Bon Jovi Explains His Songwriting, ‘2020,’ And Doing It ‘My Way’ | Mavericks With Ari Melber

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Jon Bon Jovi opens up about his songwriting, from classics like “It’s My Life” to new ballads about Covid-19 and the BLM protests; why he runs his band like a CEO; and how he has learned to measure true success, in this new installment of “Mavericks with Ari Melber,” a series of interviews with artists, musicians and cultural icons.
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[@-takahiko8165]

I really admire Jon as a songwriter and more than that, as a kind hearted guy (caring for his country and also is actively involved in his community like with the JBJ soul kitchen, opening food banks to helped those who need it). He could have just avoided writing topics that will have heated debate Instead he wrote what he saw and I’m glad he wrote “American Reckoning” :)

[@ilokon7162]

What a great interview! Jon is an incredible person, very wise and humble. He is so unique. I;m proud to have been his fan for 30 years. He deserves all the respect and admiration, I love him!

[@joanies6778]

Wonderful interview! I love Bon Jovi music... John is one of my favorite people on the planet because of who he is as a person.

[@delicatevenusflytrap9091]

Legend when I was 12, legend now. What a nice guy. Great interview Ari 👍

[@whaleymom76]

A few thoughts: 1) The first CD I ever bought was "Slippery When Wet" for my oldest brother. 2) The first song I heard from this album was, "Do What You Can". I was so overcome by it, I immediately played it for all my children and my husband. It is the song I most wished in the almost 10 years since she died that my mom was still alive so I could share it with her. I thought it was going to be my all time favorite Bon Jovi song until... 3) I heard "American Reckoning". I had to pull my car over so I could cry safely. 4) I confess that I have quoted "American Reckoning" twice online (Yes, I gave full credit with much gratitude to Mr. Bon Jovi). In a funny note, the first time was in a comment to your show, Mr. Ari.

[@eldinefonseca4898]

Total legend he is. I grew up listening to him. Absolutely Love all is songs. I still do and always will. There is no other Rocker like him others have come on gone but I say and quote no one will b like him so true so humble. He is true inspiration to all. He is family man , loves his wife and kids. God bless him. I am fortunate to have listen to songs while growing up. I salute him . The best ever. Amen

[@mamiconrazon]

I love him . I was 13 when he came out . His music was the theme of my childhood

[@ahernandez8965]

Ya man Living on a Prayer is an awesome song.

[@kimberlysilva4691]

This man is so amazing I have always been a fan growing up listen to and loving his music but he is way more than his music he is a unique and kind caring man love you Bon Jovi !! People can learn so much from him about what it really means to be good human being with kind heart .

[@gayleathome]

This “embrace the grey” gal of the same era is, and will always be, an adarent fan of this one hugely authentic & inspiringly bright light thru all the decades. Much thanks Ari for sharing some of that light with us; stay safe and be well🙏🏼✨

[@satanicscrotumsucker155]

Bon Jovi brown nose Wildebeest mode.

[@dianebannister4591]

This was a thrill to me to hear this John Bon Jovi interview and to also see the clips of his early career. I've been a fan for years because he has a great voice and I love the songs 🎵 💕 ❤ ! But more so, he is an Inspiration as a person! He is probably the only Rock Star who works in a kitchen DOING DISHES TO SERVE OTHERS. He is an example of humility, kindness, compassion and decency. He and his wife are wonderful examples of those who serve others with the Soul Kitchen they established to benefit communities. I was very happy that he performed at President Biden's Inauguration. I wish him and his wife the Greatest Blessings!

[@blain3657]

Absolute legend

[@jonathanmol4489]

Back in the 90s I worked for a landscaping company and we would mow the drummer's house. In 2005 -2011 I delivered a few pizzas while working with domino's pizza to JBJ. He has a beautiful house on the outside and his wife was very nice to a guy that was making $ 5.15 an hour. 👍🥰

[@joannabrinkley8266]

First off, how cool is Jon, a lot can be said about a Musician’s Influences reflects the measure of a Man. I wanna take this time to brag on this Series-Notice Who they choose-maybe it’s someone you revere/or are new to-but because you are here-you have listened. Like Music, this takes Us along through our shared humanity/the social glue that binds Us together, not to mention, but I like to; tending to our own psychological survival. Music increases contact/coordination/cooperation. Our brains don’t just process sound when we hear music, but instead tries to understand the intent of the musician and in what’s being said=that right there is empathy.One of the many reasons we feel connected to someone we don’t readily know. Right now we are separated from each other/or quarantining off from one another due to deeply differing views-THIS is a respite. And just like Music, it doesn’t require a pedigree/a certain religious or party affiliation....as long as we’ve got Music/Dialogue, there is a path for connection. If you only have ten minutes and unable to take in Mavericks...might I also suggest another gateway to an oxytocin flood-SING, sing until You believe it can get better. Disclaimer:can run up to 30 minutes-Yo should know, it’s a commitment.

