Scotti Hill I Remember You Solo Lesson

Coming to you from high atop of the Shitty Vista Building in Black Lung Canyon California.
Ive been asked many times about this solo, and if I would do a video lesson. Well, here ya go. Watch the end to see my amp and settings. Enjoy
Scotti

[@kevinh2048]

The reason why everyone still asks about the solo is because it touches something deep in your soul. The fact that Scotti took the time to make a video showing note for note how to play it says a lot about his soul. Thanks Scotti.

[@josie1776]

Yeah!

[@soumage]

100%

[@jerseysound9569]

👏👏

[@christiandegaudenzi2605]

❤

[@murraymiller4321]

Still sends shivers down my spine in 2023🎉❤

[@PinetopJackson]

When I clicked, I didn't realize it was ACTUALLY SCOTTI HILL HIMSELF teaching the solo!

[@gacyx6802]

Scotti Hill I Remember You Solo Lesson

[@robertv9448]

right, you were ready to tell him he was playing a section wrong?

[@PinetopJackson]

@@robertv9448 ha!

[@frez777]

Search out Robbie Krieger giving out Doors lessons!!!

[@bradclifton9511]

Scotti Hill is an EXTREMELY underated and unacknowledged guitarist!!! the first time I heard the solo break on I Remember You it made me cry like a baby!!😢 I could feel/hear the passion he put it to the riff he was playing .. I've loved this song for 30 years now and I still get emotional whenever I hear it

[@steffenruud83]

Scotti is just awesome!!He is on my top 5 players hands down,the way he rocks and dig in those notes is amazing,make me want to play more also,win win…🎉🥳 Love Skid Row,dig you Scotti,and please can you donate that Jackson to me?Please…well…keep on doing what yall do,i love it!

[@MBJ1977]

I said almost the same thing to my wife a few minutes ago...i never get bored to hear this

[@jcoverpass]

Probably my favorite solo ever. Not one unneeded note, pure raw emotion.

[@josie1776]

True. Even when it goes faster, the notes fit perfect with the harmony and feeling of the song. Worthy pointing: Bach prepares the path for the solo in great style, raising the heat with his crispy singing.

[@tazzmachazz1355]

absolutely the Best solo

[@kornfreak78]

Easily one of the best solos from the 80's.

[@9unslin9er]

It's one of the best solos EVER.

[@maxr.4274]

@@9unslin9er agreed

[@shadcovert1160]

I'd agree. Also Zakks solo from "Mama I'm coming home" is one the absolute best.

[@largtr]

Agreed. And going back to the early '80's, I would add David Gilmour's solo on Another Brick in the Wal Part II. Very tasty!

[@bgm9517]

@@largtr What do you think of George Lynch's solo from Walk Away from Dokken.

[@hf1drummer396]

I just think it’s so cool to see that guitar all these years later.

[@tommydewayneisaacs2739]

Dude I was thinking the same damn thing!! Thst guitar looked n sounded awful good to be that old!

[@airbender0203]

I remember the three X's on the headstock too.

[@thebibleblack8954]

Airbender, was the 3X guitar not a different one?? Seem to remember it having a wooden colour body... Need to dig my Roadkill video out to double check 😃

[@airbender0203]

@@thebibleblack8954 Could be. He did have that all wood grain Bootleg guitar, and another strat with a reverse headstock, but I always remembered it on the blue Jackson. I still have my copy of "Oh Say Can You Scream' on VHS. I recently bought Seb Bach's '18 And Life On Skid Row' audio book. Its a trip listening to SB reading it!

[@charliebeers2013]

@@airbender0203 Yep same guitar. Says "eat me" under the guitar. You can see lots of pictures of it online with the same scratches and marks. Pretty cool indeed. www.pinterest.com/pin/399131585713569781/

[@WakaWakawaka-qt8di]

Just wanted you to know this is the best guitar solo in rock history.it made the song memorable.just pure emotion.

[@kennethmabus381]

Wish Scotti did more videos. He's got killer chops, just a ton of wisdom and he's a Rock Star. The stories he could tell.

[@cheeky_artist]

Era when solos were so musical and well crafted for the song.

