ROCK MOMENT – Scorpions ‘Still Loving You’
The Scorpions’ sweeping power ballad ‘Still Loving You’ is one of the most emotional and timeless songs in rock history. Released in 1984 as part of their blockbuster album Love at First Sting, it showcased the band’s ability to blend hard rock intensity with heartfelt emotion. Written by Rudolf Schenker and Klaus Meine, the song became a defining moment for the German rockers — not only musically, but also in terms of their global breakthrough.
The Love at First Sting album marked a high point for the Scorpions. Recorded at Dieter Dierks Studios in Cologne, Germany, the sessions began in 1983 and were some of the most ambitious the band had ever undertaken. Producer Dieter Dierks, who had worked with the group since the 1970s, pushed for a polished, international sound that could compete with American and British hard rock acts. The album blended fiery tracks like ‘Rock You Like a Hurricane’ and ‘Big City Nights’ with the emotional depth of ‘Still Loving You,’ offering a perfect balance of power and melody.
‘Still Loving You’ was the emotional centerpiece of the album. Rudolf Schenker crafted the haunting chord progression on acoustic guitar, while Klaus Meine’s soaring vocals told a story of love, heartbreak, and reconciliation. Guitarist Matthias Jabs added the song’s soaring leads and harmonies, layering them to create a lush, orchestral feel without strings. The recording process was painstaking — every note and vocal take fine-tuned to perfection.
When Love at First Sting was released, it became one of the Scorpions’ biggest commercial successes, eventually going triple platinum in the U.S. and topping charts across Europe. ‘Still Loving You’ itself became a worldwide hit, especially in France, where it sold over a million copies and is still considered one of the greatest rock ballads ever recorded.
Even today, the song remains a staple of the Scorpions’ live shows. Its blend of vulnerability and strength perfectly captures the spirit of Love at First Sting — an album that proved heavy metal could have both muscle and heart.
