ALWAYS GOOD!| FIRST TIME HEARING Bon Jovi - Born To Be My Baby REACTION

[@BAF-db8ps]

One of my favorite Bon Jovi songs! Jon married his high school sweetheart Dorothea and they're still married. I haven't seen reaction videos for two amazing songs These Days This Ain't a Love Song

[@CharlesTheOpinionatedPug]

Their B sides are even Grammy deserving.

[@arturnienartowicz7213]

it must be such a great feeling to be able to identify with those happy upbeat optimistic songs.

[@panneetantinukul5658]

Na..na..na..na..na.. Never old.😊

[@matthewmarcinko9157]

Bon Jovi's "New Jersey" album from 1988 was an absolute monster. "Born To Be My Baby", "Lay Your Hands On Me", "Bad Medicine", hit after hit. This was the biggest band in the country at the close of the decade.

[@Rage_Harder_Then_Relax]

WORLD!

[@michaelderamo1866]

"Lay Your Hands On Me" always been very underrated

[@jasonmistretta4295]

@bloodyjasonmask3721 GNR & Bon Jovi might be on par with each other for the late 1980s. Bon Jovi's Slippery When Wet sold 28 million Albums in 1986, the next year (1987) GNR's Appetite for Destruction sold 30 million albums, & THEN the following year (1988) Bon Jovi's New Jersey sold 18 million ralbums. Between these 2 bands they had the highest record sales for a rock album from 1986-1988.

[@jp3813]

@@jasonmistretta4295 Also gotta mention Def Leppard b/c Hysteria was a gigantic hit as well, which was the long-awaited sequel to 1983's monstrous Pyromania. Plus U2 w/ The Joshua Tree. The competition was fierce back then, and that's only for the bands. The solo artists were also on a roll. Although we gotta remember that sales have continued to accumulate all over the world throughout the decades. Hence, it's not like movie box office where earnings are most often frozen in a specific year. I believe Slippery When Wet was announced as the best-selling record of 1987 in America, while George Michael's Faith was the US top seller in 1988.

[@crisvanfan]

@BloodyJasonMask in certain markets!!

[@magicmike7198]

The album ''New Jersey'' was supposed to be a double-album. Songs were already written for two discs. Desmond Child, the genius songwriter behind their biggest hits (''You Give Love a Bad Name'', ''Livin' On a Prayer'', ''Bad Medicine'', ''Born To Be My Baby'') wrote plenty of tunes for that album just as good as ''Livin' On A Prayer''. All of them are now obtainable on KZbin as demos (''Love Is War'', ''Backdoor To Heaven'', ''Full Moon High'', ''Rosie'', ''Does Anybody Fall In Love Anymore? ''). Some of those demos were given to other artists (Cher, Kane Roberts, Richie Sambora on his solo album). All that to say that whenever you listen to Bon Jovi in ​​the 80s (86-88), you almost always have to say a big thank you to Desmond Child.

[@kirilcherry7612]

This!

[@michellejackson6679]

I honestly could never pick a favorite of Bon Jovi.. It's not happening.. I love so many.. I hope y'all know that Jon has been married to his High School sweetheart for what 40 yrs now.. True songwriting.. from what I remember, back when they got really BIG Jon sowed some wild oats with Hollywood Starlets.. but he got his stuff together and went back to Dorothea .. married her and they've been together ever since.. raised 4 amazing children.. I love it. Fire

[@roxy0329]

Please listen to more Bon Jovi! This band is very near and dear to my heart as a close friend of mine who lost his life in the line of duty in 2005 was a huge fan of the band and was a part-time songwriter because of them. He’s been gone almost 18 years now but I still miss him every day. Jon’s song Blaze of Glory and the band’s song Thank You For Loving Me were played at his funeral. He had just gotten engaged over Christmas right before he was killed.

[@jenniferfoster1692]

Jon is still married to his high school sweetheart, they're an amazing, adorable couple. They went through some stuff when he got super famous, they broke up, he had a lot of 'fun', but they eventually got back together. Great love story and he means every word he's saying.

[@shellybrownlee5470]

She was in the video at the very end. 30+ years and 4 children together! Love their story!