[@851852093114208513]

Which continues to this day..? People didn't *stop* playing good guitar solos, you know? Maybe you should try listening to more music. You might like some of it.

[@centralia83]

Listen to alter bridge, avenged sevenfold, black veil brides, as I lay dying( has some of the most melodic guitar solos.) killswitch engage, Sevendust, tremonti, to name a few bands. Even the bands from the 80’s that still make music to this day. Still write guitar solos. Skid row is working on a new album, I’m sure scotti and Dave will have plenty of new guitar solos on the new album.

[@davidlimphoto]

Exactly

[@robertv9448]

for me this solo is a highlight from the era!

[@Ultra-Collector]

A time when you felt music not just heard it!

[@rhythmista7707]

Even as a drummer, I remember his and Dave's solos were so melodic, rather than just blasting through scales at warp speed. They wrote musical pieces for the song, and therein lies the importance and significance of true song writing. These guys did a superb job of doing that, and having musicians remembering them 30 yrs later, is a testament to that fact. Thanks for the great music Mr. Hill. You're a world class musician.👍

[@buffdaddy2032]

Agree !!!

[@bcrusher1979]

Me Too!

[@skylerreddy5436]

I'm not guitar player, but this solo has something magic, I don't know what it is, but it makes me feel something every time.

[@zipchtkdn7804]

Cause he a great player with feeling

[@addicted2tone349]

This is probably the best power ballad of the 80s.. It's definitely my favorite, I was like 17 when this came out. I wore this cassette out... 😂🤘💯

[@tylerleavitt2715]

Same.

[@josie1776]

2nd best after 'Forever' (Kiss).

[@placidblack836]

Cool… I was 13 .. This song changed my life .. Sculptured me .. The person I still am today .. Literally

[@jenmalloy3734]

Id say this and when the children cry are the best ballad solos of the 80's...of course, only my opinion..

[@RJRonquillo]

One of the most legendary solos ever - thanks for this Scotti!

[@darkjester2713]

This solo is a beautiful piece of music ..tells a story..

[@TheMasonator777]

My personal favourite Scotti Solo. Super unique, one of the best solos of the era.

[@orl1635]

Thank you Mr. Scotti por being so HUMBLE and a NICE PERSON.....!!!

[@johnmarksmith1120]

No kidding, This is the best solo ever crafted for a ballad. It’s got everything, it’s got soul, emotion, AH’s and tasteful bar work.

[@pavelhusar1142]

Agree. In my personal top 3, the two of em are made by 1 guy!! I Remember You is first, Life Goes On by Poison second, and 18 and Life the 3rd.

[@AccuracySpeaks]

My friend, you wrote a timeless masterpiece here, of course, people will be asking about it for eternity! Thank you so much for sharing this video with us all! I'm sure many people would agree, I hope you share more of your teachings with us all. Your music has molded millions of people's lives and etched a place deep within our hearts and souls, thank you for that!

[@graeme1744]

Ive always loved this solo, even before i started getting into skid Row

[@AccuracySpeaks]

​@@graeme1744 It's an amazing piece of music for sure! I've been a Skid Row fan since the beginning, messed around with the guitar when I was a kid but never was really serious, I always wanted to learn this solo since the first time I heard it! Now, 32 years later, I'm doing that very thing! To play it right with all the little nuances and bar work, it's dang tough, Scotti is an amazing guitar player and makes it look just so easy! Just like he talks about those damn strings ringing out, he's a master at muting! And for me, if you can't get those bar dumps and correct inflections as he does on the album and the exact same way he does in this video, you're not doing the music justice in my book! I'm not quite there right yet, but since he shared this amazing video, I think I just may have a chance!!

[@strawman3059]

Amen!

[@graeme1744]

@@AccuracySpeaks awesome reply to a solo that deserves it. Im a guy that believes in playing whats on the album the best way can and as close as possible. I wish more guitar players from over the years would show how they played theses solo and come up with them.

