy Michael and Patti poured into this song Every. Single. Time. I had this on 8 Track as a kid, and it's still an amazing song.

[@MarcBervoets]

Wow this is a really epic performance by meatloaf and Patti Russo! What an energy and presence!

[@tonyhaynes9080]

The orchestra must love gigs like this. He proved yet again, it isn't just about him. The blonde violinist was really having fun out there.

[@jcstotler]

Back when music had story behind it. He literally made this song into a play and musical that lasted 22min. Genus

[@BHHartman]

Great song, but he milked it. This shouldn’t be a 22 min song.

[@davidstephens3804]

For as long as you are remembered you are never truly dead. Meatloaf will live FOREVER. RIP

[@mickdavid4857]

Meat total performer and ms russo omg perfection . When parents and offspring attend same concert a sign of how good performance

[@mariamaloney8514]

The drama, the song, the voice...RIP Meatloaf..and we'll never stop Roooockkkking!

[@cwmiller2006]

Unbelievable performance!! 👏...Rip Meat, you are truly missed!

[@reddog543211]

Omg....I'm 66 yrs old and just had the goosebumps of my life....what a outstanding video thanks to everybody involved...especially the band !!..... RIP Meatloaf!!

[@schnauzermom2922]

Hands in the air clapping. No cellphones! Everyone enjoying the moment! ❤️

[@Vanjasper]

Brilliant, what a show that guy gives, holds back nothing, and Patti Russo, a class act, gorgeous woman.

[@rickmeadows555]

True rock performers are said to expend as much energy as any professional athlete in their concerts. Meatloaf was an all-star in singing, performing and entertaining. He had it all.

[@retiredfirefighter415]

People think hes crazy...The man is a genius!

[@ezranixon7699]

RIP Jim Steinman the genius who conceived the greatest rock album and duet in history and of course RIP Meat, the voice that made it all happen.

[@eiserntorsphantomoftheoper2154]

What an entertainer.... Deserved so much more acclaim. God bless Mr Loaf.

[@lindaloutidwell6707]

Agree,

[@ctuckwell6562]

Oh my goodness, how am I just finding this now?! My face aches from smiling and my stomach hurts from laughing. The orchestra having a blast, Meat's "dancing", Patti patiently waiting, the violin! 😂 😂

[@Mikeandlucy1]

I think the one thing that I hate about getting older, is that my heros keep dying and sadly Meatloaf was one of my Heros that has gone. RIP to a Legend

[@scottdavenport2654]

I'm so happy I grew up in the 80's

[@papacoach2074]

What an unbelievably magnificent performance. No easy task to integrate an orchestra and choir into a rock music classic.

[@BlueTJay]

This is not a 2 min song, this is a performance!!! great tallent, love Ruso, the orchestra is excellent! Those days are gone!

[@eatonbraynz247]

Meatloaf and Jim Steinman.....what a great combination of words, music, voice and performance.....so damn great.....once in a lifetime.

[@adrianag1047]

RIP dear Meat. We love you. Now, you are free of pain and with Jim, your dear friend. We will keep you alive in our hearts through your art.

[@frankthetank8216]

Doctor: "you have 22 minutes and 10 seconds to live" Me: plays this video

[@wilmh9586]

16:03 IT WAS LONG AGO IT FAR AWAY AND SO MUCH BETTER THAN IT IS TODAY.....RIP BIG MAN WE LUV YA

[@stefanklaus1652]

He was special, his voice his charisma, he will be missed , Rest In Peace meatloaf 😢

[@joesatriani1441]

It was long ago and far away so much better than it is today 🥲🥲RIP big man

[@assodclownjr4650]

Why have I not seen this before? What a great performance. And Patty.... WOW!

[@alexisrivard3948]

I'm 14 and I just discovered Meatloaf and it's one of the greatest bands I've ever listen to. Paradise by the dashboard light is just a masterpiece. Now I listen to Meatloaf all of the time.

[@memphismafia5167]

Good for you! To recognize great music at an early age. Never lose that.

[@snipe1066]

You could do worse.........

