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AndrewG · 23 May 2013, 02:04

Have said stupid things on here as well, made senseless remarks about things and picked stupid fights with people so I can relate to that. Also I think it was R. who pointed out a while ago how negative reviews can come across when you are on the receiving end. He posted all those bad words about a show or song or album you did (sorry can't remember specifics) in one long post and bloody hell it actually seemed so fricking hurtful that it started a change in my tactic and approach to this forum and how to post my opinions (it has taking me time to adapt but at the same time not kiss ass and still post what I think is my valid opinion). Still learning!

I think I learned from it all and getting married last year really calmed me down as well and actually became a happier person. I always knew that even in the hottest debates and posts you were our real friend and loved us no matter what you or anyone would write. It's a shame a few couldn't quite see that at the time I guess but you convinced pretty much everyone I think!

So much love from me to you too! For everything so far and beyond! And I'm looking forward to Saturday!

Great news about Jim Steinman.

AndrewG · 23 May 2013, 02:14

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sebastian.

If you want you can come to Alton Towers with Mel and me on Friday. New rides just opened...

Wasn't that a ride on which some celebrities got stuck? I'm sure I read that somewhere.

Sebastian. · 23 May 2013, 02:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by AndrewG

Wasn't that a ride on which some celebrities got stuck? I'm sure I read that somewhere.

Oh bollocks! They're not opening the Smiler this week

.

ice · 23 May 2013, 02:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fire Ball

My Oscar is coming , or at least a Nom. 2019 is the year !! I got money on it "2 dollars Canadian"
M

As a Canadian,Meat..I'm here chuckling about the ''Two-onie''...thanks for the chuckle.

anotherday · 23 May 2013, 02:18

Awe MEAT...Thank YOU for everything you've done for US. I love you. I so hope to see you again

Ollie241189 · 23 May 2013, 02:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fire Ball

I'm in Manchester , in my room where I always am when not on a plane, bus or Dressing room when on tour . Always by myself . Except Frances IS always there even though I never see her or anyone .( I am going to see Star trek with Paul tomorrow, afternoon.)( Front page news) She is So great but then again so is the band and crew . It is a very strange day . It is the end of one era. Just getting on a different Highway . Did you know the first show we did in the UK was at the Manchester Apollo in 1978 , after we did "old Grey Whistle test" Then we went to London and played Hammersmith. "The NME REVIEW of the London show the next day was a 2 page headline "FAT OUT OF HELL" ACROSS 2 PAGES. I bet that guy is bald and out weighs me now by 6 stone now lol . His review, I don't remember him every talking about the music just about what we were all wearing and how big I was!! He called us "the worst band in the entire world". Which from that one line we got more press than you could imagine. When played Central Park in 1978 to the largest crowd they had have ever had ( at that time) There was more press from all over the world because of the NME review. ( so Thank You NME) Don't know what my point is here I just feel very strange. I know at times On this site , I have gotten angry, said things I should have never said to some of you ! Please except my apology .
I guess I just want you to know I know where my real friends are and I really love you all !! I guess this is my way of saying THANK YOU SO MUCH !! by the way . They are giving Jimmy a doctorate/degree from Amherst this week. I joked with him ater Nottingham I got an Honorary degree from Middle
Tennessee State College. I guess there was no point to all this except to say I love you !!
Meat

Meat, thank YOU very much for the dedication and loyalty to each and every single one of us, whether we've met you, e-mailed you, messaged you etc! But regardless, we all love you with all our hearts and I only have one wish... That is they ever invent a time machine, I would go back in time and follow your amazing career from start to finish as I have sadly caught the end of your touring career!
But my REAL one wish is that no matter what you do, I wish you every success in every aspect of it! And dont be a stranger on here or to the UK! (And yes I cried in Birmingham and Nottingham and I'm crying like a good one right now!!! )

Evil Ernie · 23 May 2013, 02:39

From what I have heard it's best to avoid reviews at any point in your career. Whether it be as an entertainer or an athlete.

Keep your head up Meat. Just go out there and lay it on the line. If your best isn't good enough for them, screw em'.

Vickip · 23 May 2013, 02:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ollie241189

Meat, thank YOU very much for the dedication and loyalty to each and every single one of us, whether we've met you, e-mailed you, messaged you etc! But regardless, we all love you with all our hearts and I only have one wish... That is they ever invent a time machine, I would go back in time and follow your amazing career from start to finish as I have sadly caught the end of your touring career!
But my REAL one wish is that no matter what you do, I wish you every success in every aspect of it! And dont be a stranger on here or to the UK! (And yes I cried in Birmingham and Nottingham and I'm crying like a good one right now!!! )

Is there any chance you'd be able to fly over for Vegas, Ollie ? I really would love to meet you

melon · 23 May 2013, 03:05

You could have come to the UK?

