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Hits Out of Hell

Meat Loaf · 1984

61 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · progressive rock

A theatrical rock opera of vivid storytelling layered over bombastic instrumentals and soaring vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • theatrical storytelling with drama
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • cathartic sing-along moments
  • late-night emotional release
  • dynamic journey through nostalgia

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, straightforward tracks
  • seek minimalistic soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1984, 'Hits Out of Hell' came during Meat Loaf's resurgence after the massive success of his 1977 debut album 'Bat Out of Hell.' This collection featured tracks from both his earlier albums and new material, reinforcing his status as a rock powerhouse while showcasing his collaboration with songwriter Jim Steinman.
Stylistic neighbors
Queen· David Bowie· Alice Cooper

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Bat Out of Hell 9:50
  • 2 Read ’em and Weep 5:24
  • 3 Dead Ringer for Love 4:22
  • 4 Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad 5:24
  • 5 Midnight at the Lost and Found 3:30
  • 6 All Revved Up With No Place to Go 4:18
  • 7 I’m Gonna Love Her for Both of Us 7:05
  • 8 You Took the Words Right Out of My Mouth (Hot Summer Night) 5:05
  • 9 Razor’s Edge 4:07
  • 10 Paradise by the Dashboard Light 8:29
  • 11 Lost Love 3:37

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