Michael was born in Sarstedt, Germany. He started playing in his early teens when his brother Rudolph brought home a Flying V guitar, which captured Michael's imagination. His playing style is unusual in that he seems not to use conventionally practiced guitar scales but seems instead to improvise.
Schenker joined UFO under unusual circumstances. The band left the UK to play some dates in Germany. Their guitarist at the time; Bernie Marsden, forgot his passport and was unable to make the first gig. At the venue UFO spotted Michael playing a soundcheck with the Scorpions and managed to persuade him into playing that evening's show. Despite the language barrier; he spoke no English and they spoke no German, something clearly "clicked" and Schenker brought the ellusive X factor to the band and took them to another level musically.
Schenker has had a turbulent career with UFO, often walking out mid song and causing shows to be cancelled. He is evidently as temperamental as he is gifted. Schenker says his playing with UFO is like chocolate: fantastic for a while but once you've had enough....
Clearly a musical prodigy, Schenker was one of the 1970's most inspirational guitarists, influencing later musicians such as Kirk Hammett from the band Metallica.
Michael was offered gigs with Aerosmith and Ozzy Osbourne but decided he wanted to play his own music and not be a hired hand in another group. In 1979, he founded the Michael Schenker Group (M.S.G). The history of the Michael Schenker Group has been strewn with personality conflicts and "incidents" between band members. In 1982, original vocalist Gary Barden was sacked in favor of Graham Bonnet (Rainbow, Alcatrazz) who lasted one album (Assault Attack) and was fired from the band after dropping his pants in a warm-up gig before the Reading festival. Gary Barden was enticed back to the band for Reading and stayed with M.S.G. for the recording of a new studio album (Built to Destroy) and a live album (Rock Will Never Die). After the second departure of vocalist Gary Barden after the Built to Destroy album, Michael reorganized the band around himself and vocalist Robin McAuley as the McAuley Schenker Group. After three albums in that configuration, Michael and Robin parted company.
Michael next rejoined UFO for the album Walk on Water. A short tour punctuated by a fight between Michael and vocalist Phil Mogg ended the reunion.
Michael resurrected the Michael Schenker Group with all new players and recorded three decent albums and toured yearly to appreciative Schenker-heads around the United States and Europe.
Michael fell on hard times in the early 2000's after his divorce in which he lost rights to his own music, his Mercedes and his prized Flying V guitars.
Michael picked himself up and got back to the business of making and performing music. The recording of the album Arachnophobiac and the resulting two years of touring got Michael back in rocking form.
2005 brings the 25th anniversary of the Michael Schenker Group. Michael is putting together a new album of songs called Tales of Rock and Roll honoring that anniversary. Singers from each iteration of the group have been enlisted to sing on a track or two.
A new Michael Schenker Group album is as much about finding out who is left in the band as it is about the music. Devoted fans love him regardless of his personal and personnel problems.
No Time for Losers
Michael Schenker Lyrics
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Get drunk on memories of yesteryear
We're gonna stop!
Our whole existence computerized
Yet still we stand up and we criticize
We're gonna stop!
No time for losers
No time for losers
Look for the things that matter
No time to lose
The life we're living takes precedent
We don't ask for permission
We don't need your consent
We're gonna stop!
No time for losers
Stop hiding in the shadows, no time to lose
No time for losers
Look for the things that matter
No time to lose
Don't forget to smile
Children need a happy face
To make it all worthwhile
We'll change this kinda lifestyle
Bring out the best in me
Bring out the best in you
We never take time for little things
How quick we forget our romancing
We're not gonna stop
The past is over, the future's here
We're all drunk on memories of yesteryear
No time for losers
Stop hiding in the shadows, no time to lose
No time for losers
Look for the things that matter
No time to lose
The lyrics to "No Time for Losers" by Michael Schenker delve into the theme of prioritizing what is important in life and not letting negativity hold one back. The first verse depicts a world where technology dominates our existence and we become consumed by nostalgia, which has the potential to hinder progress. Schenker urges his listeners to stop focusing on the past and embrace the present and future.
The chorus of the song has a strong message of empowerment and self-motivation, as Schenker tells us that there is no time for losers and hiding in the shadows. The lyrics encourage individuals to find what truly matters in life and to work towards achieving their dreams rather than letting themselves be held back by negativity and self-doubt. The message is reinforced in the second verse, where Schenker highlights the importance of smiling and finding joy in the little things in life, emphasizing how this positivity can make a difference and bring out the best in oneself and others.
Overall, Schenker's lyrics in "No Time for Losers" encourage listeners to focus on personal growth and positivity, while recognizing the importance of being present in the moment and making the most of our time on this earth.
Line by Line Meaning
The past is over the future's here
Let go of the past and live for the present and future
Get drunk on memories of yesteryear
Remember and cherish the good times
We're gonna stop!
We will make a change
Our whole existence computerized
We rely too heavily on technology
Yet still we stand up and we criticize
We are still willing to voice our dissatisfaction
No time for losers
We need to focus on what matters and not waste time with negativity
Stop hiding in the shadows, no time to lose
Stop being passive and take action towards success
Look for the things that matter
Focus on what is truly important in life
The life we're living takes precedent
We prioritize our own lives over the opinions of others
We don't ask for permission
We make our own decisions without needing approval from others
We don't need your consent
We do not require your agreement to live our lives how we choose
Don't forget to smile
It is important to find joy in life
Children need a happy face
Children need positive role models in their life
To make it all worthwhile
Finding happiness makes life meaningful
We'll change this kinda lifestyle
We will make the effort to change our way of living
Bring out the best in me
Challenge me to be my best self
Bring out the best in you
Encourage others to be their best selves
We never take time for little things
We often ignore the small pleasures in life
How quick we forget our romancing
We often forget to appreciate the love in our lives
We're not gonna stop
We will continue to strive for a better future
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MICHAEL SCHENKER, ROBIN MC AULEY *
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@drewbeedo11
i just turned 54 in early october, this is fuckin smokin!!!! of course i have this on vinyl, just been awhile since i heard it! if i've said it once, i've said it a thousand times " IF IT'S TOO LOUD, YOUR TOO OLD!!!!!
@kevpage4540
Just remembered this from a free flexi-disc on the front of an old metal mag in the 80's.... still pretty good:)
@paulajane9828
I love everything about this song forever β€πΈπ―πππ€
@ericschermerhorn2813
The Amazing Schenker ππΆπΈ
@Rattlehead930
yeah! : D this song rules.. one of the best by McAuley Schenker Group, by far! :D
@philnorman5912
If this riff doesn't make you run to your guitar you don't have one.
@Lorerock7
So F**cking Good!!!
@ericschermerhorn2813
Pure Bitchin ππΆπΈ
@lasonrisadelamonalisa760
Se nota la escuela scorpions
@scorp119
fuck yah