There's still time.

nikox1 · 23 May 2013, 03:13

Thanks for the kind words Meat. I think we are all feeling bittersweet in a way, what can I add to what everybody else has said? It's been a journey and adventure. The last time I seen you, you walked off the stage with a smile and a huge crowd on their feet cheering you on, that's the way I will always remember you. Good luck in the future Meat and don't ever ever ever stop rocking!!!! ( just had to, sorry ).

Vickip · 23 May 2013, 03:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by melon

You could have come to the UK?

There's still time.

I wish I could have Mel because I would have loved to meet everybody

But I was recovering from major surgery,
and now it's our busy time at the store. C'est la vie ... fingers crossed the shows in Vegas will work out for the fall

Vickip · 23 May 2013, 04:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fire Ball

It is a very strange day . It is the end of one era. Just getting on a different Highway .
Meat

Meat, I know you'll have a full plate when you return back to the USA, so I understand completely that you won't be able to do
any shows here in July

And I'm looking forward to the possibility of seeing you in Vegas in the fall.

But is there a possibility that we'll be able to see the Last At Bat Tour at the Beacon Theatre (or anywhere else) next year

Sadly I couldn't make it to the UK and I would love the opportunity to see this amazing show for myself just once.

lorenzoduke · 23 May 2013, 04:14

I've said many times both publicly, to friends and so on that Meat is the artist/singer/entertainer who means the most to me in the world and I've explained why until my friends are sick of hearing. It all comes down to heart, raw effort and willing to try.

When I saw Meat's show in Sheffield last month, I spent the following night telling a friend of mine how wonderful it was, how much he killed it, how beautiful Heaven Can Wait was, how he was still unbeatable twenty years after I first saw him. She laughed - she'd heard it all before, but she still indulged me.

The next day I had a job interview. They asked me all the standard questions you'd expect, and then... 'Who's your role model?' - well, you can guess the rest. It'd be a better story if I'd got the damn job but c'est la vie.

There's been times when I've got angry or pissy about this forum too. All I can do is remember what Meat says about 'bringing out the passion'. Thanks to you Meat and thanks to this forum for giving us such a rare opportunity to discourse with you and each other. Good luck for Manchester, I'll be thinking of you and all you MLUKFCers there, give him an extra cheer for me.

Fire Ball · 23 May 2013, 05:40

LOL

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wario

Maybe perform Masculine at the 2019 Oscars?

Deena J · 23 May 2013, 06:39

I haven't posted in a while. So HEY Y'ALL. Actually I should be asleep (almost 11:00 PM and I have to get up at 4:00). But I read this whole thread and couldn't resist saying SOMETHING at least...

Love & hugs back to ya, Meat! Between you and us, we are all just one big crazy (sometimes outrageous) family here.

LOL

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Yevonda · 23 May 2013, 07:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fire Ball

I'm in Manchester , in my room where I always am when not on a plane, bus or Dressing room when on tour . Always by myself . Except Frances IS always there even though I never see her or anyone .( I am going to see Star trek with Paul tomorrow, afternoon.)( Front page news) She is So great but then again so is the band and crew . It is a very strange day . It is the end of one era. Just getting on a different Highway . Did you know the first show we did in the UK was at the Manchester Apollo in 1978 , after we did "old Grey Whistle test" Then we went to London and played Hammersmith. "The NME REVIEW of the London show the next day was a 2 page headline "FAT OUT OF HELL" ACROSS 2 PAGES. I bet that guy is bald and out weighs me now by 6 stone now lol . His review, I don't remember him every talking about the music just about what we were all wearing and how big I was!! He called us "the worst band in the entire world". Which from that one line we got more press than you could imagine. When played Central Park in 1978 to the largest crowd they had have ever had ( at that time) There was more press from all over the world because of the NME review. ( so Thank You NME) Don't know what my point is here I just feel very strange. I know at times On this site , I have gotten angry, said things I should have never said to some of you ! Please except my apology .
I guess I just want you to know I know where my real friends are and I really love you all !! I guess this is my way of saying THANK YOU SO MUCH !! by the way . They are giving Jimmy a doctorate/degree from Amherst this week. I joked with him ater Nottingham I got an Honorary degree from Middle
Tennessee State College. I guess there was no point to all this except to say I love you !!
Meat

Meat you are hands down one of the coolest dudes ever. You are genuine, you care about your fans, you stand up and by what you believe in. You really are an inspiration to so many people.

I think we as your fans are all in the same boat as you. We are all feeling a little strange knowing that an era is coming to a close. I knew it was your farewell tour but I guess it really didn't hit until now after reading your post.

I have friends that do not really understand your music so they don't understand why I am such a big fan. Aside from the fact that you are a phenomenal artist it is becuase of this post right here that I am a fan. Being a fan of yours has a lot to do with your music but more so, it has to do with you and the type of man you are. You have always taken care of us and we will always be there to take care of you.

