SHOOK😳… | FIRST TIME HEARING Meat Loaf - Paradise By The Dashboard Light REACTION

[@colonelb]

As a public service announcement to any young men reading this - never, ever say, "let me sleep on it" - bad things will happen, lol.

[@Officialcammm]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@138NastyNate]

This man has infinite wisdom listen to what he says.

[@sharonburcham66]

Fact😜

[@Frostrazor]

very helpful PSA, Col.

[@kimzwolinski9919]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@kejo7779]

The whole Bat Out Of Hell album is a must listen. A pure masterpiece through and through...

[@debbieeppsmullins208]

YES!!!!! Totally agree!

[@shawnfike2910]

Especially the titular track, Bat Out Of Hell

[@dr.burtgummerfan439]

Absolutely! Meat was a phenomenal vocalist and performer.

[@michelehenne2477]

That is why it spent decades on the Billboard charts. Eddie, forever! (Rocky Horror Picture Show)

[@michelehenne2477]

@@dr.burtgummerfan439 he was!

[@Rosiepooh75]

Meatloaf was a legend. Rock-opera is his genre. Very theatrical and often hilarious. "I'd do Anything for Love" is a great song and video. "Bat Out of Hell" is a classic. Also, his duet with Cher "Dead Ringer for Love," is a really fun tune.

[@crimsonknight7011]

Loved him in Kickapoo.

[@Rosiepooh75]

@@crimsonknight7011 I think it needs to be seen in context. The pick of Destiny is a fun movie's

[@lindalou6105]

And he was in Rock Horror

[@nebelungpixie9373]

"Two Out of Three Ain't Bad" was pretty great as well. Don't forget his role in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" ! Think Cammm is ready for that one? 🤣🤣🤣

[@mixerguru]

meatloaf was a legend Tod Rungren was a genius Todd wrote most of the arrangements sang backgrounds played the guitars and engineered the album. Myself having done Vocals with Meat on back into paradise the Bat out of hell vocal performances are a producer in his highest form that meatloaf is one of the grand asters moments . You kids will never have songs to serenade your existence you DJs not doing it very well and hip hop with no harmony ... just listen to that record a few hundred times like everyone else did for 20 years of its relevance

[@patelk3648]

MEATLOAF....❤ the GOAT ...R.I.P.

[@larissahorne9991]

Personally I'd like to recommend "You Took The Words Right Out My Mouth". The video for "I'd Do Anything For Love" is epic and definitely worth watching.

[@newgrl]

"'You Took The Words Right Out My Mouth'" On a hot summer night would you offer your throat to the wolf with the red roses?

[@lauriefrohlich9901]

AMEN!!!

[@AC8X]

As a kid, I was constantly reciting the YTTWROOMM intro. "I bet you say that to all the boys." XD

[@loralayne2471]

I never get tired of seeing reactions to Meatloaf.

[@Frostrazor]

This is a "rock opera" a subgenre of rock and roll. Meat Loaf (written as two words for the late great singer RIP), made a career out of making big productions like this - most all written by the fantastically talented Jim Steinman (RIP). In fact, if it wasn't for Meat Loaf, there may never have been a rock opera subgenre. He was the gold standard. These two made a helluva team! Jims writing and Meat's singing was gold! Meat sang with such gusto and passion and made you FEEL every word with a sort of gusto and grit with his inflections and how he phrased things, and that dude had some pipes to deliver big belting sounds. Others to consider: "Two Out Of Three Ain't Bad" "Heaven Can Wait" "I Would Do Anything For Love" "Objects in Rear View Mirror" "Life is a Lemon" "Rock And Roll Dreams Come True"

[@Lynn-kh5rs]

Meat Loaf was very talented and one of the greats, but as far as rock opera is concerned 'Tommy' by The Who was before 'Bat Out of Hell'. Also "Sorrow is born,'' the British band the Pretty Things entered the rock-and-roll history books in 1968 with what is generally acknowledged as the first rock opera."

[@mitchellbaxter6314]

Also, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, which had Meat Loaf in the cast. Don't forget Queen!

[@abaker2302]

The relationship between him & his lyricist was special. Like meant to be.

[@davidbanachek7966]

2 out of 3 Ain't Bad is a great power balled by Meatloaf. Other reaction-worthy Meatloaf songs include: I Would Do Anything For Love and You Took The Words Right Out of My Mouth.

[@yankeesfan3961]

Objects in the Rearview Mirror... is very good too by Meatloaf.

[@juliefin1124]

Love 2 out of 3 ain’t bad

[@yankeesfan3961]

@@juliefin1124 I love you Julie :)

[@codyhoney9101]

I love it when people are introduced to this song. It's a masterpiece.

