"Livin' On a Prayer"
Background -
Single from third album, Slippery When Wet
Released in 1986
Arena Rock genre
Success -
No. 1 on Billboard Mainstream Rock
No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100
No. 4 on UK Singles Chart
No. 1 on UK Rock Chart
Point of interest -
"Livin' On a Prayer" is a signature song
Tops fan-voted lists and re-charting long after release
The official music video has over 640 million views on YouTube
Point of intrigue -
Jon Bon Jovi originally passed on the recording
Lead guitarist, Richie Sambora, convinced him otherwise
New recording - New bassline, different drum fills, talk box
Honors -
No. 1 on VH1's The 100 Greatest Songs of the '80s (2006)
Certifications -
Gold in Canada
Platinum in Italy and Japan
2x Platinum in the UK
3x Platinum in the U.S.
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