[@francisseidel8014]

I worked with his cousin. John philanthropy is something typically not seen with rock stars.

[@Koko-lr5bc]

Right! He dated Diane Lane when he was having "fun" LoL

[@jenniferfoster1692]

@@Koko-lr5bc Yep. The rumor is 'You Give Love a Bad Name' is about her, lol.

[@jenniferfoster1692]

@@francisseidel8014 Yes, he puts his money where his mouth is...seems like a good guy.

[@eddyking5888]

Dang 1988 first time I heard this masterpiece, but the nahnahnah nah nah nah nah nah part is what never went away from my brain . Bless that I Was alive in the 80’s even if I was dirt poor . \…/

[@marshabailey1121]

In the early 80s they were given this "hair band" label but Bon Jovi (Jon is married to his high school sweetheart Dorothea Hurley) is so much more.

[@bradleycrawford9837]

Richie Sambora's backing vocals are amazing underneath Jon's lead vocals

[@gnrnando88]

On Blaze of Glory is even more insane!

[@starshake8998]

He's also the total SHIT on the guitar!

[@anotherHelldiver]

Especially “I’ll be there for you”

[@tequilasunrise9667]

​@@gnrnando88he didn't sing backing vocals on Blaze of Glory, that was JBJ as a solo artist

[@germanvelasquez8060]

La mejor banda del World...

[@jcdvt1]

Tico’s drum playing in this song really makes the song. Such hard beats!

[@markcloer2274]

Yes, Tico is the unsung hero of the band, amazing, always solid drummer.

[@illstreamthat]

Rumor has it the snare still has a restraining order against Tico...

[@kristiefreeman5177]

I know that I'm late to this video, but you should really check out the acoustic version of this song with Jon and Richie. Their voices are absolutely incredible together! They were always just magic together. It's absolutely beautiful!

[@traceyraffle6675]

John and his wife Dorothea have been together a very long time (since high school ) and in some songs I imagine he was singing to her :)

[@valderjasmins5757]

Bon Jovi is the best Forever....Jersey Born and Bread...Jersey PRIDE!!!!!!...YOU guys are awesome with this channel❤

[@chinfuzzchet3616]

Track was a top 5 hit and is soooo underplayed!

[@garytom1935]

You guys have to see them live, before they're done playing 👏🎶🎵🎤🥁🎸🎸

[@pablo-1372]

Jon Bon Jovi & Richie Sambora... MTV Video Music Awards... Livin' on a Prayer/Wanted Dead or Alive. Basically started the whole "Unplugged" movement that many of the 80s rock bands followed. You will love it, I assure you. You got to give the people what they want!

[@annesmith2259]

Best versions of those songs

[@williamjamesayers7719]

John Lennon and Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, and Jon Bon Jovi and Ritchie Sambora. Some great songwriting teams. Everyone please add yours to this list to showcase those great songwriting teams.

[@SofaSpud_]

'Slippery when wet' and 'New Jersey' were the soundtrack to my middle to late teens. Cherished memories.

[@harleymommy4993]

Me too

[@christopherholley8164]

Same only for me they were the soundtrack to my preteens, Slippery When Wet was the very first real music album my mom bought me along with my first stereo when she decided I was old enough to stop listening to all childrens music.

[@markhagerman1837]

TWO, THREE, FOUR! Instant hype 🔥

[@IvanMartinez-uq9ot]

Bonjovi#1 ever

[@IvanMartinez-uq9ot]

Bonjovi#1

[@davidjohnson4293]

It was easy to see this could be y'all "bon jovi" song for each other!

[@janrob5190]

I was a huge Bon Jovi fan back in the day. "Slippery When Wet" and "New Jersey" were my favorite albums of theirs. They have so many good songs, some popular some not, but this was my all time favorite Bon Jovi song and video! I haven't seen it in a very long time so it was such a treat to see it again. They were great to see live back then, as well. Thanks for taking me back to the "good ole days". It's hard to think it was so long ago and so much has changed since then. God bless y'all!!