[@dakin7612]

Have you ever heard a song that went so many places you never expected?

[@aaronlipton2440]

RIP to a legend and musical genius

[@rksando1]

I always thought that was a hilarious song. Glad to see you enjoyed it. The title could also be "Praying for the end of time". I'm 65 and the lesson from the song applies today just like it did in 1977 when he released the song. I believe he is accompanied by Karla DeVito in that video. Meatloaf passed away January 20, 2022 so I sent the link to this video to some friends in remembrance.

[@rksando1]

@@Spo-Dee-O-Dee Interesting to know. There are also concert videos where he was accompanied by Amy Goff, Patti Russo and Aspen Miller. Aspen put on a good performance.

[@Hollylivengood]

Didn't his daughter sing with him a few times in these later years?

[@rksando1]

@@Hollylivengood I don't know. If she did there might be a KZbin video.

[@Hollylivengood]

@@rksando1 Ahh, his daughter Pearl sang back up with him on his Back Into Hell album.

[@mikeking7710]

Yes, that was Karla DeVito in the video. But the vocal on the recording was actually sung by Ellen Foley. Foley was also an actress and she was a part of the cast on the TV series Night Court during the 2nd season. There were some other great musicians on this recording too. Todd Rundgren was the guitarist and did background vocals as well as produce the recording, Roy Bittan (keyboards) and Max Weinberg (drummer) of the E Street Band were both on it, and Edgar Winter was the saxophonist.

[@robertbannan6437]

I like how you actually got the end of the song right away. Many reactors fail to grasp what's going on at the end of the song. lol

[@amjPeace]

I was in the front row for Meat Loaf all those years ago, and that concert STILL stands out as the best show I've ever had the joy and honor of attending!

[@antivanti]

RIP Meat Loaf RIP Jim Steinman Meat Loaf was one of the best performers ever and Jim Steinman was a genius song writer and together they were pure gold.

[@enchanted_blue9807]

Can you imagine the music they will be making together now? it will be rocking wherever they are

[@sf0tacticalguy]

This was written in the early 70s and reflected the mores of the time. Going "parking" with someone could lead to making decisions in the "heat" of the moment, with lasting consequences.

[@KeithOlson]

Attitudes still haven't changed, unfortunately; very few of us taught our kids properly to be more careful, self-controlled, and responsible than we were. :sigh:

[@ctuckwell6562]

Great reaction! Not many reactors get the baseball metaphor, so I'm glad you picked up on that! Meat Loaf is the man, not the band, and while this is a fun song, it doesn't show off his insane vocal range, nor the dynamism, timbre and power of his voice. Try "Bat Out of Hell", "For Crying Out Loud" or "I'd Do Anything For Love" to get the full effect. All written by the same composer as this one, Jim Steinman. All 8+ minutes long, and all with the same epic storytelling with a twist. Have fun exploring the Meat and Jim rabbit-hole! :)

[@Hollylivengood]

Yes, that would be Everything Louder , also Wasted Youth.

[@samspade4050]

If who ever listens to this song doesn’t get the baseball metaphor they shouldn’t be reacting to anything

[@llewisdolphins]

It sure is a great rabbit hole to jump in though 😁

[@jerridcook8811]

Watching his reactions throughout this song was my absolute favorite part of this reaction! You sir, just earned yourself a subscriber !

[@acidqueen6460]

💚💚 I absolutely LOVED Meat Loaf! In my opinion one of the most underrated artist. Such talent...his vocal range! My heart broke a little when he passed. Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman (song writer, pianist, legendary story telling) made some FANTASTIC music! I suggest the whole Bat Outta Hell album. Also suggest whole album Welcome to the Neighborhood. Thank you soooooo much for reacting to this!! Much love!!!

[@Frostrazor]

I would list Meat Loaf in the top 10 of most underrated without a doubt. It's amazing to see how much younger people on KZbin are finding his music and falling in love with it now (finally). The truth is the music and singing is brilliant, and just wasn't mainstream enough for everyone to have been exposed to his style.

[@devonvergiels5185]

Respectfully, I don't believe he was in any way underrated.

[@professionalvampire1]

The entire Bat Out of Hell album is perfection. My favorites on it are Bat Out of Hell and For Crying Out Loud, but that doesn't take anything away from the others. Then there's Anything for Love, Rock and Roll Dreams Come Through, and Hot Patootie - plus many others. Meat Loaf was the consummate performer - he poured his heart and soul out on stage. I saw him perform maybe 10 years ago...he was well past his prime, but it was impossible to tell. He put on the same kind of show that this video depicts. The day he died, and also the day that Jim Steinman (the songwriter who wrote all the songs on all 3 Bat Out of Hell albums plus many others) died were both very sad days for music.

