what is your favorite ML song and why?

Cole · 30 May 2013, 03:55

Mine is "if it ain't broke" cuz its upbeat and puts me in a great mood!

CarylB · 30 May 2013, 04:04

Usually the one I'm listening to at the time

Too many wonderful songs to compare or to select a favourite

misterfive · 30 May 2013, 04:30

I posted something similar a while back but in all good sport my favorite is Objects In The Rear View Mirror May Appear Closer Than They Are, cause it touches my heart and soul.

melon · 30 May 2013, 04:58

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Originally Posted by misterfive

I posted something similar a while back.....

And its probably been done many other times

I never have a favourite.

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Vickip · 30 May 2013, 05:12

My current favorite is The Giving Tree ... but it changes depending on what mood I'm in

Deena J · 30 May 2013, 05:15

Read em & weep

There is just soooo much emotion in his voice. You can't help but feel the turmoil. Same goes for the video.

Barry Manilow's version is soothing. But if I'm not in the right mood to hear it, I get bored. Meat's version of the song captures & holds my attention every single time.

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misterfive · 30 May 2013, 05:32

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Originally Posted by melon

And its probably been done many other times

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Point taken.

Evil Ernie · 30 May 2013, 06:31

It changes too much to really have a definitive ONE song.

Right now, and probably the winner all time for me is the first song that I ever heard of his: AFL

I've been listening to it a lot more lately. It's the perfect song to go into BOOH2 after FCOL (I usually play them in order in a playlist).

It's the perfect song. A wicked intro, awesome lyrics, awesome keyboard work, awesome BR vocals, awesome guitar work... I could go on and on.

I'm gonna press submit now before I change my mind.

Wario · 30 May 2013, 06:56

Has always been You Took The words followed by Frying Pan and Masculine.

Dont think itll ever change.

I heard meat for the first time with took the words on the radio. Still never tire of that song

Adje · 30 May 2013, 08:29

Although I tend to say For Crying Out Loud followed by Objects in the Rearview Mirror, I have to admit that You Took the Words is the only song I never 'skip'

So that's probably my top 3.

Tina.K. · 30 May 2013, 09:41

Jimmy's bombastic pieces are brilliant. No one will ever beat those. FCOL is my fav, but I don't listen to it often (too emotional).

Actually the ones that I listen most are not all Jimmy's.
- Did I say that (musically so damn well done!)
- What about love, (I love Patti!)
- Couldn't have said it better
- Into the fire
- Bad for good

And many more...there are just too much

Maybe it's also nice to open a thread about the song you most dislike?

melon · 30 May 2013, 09:46

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Originally Posted by Tina

Maybe it's also nice to open a thread about the song you most dislike?

Pretty sure there's already one if those somewhere too

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Evil One · 30 May 2013, 10:03

For Crying Out Loud

Ollie241189 · 30 May 2013, 10:57

Although I absolutely love all his songs and know every single word to every single song I have 2 ultimate favourites...

For Cryin Out Loud because, like Meat, it makes me cry and very emotional everytime I hear it and the lyrics are very poignant!
And...
Objects In The Rear View Mirror because it's one of those kinda childhood songs. The scenarios in the song and the way the song is constructed makes me feel like now when I look back at my childhood and all of the things we got up to and did and didnt do.

Love them! Greatest songs ever by the greatest singer and the greatest lyricist in the entire world... FACT!

Meat Loaf_fan · 30 May 2013, 11:53

"Did I Say That"

. Why? Maybe because it relates to my past

(to some parts); (partially) because with this song I discovered Meat

.

AndrewG · 30 May 2013, 12:08

Very hard to choose.
Although BAT, FCOL and even Paradise are my favourites I think they actually got ever so slightly eclipsed with AFL when I first heard it and still think that way since. There is something so exciting about the song as if you are listening to pure electricity and adrenaline. I always think of songs like puzzles. Yeah you can come up with great melodies, some great ideas, some great lyrics. Piecing them together in a good way is what makes it often unique and Steinman often takes it to the max I think. And I think AFL is one of the best examples of a true master at work.

My 4 favourite songs ever anyway.

Wario · 30 May 2013, 15:14

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Originally Posted by Wario

Has always been You Took The words followed by Frying Pan and Masculine.

Dont think itll ever change.

I heard meat for the first time with took the words on the radio. Still never tire of that song

I know what i said and I stand by it, but I have to say this:

It Just Won't Quit is without a question of a doubt the greatest song ever written. bar none.

duke knooby · 30 May 2013, 20:36

So many great songs, it can be difficult to choose.