[@AccuracySpeaks]

@@graeme1744 Thank you! You know I understand musicians mixing it up and not wanting to step on someone's toes by playing material note for note, but when you have a classic solo, like the one here, played any other way just ruins it for me! I hear folks covering different solos that play the notes, and play the notes well, but if you don't have that feel, it just ain't the same to me! It'd be like listening to Hotel California and someone just butchering the solos, you just can't do it! You gotta be true to Joe and Don!! You know growing up when I did, we listened to music front to back top to bottom, and I'm glad we did, because it made us listen, and with listening, you learn and music grows on us! These kids nowadays don't listen and they can't hardly communicate because of it! Hell, when we threw a record on, or a tape in, we were committed! Man, I used to keep cassettes in for months on end in the vehicle listening over and over, I'm glad I did too, cause it surely helps me learn the songs because they are etched into my brain! Thanks for the reply, my friend, it's nice to see cool people on here for a change! Take care, and stay safe!

[@sjion]

So talented & so humble

[@KPSoutside]

I must have heard this solo from every player on u tube and no one ever comes close to the feel that Scotti has. Thanks for the lesson Scotti!

[@chiprucker5735]

Thanks Scotti. What a solo and how cool to learn it from the person who actually wrote it.

[@ronfigg1]

You and Snake are criminally under rated as players but even more as a team! Songwriting, rifts and over all kick ass Rock n roll! I met you all in the early 90’s, even met Doc! Bach actually pulled me up on stage after I fell crowd surfing and security was trying to drag me out! All in Vegas. You went into Monkey Business while I was on stage and when the cowbell kicked in I jumped into the crowd! It was epic! I still have a huge Skid Row collection! You guys will always be my favorites!

[@mack7235]

Ron Figg that’s awesome

[@lovetogolf4184]

Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa mother frrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@marcusgarrison288]

" criminally under rated as players" YES!!! AMAZING players! Wow!

[@wiseguy9202]

@Drederick Tatum Funny how that works but you are spot on.

[@KUDGHAT1]

Snake could play rhythm n solo in any 80's bands be it maiden or gnr Or metallica Or acdc.... point to be noted !

[@stm113]

Not only is that solo well written and excellently played, I think a part of the magic is the tone. It sings and it sounds like its on the verge of chaos the whole time. Just shy of feedback, its AMAZING!

[@user-fv3ik6ge1j]

Just thought you should know, that song is the song of the love of my life and myself. She was deaf but could feel it and read lips so I sung it to her. She was the best woman ever in my life, but sadly her dad and her moved and I lost touch. She taught me sign language, and everytime I hear it, I can't help but cry. That was when it first came out, and I'm 53 now. I miss you Sasha

[@ulissesscarparo3164]

This is one of the moust beaultiful solos ever made. Congratulations Scotti.

[@mack7235]

“SCOTTI HILL MAN” -Sebastian Bach, 1991

[@execatty]

saw skid row 1991 at nassau coliseum...then wasted 3 hrs waiting for guns n roses to show up late..those were the days

[@giuliocerea5680]

That harmonic at the end is so powerful and it is simply perfect. I've listened this solo thousands of times 😍

[@InfinityMotorsports]

I’ll never get tired of listening to this song or Scotti’s lesson on how to play it. Thank you Scotti -

[@MikeBUSA]

Dude, this is one of my all time favorite solos. It's not just the notes, it's the feel. That melody, feel, and monster tone makes it stand on it's own. It's one of those solos that if you played it without any accompanying music, everybody would know exactly what i was. Really great video. Thank you.

[@lucamaggio9227]

Oh man in the 1989 I was 16 years old what a album fantastic thanx from italy

[@RotterStudios]

Scotti! This is the greatest solo ever write in my opinion. Thanks! Great channel by the way!

[@patrickbilancione1201]

The soubd of this guitar and Bach's vouce. Perfection. It's one of the all-time great songs of my youth.

[@jasonhowes1704]

I can’t figure out how this guy ever thought of all these melodic solos!!! Unbelievable. Thanks scotti

[@guitarforfun2596]

Huge fan from Australia. Thanks for this post mate. Really hope to see more vids mate. Love hearing the back stories.

[@sd76-22]

One of the greatest guitar solos ever. I still play it to this day. Just bought myself an ADA mp1 that I couldn’t afford when I was a kid but I can’t still achieve that amazing sound. One of my all time favorite sounds!