[@justingarrett1675]

I always enjoy seeing people hearing Meatloaf for the 1st time. He is a truly underrated artist that more younger people need to be introduced to.

[@kenpatton8761]

RIP Meatloaf and Steinmann. A true dynamic duo!

[@thelastsith1306]

The entire Bat Out of Hell album that this is from is PERFECTION (one of the best selling of all time), I recommend you listen to the whole thing, only 7 songs and they’re all amazing!

[@lyricalxpresser6716]

I endorse this!

[@clintmorin4974]

The first vinyl album I bought in 1979 when I was 10. Still listening to it today on this digital stuff. Album's deep in the storage space by now! lol. 🙂

[@boki1693]

Thank God. You picked the good version to watch. So many people don't! he jsut died this year. :( The song writer died last year. This song was HUGE when I was in H.S. in 77 and 78.

[@67swisslisa]

I love that song! It's so awesome that some young people enjoy our old jams from back in the day! Keep up the good work, buddy! 👊

[@JohnH0130]

Just FYI: the girl in the video is Karla DeVito, who toured with Meatloaf. However, the female lead vocals are sung by Ellen Foley.

[@mulatanyc865]

So much fun watching this reaction. Meatloaf was such a Theatric performer. Glad you like it! ☺️

[@stephaniegannon3967]

Yes! When I first was exposed to Meatloaf, I was shocked that his voice sounded like this. One of my favorites by him is “Two out of three ain’t bad”

[@shannonmcilroy3398]

I'm an old fart, 42yrs old, meatloafs songs were old fashioned even for me when I was growing up yet without a doubt this song is one of the best songs of all time. The song is very easy for many baby boomers and Gen Xs to relate to, the song is super funny not to mention the changes in tempo get you hooked on the story being told throughout the song. Seeing your reaction to this song made my heart smile knowing great music will continue to inspire all different types of people from all different backgrounds bringing the world closer together.

[@maxbrazil3712]

Jim Steinman was Meatloaf's partner and the composer of "Bat out of Hell." Steinman said his goal was to compose rock music that Richard Wagner would be proud of. Steinman succeeded.

[@just_kos99]

Man had an absolutely AMAZING voice! RIP, Meat.

[@julieford8788]

Dude! This was THE song in my teen years. We loved cruising and blaring this on the radio. 🤘🏻🤘🏻💙

[@kenbaer2361]

"Paradise by the Dashboard Lights" is reference from late 50's cars that had chrome on the dashboards. Guys would polish the chrome to use it as a mirror, to get a look up his girl's skirt. Hence the phrase. :)

[@glassontherocks]

Yep...Those were the days of teenage innocence. Now anything goes.

[@cindeepowers3073]

Meatloaf. One of the originals of Rock Opera greats.

[@kristinabushnell3652]

Love Meatloaf!! His whole Bat Out Of Hell album is pure 🔥. Not one bad song on the whole thing. Great reaction!! 🙂

[@parisatempest4565]

1972 … I got engaged to this song, parked at the marina….to my high school love…I was 17. It was February 29th, leap year, and he put the ring on my finger as this song was on the radio. Ahhh what a sweet memory.

[@thunderous784]

great reaction, brought a smile to my face to see younger generations listening to the soundtrack of our lives, and enjoying it

[@wendyshores6771]

The BEST theatrical rock video ever done. Meat Loaf was a musical genius. Anything he did was fantastic, but this will always be my favorite! RIP Meat Loaf... remembered forever

[@amymason5145]

What is great is he is bopping hard to this, and it came out before he was born. Go Cam!!

[@tracythomson7876]

For crying out Loud, from Bat out of Hell, is the best song of Meats, EVER! RIP, Meatloaf! Have loved this man since I was 10, I'm now 55!

[@creativecookie3035]

Your reaction is EPIC lol! I’m 59 and Meatloaf was one of my all time favorites!

[@susanwallace2258]

I thought there was nothing better than watching Meat Loaf perform this song, but watching YOU watch it was magic! I loved seeing you see it for the first time and loving it like I do! RIP Meal Loaf

[@thomassicard3733]

Meat Loaf. Check out his role as Eddie in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, among other film credits. Marvin Lee Aday - AKA Meat Loaf was and IS - because thankfully, his product is preserved for present/future consumption - a VERY INTENSELY talented artist.

[@scozz6139]

I remember when this song came out, 1977, I was 21 years old, lol! It was so funny at the time, everyone loved it! Meat Loaf, (Michael Aday), was a genus!