I guess the point I am trying to make (to steal your line) is, I love you too and Thank you and your family for giving us so many years of your life.

Sabine · 23 May 2013, 08:04

Thank you for this post Meat. Thank you for all these wonderful years with you, the great Shows, the films and all the other things.
We love you so much, thank you!!

Sabine

Gez · 23 May 2013, 09:51

Yeah, thanx for an amazing time Meat, you've been fantastic at the three M&Gs I've been to this tour.
My wee girl Emma won't shut up since Newcastle and same with my wife when we met you in Berlin.
Btw, if you remember, my wife wasn't fat but pregnant but was too shy to say....ahhh, so if you've got free time you could always take up knitting :)
A wee knitted top from Meat Loaf would be fab lol

Tina.K. · 23 May 2013, 10:13

Well thank you Mister Loaf!! Now you've made me cry again, just like you did at Zwolle!

If you'd like to get a new career, you should be a psychologist or mental coach to get all the stucked rubbish out of people. You would do excellent and will get a degree for that you can show to Jimmy! LOL

Meat, you're a fantastic person! We all love you very much too!!!!

PanicLord · 23 May 2013, 10:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fire Ball

LOL

Hehe Meat, please don't encourage Wario

PanicLord · 23 May 2013, 10:26

Meat, beautiful message, I bet it does feel odd to keep thinking "that's the last time I'll play here". Remember all the good times and know that you are going out on a high and on a wave of love.

In the UK, as I'm sure is the case elsewhere, whenever you make an appearance or do an interview, you are always referred to as a legend. Having bought all your albums, seen you perform, watched you on tv and in films, seen the great work you do for charity, and been in contact through this site, I can honestly say the epithet is thoroughly deserved.

Legends go on forever.

All the love and thanks in the world, Simon.

madonna123968848 · 23 May 2013, 10:31

Hey Meat, eek, I am getting sad for Manchester! Although I shall be seeing you at Ladies Day in Newbury again (in my dress and high heels!). Thanks for so many happy nights in various arena's, you have helped me through many difficult times. Always be here for you my friend, as I am sure all the fans on this site will be. Keep well and I hope you are happy Meat. Thanks also for putting together the best band in the world :) Take care, Samantha xx

meat_loaf · 23 May 2013, 10:37

I love you meat and reading this post has brought a tear to my eye you are truly the greatest inspiration in my life. and for that I LOVE YOU, for making me smile when I needed it the most you know I LOVE YOU.

AndrewG · 23 May 2013, 11:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by madonna123968848

Thanks also for putting together one of the best bands in the world :)

One of the best?

THE Best!

madonna123968848 · 23 May 2013, 11:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by AndrewG

One of the best?

THE Best!

Edited!!!

23 May 2013, 10:31	#47
madonna123968848 Super Loafer Join Date: 07.07.2003 Location: Ashford, Kent. UK. Posts: 294	Hey Meat, eek, I am getting sad for Manchester! Although I shall be seeing you at Ladies Day in Newbury again (in my dress and high heels!). Thanks for so many happy nights in various arena's, you have helped me through many difficult times. Always be here for you my friend, as I am sure all the fans on this site will be. Keep well and I hope you are happy Meat. Thanks also for putting together the best band in the world :) Take care, Samantha xx Last edited by madonna123968848; 23 May 2013 at 11:28. Reason: Typo!

23 May 2013, 02:04	#26
AndrewG I hope your salmon sucks! Join Date: 18.01.2004 Location: Northamptonshire Posts: 7,077	Have said stupid things on here as well, made senseless remarks about things and picked stupid fights with people so I can relate to that. Also I think it was R. who pointed out a while ago how negative reviews can come across when you are on the receiving end. He posted all those bad words about a show or song or album you did (sorry can't remember specifics) in one long post and bloody hell it actually seemed so fricking hurtful that it started a change in my tactic and approach to this forum and how to post my opinions (it has taking me time to adapt but at the same time not kiss ass and still post what I think is my valid opinion). Still learning! I think I learned from it all and getting married last year really calmed me down as well and actually became a happier person. I always knew that even in the hottest debates and posts you were our real friend and loved us no matter what you or anyone would write. It's a shame a few couldn't quite see that at the time I guess but you convinced pretty much everyone I think! So much love from me to you too! For everything so far and beyond! And I'm looking forward to Saturday! Great news about Jim Steinman.

23 May 2013, 02:18	#30
anotherday Super Loafer Join Date: 12.10.2012 Posts: 801	Awe MEAT...Thank YOU for everything you've done for US. I love you. I so hope to see you again

23 May 2013, 02:39	#32
Evil Ernie Super Loafer Join Date: 03.06.2011 Posts: 667	From what I have heard it's best to avoid reviews at any point in your career. Whether it be as an entertainer or an athlete. Keep your head up Meat. Just go out there and lay it on the line. If your best isn't good enough for them, screw em'.