[@totallyawesome80s55]

I think this solo stands out so much because, firstly, it's just an incredibly well-written and well-played piece of music. Secondly, rock fans had all been shredded and finger-tapped to death for a decade and this very melodic and unique solo just caught our attention.

[@RyuHayabusa06]

Hey Scotti, just wanted to express my thanks for you and the rest of the guys creating I Remember You. That song means so much to me. Takes me back to the best times in my childhood. 30+ years later and it still stirs up emotions in me. Probably heard it a thousand times but I never get tired of it. Thanks again for the music.

[@June34564]

That's solo is piece of rock n roll, amazing!!

[@oldmanpatriot1490]

Back in those days, I was a long hair freaky people kind of guy. very young and easily influenced. I had a huge range of music I loved. from Kiss to Styx and about everything in between as long as it rocked. Randy Rhoads was my all time favorite. But when your music hit the scene, I was all in it. You Mr. Hill were a huge influence to my playing style that progressed over the years. Those sure were the days and they dont make'em like they use to. Thank you for the wonderful memories.

[@acecomet]

Everytime someone ask me what is the best solo ever. This song always come first in my mind! I wish Bach was still there… i thank god i ve seen them live with Bach❤️

[@jakemf1]

Such a great solo and that tone-KILLER!

[@GregHu77]

Since i was a kid i loved your playing style . You were always a guitar hero for me! Respect!!!

[@smackysezwhoo71]

Thanks for sharing this! this is one of our favorite songs of all time and it really takes me back when i play it! keep rockin'!

[@LucasFernandesSilveira]

Incredible solo! Full of emotion and what ears love to hear. Right on point. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@dasmuss6174]

Beautiful solo, absolutely perfect for the song, I’ve always loved it, the whole song is awesome, thanks 🙏👍🇦🇺🍻🍻🍻🍻

[@TavaresProject]

The feel of this solo and all the solos on the ballads that you recorded were standouts... 18, quicksand, darkened room, etc. This is a good lesson for today's young musicians... Listen and FEEL to that vibrato

[@shonka]

All time favorite solos ever !!!!! No matter what’s going on in life I can play this song and It takes me to 1989 again. Driving my 280z and not a care in the world. I sure miss the 80s !!!!!

[@rikshredder]

Scotti was my favorite between the two guitarists. He always had great, fat tone and his choice of notes was always beautiful. This is definitely one of his best. Great solo.

[@ragingskeptic9753]

Did anyone else go immediately after and watch the video of the solo being played in real time, and enjoy it yet again? 🤣

[@Mark-um5hc]

Yeah, sure did. Lol

[@Matthew-gn5yi]

I will be

[@Matthew-gn5yi]

Just did. Love that song.

[@Mark-um5hc]

@@Matthew-gn5yi, especially coming from the guy who originally played it. So, you know it's true chords. Not to mention, it sounds so good.

[@Matthew-gn5yi]

@@Mark-um5hc Yea. I was like it's not THE Scotti Hill & then I watched the video & was like HOLY SH&* it is him & he can still play just like he did back in Skid Row's heyday. Would love to see something from Rachel Bolan & Dave "Snake" Sabo.

[@c3po]

As a fan of SkidRow, and a developer of that little amp, I'm so proud and honored to see you playing this song. :)

[@DoktorDamage]

That little amp sounds awesome! :)

[@Ewald_93]

You developed those amps??? That‘s so cool. I love my THR10X. Best way to get that 80s hot rodded sounds.

[@prodigal71]

Holy SHITE!! I have the EXACT same amp.....a damn fine creation

[@3joewj]

Blackstar tube amp would be more accurate for the sound of that solo.

[@1970borntorun]

@@3joewj Yes, because you know more about Scotti's Tone than the man that actually WROTE the solo LOL

[@Enoch-Gnosis]

Legendary! Thank you for all the great music! I’m glad I got to experience that era..

[@andyjett]

Nice to see that Scotti Hill is keeping his channel alive and giving these amazing lessons! Thank you so much!