[@ithok184]

Only thing better than this song is getting to watch people experience it for the first time. Love the joy it brings

[@tracythomson7876]

Saw Meatloaf live in New Zealand, so glad I did! He was amazing!

[@carinalundstrom7566]

I saw him live once and he was incredible. He had a stage precense that was incredible, it was like he was dropping hos heart out and put it on stage, you could feel every word he sang

[@JohnBham]

Meat Loaf was one of those talents that shows up every now and then and they're gone long before their time. RIP, Big Man.

[@bibo6826]

Your grandparents' music is where it is really at. There was no tone correction in the music, it had a drive that current artists can only sample, but never replicate.

[@lulana9545]

Is meatloaf really grandparents' music? I think you mean parents'.

[@susanconstable2113]

I knew you were going to enjoy this song!

[@bjornskivids]

You're exploring my youth. This is such great music. I was lucky enough to see him live once and holy cow, he could put on a show.

[@terryroper5860]

I love every song Meatloaf did, that I have heard. I listen to some of them over and over. It's like rock opera.

[@thomask6681]

From the best album ever made Bat Out Of He'll.

[@MrCRayAnderson]

This is my first time watching your channel, I really enjoyed your reaction, you were the quickest on the draw of getting this song of anyone I've seen! It's a great song, it is actually a lipsynced video, the woman here is not the actual singer, but such a great video! I subscribed to your channel right away!

[@christinesimon3117]

“For crying out loud” the most beautiful Love song ever

[@susanconstable2113]

Meatloaf had an amazing voice and he was so theatrical to watch.

[@mphysic01]

Thank you for giving an 'old song' a chance. There are lots of gems out there just as good as this one.

[@terryroper5860]

I never heard him until he was gone. Oh but one video and I was hooked! I listened to every song I could find and I listen to then again whenever I hear him mentioned or see a reaction to his songs. I know it's musical theater but I love it!

[@St3v3nv90]

Hahaha your reaction is so genuine and cool. I respect that a lot. Glad you enjoyed the song. Meatloaf is a legend. If you get a chance, listen to the entire Bat out of Hell album. It's a work of art, for sure!

[@kathleenarchacki7875]

So classic and iconic rock opera

[@corvus1374]

I sang this at karaoke one time, I was exhausted when I was done.

[@TomGreen-gi3tl]

Meat loaf is timeless. What a great talent he was and a great man. He is missed.

[@geraldinekennedy9929]

OMG I loved your reaction to this - Meatloaf = legend

[@kimzwolinski9919]

Great reaction 😂 I’ll be smiling the rest of the day

[@constancelessard2430]

Thanks for this reaction. It's always great fun to see someone discover the great, and recently departed

[@dwhite849]

Meat Loaf was opera trained, cut his chops on Broadway He always played to the back row.

[@LClark-ry9to]

Here in Texas, we are very proud of Meatloaf and all his success, we love him. I’m his age. Texas here. 🇺🇸😉

[@randallshuck2976]

In the time that this was written a dashboard light was located in the underside of the top of the dash and turned on and off with a switch. It was a fairly bright light designed to allow for map reading, so it would illuminate anything from mid waist to the floor. Just FYI.

[@ramonacosta2647]

His name was Robert Paulson.

[@patdonnelly9392]

Your facial expressions to this song were Priceless!! Great reaction...

[@mkc6753]

I just love how you totally “got it’! Meat Loaf is amazing!

[@glassontherocks]

Meatloaf " Its all coming back to me now"

[@christineschutten248]

I absolutely loved watching this through your eyes! Watch everything from Meatloaf! They ARE rock opera personified!

[@mmiller1113]

Welcome to rock opera my friend, and NOBODY did it better than Meatloaf

[@gwydion56]

"Two Out of Three Ain't Bad" is the treasure I have not seen mentioned below. Add that to the mix, but you won't go wrong with any of Meat Loaf's productions.

[@ronniwright8315]

My favourite song ever

[@ronniwright8315]

Your reactions are priceless, you send me right back to 77 that song was a life plan for me but that’s another story. Two out of 3 ain’t bad, I would do any thing for love, but I won’t do that are really good as well.

[@mattiemathis9549]

6:05 THIS is why I watch reaction videos! I loved how much you vibed with the music but still listened to the lyrics. Great reaction video!

[@noelleparris9451]

Your reaction was fabulous 👍🏾👏🏾 Loved all your expressions, the smiles, laughs and comments. This is a classic 🔥❤, glad you got to it.