[@bigteddy66]

Meatloaf is not a band meatloaf just is.

[@courtneyh9153]

I think I was about 14 Alexis when I found meatloaf ❤️. Im in my 40’s now, and my kids love meatloaf now ❤️.

[@courtneyh9153]

@@memphismafia5167, I introduced meatloaf to all of my three children. They love him. ❤️❤️. They also love queen, Neil Diamond, and so many more. ❤️❤️

[@Iain1107]

And that Ladies and Gentlemen, is how it's done.

[@GGGritzer]

Damn straight!

[@annmariebarratt4213]

Iain Ryan Yep, that’s how it should be done! Love that guy. He gave a concert in Holland a couple of years ago, went to see him...... Best concert ever!!!!!!!!!

[@amandareuben6240]

@@annmariebarratt4213 I saw him in concert here in England 1977....fantastic!

[@jonathancooganjess4364]

Brilliant thanks so much meatloaf

[@bigteddy66]

@@amandareuben6240 you lucky shite.

[@kayasper6081]

Meat Loaf marked my youth and my present. You were great.

[@jaybird2647]

WOW ABSOLUTELY AMAZING

[@johnmedici1208]

My heart is sad, weeps. RIP Meatloaf. Rock the Heavens above. I regret not seeing one of his concerts.

[@SusanScrapPassion]

Amazing. “It was long ago and far away, so much better than it is today.” All these years later and so very true. You will be missed. Keep rockin’ on heaven til we all shall meet again.

[@Archpope]

This is the best version of this song ever recorded. RIP Meat Loaf.

[@stevenA44]

That's your opinion, not everyone else. Honestly I don't like this version. The original is still the best in MY opinion.

[@tomjordan3135]

Couldn’t agree more, amazing start to finish. Patti Russo is phenomenal in this.

[@lisanolan8821]

Amazing!

[@alleycat9422]

@@tomjordan3135 Patti was and is the best

[@sambrooks7862]

Gotta say I agree, I saw meat loaf several times between the early 80s and the late 90s and I honestly never really rated him as a live performer. I only clicked on this to watch patti but the meat was on fire.

[@JugSouthgate]

Best wedding song EVER!

[@karlstreasurehunt7139]

I think my favorite part of the performance (besides Meat, of course) are the two violinists rocking out. I think the cameraman liked them, too.

[@tonyhaynes9080]

Yep, especially the blonde one.

[@jamesrichards7644]

Yeah blond was gorgeous

[@jamesrichards7644]

And probably still is

[@danielkleimenhagen2322]

Killer version of my all time favorit Meat Loaf song. Patti Russo: what a voice! At some moments it looks like she's holding back, to not outperform ML. And to see the fun the fantastic orchestra and band are having is wonderful.

[@ansgarhohne783]

She ist absolut amazing, best voice, so much better as aspen miller.

[@mdeponte182]

When he sang “ but god only knows what I could do right now” he was at full throttle giving it everything he had , I grew up listening to him in my fathers car what great memories

[@markluras763]

Man am I going to miss you and your MUSIC and of Course your Showmanship. R I P Marvin the World will Miss Meat Loaf. You and Jim are back Together.

[@golfinnewengland8256]

Amazing bad ass, when you get symphony musicians rocking when playing, you got something there. RIP in rock n roll heaven...

[@anthonydickinson5913]

It was long ago and far away, So much better than yesterday🤟🇬🇧👍👈 That Sir, is the perfect arrangement…RIP Meat😢

[@toddwatkins5713]

His soooooo great LOVE him

[@carsonfenimore4655]

I love it how he points out the musicians talents before he starts singing

[@blaizemonaghan9875]

brought a tear to my eye meatloaf at his brillant best

[@lindaloutidwell6707]

First time I heard paradise by the dashboard lights was the night I met my husband to be. This became our song every anniversary he made sure to play it. The last night he was on this earth he played it. I didn't listen to paradise by the dashboard lights again till 5 months later on Halloween our anniversary I didn't even have it on my phone yet around 7:30 pm my phone started playing it. I knew it was a sign. I love and miss you Chris Forever Your Girl Lindalou

[@RobertBrown-jz4qj]

I thonk there a lot of couples tjat gpt together by this song. And i am sureyou and Chris had a lovely married life May God Bless You and your family

[@gibsalisbury]

I don’t believe there was a performer that put so much heart and soul into a performance. Would have loved to have seen him live. RIP

[@dldave1978]

RIP Meat. Badass production. What an amazing, fun performance.

