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redwitch 05-18-2011 06:05 AM

Meatloaf's Paradise
 
Didn't want to totally hijack the "the wife" thread but I just have to know. How many here have Paradise by the Dashboard Lights in their top ten of songs? It is my #1, all-time favorite. I cannot hear it play and not sing along (yes, even Harry Carey's part). I cannot play it while driving cause the pedal hits the metal and 100+ mph is a common event. I LOVE that song!!!

So, who else goes gaga over that song?

Bob45 05-18-2011 06:32 AM

It's definitely at the top of my top ten. One of the best.

Bob

memason 05-18-2011 07:23 AM

Let me sleep on it.... I'll give you my answer in the morning :smiley:

buzzy 05-18-2011 07:31 AM

Definitely in my top ten. Saw Meat Loaf in concert a couple of years ago, mostly screaming unintelligible lyrics. Too bad.

redwitch 05-18-2011 07:32 AM

I gotta know right now. So, what's it gonna be, boy? Yes or no?

getdul981 05-18-2011 07:58 AM

Never heard of it. The only "Paradise" I've heard is by John Prine.

katezbox 05-18-2011 08:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redwitch (Post 355149)
Didn't want to totally hijack the "the wife" thread but I just have to know. How many here have Paradise by the Dashboard Lights in their top ten of songs? It is my #1, all-time favorite. I cannot hear it play and not sing along (yes, even Harry Carey's part). I cannot play it while driving cause the pedal hits the metal and 100+ mph is a common event. I LOVE that song!!!

So, who else goes gaga over that song?

Red, I am totally NOT a Meatloaf fan...but love that song! I have the same problem while driving...

gmcneill 05-18-2011 08:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redwitch (Post 355149)
Didn't want to totally hijack the "the wife" thread but I just have to know. How many here have Paradise by the Dashboard Lights in their top ten of songs? It is my #1, all-time favorite. I cannot hear it play and not sing along (yes, even Harry Carey's part). I cannot play it while driving cause the pedal hits the metal and 100+ mph is a common event. I LOVE that song!!!

So, who else goes gaga over that song?

Good Morning, redwitch

As you can see, this is gmcneill.

I begin by saying thank you for your postings to TOTV. You often have a slightly different way of looking at things than I do, but I sincerely appreciate the perspective of someone whose opinion I respect.

The purpose of this message is to let you know that the broadcaster voice-over in "Paradise..." is not performed by Harry Carey but by Phil (the Scooter)Rizzuto, the long-time NY Yankee shortstop and radio announcer.

I just tried to address this issue privately because, well, I was trying to be tactful and discreet. But I see that you do not accept pm :(

You add so much to the totv. To correct a minor issue in "front of the class" might be interpreted by some the wrong way. I intend no disrespect at all. I just thought that you (and now all other posters) might appreciate knowing...

gmcneill


PS: I agree...Paradise is one of my all time favorites too!

Whalen 05-18-2011 08:55 AM

Don't worry gmcneil Red can take it. I was about to correct the post but you beat me to it.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paradis...ashboard_Light

redwitch 05-18-2011 09:05 AM

Actually, I appreciate the correction. I always thought it didn't quite sound like Harry but never bothered checking liner notes to see if my info (friend who introduced me to Paradise told me it was Harry) was correct. So, thanks for letting me know (but I do still know every dang word rofl).

Bill-n-Brillo 05-18-2011 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by getdul981 (Post 355177)
Never heard of it. The only "Paradise" I've heard is by John Prine.

Greg - Here ya go!

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZK-FRac7m58[/ame]

Bill :wave:

champion6 05-18-2011 12:03 PM

I LOVE that song!

hedoman 05-18-2011 12:11 PM

Now I'm waiting for the end of time? 2012?

:sing: :jester:

ljones190 05-18-2011 03:03 PM

Paradise by the Dashboard Light
 
I love the song and its my number #1 to watch, good story. I think this video is great, love the lady in green. Meatloaf is a big Dallas Cowboys fan.

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECpmL-gpNi4[/ame]

ijusluvit 05-18-2011 04:27 PM

Hey Red,

This is just more proof that you have impeccable taste. Paradise has always been near the top of my list. Great memories, including seeing an entire wedding party act it out.


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