But for me, it's still got to be Surf's Up.

Evil Ernie · 30 May 2013, 22:20

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Originally Posted by duke knooby

So many great songs, it can be difficult to choose.

But for me, it's still got to be Surf's Up.

Also very high on my list. Top 5.

If we're talking about Jim songs in general the Rory Dodd version would be number one. I love Meats version, but Rory's voice is heaven on this track.

**The Flying Mouse** · 30 May 2013, 22:43

Mine's got to be Bat.
Number 2 is Lemon.
After that, I really couldn't pick.

LucyK! · 30 May 2013, 22:50

Rock & Roll Dreams.

Paul Richardson · 31 May 2013, 00:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wario

It Just Won't Quit is without a question of a doubt the greatest song ever written. bar none.

BOOH is the greatest rock song ever written or performed. This video is was what got me into Meat and Jim. Meat in the wind tunnel and slinging his tuxedo jacket into the air - awesome

Elijah's way · 31 May 2013, 05:59

Anything For Love because it's the song that got me into ML and aside from FCOL it's the greatest love song of all time.

I'll just do my top 20 lol

1. Anything For Love
2. Objects
3. Rock N Roll Dreams
4. For Crying Out Loud
5. Surf's Up
6. Left In The Dark
8. Blind As A Bat
9. Man Of Steel
10. Another Day
11. Song Of Madness
12. It Just Won't Quit
13. Two Out Of Three
14. Peace On Earth
15. Where Angels Sing
16. Is Nothing Sacred (duet)
17. Standing On The Outside
18. Not A Dry Eye In The House
19. I'd Lie For You
20. No Matter What

BostonAngel · 31 May 2013, 09:20

Like many others, I can't decide on just one song. Too many great ones to choose from. It depends on my mood at the moment as well.

Smithie · 31 May 2013, 19:34

Couldn't Have Said It Better

It's an awesome live performance, and I met my girlfriend at a Meat show while this song was being performed.

30 May 2013, 03:55	#1
Cole Loafer Join Date: 21.10.2011 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 64	what is your favorite ML song and why? Mine is "if it ain't broke" cuz its upbeat and puts me in a great mood!

31 May 2013, 05:59	#23
Elijah's way Soul Auctioneer Join Date: 26.06.2005 Location: Muscle Shoals, AL Posts: 1,529	Anything For Love because it's the song that got me into ML and aside from FCOL it's the greatest love song of all time. I'll just do my top 20 lol 1. Anything For Love 2. Objects 3. Rock N Roll Dreams 4. For Crying Out Loud 5. Surf's Up 6. Left In The Dark 8. Blind As A Bat 9. Man Of Steel 10. Another Day 11. Song Of Madness 12. It Just Won't Quit 13. Two Out Of Three 14. Peace On Earth 15. Where Angels Sing 16. Is Nothing Sacred (duet) 17. Standing On The Outside 18. Not A Dry Eye In The House 19. I'd Lie For You 20. No Matter What Last edited by Elijah's way; 31 May 2013 at 06:15.

30 May 2013, 04:04	#2
CarylB Mega Loafer Join Date: 16.04.2003 Location: Sheffield UK Posts: 5,910	Usually the one I'm listening to at the time Too many wonderful songs to compare or to select a favourite

30 May 2013, 04:30	#3
misterfive Super Loafer Join Date: 23.03.2012 Location: Canada Posts: 232	I posted something similar a while back but in all good sport my favorite is Objects In The Rear View Mirror May Appear Closer Than They Are, cause it touches my heart and soul.

30 May 2013, 05:12	#5
Vickip Mega Loafer Join Date: 07.02.2003 Location: Posts: 8,101	My current favorite is The Giving Tree ... but it changes depending on what mood I'm in

30 May 2013, 05:15	#6
Deena J Super Loafer Join Date: 25.06.2011 Location: Arkansas Posts: 356	Read em & weep There is just soooo much emotion in his voice. You can't help but feel the turmoil. Same goes for the video. Barry Manilow's version is soothing. But if I'm not in the right mood to hear it, I get bored. Meat's version of the song captures & holds my attention every single time. Sent from my iPhone using Forum Runner

30 May 2013, 06:31	#8
Evil Ernie Super Loafer Join Date: 03.06.2011 Posts: 667	It changes too much to really have a definitive ONE song. Right now, and probably the winner all time for me is the first song that I ever heard of his: AFL I've been listening to it a lot more lately. It's the perfect song to go into BOOH2 after FCOL (I usually play them in order in a playlist). It's the perfect song. A wicked intro, awesome lyrics, awesome keyboard work, awesome BR vocals, awesome guitar work... I could go on and on. I'm gonna press submit now before I change my mind.

