After the commercial success of Bat Out of Hell and Bat Out of Hell II: Back Into Hell, and earning a Grammy Award for Best Solo Rock Vocal Performance for the song "I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That)", Meat Loaf nevertheless experienced some difficulty establishing a steady career within the United States. The key to this success was his popularity in Europe, especially in the United Kingdom and Ireland. He received the 1994 Brit Award in the United Kingdom for best-selling album and single. He appeared in the 1997 film Spice World and he ranked 23rd for the number of weeks spent on the UK charts in 2006. He ranks 96th on VH1's "100 Greatest Artists of Hard Rock". Meat Loaf appeared in over 50 films and television shows, sometimes as himself or as characters resembling his stage persona. His film roles include Eddie in The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) and Robert Paulsen in Fight Club (1999). His early stage work included dual roles in the original Broadway cast of The Rocky Horror Show. He also appeared in the musical Hair, both on and Off-Broadway.
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Studio albums
Bat Out of Hell (1977)
Dead Ringer (1981)
Midnight at the Lost and Found (1983)
Bad Attitude (1984)
Blind Before I Stop (1986)
Bat Out of Hell II: Back into Hell (1993)
Welcome to the Neighbourhood (1995)
Couldn't Have Said It Better (2003)
Bat Out of Hell III: The Monster Is Loose (2006)
Hang Cool Teddy Bear (2010)
Hell in a Handbasket (2011)
Braver Than We Are (2016)
Our Love & Our Souls
Meat Loaf Lyrics
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I can feel that cold winter wind creeping in again
Sometimes it all comes down at once
Sometimes when it rains, it pours
But I wouldn't trade my troubles for any one of yours, oh no, no
Oh baby, money's just money, it comes and it goes
Things are just things, baby, so breakable
'Cause I ain't that hungry and I have a home
I ain't fighting for my life and I'm not alone, ooh
So may I pray every morning
As I make up the bed
"Lord, all I need today is my daily bread"
Ooh darlin' don't you worry
'Cause money's just money, it comes and it goes
And things are just things, baby, so breakable
Ain't nothing last forever 'cept our love and our souls
Ah, ah
Money's just money, it comes and it goes
Things are just things, baby, so breakable
Ain't nothing last forever 'cept our love and our souls
Our souls
The lyrics to Meat Loaf's song Our Love And Our Souls are about appreciating the important things in life, such as love and companionship, rather than material possessions. The singer finds himself in a difficult situation, with his car breaking down and the cold winter wind creeping in. However, he asserts that he wouldn't trade his troubles for anyone else's, implying that he values his own struggles and experiences.
The chorus emphasizes the impermanence of material possessions, stating that money and things are "just" money and things, and are ultimately "breakable." The only things that endure are "our love and our souls," which are intangible and therefore cannot be destroyed or lost. The singer also acknowledges how fortunate he is to have a home, and to not be fighting for his life or feeling completely alone.
The song's message is one of humility and gratitude, encouraging listeners to focus on what truly matters in life rather than getting caught up in the pursuit of material gain. The use of religious references, such as the prayer for daily bread, adds to the song's sense of humility and reliance on something greater than oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
Damn car broke down again, the heat just did the same
The singer's car has broken down for the umpteenth time and to make things worse, the heater too has stopped working leading to the miserable cold winter wind creeping in.
I can feel that cold winter wind creeping in again
The singer is deeply feeling the discomfort of the cold winter wind which is creeping in as a result of the broken heater.
Sometimes it all comes down at once
Sometimes life happens, and it's not always pleasant, it can be a lot to bear all at once.
Sometimes when it rains, it pours
When things start to go wrong, they tend to spiral out of control leading to more problems piling up.
But I wouldn't trade my troubles for any one of yours, oh no, no
Despite the issues plaguing the artist, he wouldn't trade them for those of anyone else, implying that he cherishes what he has and feels grateful for it.
Oh baby, money's just money, it comes and it goes
The singer is trying to console his partner by reminding her that money is not everything, they come and go easily with time.
Things are just things, baby, so breakable
Material possessions are not permanent, they can be broken, lost or searched for.
Ain't nothing last forever 'cept our love and our souls
Love and the soul are the only things that last forever, everything else is only temporary.
'Cause I ain't that hungry and I have a home
The artist is grateful for the basic necessities of life that he has, he is not hungry and has a place to call home.
I ain't fighting for my life and I'm not alone, ooh
The artist feels safe and is not alone. He is not fighting for his life, which implies that he is in a comfortable place.
So may I pray every morning
The singer starts his day with a prayer, seeking blessings to start his day on a positive note.
As I make up the bed
The artist is making his bed, which could imply that he is a disciplined person who likes to stay organized and clean.
"Lord, all I need today is my daily bread"
The singer is asking for sustenance, all that he needs is his daily bread, which signifies that he does not have many worldly desires.
Ooh darlin' don't you worry
The singer is addressing his partner, assuring her that everything will be alright.
And things are just things, baby, so breakable
The singer reiterates that material possessions are just things and they are fragile, hence they should not be given undue importance.
Ain't nothing last forever 'cept our love and our souls
Love and the soul are the only things that will last forever.
Ah, ah
This is just a vocal accompaniment to the song, not bearing any significant meaning.
Money's just money, it comes and it goes
The singer is repeating the importance of money, implying that it should not be given undue importance.
Things are just things, baby, so breakable
The singer reiterates the idea that material possessions are only temporary and should not be the sole focus of a person's life.
Ain't nothing last forever 'cept our love and our souls
Love and the soul are the only things that will last forever, everything else is only temporary.
Our souls
The artist ends the song on this note, emphasizing that Love and the Soul are the only things that are eternal.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SEAN MCCONNELL, SEAN MICHAEL MCCONNELL
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