[@satanicscrotumsucker155]

Bon Jovi brown nose Wildebeest mode.

[@neldaendreson8037]

I love the songs and his voice since he first came on the scene. He is a very caring person

[@-takahiko8165]

It’s nice to see comments like that when everyone else are dissing Jon

[@GregDBasham]

Been seeing Jon Bon Jovi on a number of long interviews these days and it never gets tiresome as he's classy, articulate and now a bit edgy politically. When you think of class there are lots of entertainers but two recently who come to mind are Bon Jovi and Dave Grohl - two of the great performers for the Celebration of the Inauguration. Bon Jovi and Dorothea could do like many - just give their money to help others - but this couple and family actually put their own time, effort and cash into their ventures to help and lift others.

[@TrayHere]

💜💜💜💜💜Love Jon Bon Jovi ☮️

[@midgerussell4235]

Love you, bon jovi !

[@satanicscrotumsucker155]

Bon Jovi brown nose Wildebeest mode.

[@luciadelia2105]

A great interview! Thanks Ari and Jon Bon Jovi.

[@TarekTawfik]

I cried this morning listening to the story of love which spotify's AI just recommended 👌🙂

[@aparecidapereiramachado365]

I love Bon Jovi❤️

[@satanicscrotumsucker155]

Bon Jovi brown nose Wildebeest mode.

[@roselenedossantos4158]

Lindo demais sempre JON ILOVE YOU ❗💎💋🌹🇧🇷🎸💞

[@shel5684]

I am intrigued with watching Jon watch Jon- clever and Thank You!

[@roselenedossantos4158]

I LOVE YOU JON BON JOVI ❗ Adoro, Huhu ❤️❤️❤️👏🏻👏🏻, 🇧🇷 2020🙏🏻 Happy New Year 2021❗❤️💎🕺💃🎸🎸🤩🇧🇷

[@satanicscrotumsucker155]

Bon Jovi brown nose Wildebeest mode.

[@tabathaproimos9471]

This is. A great interview Jon is a great guy. He is smart caring person and helps homeless people. I love his music and him ,I'm, one of his biggest long fans. I known his music since1986-2020 album

[@willowgrey989]

The first CD I ever bought was Crossroads when I was 15. My sister and I went to his Because I Can concert at the Schott in 2012 (she’s been to more) and she has a huge Bon Jovi tattoo on her back. ❤️❤️❤️

[@jeanniereed]

one of the sweetest, nicest guys on the planet

[@isabelleiva58]

Great interview 👍 👏

[@Jrcb6600]

I love Ari

[@satanicscrotumsucker155]

Bon Jovi brown nose Wildebeest mode.

[@pinklodha1206]

Luv Ari and great to hear from Bon Jovi. I have heard some of his song as know his name but can’t remember his song names

[@pinklodha1206]

Superb show chats with Bon Jovi .. with Ari style Grace elegance …!!!!! Luv Ari …

[@DannySullivanMusic]

What was Beethoven's favorite fruit? BA-NA-NA-NA

[@notsteve1475]

Wow Great guy

[@jeanniereed]

thanks Jon and Ari

[@JuliP566]

Did anyone else see the orb?

[@PatootysManyMisadvetures]

Hey Ari, I know you're a big rap fan. Have you heard Tom MacDonald's song Fake Woke yet? If not, you need too. It's amazing. Any chance you could also play it and talk about it on your show? The world needs to hear this song right now.👍

[@darinjames3313]

I truly dont want to speak or text my feelings to anyone anymore.......no body really cares.....but I do thank God for the talented Musicians that have tried throughout the years......We just didnt listen......THE FOOT IN THE OTHER SHOE part......and until you ve had your face, soul and brains kicked in....YOU JUST DONT KNOW.....Hopefully soon I will totally disconnect from the madness......I PUT MY HAND ON THE DOLLAR BILL..........BUT THE DOLLAR BILL BLEW AWAY.......THEN I PUT MY FAITH IN THE PEOPLE.......my bad.....SO I TURN THE OTHER WAY AND I CARRY ON ANYHOW........This Man here was born to be a 🌟.....BODY-MIND-SPIRIT....Rock on Jon and the boys...Thank you

[@Brady_Stewart_238]

Hi

[@lynnstreeter5307]

Wonderful Orbs all around Bon Jovi. The last one is a winged Orb, looks like a tiny fairy.