[@izzysmomma8734]

Hey man brand new to your channel and seeing your reaction to Paradise by the Dashboard Light convinced me we could be friends haha. Such an overlooked song and so unknown by your generation. I find it hysterical every time I hear it! You have a great ear kid keep up the great work!

[@bethd8007]

Ah the memories. I had to sneak a listen to this from my aunt’s vinyl collection when it was released…. Not that I understand the lyrics I was only ten but everyone was talking about this crazy song. Another Great reaction🔥🔥

[@meg2249]

Ha ha! My first memory of Meatloaf was of my mom buying the Bat out of Hell cd for her long awaited convertible. I was like 11 and was kinda scared of the fact the song dared to have a bad word in it (hell)! I was super sheltered.

[@daveloboda1769]

Love the reaction. Meatloaf is up there with the best ever.

[@dianecope1469]

Love your reaction! you are absolutely adorable! Thank you for the joy x

[@joannegreaves1310]

Great reaction. I loved that you enjoyed this so much, it's one of my favourites. Meatloaf was a total legend who I was lucky enough to see in concert in the '80's in London. Thanks.

[@victorialw1]

Many years ago I named my dog Meatloaf after him, because he too had a jiggle when he walked. Couldn't sing like Meat Loaf though. That man was one of my favorites. I still have my Bat Out Of Hell vinyl that I bought back in the day. My husband, then boyfriend, and I would sing this together all the time. Is that TMI? Lol 🤣

[@Elizamcculloe]

Dude I love you!! Your facial expressions and the whole package!! This is my older teen and early 20 years music!!!

[@jolandafrijlink6103]

This is a song that every dj would play on birthdays, weddings any party, this is a party song alll the way.

[@davidhogan7008]

This is my dad's favorite group. Loved your reaction brother, one of the best music reactions I've seen in a long time. Much love homie, keep doin your thing.

[@dixie3086]

R.I.P. Meat. Thanks for all the great music and the great performances you gave us.

[@jollyrogerred]

Your reaction was pure GOLD! Keep up the great entertaining work

[@csutton161]

"LET ME SLEEP ON IT" Best line in a song....Seriously though, I had this album, Bat Out of Hell, in the late 70's, and wore the GROOVES off it, it was/is that good. I love your reaction!

[@llewisdolphins]

Your first time hearing Meat loaf?!? Everything he did s a banger. He had the best storyteller songwriter that created the amazing lyrics and his voice is so dynamic. I might be aging myself, but he was part of my childhood years. Epic all the way around. Glad you have been sucked in too 😁. I will love his songs forever. ❤ May they both rest in peace and jam in heaven keeping the angels rocking.

[@shannonstepp4848]

One of my top ten favorite rock songs RIP meatloaf. He never aspired to be a huge rock star. He was doing theater and that's what he wanted til he was heard singing in a play. Everyone was blown away by that powerhouse voice. That's what I heard anyway.

[@65presleychick]

I LOVE that you love this! Meatloaf was so underrated. Idk if anyone has said, but the woman singing is Karla DeVito who married teen heartthrob Robby Benson. She's an incredible singer and sand with Meatloaf so we'll.

[@JohnWhitakerHRHardball]

Your reactions are perfect for someone new to the song....operatic, flamboyant, almost cartoonish yet perfectly awesome

[@nyneeveanya8861]

I love watching young people react to this song. From okay I can deal with this, to seeing paradise,to the ballgame then to her ultimatum, his concession, to their desperation of it all to end. Always so much shock and awe and laughter. Meatloaf was a master at taking you on a voyage. I hope you do more.👍

[@LarryHatch]

Meatloaf's work made for a great Broadway musical. The songs are perfect musicals from day one.

[@stacie1121]

I LOVE how expressive you are!! You are so much fun to watch. Please keep them coming. Have you tried listening to Heart? Two sisters' rock band in the 70's. Ground breakers! I just discovered you today so I'm behind. But if not listen to Heart's song, "Barracuda."

[@TakersMissy]

Oh, I LOVE seeing these reaction videos by Gen-X/-Z people to older popular music by rock legends like Elvis and Meat Loaf; that they're really giving it a chance! I'll bet many are surprised that they actually end up liking "the old stuff"! 🙂

[@michelletrainor7096]

The entire album called bat out hell is brilliant. Each song is absolutely perfect and it's plays out like a rock opera. It's fantastic and still one of my top 3 albums.

[@andytrutna5745]

This song cracks me up and I love it! Meatloaf was in a class by himself. Absolutely loved watching your reaction; totally put a smile on my face!

[@benengle59]

The whole Bat Out Of Hell trilogy is a masterpiece of music because each album is like a progression of life and love and grew with its audience everybody should experience this man because his music can relate to almost everyone