For Crying Out Loud - Meat Loaf / Jim Steinman (Cover)
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- Опубликовано: 31 окт 2021
- I’m sure I’m not the only person who has been massively impacted by Jim Steinman’s extraordinary music.
I recorded this FCOL last night on Smule - and perfect timing - it’s Jim’s birthday today!
In my family, when it’s someone’s birthday we share our favorite stories, memories, jokes, etc about the person, as part of our celebration.
So, in honor of this tradition, I would like to share (quickly, I promise) how his music impacted me and my life -
2020 was a really rough time for me. I won’t bore you guys with details, but I will just say that, even though I’d never want to relive the turmoil, I’m grateful for it. Had I never gone through it, I would not have had the desire to find an outlet in Jim’s music the way I have.
I have always been a fan of his music since childhood. (Ex: Streets of Fire soundtrack was played pretty regularly at our house In the weekends - haha)
The game changed for me in 2020 and it left me craving something far beyond listening to his music.
That is when I stumbled upon the Smule app!
It was being advertised on TV. From then on, singing into my cell phone for countless hours each night, became a ritual I am so thankful for.
I wasn’t aware how much I missed singing (I had not sang since college 19 or so years ago - save the occasional friends wedding or random karaoke nights).
And even greater, I also was made aware of how much I loved to sing Steinman!!
And I LOVE it, truly.
I started and couldn’t stop! And I learned a lot about myself through doing it!
“For Crying Out Loud” is the first song of Jim’s and Meat Loaf’s that I was obsessively singing on the app.
Now, if we FFW from fall 2020 to fall of 2021, I had been pulled to the song again, didn’t think much as to why, either. So, of course, I started singing it again. After singing it, over the last few weeks, I realized that it was about a year ago that I began to sing anything Steinman I could get my chords on. (Don’t ya love when things go full circle?)
It’s a rabbit hole I’m still falling down and it’s thrill!
(There’s always something magic, there’s always something new 🖤)
To Jim,
You’ve taught me a lot, two of many specific lessons below:
“There’s always something shattered, when there’s something breaking through”
and
“when you really, really need it the most, that’s when rock and roll dreams come through”
And for that, I thank you!
I always wanted to write you a REAL thank you letter from the bottom of my heart, this will have to do - for you, from me.
#jimsteinman #meatloaf #femalecover 
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Absolutely beautiful ❤
Thank you, Terry!!
Damn I love this girl, and the way she sings these songs. Never seen a female vocalist do these songs justice but Lauren smashes it...... the urge to duet is strong.
Wow! Steve!! Thank you!!! I sincerely appreciate this!! I love these songs so much! Your comment truly made my night! The urge to duet! I’ll duet with you! Are you on Smule? That’s where I record these - it’s a karaoke app!
@@LaurenBradleyGivingOffSparks I'm absolute game. I have done stuff on Smule. Will have to wait a bit as I have a nasty cold and my voice is shot to hell. I'd be up for giving a few of the Meat duets a crack. All Coming Back, Paradise, Couldn't Have Said it Better, I'd Lie for you, Dead Ringer etc. x
For evoking 40+ years of memories with this beautiful rendition..... "my oh my, for that I thank you!"
What a beautiful comment, Harry. Thank you so much!!! 🖤🦇😎
I’ve waited for this for 40 years! “For Crying Out Loud” is my all-time favorite song, and it holds a sacred place within my world. Through Meat Loaf’s performance of the original, Jim Steinman drew vital emotional blood, and with it he painted the portrait of a soul utterly consumed by devotion and passion, desperation and near madness - an exquisite illustration of the power and infinite potential of love! I thought it was beyond impossible for anyone to do even the slightest bit more with the song, until now - UNTIL LAUREN BRADLEY JUST DID THIS! Her performance is nearly indescribable! For certain, that has a lot to do with her astonishing voice, but it’s her profound connection to the song and life-on-the-line dedication that elevates her delivery to the highest level imaginable. I’ve always held that with FCOL, if you don’t go all in, don’t go in at all! Lauren is as “all in” as one can be! I won’t even bother comparing her tribute here to all of the other FCOL versions out there - there is no comparison, there is no second place. And it took me almost no time at all to know that this is not just my favorite of Lauren’s performances - THIS IS, INSTANTLY, MY FAVORITE (DARE I SAY, THE BEST?) PERFORMANCE OF ANY JIM STEINMAN SONG - COVER OR ORIGINAL! When Jim died earlier this year, I was almost paralyzed by fear that his music would die along with him. Lauren has proven that that won’t happen - Jim’s music, his passion, his grand vision lives on through her!