[@darinjames3313]

They say those r dust particles......he he he

[@lynnstreeter5307]

Orbs...the last one was so bright. Flight direction also. They say lots of things..he has a good soul and heart. Orbs for sure.

[@pinklodha1206]

God bless Bon Jovi and his Wife for their great work for Food bank Soul kitchen and building affordable homes

[@kerzwhile]

Great!? Now whats going on with the stimulus? 🙄

[@CC-qp2pg]

It would be impossible to care any less for a new Bon Jovi recording..

[@kelleygates4881]

Then why are you here?

[@StratsRUs]

Oooooh, that Fragility

[@floydschneider495]

Jon Bon Jovi also squires about in a private jet. He actually used to have his own Boeing 707 with his last name painted the length of the plane. Bon Jovi should write a song how he is killing our planet

[@StratsRUs]

'Used to'. Whereas.... you ARE ....a ...

[@floydschneider495]

The Flying Rat: Biden Climate Tzar John Kerry wants you to drive an electric car, but owns his own private jet POSTED BY ROBERT WALKER JANUARY 28, 2021 FEATURED NEWS/ POLITICAL OPINIONS/ THE SWAMP WASHINGTON, DC - It was a great four years without having to see John Kerry’s face. But, thanks to Joe Biden, he’s back and serving as the President’s special envoy on climate change. John Kerry wants Americans to believe that we are all evil for consuming fossil fuel. We are evil for not walking, biking or carpooling to work as we pollute the skies, killing future generations of Americans. We are evil for not buying electric cars from Tesla so Nancy Pelosi can one day sell her Tesla stock for a huge profit. What John Kerry doesn’t want you to know is that he and his family own their own private jet-fuel guzzling, emissions spewing jet. Thanks to Fox News, who Kerry and the Democrats are trying to deplatform, a report released by the network shows Kerry’s family owns a Gulfstream Aerospace Jet…and a private jet charter company. Kerry’s own wife, how could she, and her family own a private jet charter company called Flying Squirrel, LLC. Kerry’s private jet is a 1995 Gulfstream G-IV multi-engine jet that seats 22. It’s powered by a Rolls Royce 611SER turbo that packs 12,450 pounds of thrust to jet Kerry to and from his global climate meetings in style. But wait, it doesn’t end there. Kerry is also a part-owner in the company. According to his financial disclosures, show he and his wife own $1,000,001 in assets with that company. The name of the company is Flying Squirrel, but for his part in trying to fleece the American people, Kerry is a flying rat.

[@pinklodha1206]

Superb .. to have Food bank. Soul kitchen And Building Affordable homes

[@pinklodha1206]

Hope to see Bon Jovi on War crimes on women child in Ukraine …. And Rise of Bad Nazism

[@pinklodha1206]

Song on Millions Homeless Usa citizens And Song on Non Myslim esp Girls / Minoroties suffering different type Tortures In 50 Myslim Nations

[@roguemoon4599]

Oh god he is so conceited, he talks total crap and I swear if he ever releases an audio book I'll buy it as a sleeping aid.

[@jamesfisher2564]

Tax cheat Jovi...writes his whole mansion and estate off as farmland because he has two goats....

[@smokeyb.8437]

Drivel, preceded by unlistenable music...aka noise.

[@natalinewak6708]

Hypocrite !!!🤮🤮🤮 jon bon jovi

[@innerspacerace9196]

Bong writing, yeah do not drink the water or you might accidentally write a Bon Bon song

[@24james]

Ahaha...MSDNC is a joke💯🤣

[@StratsRUs]

You triggered

[@natalinewak6708]

Phoney Jon bon jovi🤢👎👎👎👎

[@kimberlysilva4691]

This man is so amazing I have always been a fan growing up listen to and loving his music but he is way more than his music he is a unique and kind caring man love you Bon Jovi !! People can learn so much from him about what it really means to be good human being with kind heart .

[@kimberlysilva4691]

This man is so amazing I have always been a fan growing up listen to and loving his music but he is way more than his music he is a unique and kind caring man love you Bon Jovi !! People can learn so much from him about what it really means to be good human being with kind heart .