No One Like You – Scorpions

Take your rock guitar skills to the next level with Licklibrary’s exclusive note-for-note guitar lesson for “No One Like You” by Scorpions. This iconic 1982 anthem from the Blackout album is a masterclass in classic rock guitar technique, combining melodic phrasing, fiery solos, and tasteful articulation that will challenge and inspire intermediate to advanced guitarists alike.

With this lesson, you’ll break down every lick, riff, and solo exactly as played by Scorpions guitar legends Rudolf Schenker and Matthias Jabs. Whether you're looking to tighten up your technique or add some vintage German hard rock flavour to your playing, this lesson is your gateway. Danny Gill breaks down this classic track in this exclusive Lick Library video tutorial.

About the Guitarists

Matthias Jabs and Rudolf Schenker are the driving forces behind Scorpions’ signature guitar sound. Schenker’s rhythm work is both punchy and anthemic, providing the foundation for the band’s hard-hitting grooves. Meanwhile, Jabs is a virtuoso lead guitarist, known for combining melodic phrasing with advanced techniques like two-handed tapping and pinched harmonics. His solos in "No One Like You" reflect a perfect balance of emotion and technical skill, making them essential learning for any aspiring rock guitarist.

Their influence on the world of guitar is immense — bridging the gap between melodic rock and early metal. Their harmonised leads, clever phrasing, and creative use of effects and techniques helped shape the sound of '80s hard rock and inspired countless guitar players worldwide.

What You’ll Learn in This Lesson

Main Riff Breakdown

The intro and verse riffs in “No One Like You” are some of the most recognisable in rock history. Built around powerful power chords and intricate alternate picking, these sections teach excellent right-hand discipline and tight rhythm execution.

Why it’s valuable: Mastering tight alternate picking within power chord contexts improves your precision and attack, giving your rhythm playing more authority and energy.

Lead Guitar Techniques

Matthias Jabs' lead work showcases a range of techniques that will expand your soloing vocabulary:

• String bending and pre-bends give phrases vocal-like expression.
• Hammer-ons and pull-offs are used for fluid runs that maintain melodic clarity.
• Slides and vibrato bring life to slower licks and sustain notes with feeling.

Why it’s valuable: Learning these expressive tools enhances your phrasing and helps your solos sound more musical and emotive, not just technical.

Harmonised Guitar Passages

The dual guitar harmonies in this track highlight Scorpions' signature sound. These dual-guitar harmonies add depth and richness, and they’re a great way to practice both harmony theory and tight synchronisation.

Why it’s valuable: Playing harmonised leads develops your fretboard knowledge and tightens your ensemble timing, which is crucial in band settings.

Solo Breakdown

The solo section in “No One Like You” is a tour-de-force of melodic rock soloing. Techniques like two-handed tapping, pinched harmonics, and trills are featured throughout.

Why it’s valuable: These techniques add flash and intensity to your solos, improving your technical proficiency and stage presence.

Rhythmic Drive

Behind all the flashy lead work is a foundation of tight rhythm playing that employs palm-muting and classic chord progressions. This keeps the energy moving and locks in the groove.

Why it’s valuable: Solid rhythm technique is essential for any guitarist — it’s what keeps the band tight and the audience engaged.

Guitar Techniques Covered

Here is a comprehensive list of guitar techniques you’ll encounter in our “No One Like You” lesson:

• Alternate Picking
• Power Chords
• Palm Muting
• String Bending
• Pre-bends
• Hammer-ons
• Pull-offs
• Slides
• Vibrato
• Pinched Harmonics
• Two-Handed Tapping
• Trills
• Chord Progressions
• Dual-Guitar Harmonies

With Licklibrary’s in-depth breakdown of “No One Like You,” you’re not just learning a song — you’re building a toolbox of essential rock guitar skills. Whether you’re performing on stage, jamming with friends, or recording your own tracks, mastering these techniques will help elevate your playing and deepen your understanding of the guitar.