Bryan, as I mentioned on IG - I took a screenshot of your comment and sent it to my mom (who was extremely excited and thankful for it). 😂 This is truly the best love song of all time!! And yeah, for that very reason, it did take some soul searching to get to the connection I wanted!! I’m just ecstatic that it shined through! Thank you for this tremendous comment!! I am really so thrilled when I read these comments and see that you and others are enjoying these. Like I said on IG, if I had to find the perfect response to you and to anyone else who enjoyed my interpretation of this beautiful melody of Jim’s, it would undoubtedly have to be, “For that, I thank you.” & “For that, I serve you.” ☺️
Super version of the best love song ever written!
It truly is the best love song EVER written. I’m thrilled you enjoyed it, Mick!!
Based on Jimmy's take on "Can't you see my faded Levi's bursting apart", I'm struggling to think of a female equivalent! Congrats on your version and your intensity - not sure I can have a favourite off the Bat album as every song is so amazing, but this song sure is up there....
Saw Lauren sing last night in NYC. Fans...she is better live than recorded. What an amazing performer and very appreciative of fans
Ah! Charles! Thank you so much for taking the trip up to NY to come see us! I’m so very glad I had a chance to speak to you and your daughter at length! You’re lovely people! Until next time - Godspeed! 🖤🦇😎
Damn - decided to check in with you after last week's news and you blew me away again!
Wow - thank you, Robert! In a sad and strange time after losing ML - it really makes me happy to get comments like this. Thank you so very much for listening!!
I just discovered your channel tonight. Which also led me to Smule to discover your other gems. I rarely comment on social media but felt compelled to leave you a message. I have been truly stunned by these performances - in particular the Jim Steinman works. Like many othes - JS and ML, as well as his many other collaborators, have been the companions in my life for the past 35 years and losing them has been tough. Your passion and respect for the music is commendable, and watching these has been very emotional. You are a fantastic talent, and I wish you all the best. You have a new follower in me and I very much look forward to your future recordings. This particular song was my favourite and you covered it beautifuly.
Wow, Gary! Thank you, thank you!! What a truly tremendous comment/compliment. Yes - Losing both Jim and Meat is such a profound loss in the music world. :( On a happier note - I’m SO VERY glad you’ve enjoyed these videos bc I can’t begin to tell you how much I love singing them!! Esp. For Crying Out Loud - what a song! I saw that you wrote that you rarely comment on social media, so I just want to say thank you for taking the time out to listen on here & Smule and especially for writing this comment! It truly made me smile! Godspeed! 🖤🦇
Outstanding!! You are a Rockstar! 🤩💥
Ahh! Thank you so much, Ann!!! 🖤🤘🦇
I didn't know that Meatloaf is no longer with us...even though his spirit lives on! And for crying out loud: I love your passionate rendition of one of Meatloaf's masterpieces! And if he somehow has watched your perform this song, he probably is saying: "for crying out loud, you know that I love you!" And I'm sure that he was applauding you, being so proud of your performance! *smiles* Bri
Hey, Bri! I know, devastatingly sad about Meat Loaf. Thanks so much for the wonderful sentiment in your comment, Bri! I can’t begin to tell you how much I appreciate this and what it means to me! Godspeed! 🦇🖤
So sad meat loaf as gone as well now. But thanks for this great cover.
It's deeply sad. It almost feels surreal that they're both gone. But, thank you so much for listening - and I'm really glad you enjoyed it, Ricky! Godspeed!
💯💯💯
Thank you, Nina! 🖤😎
🔨nailed
Ahhhh! Thank you!!!! 🦇🖤
i'm only halfway through, and 'i didn't think anyone could do this better than Meat, but you proved me wrong. Well fuckin'' done.
Holy crap! Lol Johnny - I’m so happy you enjoyed this! I really put a lot into it and singer to singer a compliment like this is very much appreciated. Thanks so much!
@@LaurenBradleyGivingOffSparks Check out my album, From the Heart!
@@JohnnyLouis1145 I def will check it out. How do I find it?
love all your songs you do an outstanding job
John! Thank you so very much for listening and for your comment! Made my day! Thanks for taking the time out to do that! 🤗🦇
Hi Lauren, what a marvelous song and you sung it very well with a lot of emotion and tenderness , you have a powerful voice, a great sharing, well done and like 👍 goodnight Jean Marc 👏👍👏👍
Ah! :) Thank you so much, Jean Marc!! I am so happy you enjoyed this!! 🤗🤗
Fantastic ❤
@potter - Thank you!! This is one of my all time favorite songs of Jim’s to sing! But I’ll admit, I have many! 😂
A timeless masterpiece and you sang it perfectly. Enjoyed listening (and singing along a bit too!)
I’m so glad you enjoyed this!!! And the fact that you sang along is the cherry on top for sure!! Thank you, Matt!! 🖤
Hi Lauren. Wow! This was a spectacular performance. Just amazing!!
