The rock world is in mourning since it has lost one of its most emblematic representatives, Meat Loaf.
Born on September 27, 1947 in Dallas (Texas), Marvin Lee Aday (he officially changed his first name in 1984 to be named Michael) was noticed very early thanks to his exceptional voice. In 1977 he released "Bat Out of Hell". This album remains one of the best-selling albums of all time with 43 million copies.
On the night of January 20 to 21, 2022, the man died at age 74 in a Nashville hospital. This sad news was posted on his Facebook page:
Our hearts are broken to announce that the incomparable Meat Loaf passed away tonight surrounded by his wife Deborah, daughters Pearl and Amanda and close friends.
His amazing career spanned 6 decades that saw him sell over 100 Million albums worldwide and star in over 65 movies, including “Fight Club”, “Focus”, “Rocky Horror Picture Show” and “Wayne’s World.”
“Bat Out of Hell” remains one of the top 10 selling albums of all time.
We know how much he meant to so many of you and we truly appreciate all of the love and support as we move through this time of grief in losing such an inspiring artist and beautiful man.
We thank you for your understanding of our need for privacy at this time.
From his heart to your souls…don’t ever stop rocking!
Meat Loaf - I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)
Christopher Simon, CC BY 2.0, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Meat_Loaf.jpg#/media/File:Meat_Loaf.jpg
