Razor's Edge

Meat Loaf

About Razor's Edge

"Razor's Edge" is a single by Meat Loaf released in 1983. It is from the album Midnight at the Lost and Found.


Year:
2004
4:08
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Never callin', unanswered letters,
How you been, feelin' better?
Never lookin', but you're hearin',
Never speakin', but you're feeling
All the silence, and it's wounding,
You're not healing, just concealing

Play the game, play the game

[Chorus]
Oh brother to brother, all the blood runs red
Don't roll over, don't play dead
We're all livin' on the razor's edge

Oh brother to brother, all the blood runs ruby red
We're all victims of the razor's edge

All the rules don't mean a thing,
They're wasting time,
The mem'ries sting
Keep your image, plant that smile,
Answer questions, don't let on
Make up stories all put on,
That's your life, oh,
Your life is gone

[Chorus]

You see you're losing, yet you still try
The game just a watches your life go by

You're playin' well,
You're playin' why?
Oh, play the game

You see you're losing, yet you still try
The game just a'watches your life go by
You're playin' well,
Oh you're playin' the game

[Chorus]

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Meat Loaf

Michael Lee Aday (born Marvin Lee Aday, September 27, 1947), known by his stage name Meat Loaf, is an American hard rock musician and actor. He is noted for the Bat Out of Hell album trilogy consisting of Bat Out of Hell, Bat Out of Hell II: Back Into Hell and Bat Out of Hell III: The Monster is Loose. Bat Out of Hell has sold more than 43 million copies worldwide. After 35 years, it still sells an estimated 200,000 copies annually and stayed on the charts for over nine years, making it one of the best selling albums of all time. more »

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Written by: CHRISTOPHER JON DABALDO, DAVID A. NOVOTNY, JOSEPH SCOTT SAPPINGTON, PAUL ALLEN CROSBY, WAYNE A. SWINNY

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network

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13 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Razor's Edge" is a song by American rocker Meat Loaf, who is best known for his Bat Out of Hell trilogy albums.
Album Classification
The song "Razor's Edge" is part of Meat Loaf's 1981 album, "Dead Ringer." This was his second studio album following the massive success of "Bat Out of Hell."
Song Genre
Meat Loaf's music, including "Razor's Edge," is often characterized as rock or hard rock, with many of his songs also blending elements of theatricality akin to musical theater and opera.
Track Position
"Razor's Edge" is the fourth track on the "Dead Ringer" album.
Song Duration
The duration of the song is approximately 4 minutes and 7 seconds.
Song Writing Credits
The song, like many of Meat Loaf's most popular numbers, was penned by songwriter Jim Steinman.
Narrative Tone
"Razor's Edge" is considered as one of Meat Loaf's more introspective songs, with its lyrics discussing vulnerability, risk, and the fine line between success and failure.
Unique Performance
As with many of Meat Loaf's songs, "Razor's Edge" is known for its dramatic, operatic quality and the artist's unique, powerful vocal delivery.
Albums Sales
Although not as popular as "Bat Out of Hell," the "Dead Ringer" album which features "Razor's Edge" was still a commercial success, selling over 2 million copies.
Professional Assessment
"Razor's Edge" didn't produce significant chart success on its own, however, it is highly regarded among Meat Loaf fans and rock music enthusiasts for its lyrics and composition.
Critical Response
While critics might have been divided about the "Dead Ringer" album as a whole, many have recognized and praised the intensity and passion that Meat Loaf brings to his performances, including "Razor's Edge."
Song Themes
The song narratively explores the themes of resilience and walking the metaphorical 'razor's edge' of extreme danger or precariousness, a common theme in Meat Loaf's poignant ballads.
Live Performances
As part of his concert setlists, the dramatic performance of "Razor's Edge" often becomes a crowd favorite, emphasizing Meat Loaf's theatrical style on stage.

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