how did he start off with music?
From musical theater.
Jim Steinman
 Beginning his career in musical theater, 
where did the term bat out of hell come from Steinman registered "Bat Out of Hell" as a trademark in 1995, and sought to prevent Meat Loaf from using the title. what is bat out of hell? It  is the debut studio album by American rock singer Meat Loaf and composer Jim Steinman. who is this singer mentioned here? Michael Lee Aday, better known as Meat Loaf, is an American singer and actor. He is noted for his powerful, wide-ranging voice and theatrical live shows. where was he born? America how did he begin his musical career? In Los Angeles, Aday formed his first band, Meat Loaf Soul, after a nickname coined by his football coach because of his weight. He was immediately offered three recording contracts, all of which he turned down. Meat Loaf Soul's first gig was in Huntington Beach in 1968 at the Cave. what are his famous songs? "I'd Do Anything for Love" who wrote this song? Jim Steinman what was this person's private life like? Steinman was born in New York City. His parents were named Louis and Eleanor. He has Jewish ancestry.
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Jim Steinman [SEP] Introduction
James Richard Steinman (born November 1, 1947) is an American composer, lyricist, record producer, and playwright. He has also worked as an arranger, pianist and singer. His work has included songs in the adult contemporary, rock and roll, dance, pop, musical theater and film score genres. Beginning his career in musical theater, Steinman's most notable work in the area includes lyrics for "Whistle Down the Wind" and music for "Tanz der Vampire". His work includes such albums as Meat Loaf's "Bat Out of Hell" (which is one of the best selling albums of all time) and "", and producing albums for Bonnie Tyler.