30 May 2013, 06:56	#9
Wario Monstro helps me spell things... Join Date: 05.01.2007 Location: Masculine, Pennsylvania Posts: 9,105	Has always been You Took The words followed by Frying Pan and Masculine. Dont think itll ever change. I heard meat for the first time with took the words on the radio. Still never tire of that song

30 May 2013, 08:29	#10
Adje trying to be realistic Join Date: 28.09.2007 Location: Posts: 1,958	Although I tend to say For Crying Out Loud followed by Objects in the Rearview Mirror, I have to admit that You Took the Words is the only song I never 'skip' So that's probably my top 3.

30 May 2013, 09:41	#11
Tina.K. Braver than she is 🤔 Join Date: 12.05.2013 Location: Holland 🇳🇱🌷 Posts: 303	Jimmy's bombastic pieces are brilliant. No one will ever beat those. FCOL is my fav, but I don't listen to it often (too emotional). Actually the ones that I listen most are not all Jimmy's. - Did I say that (musically so damn well done!) - What about love, (I love Patti!) - Couldn't have said it better - Into the fire - Bad for good And many more...there are just too much Maybe it's also nice to open a thread about the song you most dislike?

30 May 2013, 10:03	#13
Evil One Mega Loafer Join Date: 15.01.2007 Posts: 5,192	For Crying Out Loud

30 May 2013, 10:57	#14
Ollie241189 Guest Join Date: 27.10.2011 Posts: 408	Although I absolutely love all his songs and know every single word to every single song I have 2 ultimate favourites... For Cryin Out Loud because, like Meat, it makes me cry and very emotional everytime I hear it and the lyrics are very poignant! And... Objects In The Rear View Mirror because it's one of those kinda childhood songs. The scenarios in the song and the way the song is constructed makes me feel like now when I look back at my childhood and all of the things we got up to and did and didnt do. Love them! Greatest songs ever by the greatest singer and the greatest lyricist in the entire world... FACT!

30 May 2013, 11:53	#15
Meat Loaf_fan Super Loafer Join Date: 01.03.2008 Location: Gdańsk (Poland) Posts: 311	"Did I Say That" . Why? Maybe because it relates to my past (to some parts); (partially) because with this song I discovered Meat .

30 May 2013, 12:08	#16
AndrewG I hope your salmon sucks! Join Date: 18.01.2004 Location: Northamptonshire Posts: 7,077	Very hard to choose. Although BAT, FCOL and even Paradise are my favourites I think they actually got ever so slightly eclipsed with AFL when I first heard it and still think that way since. There is something so exciting about the song as if you are listening to pure electricity and adrenaline. I always think of songs like puzzles. Yeah you can come up with great melodies, some great ideas, some great lyrics. Piecing them together in a good way is what makes it often unique and Steinman often takes it to the max I think. And I think AFL is one of the best examples of a true master at work. My 4 favourite songs ever anyway.

30 May 2013, 20:36	#18
duke knooby Mega Loafer Join Date: 24.06.2005 Location: belfast Posts: 17,884	So many great songs, it can be difficult to choose. But for me, it's still got to be Surf's Up.

30 May 2013, 22:43	#20
The Flying Mouse Armed ba$tard and Jo's other half. Join Date: 06.08.2002 Location: In the middle of nowhere near the end of the line. Posts: 16,104	Mine's got to be Bat. Number 2 is Lemon. After that, I really couldn't pick.

30 May 2013, 22:50	#21
LucyK! The Monster Is Luce Join Date: 14.04.2002 Location: Posts: 7,547	Rock & Roll Dreams.

31 May 2013, 09:20	#24
BostonAngel Super Loafer Join Date: 03.02.2009 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 822	Like many others, I can't decide on just one song. Too many great ones to choose from. It depends on my mood at the moment as well.

31 May 2013, 19:34	#25
Smithie Super Loafer Join Date: 11.08.2009 Posts: 756	Couldn't Have Said It Better It's an awesome live performance, and I met my girlfriend at a Meat show while this song was being performed.