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The Very Best of Meat Loaf

Meat Loaf · 1998

117 min · 18 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · progressive rock

Grandiose rock anthems blend with theatrical storytelling, showcasing Meat Loaf's powerful vocals and intricate compositions.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • theatrical storytelling with peaks
  • cathartic sing-along anthems
  • dynamic journey through emotions
  • long-form tracks for immersion
  • intense moments of dramatic flair

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek minimalistic sonic experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in late 1998, 'The Very Best of Meat Loaf' arrived during a resurgence period for the artist, following the commercial success of 'Bat Out of Hell II: Back into Hell' in 1993. This compilation encapsulated his most celebrated tracks, solidifying his status as a rock icon after years of fluctuating popularity.
Stylistic neighbors
Queen· David Bowie· Alice Cooper

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Home by Now / No Matter What 8:25
  • 2 Life Is a Lemon and I Want My Money Back (remix) 8:07
  • 3 You Took the Words Right Out of My Mouth (Hot Summer Night) 5:04
  • 4 Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad 5:23
  • 5 Modern Girl 4:28
  • 6 Rock & Roll Dreams Come Through 5:50
  • 7 Is Nothing Sacred 6:37
  • 8 Paradise by the Dashboard Light 8:25
  • 9 Heaven Can Wait 4:48

Disc 2

  • 1 I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That) 11:58
  • 2 A Kiss Is a Terrible Thing to Waste 7:36
  • 3 I’d Lie for You (and That’s the Truth) 6:27
  • 4 Not a Dry Eye in the House 5:54
  • 5 Nocturnal Pleasure 0:38
  • 6 Dead Ringer for Love 4:20
  • 7 Midnight at the Lost and Found 3:31
  • 8 Objects in the Rear View Mirror May Appear Closer Than They Are 9:45
  • 9 Bat Out of Hell 9:48

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