[@GuitarVee]

I remember seeing the overhand move on MTV when I was a kid, thinking it was so badass! That is STILL the most badass looking way to mute, and I still love that solo! It’s just one of those moments that I remember made me want to play a guitar: The Back to the Future Johnny B Goode scene; Eric Clapton sounding incredible while making it look easy; and the Skid Row overhand move in the video! 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@thisaintmuhname1579]

I remember learning this solo out of guitar for the practicing musician back in the early 90's way before KZbin. I use to love sitting on my bed with my Kramer, also with a floyd rose tremelo, and a new guitar tab magazine learning new songs. God I miss those days.

[@vsixx4330]

you and me both.

[@jwcjrcpa]

thisaint myname I remember GFTPM! Spent many an hour sitting in front of those transcriptions....

[@guitarlessonswithbillythek8753]

Me too!!

[@garyjackson1208]

Great magazine, whatever happened to it. First one I got was back in 91 I think. Had Kirk Hammett on cover and Shortest Straw tabbed

[@JamesSmith-kb6lt]

Same

[@smithn.wesson495]

An incredible solo from an amazing album. Thank you so much to do this lesson, we appreciate it.

[@lucioluzzatto]

Good times and memories! What a blessing to hear you play this again so many years later on the very same guitar!

[@sunnys3325]

Fkn First! Wassssup Scotty!! Third solo I ever learned as a kid back in the days when u guys were on top of the world. Thank you for an awesome soundtrack to those teen memories.

[@johnfarmingdale]

Awesome, nothing like getting a lesson by the player and the actual guitar it was recorded on. priceless.. Thanks!

[@viruscerbero]

I have always loved that solo, man. Thank you for writing it!

[@tylerthorn3303]

Hey Scotti, thanks for the lesson! I've always loved your playing and have admired your work for years. Thanks again.

[@bigjiz69]

This is one of the first cd's i bought when cd's came out ! I can still remember it like yesterday ! I bought appetite for destruction and this cd which were the only two in the store at that time . Love every track on this album !!!!!! I wore the cd out i had to buy another . Make more vids and tell us about the gear you guys used back then . I heard it was the Rivera TBR SL-1 . The good old days when rock was on top of the world !!!!

[@KeithFine10]

One of my all time fav solos

[@cvitarello]

Always loved that solo! Beautiful soulful and lyrical ... thx for sharing!

[@TC-Guitar]

The solo is a perfect thing, like Stairway or Beat It, not a note wasted . . . incredible 😎

[@marvieman]

Hey Scotti. Good to see you're doing well. You actually taught me this solo in person back around the end of July in 2000 when you guys played my venue in Rome, GA. This should give you a laugh from the past too....my show was the first with Phil V and you guys came to Rome a day or two early to rehearse with Phil. Your manager called me a few days before to ask me to line up a studio for this rehearsal. I had heard some local band guys always talking about their"Studio" so I assumed it was legit and set it up for you guys to use. When we got out there (in the middle of nowhere) it turned out to be a damn barn! I apologize again about that but props to you guys for rolling with it. Still to this day, that was my favorite show I ever booked at the venue and you guys killed it! Thanks again.

[@arthurfleck6939]

The reason why people are still asking about this solo is because deep down they know it’s one of the best, if not the best solo ever.

[@acecomet]

It s the best solo ever!

[@coreyjohnston7266]

Thank you so much Scotti! Easily one of my favorite solos, and you have demystified some of the sections I have struggled with for years.

[@meninatym435]

Thank you Scotti!! All your solos painted beautiful landscapes for the songs. Thanks for teaching us mere mortals :)

[@MrScary52]

The "EAT ME" guitar. The first time I saw this is in the solo of "Piece of me" music video. Thanks for lesson Scotti. More videos please.

[@vfn8171]

Criador de lindos solos românticos. 😍🇧🇷🤘

[@3buzzy]

Well done Scotti. You created a timeless classic solo here. Wonderful of you to share. Rock on buddy!

[@mikejohnson5375]

One of my favorite solos from one of my favorite players . Thanks for sharing . I’d love to see more of your solos . See you on tour soon I hope .

[@MrPaolo101]

Dude!. We need so much more of this from you! I saw you in 91 with LA Guns and Love/Hate. Do the whole of the first two records!.

[@neckpainmusic]

Yes! I saw them in London with the same bands!

[@GregHu77]

if i could "request" another solo lesson that would be the Wasted Time solo. I believe its one of your best!!(??)