[@harleymommy4993]

They were my favorite albums back then to I miss those days (music, Concert)

[@flodee8561]

You guys need to hear "You Give Love a Bad Name"! That's a classic. " Wanted Dead or Alive" and "Blaze of Glory" are great too.

[@SofaSpud_]

They've already done all 3 of these songs on the channel.

[@BaseballMom523]

@@SofaSpud_ I searched but couldn't find Wanted Dead or Alive on the channel

[@jp3813]

@@SofaSpud_ They haven't done "Wanted" yet.

[@chakroc]

Dating myself here...but I had this cassette tape(New Jersey) back in the late 80's. That was their follow up to 'Slippery When Wet', which put them on the map...so this was an important album for them, and they delivered. I remember my actual favorite song on this album was a song called 'Wild is the Wind', which was not released as a single, so many have probably never heard it.

[@gingerty9628]

Thats my fave also.

[@rantoppp]

Man, I dusted off this CD about two weeks ago. It's been so long that I almost forgot how good Wild is the Wind is. I have to say Stick to your Guns is awesome too, but you have to hear Ride Cowboy Ride before it!!

[@chakroc]

@@rantoppp I forgot all about 'Stick To Your Guns'. Just listened to it again...yep, that's an awesome song! Thanks for reminding me of it. Those were the days!!!

[@ashleycrawford1974]

I still have the cassette although I have since bought the CD.I also loved Wild Is The Wind and Stick To Your Guns.Although Born To Be My Baby is my personal favorite.

[@ashleycrawford1974]

@@rantoppp Love Ride Cowboy Ride/Stick To Your Guns,also.

[@bradleycrawford9837]

Absolutely love this Bonjovi tune - one of their best IMHO

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, you'll love Jon Bon Jovi's "Who Says You Can’t Go Home" with Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland!!! Official video is best

[@lourdesbarragan3753]

How many good songs have Bon Jovi!!!! It's amazing, they are amazing ❤

[@Betty-ry2kr]

Bon Jovi was THE SHIT of the day.. lol

[@sheldondyck8631]

Blood on Blood, Wild is The Wind, and Stick to Your Guns are my favourite songs from New Jersey. All are definitely worth checking out.

[@amandabispo2949]

Great songs!! Stick to Your Guns is 🔥🔥🔥

[@Krizzie_bee]

SAME. Same 3 favorites!!!! ❤

[@jeffphillips9588]

Bed of Roses- Bon Jovi is a beautiful ballad by them for future reaction. Born To Be My Baby J/A love this song! So glad you reacted to it thank you!

[@skyblossom2386]

YES! Still waiting for Bed of Roses reaction.

[@kevindowney7794]

Really can't go wrong with any Bon Jovi song. If you're looking for another great Bon Jovi ballad check out 'Bed of Roses.' 'Dead or Alive' is also one you should check out!!

[@WizardPandora]

I met my other half when I was 19 and he was almost 21, we'll be together 24yrs this May. This is one of my favorite songs. Great reaction!!

[@tristramcoffin926]

"And my heart beats like a drum!!!" So effn great

[@stevebrien1041]

Very fun to see Amber react to Jon in the opening part

[@jeffphillips9588]

In These Arms by Bon Jovi is another fun fast ebanger of a song. Love to see you react to it! Thanks for this reaction!

[@shellybrownlee5470]

It's one of my faves!

[@sarahmartin2968]

This is a good one! My favorite Bon Jovi song is Keep the Faith!

[@librarylady13]

💜💜💜 Love Bon Jovi! Try "Lay Your Hands On Me" next.

[@princessoffire1107]

You guys.,.. you know why I watch you? You have the same reaction we had hearing and seeing it for the first time That deep in your soul, blowing your mind feeling is how we as " kids" felt. The 70s and 80s were extremely serious times on one end, and our music reflected that....but at the same time the 70s and 80s were FUN and our music reflected that also! I know y'all hear it all the time but we really did grow up during the best of times. I really wish y'all had been there with us.

[@richieLuvz]

"Without Love", "Living In Sin", "Bed of Roses", and "Always", are needed reactions by Bon Jovi...

