Scorpions – Love At First Sting

Released in 1984, Love at First Sting is the Scorpions’ biggest commercial success and a defining album of ‘80s hard rock. Polished yet powerful, it balances arena-shaking anthems with radio-ready hooks and sleek production. The album features some of the band’s most iconic tracks—like the swaggering “Rock You Like a Hurricane,” the heartfelt ballad “Still Loving You,” and the rebellious “Bad Boys Running Wild.” With its mix of melodic metal and glossy glam energy, Love at First Sting captured the height of the MTV-era rock boom and remains a cornerstone of the genre.

Reviews

“Polished to a radio-friendly sheen but still packing real guitar muscle—this is prime Scorpions.”— AllMusic

“A masterclass in balancing hooks and heaviness... the band never sounded bigger.” — Metal Hammer

“Their most iconic record—slick, sexy, and full of stadium-sized riffs.” — Loudwire

“'Still Loving You' proved Scorpions could do ballads with emotional depth and staying power.” — Classic Rock Magazine

“A perfect snapshot of mid-‘80s metal excess—over-the-top and unapologetically fun.” — Rolling Stone