About the song
Let’s dive into the epic soundscape of “I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That)” by the iconic Meat Loaf. This power ballad is a testament to Meat Loaf’s theatrical flair and emotive vocal delivery, captivating audiences with its grandeur and passion.
Written by Jim Steinman, the mastermind behind many of Meat Loaf’s biggest hits, “I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That)” was released as the lead single from Meat Loaf’s 1993 album “Bat Out of Hell II: Back into Hell.” The album, a follow-up to the wildly successful “Bat Out of Hell,” soared to the top of the charts, solidifying Meat Loaf’s status as a rock legend.
“I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That)” quickly became a global sensation, topping the charts in multiple countries and earning critical acclaim for its operatic grandeur and emotional intensity. Its expansive arrangement, featuring orchestral flourishes and soaring guitar solos, perfectly complement Meat Loaf’s powerhouse vocals, creating a cinematic experience for listeners.
Upon its release, “I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That)” reached the #1 spot on the charts in over 28 countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. Its massive success propelled Meat Loaf back into the spotlight and introduced a new generation of fans to his larger-than-life persona and timeless music.
Decades later, “I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That)” remains a beloved classic, cherished by fans for its dramatic flair and emotional depth. So, sit back, turn up the volume, and let Meat Loaf’s impassioned performance take you on a journey of love, longing, and unbridled passion.
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Lyrics
Some days it don’t come easy
Some days it don’t come hard
Some days it don’t come at all
And these are the days that never end
Some nights you’re breathing fire
Some nights you’re carved in ice
Some nights you’re like nothing I’ve ever
Seen before or will again
Maybe I’m crazy, but 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 wheels are turning
As long as the bays are burning
As long as your dreams are coming true
You’d better believe it
I would do anything for love
I 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
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
But I’ll never stop dreaming of you
every night of my life, no way
But I would do anything for love
But I won’t do that
Oh, I won’t do that
Will you raise me up? Will you help me down?
Will you get me right out of this godforsaken town?
Can you make it all a little less cold?
I can do that
I can do that
Will you hold me sacred? Will you hold me tight?
Can you colourise my life, I’m so sick of black and white?
Can you make it all a little less old?
I can do that
Oh I can do that
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?
I can do that
I can do that
Will you cater to every fantasy I got?
Will you hose me down with holy water, if I get too hot?
Will you take me places I’ve never known?
I can do that
Oh, I can do that
After a while you’ll forget everything
It was a brief interlude and a midsummer night’s fling
And you’ll see that it’s time to move on
No, I won’t do that
I won’t do that
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
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