[@joshgrant824]

They did always

[@donnamire5512]

Bed of Roses is a great one

[@blakewigginssnewwavechanne404]

Don’t forget “Lay Your Hands on Me”

[@88teffie]

More people should listen to Without Love. It's an amazing song on so many levels.

[@martinlopez758]

Yes, you got one that rocks! Bon Jovi is really known for their ballads but if you listen to their albums they really rock

[@geordigirl40]

Never gets old!

[@tinacook8760]

React to "Bed of Roses" & "Thank you for loving me" also "One wild night " all great songs

[@jp3813]

There are lots of parallels between Slippery When Wet & New Jersey b/c the band was aiming to see if they could achieve worldwide success again: You Give Love a Bad Name = Bad Medicine; Livin' on a Prayer = Born to Be My Baby; Never Say Goodbye = I'll Be There for You; Wanted Dead or Alive = Stick to Your Guns; etc... I highly recommend Blood on Blood (studio version). Afterwards, Jon & Richie temporarily went solo and explored different musical styles.

[@danjmcs]

These guys could do no wrong in the mid-late 80s, just an incredible run and SO good live... still out there killing it 30+ years later!

[@sarinacahrier4288]

One of my favorite songs and videos of them

[@Progressive_Canadian]

"Those songs don't belong to me, they belong to the audience. I'm just the custodian of them. I don't own them, they own them. When I'm playing those songs, I'm not playing them for myself, I'm playing them for the people who are singing along. I'm playing them for the memories they've made to those songs. I don't think it's my right to mess with those songs, to change them or alter them in a way that would steal from the memories that people have attached to them. They've taken ownership of them, and I'm just the guy who gets to play them". - Jon Bonjovi

[@shirleydibenga.2531]

LOVE ❤️💓💓💓💓 Bon Jovi since there beginins and at 60+ still listen to ALL there cd's The francophone

[@jackfunk4629]

You should react to “wanted dead or alive”, “lay you hands on me”, “bed of roses”, “keep the faith” and “these arms” also he does a nice job with the song “hallelujah “

[@calmacdonald2417]

This is a great song. Brings tears for me however. Lost my husband, my partner, suddenly back in October of 2021. Songs like this now really are full of emotion for me.

[@gazmundo1987]

You should both check out Dry County Live Wembley 1995. All about Richie’s solo and Tico’s drumming master class, totally worth the watch

[@ryancconnely]

Bon Jovi is one of my two favorite bands of all the times!! No one rocks like he does. This is a kickin' song, yet not even considered one of his stand out hits. That is how impressive his music was and is especially in this era. I am glad you two enjoyed it so much. You guys want a more melancholy side of Bon Jovi try, "This Ain't a Love Song" or how about one of my favorites of theirs in concert go with "Raise Your Hands!" So much fun in an area full of people singing at the top of their lungs. Really you can't go wrong.

[@loriray7547]

Definitely my favorite BON JOVI song!

[@jamiebeaver7284]

Bon Jovi has been my favorite band since I was 9 years old. I love all their songs. My favorite ballad is “This Ain’t A Love Song” I don’t think I’ve seen anyone react to that one. A fun one to react to would be “I’ll Sleep when I’m Dead” ❤

[@amandabispo2949]

Great choices!!

[@dave9732]

Strange. I've heard this song a million times and have never heard this version

[@JenW1013]

I've discovered this song like a month ago and am obsesseddd ... Can't stop watching and listening 😍🥰 It's just perfect.

[@blgeiger71]

Hey Y'all (again)! Man...I was super-excited to see this one show up on my Notifications just now, as I think this is one of their better tunes overall. The arrangement, the dynamics, the lyrics, Jon's vocals (and the other guys singing backing vocals, obviously in the video), the nonstop bass line, the hard hitting drums from Tico, David Bryan on the keys - always fantastic, and last but certainly not least is Richie Sambora's guitar work, especially that ripping solo! For more of my favorites from this amazing Band: "In These Arms"; "Bed of Roses"; "Keep the Faith"; "Living In Sin"; "Raise Your Hands"; "Blood On Blood"; and "My Guitar Lies Bleeding in my Arms". As always, thanks so much for consistently doing what you guys do, I love it! As always, Peace & Love to All...

