About The Song
Released in 1993 as the lead single from his acclaimed album “Bat Out of Hell II: The Return of the Bat,” “I’d Do Anything for Love” is a quintessential Meat Loaf power ballad. With its soaring melodies, dramatic orchestration, and Meat Loaf’s signature raspy vocals, the song has become a timeless classic.
The lyrics express a passionate declaration of love, with the singer professing their willingness to do anything for their beloved. However, the ambiguity surrounding the one thing they “won’t do” creates a sense of intrigue and suspense. The song’s music video, directed by Michael Bay, features a visually stunning and elaborate storyline that complements the dramatic intensity of the lyrics.
The song’s success was undeniable. It topped charts worldwide and earned Meat Loaf a Grammy Award for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance. “I’d Do Anything for Love” solidified Meat Loaf’s status as a rock icon and remains one of his most beloved and enduring songs.
Beyond its commercial success, “I’d Do Anything for Love” has also had a significant cultural impact. It has been featured in numerous films, television shows, and video games, and has been covered by countless artists. The song’s enduring popularity can be attributed to its universal themes of love, sacrifice, and the power of human emotion.
The song’s music video, directed by Michael Bay, is equally iconic. Featuring a visually stunning and elaborate storyline, the video complements the dramatic intensity of the lyrics. The video follows a young woman who is accused of a crime and sentenced to death. Her lover, played by Meat Loaf, goes to great lengths to save her, even risking his own life. The video’s climax is a powerful and emotional scene where Meat Loaf performs the song on a rooftop, overlooking the city.
In addition to its commercial and cultural success, “I’d Do Anything for Love” has also been praised for its musical qualities. The song’s arrangement features a driving rock beat, soaring guitar solos, and a dramatic string section. Meat Loaf’s vocal performance is particularly noteworthy, showcasing his powerful and emotive voice.
Overall, “I’d Do Anything for Love” is a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences with its emotional intensity, dramatic storytelling, and powerful musical performance. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its universal themes and its ability to connect with listeners on a deep emotional level.
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Lyrics
🎵 Let’s sing along with the lyrics!
And I would do anything for love
I’d run right into hell and back
I would do anything for love
I’ll never lie to you and that’s a fact
But I’ll never forget the way you feel right now
Oh no
No way
And I would do anything for love
But I won’t do that,
No I won’t do-
Anything for love
Oh I would do anything for love
I would do anything for love
But I won’t do that
No I won’t do that
And some days it don’t come easy
And some days it don’t come hard
Some days it don’t come at all
And these are the days that never end
And some nights you’re breathing fire
And some nights you’re carved in ice
Some nights you’re like nothing I’ve ever
Seen before, or will again
And maybe I’m crazy
Oh it’s crazy and it’s true
I know you can save me
No one else can save me now but you
As long as the planets are turning
As long as the stars are burning
As long as your dreams are coming true-
You better believe it!
That I would do anything for love!
And I’ll be there till the final act
And I would do anything for love!
And I’ll take the vow and seal a pact
But I’ll never forgive myself if we don’t go all the way
Tonight
And I would do anything for love!
Oh I would do anything for love!
Oh I would do anything for love!
But I won’t do that!
No I won’t do that!
I would do anything for love
Anything you’ve been dreaming of
But I just won’t do that…
I would do anything for love
Anything you’ve been dreaming of
But I just won’t do that…
I would do anything for love
Anything you’ve been dreaming of
But I just won’t do that…
And some days I pray for Silence
And some days I pray for Soul
Some days I just pray to the God
Of Sex and Drums and Rock ‘N’ Roll
And some nights I lose the feeling
And some nights I lose control
Some nights I just lose it all
When I watch you dance and the thunder rolls
And maybe I’m lonely
That’s all I’m qualified to be
There’s just one and only
One and only promise I can keep
As long as the wheels are turning
As long as the fires are burning
As long as your prayers are coming true
You better believe it!
That I would do anything for love!
And you know it’s true and that’s a fact
I would do anything for love!
And there’ll never be no turning back
But I’ll never do it better than I do it with you
So long
So long
And I would do anything for love
Oh, I would do anything for love
I would do anything for love
But I won’t do that, no
No. No, I won’t do that!
I would do anything for love
Anything you’ve been dreaming of
But I just won’t do that…
I would do anything for love
Anything you’ve been dreaming of
But I just won’t do that…
I would do anything for love
Anything you’ve been dreaming of
But I just won’t do that…
I would do anything for love
Anything you’ve been dreaming of
But I just won’t do that…
I would do anything for love
Anything you’ve been dreaming of
But I just won’t do that…
I would do anything for love
Anything you’ve been dreaming of
But I just won’t do that…
I would do anything for love
Anything you’ve been dreaming of
But I just won’t do…
But I’ll never stop dreaming of you every night of my life
No way
And I would do anything for love
Oh I would do anything for love
Oh I would do anything for love
But I won’t do that
No I won’t do that
[Girl:]
Will you raise me up?
Will you help me down?
Will you get me right out of this Godforsaken town?
Will you make it all a little less cold?
[Boy:]
I can do that!
I can do that!
[Girl:]
Will you hold me sacred
Will you hold me tight
Can you colorize my life
I’m so sick of black and white!
Can you make it all a little less old
[Boy:]
I can do that!
Oh, Oh, I can do that!
[Girl:]
Will you make me some magic with your own two hands?
Can you build an Emerald city with these grains of sand?
Can you give me something I can take home?
[Boy:]
I can do that
I can do that
[Girl:]
Will you cater to every fantasy I’ve got?
Will ya hose me down with holy water – If I get too hot?
Will you take me places I’ll never know?
[Boy:]
I can do that!
I can do that!
[Girl:]
After a while you’ll forget everything
Just a brief interlude, and a mid-summer night’s fling
Then you’ll see that it’s time to move on
[Boy:]
I won’t do that
I won’t do that
[Girl:]
I know the territory – I’ve been around
It’ll all turn to dust and we’ll all fall down
Sooner or later you’ll be screwing around
[Boy:]
I won’t do that!
No I won’t do that!
Anything for love
Oh I would do anything for love!
I would do anything for love!
But I won’t do that!
No I won’t do that…