by David T. Farr You may not know him by name, but I’m certain you know his lyrics, especially if you’ve been at a karaoke bar. James Steinman, American composer, lyricist, playwright and record producer, passed away April 19 at age 73. Dropping just a few of the names of some of his most iconic songs will show the significant his songwriting: “Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad,” “Paradise By The Dashboard Light” and “I’d Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do that.)” Of course, you know these songs as hits by Meat Loaf. Steinman was a major force behind the success of Meat Loaf in the mid-1970s. He had an astounding ability to put together lyrics that were clever, edgy and melodramatic. Steinman produced Meat Loaf’s iconic “Bat Out Of Hell.” one of the best-selling albums of all time.