Jim has had 18 number one songs, which is no small thing.
The 'who knows Jim Steinman' debate is futile because it entirely depends on your social circle. As a writer and a producer, he's definitely well known. In the eyes of the general British public? More so than most. But again, it's demographic based. Does anyone under 21 really know who he is? Probably not, unless they're rock/metal fans (and now we're into the realms of subcultures). So - futile!
Meat Loaf sings great songs. Jim Steinman writes great songs. The most notable and successful (in terms of sales, chart position, and general public recognition) are always a collaboration of the two. Jim has had successes outside of his collaborations with Meat, and Meat has had successes outside of his collaborations with Jim (though maybe not to the same degree).
Bottom line: let's not forget how this whole thing started.
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