[@knew3355]

So many great songs by them and this is definitely one of ‘em. For more ballads from them y’all should check out “Bed of Roses” and “Make a Memory”. The video for Make a Memory took me a couple of times watching to figure out what was going on (at least I think I figured it out 😂)

[@joshb2041]

Bon Jovi is my favorite band of all time and Bad Medicine is one of my favorite songs of all time. Great choice Jay

[@ashleycrawford1974]

My personal favorite Bon Jovi song and video.I never tire of hearing it and it was in the top ten when I turned 15 and I had a huge crush on Jon.Memories come rushing back strong when I hear this song.

[@lianabaddley8217]

Past tense?? Lol I think a big part of what keeps my since 1987 Crush with him going is his Lifelong Crush on his Wife. Just knowing he is still hers makes Dream of Our Own Lifelong Love seen More possible. Glad mine totally gets it!

[@ashleycrawford1974]

@@lianabaddley8217 No,I didn't mean it as past tense,I still have a crush on him,just a more adult crush,with a lot of respect for the man he's become.Back then it was a teenage crush,all about the looks and music.Still have a crush,just different..

[@lianabaddley8217]

@@ashleycrawford1974 totally get it! Same here! I Was seriously just joking! Lol Respect him for who he is now totally!

[@reneeheknowsmyname6771]

This song and 'She Don't Know Me' are my all time favorites!!!

[@busterbell871n]

Bon Jovi owned the 80's decade.

[@ML-jk3sz]

This has been my favorite B Jovi song since it was released.

[@debradesjardins2803]

I have 2 suggestions for you to listen and react to 1 is Jon Bon Jovi singing Hallelujah... And the other is Richie Sambora singing Stranger in this Town..

[@CaliRani2]

Brings back such great memories of moving in with my boyfriend after college. We weren't making much money and def weren't living the fancy life but it was such a special time. The line, "We're 2 kids hitchin' down the road of life" ALWAYS gets me

[@hibhibb5429]

"Living in Sin" by Bon Jovi is a must listen!!!! The video is heartbreakingly beautiful!!

[@edwinpayne2231]

Another AWESOME Bon Jovi song! Sometime you guys should give my favorite Bon Jovi song "Thank you for loving me." A really beautiful song I first heard at a wedding.

[@pammickle3935]

When I saw you chose this song I couldn't wait to see your reaction. You two seem made for each other and I knew you would be moved. "He must have had a plan."

[@cheath1aisd]

I like that almost ALL their songs are SO relatable.. . . everyone can relate to what they are singing about. It's not just about "sexy girls, drugs, alcohol" all the time - like so many other bands fell into. These are REAL STORIES.

[@umainebearman]

The New Jersey Album this track came off was fantastic from start to finish. It also made Bon Jovi even more popular than they were after Slippery when wet. The endless touring for them put them in a place where they needed a break from one another and we wouldnt get another Bon Jovi album until 1992. Jon did have more public success with the Young Guns 2 soundtrack in 1990 where he played with some of the industries biggest names and legends. Some of his Bon Jovi band mates played on some of the tracks along with Elton John, Jeff Beck, and Little Richard. The highlights of that album are of course "Blaze of Glory" and one of my favorites "Miracle"

[@jayandjay8793]

“Raise your hands” is an excellent rockin song.

[@istari0]

One of my favorite songs of theirs. I'm happy to listen to it back-to-back and still keep going.

[@jamesalbertfuna1817]

You muzt play also IN THESE ARMS im sure you will luv that song

[@tilochristen637]

*It was my time to rock out on the dance floor in the discos after Bon Jovi, etc.*

[@jonhoward8898]

Kinda always thought this is like part two to living on a prayer as we got married in 87 my wife was in the Navy, and I was in the Marine Corps both stationed on Pearl Harbor. Had our first daughter in 88 as both songs kind of hit the nail on the head for us in the 80's. Almost 36 years later still together. When I met my wife, she had a life size poster of Jon Bon Jovi as every woman was in love with him at that time.

