"Try Me" was recorded on the 1977 album Lights Out. This song is one of the best ballads by the band, but sadly it hasn't gotten the best reception over the years. Critics have called it a stupid, out of place ballad that ruined the flow of the album. In my opinion, this is a stupid comment. I would like to see any critic who said that write a better song than this. This song is so emotional, and it has a perfect vocal performance from the genius, Phil Mogg. He wrote very intense lyrics about how a woman that he loves should give him a chance. The chorus is completely beautiful with the strings and the piano blending with the vocals, because it is so peaceful and relaxing. The song's climax is the guitar solo by Michael Schenker. This is some of the most brilliant lead work done by any guitarist, because it is really a journey. It starts with a very slow and clean solo. This part is very much like "Still Loving You" by Scorpions, and it is very technically amazing. Then Michael turns on the distortion, and he belts on to notes on the low E string. The final part is when he just lets everything he has left on to the neck of his guitar. He does a bend crazy solo that can also be at speedy at times. This solo is very bluesy, and it has such a David Gilmour feel to it. This solo is truly brilliant, and it really makes the song. In my opinion, "Try Me" was a landmark in music. It is such a brilliant song, and I don't know why people have given it such a hard time in later years. The fact that it isn't on the Best Of: 1974-1983 is a crime, because I think it could've easily taken the place of "Can You Roll Her." If you haven't heard this song, then I definitely recommend it.
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