Written in a church and inspired by excess, this dark Scorpions classic is still one of their strangest songs

By late 1975, almost 10 years after they’d formed in Hanover, Scorpions were finally on the verge of breaking out of their ...
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Scorpions Songwriter Originally Wanted to Call Famous Song “F*ck You Like a Hurricane”

Everyone knows the classic song “Rock You Like a Hurricane” by Scorpions from their 1984 album Love at First Sting. It was a smash hit that’s still used in sports and commercials. And to be honest, ...
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Scorpions Originally Planned to ‘F— You Like a Hurricane’

Former Scorpions drummer Herman Rarebell, who co-wrote the lyrics for the 1984 hit “Rock You Like a Hurricane,” revealed the NSFW title he’d wanted for the song, which their label rejected. In a new ...
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SCORPIONS' "Rock You Like A Hurricane" Originally Had A Way More Literal Title

The instantly recognizable guitar riff, the infectious energy, the lyrics that fueled countless nights of youthful rebellion in the 80s — Scorpions' "Rock You Like A Hurricane" is a timeless anthem of ...
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Colin Cowherd listed Scorpion’s ‘Rock You Like a Hurricane’ as a favorite AC/DC song

In a span of 30 seconds on Friday, Colin Cowherd claimed his deep “love” for AC/DC before listing Scorpion’s “Rock You Like a Hurricane” as one of his favorite tracks by the beloved hard rock band.