During the mid-1970s, with guitarist Uli Jon Roth (who replaced Schenker's younger brother Michael) part of the lineup, the music of the Scorpions was defined as hard rock. After Roth's departure in 1978, Schenker and Meine took control of the group, giving them almost all the power to compose music and write lyrics. Matthias Jabs joined in 1978, and with the melodic rock he played and the influence of producer Dieter Dierks in the band, the Scorpions changed their sound to melodic heavy metal mixed with lyrical "power rock ballads", which is evident in the album Lovedrive (1979), which began the evolution of the band's sound, with recording a developed later in several of their albums. Michael Schenker also played on the Lovedrive album. Over the next decade, the band achieved influence, approval from music critics, and significant commercial success with the albums Animal Magnetism (1980), Blackout (1982), Love at First Sting (1984), the live recording World Wide Live (1985), Savage Amusement (1988), their best-selling compilation Best of Rockers 'n' Ballads (1989), and Crazy World (1990), all awarded at least one platinum award in the United States. The band has released thirteen consecutive studio albums that were in the top 10 in Germany, one of which reached No. 1, as well as three consecutive albums that were in the top 10 in the Billboard 200 in the United States. Their latest studio album, Rock Believer, was released in February 2022.
Scorpions are estimated to have sold over 100 million records around the world, making them one of the best-selling hard rock and heavy metal bands. One of their most recognized hits is "Wind of Change" (from Crazy World), a symbolic anthem of the political changes in Eastern Europe in the late 1980s and early 1990s and the fall of the Berlin Wall, and it remains as one of the best-selling singles in the world with over 14 million copies. Two of the songs on their ninth studio album Love at First Sting, "Rock You Like a Hurricane" and "Still Loving You", are regarded as some of the most influential and popular works, both in heavy metal music and among rock ballads, defined as "rock anthem" and "a true hymn of love".
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scorpions_(band)
Discography
Lonesome Crow (1972)
Fly to the Rainbow (1974)
In Trance (1975)
Virgin Killer (1976)
Taken by Force (1977)
Lovedrive (1979)
Animal Magnetism (1980)
Blackout (1982)
Love at First Sting (1984)
Savage Amusement (1988)
Crazy World (1990)
Face the Heat (1993)
Pure Instinct (1996)
Eye II Eye (1999)
Unbreakable (2004)
Humanity: Hour I (2007)
Sting in the Tail (2010)
Return to Forever (2015)
Rock Believer (2022)
2) Scorpions (sometimes also Scorpions S/T) is a band from Barreiro, Portugal.
Lovedrive
Scorpions Lyrics
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The music rocks me down the motorway
My whore's got wings we're taking off
And I can't stop this flight of speed today
It's a lovedrive on wheels of fire
A lovedrive just one desire love
You drive me crazy babe
It's a lovedrive on wheels of fire
A lovedrive just one desire love
You drive me crazy babe
The city lights of London town
Are far away my hand is on her wing (on her wing)
I stop the car and she gets down
I'd like to show why Scorpions got a sting
It's a lovedrive on wheels of fire
A lovedrive just one desire love
Sweet love, you drive me crazy babe
It's a lovedrive on wheels of fire
A lovedrive just one desire love
Sweet love, you drive me crazy babe
It's a lovedrive on wheels of fire
A lovedrive just one desire love
You drive me crazy babe
It's a lovedrive on wheels of fire
A lovedrive just one desire love
Sweet love, you drive me crazy babe
You drive me crazy babe
You drive me crazy babe
You drive me crazy babe
You drive me crazy baby
It's a lovedrive
The lyrics of Scorpions' song "Lovedrive" describe the feeling of being on a thrilling ride with a girl who can drive a car and also serves as a metaphor for a passionate relationship. The singer describes the sensation of being uncontrollably drawn to this woman, with her possessing a sense of freedom that he finds alluring. The song is an ode to the feeling of being in love and the intense emotions that come with it.
The references to "wheels of fire" and the "city lights of London town" create an image of a fast-paced, exciting journey through the city, with the lovers exploring each other physically and emotionally. The line "I'd like to show why Scorpions got a sting" is a nod to the band's reputation as a hard rock group on the rise, and a declaration of the singer's own ability to excite and captivate his partner.
Ultimately, "Lovedrive" is a song about the power of love and passion to drive a person wild, just like the thrill of being on a high-speed ride with a daring and desirable partner.
Line by Line Meaning
A girl to drive a car to love
I've got a girl who makes me feel so good, I'll drive her anywhere just to be with her.
The music rocks me down the motorway
We're blasting music and speeding down the highway, feeling alive and free.
My whore's got wings we're taking off
My car is like a powerful beast with wings, ready to take us both on a wild ride.
And I can't stop this flight of speed today
I'm caught up in the exhilaration of the moment and there's no turning back.
It's a lovedrive on wheels of fire
This is more than just a car ride, it's a passionate pursuit of love and excitement.
A lovedrive just one desire love
All I want right now is to be with my love, nothing else matters.
You drive me crazy babe
My love for you is so intense, it's driving me wild.
The city lights of London town
We've left the city far behind, finding our own adventure in the great unknown.
Are far away my hand is on her wing (on her wing)
We're in a world of our own, with only each other and the car to rely on.
I stop the car and she gets down
We take a break from our journey, but we're not done yet.
I'd like to show why Scorpions got a sting
I've got a fiery passion inside of me, just like the band Scorpions.
Sweet love, you drive me crazy babe
I'm in love with you and you're the reason why I'm losing my mind.
You drive me crazy babe
My love for you is so strong, it's making me feel like I'm going insane.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KLAUS MEINE, RUDOLF SCHENKER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lifeisnice23
Michael Schenker ladies and gentlemen, nuff said. He really made this whole album shine, the guy is a guitar genius composer not only a mighty player. You can delete him from the album credits but we still have ears guys.. Michael's mastery his unmistakable..
@philtrippet2180
There are many of us who have realized Michael's greatness for years. I first bought UFO No Heavy Petting and Force It. Michael's solos on those albums were so perfect. I have been following him and his solo work and work with his brother in the Scorpions. I it's always nice to converse with other like minded individuals. Cheers to the GOAT!
@gungunggadung6792
Lovedrive. One of those albums you play all the way through. Micheal Schenker ever disappoints!
@robintaylor485
🦂Scorpions 🦂 ROCK💎
@randyhoman7631
I saw them in 1980. Love the guitar and vocals.
@thomanovnevsky557
What a great song with Michael Schenker on lead guitar!
Long live Schenkers
@amangogna68
Fantastic band !
@frankcastrenze1648
Awesome 🦂
@Onyorokom
yeah!!!❤❤❤
@gonzalogarcia8288
I Love it this song❤❤