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Who sang Bat Out of Hell?

Meat Loaf released the song Bat Out of Hell. Date of release: 1977.

Release date: 1977

Duration: 09:50

The story of the song ' Bat Out of Hell '

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🎶 Bat Out of Hell song analysis

The protagonist describes a dangerous and chaotic situation, with an evil presence and a killer on the loose. He expresses his love and devotion to his companion, but feels the need to flee before dawn for fear of being caught up in the chaos. He plans to escape on his motorcycle and hopes to return to his mate one day, even if he has to crawl like a sinner past the gates of heaven. The song ends with a guitar solo and the protagonist contemplates his own death before flying away like a bat from hell.

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Meat Loaf - Short Biography

Meat Loaf was a legendary American rock singer and actor, known for his big-time live performances. He left an indelible mark on the music industry, selling over 100 million records worldwide. His Bat Out of Hell trilogy of three albums, including the best-selling Bat Out of Hell, has sold millions of copies. The first album alone stayed on the charts for over nine years and still sells about 200,000 copies a year, making it one of the best-selling albums of all time.

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"Bat Out of Hell" is a classic rock song written by Jim Steinman for Meat Loaf's 1977 album, also entitled Bat Out of Hell. It was released as a single two years later, in 1979, and again in 1993. Known for its dramatic and theatrical style, the song features powerful vocals and guitar riffs, making it an iconic anthem of the genre. It has been covered by many other artists over the years and remains a popular song for classic rock fans.

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