[@rafalmeidas]

This song is like a sequel to Livin on a Prayer , the same characters are mentioned , Tommy and Gina.

[@jeanstrickland2445]

Heck yes ! One of their best 🔥

[@dionshare7103]

My sister would have loved you for every Bon Jovi song you check out. This was her favorite band.

[@lianabaddley8217]

My kids all know not to bring home anyone who doesn't know who they/he are/is! Lol

[@jasonszabo9203]

IMO the catchiest Bon Jovi song. Irresistible songwriting, and Jon and Richie were so good together here. That's what they're missing now, the Jon/Richie songwriting duo.

[@vickyrobertson3166]

One of the best bands ever. I would love you to watch one of the interviews with him and his wife. They do so much charity work.

[@CinShiba]

Bon Jovi brings back so many memories of summer time in the 80s, being a teenager, riding in your friend's car and just hanging out at the mall, the lake...just being a kid.

[@jt9994]

amber is a true rocker

[@briantierney7928]

You guys are my fav to watch reactions too. Love to see younger generations watching music I grew up too. I highly suggest watching the bon Jovi reaction to a live MTV award performance. They did a combo of wanted dead or alive and living on a prayer in acoustic which was an awesome performance. It then spinned the MTV unplugged series because of this performance. Thnxs enjoy your day

[@freespirit9981]

Lol I remember mother would give me heck for dragging out pots and pans and make a drum set playing to Bon Jovi. Lol. Good old days!!!!!

[@quinny6920]

Haha you will find even more great Bon Jovi greats,,, thx guys! ❤️✌🏻 Jon has been with his wife since high school…..I have a lot of respect for that!

[@tinahairston6383]

I'm with you Jay. Bad Medicine more than Living On a Prayer, lol! I'd forgotten how much I love this video because I love the studio footage but I love how they didn't go right into the song like other artists do for their "studio" videos. Richie's solo and Tico killing the drums are some of my favorites from them. Y'all still have SOOO much early Bon Jovi to hit up. All the songs from their first 4 albums, especially the latter two at the height of their fame, are a must hear.

[@KaidenOrgana]

Been a fan since the first album was released.

[@tishatittle1010]

Love Bon Jovi......saw them in concert in Nashville, TN, alllllllllllllllllllll the waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay back in 1993, for their Keep the Faith tour. It was my 18th birthday present and it was awesome.

[@franticrage73]

Love it. And underrated song by Bon Jovi. Nice to finally see a reaction.

[@thekingofswing_]

lay your hands on me is another underrated classic by Bon Jovi

[@francineanthonsen2125]

Silent Night is one of my favorite Bon Jovi ballads.

[@faiz7180]

New Jersey (1988) is my 2nd favorite album after These Days (1995). New Jersey is such a strong album after getting a huge success with Slippery When Wet (1986). All the songs is rarely being skipped if I listen to the whole album. Lay Your Hands On Me, Living In Sin, Blood on Blood, Wild is the Wind, Stick To Your Guns, Homebound Train from the very same album are very good.

[@dash_707]

"Wanted Dead or Alive" is the greatest Bon Jovi song.

[@juliesantos8175]

Yesss!!!❤️‍🔥

[@chaz5229]

Jon and his wife do so much charity work, helping feed the needy. They have two eateries in New Jersey, where he is from. It's non-profit. They ask paying customers to pay extra, if they can, to help feed those that can't. Soul Kitchen run by the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation. Any and all profits go towards food banks and feeding the needy. Jon actually works there himself sometimes, washing dishes. He's such a good, down to earth guy it seems....trying to help people in his community.

[@francisseidel8014]

David Bryan (Rashbaum) is a phenomenal keyboard player. Bon Jovi wouldn't be the same without him. He is classical trained (with a Juliard professor), and dropped out of college when Bon Jovi was signed. He has written and scored Broadway musicals. Bon Jovi called him first to ask him to stay with the band once they were signed. Jon and Ritchie Sambora get so much acclaim but David Bryan is the secret ingredient to the Bon Jovi sound. He played on every album.

[@JayH-tz4ip]

Two of Bon Jovi's best are "Lay Your Hands On Me" and "Keep the Faith".