[@cagscagnina4986]

Hell Yea!!!

[@warrencantero]

absolutely!!!

[@guitarlessonswithbillythek8753]

Definitely!

[@guitarsbymetaljay]

That's a great one 👍

[@EB1775]

This is a must!!!!!

[@cantstartafire]

Dude!!! Thanks man! I'm really pumped that you have a channel!!!! Thanks so much for taking the time to do this. Great tune and awesome solo.

[@luissalinas6938]

We're grateful scotti hill, you cover a lot of questions . That was awesome.

[@graeme1744]

Unbelievable solo still to this day.

[@JoeR203]

I remember playing along to the song and I nailed that squeal at the 40 second mark exactly like it is on the record. I was so stoked. I didn't get any other parts of the solo right, but I got that harmonic squeal. lol

[@vsixx4330]

lol

[@silentstormstudios]

Thanks, man! One of my favorites from the 80s. The tone, the melody, and the technique all came together to make this a great one.

[@KARYTTAH_PopMetal_Rock_BAND]

Impressive. Always Great Solos. Congratulations Scotti.

[@emtea101]

Those freakin' dives! Mick Mars and Scotti have the best bombs. Not overkill - just enough at all the right times.

[@colbs237]

Great call Martin!

[@vfn8171]

Os solos mais românticos do hard rock. 🇧🇷🤘🇧🇷🤘

[@corey623ful]

Thank you Scotti, that was awesome, as a long time fan it’s so great to see you guys still taking the time to give back and connect with your audience. This whole album blew me away when it came out, I loved the whole hard rock scene (still do) but you guys were on another level! Easily the best debut album of any band, ever, and I mean that with all sincerity. Can’t wait to see you guys on tour when you visit us in Australia later in 2022, it’s going to be epic!

[@normanjoseesquierdo3912]

no words can describe how great this solo is. it cuts through my heart so deep. it can either make you cry or make you fly!

[@tonyborg6888]

How about doing a video on your version of little wing. You killed it on that song. That is the song and your version that made me save up for. Guitar.

[@claudioazevedo5283]

The best musician from Skid Row! By the way, Makin a Mess solo, it would be nice, dude!

[@OSHomestead]

I so appreciate you sharing one of the most iconic solos in rock. Thank you!

[@moparbryan]

The guitar nerd in me desperately needs to know the history of this guitar

[@cswann8]

Yeah...the tape over the Jackson logo really has me curious too. I'm guessing a contract/sponsorship from another guitar company made this necessary.

[@daniloviana8818]

When someone disagrees with you about tone being in the fingers, show them the Yamaha at the end

[@Johnnysmithy24]

Is it a bad amp?

[@RockScissorsRock]

One of my favorite solos of all time. It took me a while to learn it but man I can play it all day and not get tired of it. Thanks for the lessons.

[@fasteddievh2072]

Wow! Truly an honor to see how this masterpiece was executed by the master himself. So much emotion and soul. Thank you for being part of the soundtrack to the best years of my life.

[@silentj80]

I wish he'd do a video talking about that blue guitar.

[@Klesh]

Hey man I use to build guitars with Lumpy, he always talked about his days touring and working with you guys.

[@holgerhagmueller]

Stellar sounding solo! I loved all your solos on the first 2 skid row albums. They are really special.

[@robc4041]

Thank you for this solo. The amazing vocals and guitar playing belong together that it created this timeless beautiful song. This is one of those musical pieces that will be played over and over for generations to come.

[@dickdastardly2560]

The reasons people are still asking about the solo is because it's a awesome song and solo but more importantly people are Finally realizing that today's music SUCKS with every band and guitarist playing in some drop C tuning and just how good Skid Row is.

[@MeGaBondingFamily]

Wow! So thanks for KZbin recommendation. Another stuff right from it's master. This solo is so enchanting! And definitely an icon.

[@tee_jay6677]

Oh man that was beautiful. So many memories when that song came out. You Rock!

[@kjzmusic]

Great solo Scotti! One of my all time favorites!

[@Midnight.escape09]

This is fantastic! Thanks Scotti! One of my favorite solos of all time and great to learn it from the original player!