Thank you, KL!!! I am so thrilled you enjoyed this!!! 😃😃🤗🤗
You have earned my subscription. Absolutely sublime, Meat and Jim would be proud.
Wow, what a wonderful comment! Can’t begin to tell you how much I appreciate your such commentary ! “And that, I thank you!
Geat cover. One of my top favourite Steinman songs and you more than do it justice.
One problem: For the life of me I can't figure out how a lady's jeans burst apart. Unless it's weight gain.
Please can you post recordings of "Objects in the Rear View Mirror" and "Tonight is What it Means to be Young". Two other favourites of mine. Everything song you do is 24 carat gold.
:-)
Haha!! Good question! I imagined it bursting with passion from within! Not to sound dramatic or anything! Lol!! This song is so beautiful and special to me and I’m thrilled that you enjoyed it!
Funnily enough, both of those songs are def on my “to sing” list! Don’t know when I’ll get to them but hopefully sooner than later! Thanks so much for taking the time out to comment! I appreciate it immensely!
Superb!!!! Truly one of your best yet!
Thank you so much, Rob!!! It means a lot to me that you enjoyed this! ☺️🖤🦇
Nailed it!
Ahhhhhhh! Thank you, Steve!! 🤗🤗
The last time Meatloaf sang this song was his best performance when singing it. He gave it his all.
That is what I always loved about Meat Loaf, he always gave everything his all (and a little extra, too)!
Awesome love it
Thank you, Tracie!!! 🤗🖤
We expect Jim’s masterpieces to last for generations and Meat Loaf’s rendition’s as well. Your versions have captured the same quality but are uniquely yours, especially this song and several others.
Wow - What a comment!! Thank you so much for this!!! Truly honored to read this! Thank you again!! 🖤🦇😎
Nice! You should see if Metal Piano Music would collaborate with you. That would sound so cool!!!
Hey - Thank you! That’s a fantastic idea! I will check them out! Thanks for that! ☺️✌️
RIP Jim Steinman 💔💔
💔💔💔🦇🦇🦇
FOR CRYING OUT LOUD. Seems Bryan and I have something else in common than just loving your voice. This song and what it means to each of us, So to save typing out a load more superlatives. etc, basically what Bryan said. lol
😂😂 As we have all learned on these comment threads, Bryan has a way with words! Thank you so much, Nick!! 🤗🤗
Hi Lauren, I recently read that some songs should only be sung by a male voice. As one who was initially skeptical that anyone could adequately 'cover' For Crying out loud...especially not a female voice..*smiles*..But since it appeared on my RUclips home page, I thought that I would give it a listen to. And I was pleasantly surprised that you could not only cover it, but lead me to the belief: that once I heard Lauren Bradley sing a 'cover' there is no need to listen to anyone else sing a song that she would sing. So, hey, maybe your an exception to the rules: that only guys should sing certain songs!
But on the other hand, maybe because I have always prefer a female singing voice to a male voice: maybe I'm prejudiced. But then again, I am a philosopher who likes to look at all 'sides of an equation. And I think that perhaps, we maybe unknowingly are judging songs like we judge people: maybe not looking at the beauty of the song or person, but judging superficially by appearances or expectations....and thereby miss so much of the beauty of a song or person...cause we're comparing 'it' to someone else....which is a battle that we can never win.
Sorry if I went on and on. And I'm not making any judgements as to how people think. Just offering philosophical comments! *smiles* Bri
WOW, Bri! What a tremendous comment!! For that, I thank you!! I'm so thrilled and happy that you enjoyed this so much, because singing this song is important to me and I enjoy it so much!
This masterpiece appeared on my RUclips home page, again. so, I felt that I was destined to listen to it again. And I think that we can safely say that Lauren Bradley now owns the song!
Wishing you a happy new year that I'm sure will be filled with many good things, musically speaking! *smiles* Bri
P.s. I'm often amazed at how Jim Steinman can give us such beauty, then he takes 'it' to another level, like with the last 2 minutes of this song. Chills appear listening to you sing those last 2 minutes. And maybe it's like I'm listening to the song for the first time, and I hear your voice just soaring majestically: chills appear! *smiles*
A very good job indeed but I will have to say meat loaf does this sing the best period !! Anyone can tell me off but it’s the truth!!
Would you be willing to learn one of mine and cover it?Would be honored.
ruclips.net/video/7VUDtmjdsBM/видео.html there's an instrumental there you can use..would be honored.
Wow thank you! I will check out your link and DM you! :)
@@LaurenBradleyGivingOffSparks did you check it out yet?
ruclips.net/video/7VUDtmjdsBM/видео.html this was my absolute favorite to make. I'll email ya an instrumental if ya want/? it has an Eddy and the Cruisers On the Dark side vibe to it
@@LaurenBradleyGivingOffSparks looking for your DM, don't know how to find ya:)