23 May 2013, 03:05	#34
melon Long Distance Loafer Join Date: 17.07.2007 Location: Perth, Australia Posts: 4,586	You could have come to the UK? There's still time.

23 May 2013, 03:13	#35
nikox1 Mega Loafer Join Date: 06.07.2007 Location: Front line of the battle Posts: 2,657	Thanks for the kind words Meat. I think we are all feeling bittersweet in a way, what can I add to what everybody else has said? It's been a journey and adventure. The last time I seen you, you walked off the stage with a smile and a huge crowd on their feet cheering you on, that's the way I will always remember you. Good luck in the future Meat and don't ever ever ever stop rocking!!!! ( just had to, sorry ).

23 May 2013, 04:14	#38
lorenzoduke Mega Loafer Join Date: 24.07.2006 Posts: 1,269	I've said many times both publicly, to friends and so on that Meat is the artist/singer/entertainer who means the most to me in the world and I've explained why until my friends are sick of hearing. It all comes down to heart, raw effort and willing to try. When I saw Meat's show in Sheffield last month, I spent the following night telling a friend of mine how wonderful it was, how much he killed it, how beautiful Heaven Can Wait was, how he was still unbeatable twenty years after I first saw him. She laughed - she'd heard it all before, but she still indulged me. The next day I had a job interview. They asked me all the standard questions you'd expect, and then... 'Who's your role model?' - well, you can guess the rest. It'd be a better story if I'd got the damn job but c'est la vie. There's been times when I've got angry or pissy about this forum too. All I can do is remember what Meat says about 'bringing out the passion'. Thanks to you Meat and thanks to this forum for giving us such a rare opportunity to discourse with you and each other. Good luck for Manchester, I'll be thinking of you and all you MLUKFCers there, give him an extra cheer for me.

23 May 2013, 06:39	#40
Deena J Super Loafer Join Date: 25.06.2011 Location: Arkansas Posts: 356	I haven't posted in a while. So HEY Y'ALL. Actually I should be asleep (almost 11:00 PM and I have to get up at 4:00). But I read this whole thread and couldn't resist saying SOMETHING at least... Love & hugs back to ya, Meat! Between you and us, we are all just one big crazy (sometimes outrageous) family here. LOL Sent from my iPhone using Forum Runner

23 May 2013, 08:04	#42
Sabine Senior Loafer Join Date: 02.05.2003 Location: Hannover Posts: 140	Thank you for this post Meat. Thank you for all these wonderful years with you, the great Shows, the films and all the other things. We love you so much, thank you!! Sabine

23 May 2013, 09:51	#43
Gez Knicker thief Join Date: 17.04.2003 Location: auch...not on the fence Posts: 5,633	Yeah, thanx for an amazing time Meat, you've been fantastic at the three M&Gs I've been to this tour. My wee girl Emma won't shut up since Newcastle and same with my wife when we met you in Berlin. Btw, if you remember, my wife wasn't fat but pregnant but was too shy to say....ahhh, so if you've got free time you could always take up knitting :) A wee knitted top from Meat Loaf would be fab lol

23 May 2013, 10:13	#44
Tina.K. Braver than she is 🤔 Join Date: 12.05.2013 Location: Holland 🇳🇱🌷 Posts: 303	Well thank you Mister Loaf!! Now you've made me cry again, just like you did at Zwolle! If you'd like to get a new career, you should be a psychologist or mental coach to get all the stucked rubbish out of people. You would do excellent and will get a degree for that you can show to Jimmy! LOL Meat, you're a fantastic person! We all love you very much too!!!!

23 May 2013, 10:26	#46
PanicLord Mega Loafer Join Date: 18.06.2003 Location: At The End Of The Line Posts: 2,651	Meat, beautiful message, I bet it does feel odd to keep thinking "that's the last time I'll play here". Remember all the good times and know that you are going out on a high and on a wave of love. In the UK, as I'm sure is the case elsewhere, whenever you make an appearance or do an interview, you are always referred to as a legend. Having bought all your albums, seen you perform, watched you on tv and in films, seen the great work you do for charity, and been in contact through this site, I can honestly say the epithet is thoroughly deserved. Legends go on forever. All the love and thanks in the world, Simon.

23 May 2013, 10:37	#48
meat_loaf Man of Steel Hunter of the Beast Join Date: 09.03.2005 Location: united kingdom Posts: 559	I love you meat and reading this post has brought a tear to my eye you are truly the greatest inspiration in my life. and for that I LOVE YOU, for making me smile when I needed it the most you know I LOVE YOU.