Top tracks — play these first
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Cold Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Wind of Change (Spanish version) — This track exemplifies Scorpions' ability to transcend language barriers while maintaining powerful messages of hope and peace. Its inclusion showcases their cultural resonance beyond the English-speaking world.
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Humanity (radio edit incl. Orchestra) — Featuring orchestral elements, this version highlights the band's willingness to experiment with arrangements, adding depth to their classic sound while addressing contemporary themes of human struggle.
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Rhythm of Love (acoustic) — The acoustic rendition strips down the original's instrumentation, offering an intimate take on a beloved track that emphasizes emotional vulnerability in both lyrics and delivery.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with varied pacing
- emotional ballads for introspection
- hard-hitting anthems for motivation
- for long listening sessions
- wave-like transitions keep engagement
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Compilation album reflecting on the band's legacy, not a primary entry point.
- Themes
- global peace movements· human struggle· intimate acoustic moments
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Taken B-Side is a compilation album that marks a period of reflection for Scorpions as they approached the end of their lengthy career. It features tracks from the band's extensive discography, including studio versions and remixes, highlighting their evolution from heavy metal pioneers to melodic rock icons.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Judas Priest· Accept· Iron Maiden
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Cold Start here 3:54
- 2 I Can’t Explain 3:25
- 3 Dreamer 4:50
- 4 Too Far 3:08
- 5 Edge of Time 4:18
- 6 Heroes Don’t Cry 4:33
- 7 You and I ("Butcher" radio remix) 4:02
- 8 She’s Knocking at My Door 3:21
- 9 Alex Julie’s Love Theme 2:11
- 10 Daddy’s Girl 4:21
- 11 Ave Maria no morro 3:24
- 12 Partners in Crime 4:26
- 13 You and I (special single mix) 4:23
- 14 Kami O Shin Jiru 3:51
- 15 Rhythm of Love (acoustic) 5:28
- 16 Humanity (radio edit incl. Orchestra) 4:07
- 17 White Dove 4:23
- 18 Wind of Change (Russian version) 3:44
- 19 You Are the Champion 3:31
Disc 2
- 1 Cause I Love You 3:47
- 2 Rubber Fucker 3:40
- 3 Kiss of Borrowed Time 3:37
- 4 Bad for Good 4:04
- 5 When Love Kills Love (studio version) 3:45
- 6 Hey You 3:51
- 7 Over the Top 4:27
- 8 Wind of Change (Spanish version) 5:12
- 9 Life Goes’ Round 3:44
- 10 His Latest Flame 2:22
- 11 Miracle 4:24
- 12 Mind Power 4:30
- 13 Love Is Blind 3:56
- 14 Start Me Up 4:07
- 15 When You Came Into My Life (new version) 4:30
- 16 Back to You 4:26
- 17 Fuchs geh voran 3:18
- 18 Bis wohin reicht mein Leben 4:52
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Hysteria
Def Leppard
Shares melodic rock anthems and emotional depth with polished production techniques.
Permanent Vacation
Aerosmith
Combines hard rock energy with introspective lyrics, reflecting on personal and global themes.
Slippery When Wet
Bon Jovi
Features powerful anthems and ballads that explore human struggle and resilience through catchy melodies.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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