[@BeckyAnn6879]

One of my favorite renditions of this song... Meat and Patti's interactions were just awesome. RIP Meat Loaf.

[@SonnenBluehmchen]

Er war nicht nur ein super Sänger sondern auch ein klasse Schauspieler!!!Unterhaltung pur!!!👏❤💯

[@rayl8351]

One of the greatest performers and musicians ever.

[@lancemuuss9852]

I'm so so sad RIP Meatloaf

[@mathewpashley146]

Am I getting old or is this how music should be. No fancy videos. No women twerking into camera. Just pure vocals and talent.

[@LordOfTheBored]

Don´t see any talent. Just a completely overdone performance by a sweaty obese lunatic

[@HereIsMyStuff35]

@@LordOfTheBored How sad that you can't appreciate one of the greatest singers of our time. You're missing out.

[@ban-kaip596]

Yes

[@edmahoney9346]

RIP Meat Loaf your music will last forever

[@polychromebooks3304]

Thank you for such awesome lifelong memories.

[@user-ff3mj6sr9u]

Im so happy. I. Got Se this man live awesome Nice concert in valby parken Köpenhamn. Great performance Great show. RIP big man. Meat loaf.

[@lucaslopez9569]

THANK YOU MEAT LOAF!!!!! and we never ever stop rocking!!!!!!!

[@timothypowell8624]

Fantastic. The best album of all time.

[@gryphon10]

What a performance

[@douglasboyd8475]

Meatloaf plus the great Patti Russo equals pure rock greatness!

[@gmitchell782]

What can be said that hasn’t been said? He’s an incredible performer especially with the full orchestra. And Patti is absolutely phenomenal!! What a combination!! RIP MEAT.

[@graemerichardson2368]

Wow, just wow. In tears watching a great man. RIP Meatloaf

[@joesatriani1441]

16:01 it was long ago it was far away but so much better than it is today 🥳🥳rip big man❤️

[@kingkari1496]

I love night of the proms

[@Stage99Photography]

Never stop rockin'! R.I.P. Meat Loaf!

[@georgewilliams8448]

This is the best performance and sound of this song that I have ever heard or seen!! Modern Rock concert goers don't know what they are missing!!! Thank Heaven for KZbin et al for letting those of us who were not there to have a taste of the experience!!

[@moremerry57]

There’s no way any performance will ever touch the raw energy and desperation of the original. Ever.

[@wilbertvandenhengel9100]

You will be missed my friend. Thank you for everything you gave to us.

[@davidairlie1979]

Patti`s voice gives me chills, so good

[@spikespa5208]

A matter of taste to be sure, but Patti never looked and sounded better.

[@FlexBnt]

The original girl was the best, was her name Erin 🤔 I think he tried to diminish her role in the original 1977 clip, she made the song

[@silverbecom6702]

For some reason I always believed teen idol Robbie Benson's wife was the original singer for this part. I might have hallucinated that though

[@janpcs]

@@FlexBnt Ellen Foley

[@ranavalona24]

@@silverbecom6702 Robbie Benson's wife is Karla de Vito, who toured with Meat Loaf in 1977 in Bat Out of Hell, and lip synched Ellen Folley's vocals in the video.

[@effinpistov]

this is not just a song, it is an epic anthem!

[@vinmangob8555]

wow I just watched this over 10 times, dam wow. I bet god is glad he's up there with him. wow.

[@jefft9893]

A 22 min version of Paradise by the Dashboard Light is something I always knew I needed.

[@sharkmanxbro7082]

This is now the 6th live performance that I've watched of this song one after another in the past hour. Actually it's been over an hour because of how long this masterpiece is.