Meat Loaf - Paradise by the dashboard light / BAT Overture 7" SInGLE VINYL
Meat Loaf's epic single "Paradise by the Dashboard Light" is more than just a song; it's a full-blown rock opera packed into an explosive seven-and-a-half minutes. From its playful intro, "Bat Overture," to the song's passionate climax, this 1977 release showcases Meat Loaf's signature theatricality and vocal prowess.
A Story Unfolds
"Paradise by the Dashboard Light" tells a classic teenage romance story played out with exaggerated intensity. Featuring a call-and-response vocal duet between Meat Loaf and Ellen Foley, the song progresses through flirtation, pleading, and finally, surrender. Phil Rizzuto's baseball play-by-play injects humor and unexpected tension, making the song even more captivating.
Jim Steinman's Masterpiece
Composer Jim Steinman's brilliance shines through the song's structure. It unfolds in distinct movements: the playful overture, the passionate verses, and the explosive climax. This structure mirrors a traditional rock opera, condensed into a single track.
Beyond a Single
While released as a single, "Paradise by the Dashboard Light" is inextricably linked to the "Bat Out of Hell" album, of which it is the centerpiece. The song's full impact is best understood within the album's broader context and narrative.
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Music Genre: Americain 1970s Rock |
| Record Collector's Info: P/S Picture Sleeve |
| Tracks side A: Paradise by the Dashboard Light |
| Tracks side B: Bat Overture |
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Record Label & Catalognr: EPC EPC 6673 |
| Vinyl Record Format: 7" Record, PS Picture Sleeve |
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Year & Country: 1978 Made in EEC /Europe |
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