Jon Bon Jovi's Life in Albums, From His Wedding to Richie Sambora's Departure | PEOPLE

From working as a go-fer at a N.Y.C. recording studio to becoming one of the biggest, most beloved rock and roll stars of all time, Jon Bon Jovi reflects on his career as he breaks down his life in albums.
Jon Bon Jovi's new four-part docuseries 'Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story' is streaming on Hulu April 26, 2024.
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[@DopeNostalgia]

THESE DAYS is a masterpiece.

[@marymore7366]

It absolutely it! It‘s such a shame they didn’t continue down that route.

[@leonorgomez]

Totally agree

[@jetcity18]

It was the last truly great Bon Jovi record. That tour was also the absolute peak of the bands live powers.

[@daveitferris]

100!

[@brianschuster9277]

I was just about to comment this. The album from start to finish it great.

[@MonicElle]

These days saved my life. It got me through a difficult time, I was 15 when it was released. Just in time to save my life.

[@annashafto8823]

These Days and Destination Anywhere are hidden gems!

[@lorimrasek7611]

I was just speaking to my sister about Bon Jovi what a great story teller Jon is, he has this ability to bring you in. This has proved through the decades he is a master songwriter, storyteller, lyricist so I'll just say thank you.

[@jeaninefarmer34]

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[@user-os1xh2yy6h]

❤❤❤❤

[@user-qf8bw5lw5f]

Santa Fe on Young Guns II soundtrack is timeless. 'These Days' & 'Bounce' are fantastic albums - probably their most underrated albums in my opinion. Bon Jovi is the soundtrack to my life.

[@user-os1xh2yy6h]

❤❤❤❤

[@user-yukinko777]

I knew that for 10 years John had been waiting for Ritchie to come back🔥 I hope they can stand on the same stage and sing "Wanted Dead or Alive" together❣️❣️

[@wesleybush8646]

They performed at their Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction ceremony.

[@Sbinnala]

his name isnt spelled with a t.................

[@thousandwattflowerpot5419]

@@wesleybush8646 They watched the Documentary together at Jons house. So they are on speaking terms.

[@jp3813]

Many fans don't realize that Cross Road is actually one of the best-selling albums of all time. It ranks between Slippery When Wet & New Jersey in terms of the band's releases. A significant reason for that success was the single "Always", which recently just became their 3rd video to reach a billion views behind "It's My Life" & "Livin' on a Prayer". Even deep into the 90s when most 80s bands were struggling, they proved that they were still one of the biggest musical acts in the world.

[@Wigfield84]

Always is what brought me in when I was 8 years old 😊

[@ianmccown]

I got my mother to buy me the crossroads cd in like 03 or something! I grew up on Bon Jovi!

[@Sakura_Shadows]

It was the first Bon Jovi CD I owned. A fantastic introduction to all the eras of the band at that point.

[@azimhulaimi]

Actually I bought the cassette Cross Road so that I can listen to all the best hits and it grew me as a fan from there when I was young. Bon Jovi to me is one of the best rock bands I've known. Used to jam their songs when I was in my teens. So sad his voice will never be as once what it was but he does the best he can. His bandmates are really supportive of him.

[@jp3813]

@@azimhulaimi Unfortunately, hits like "Born to Be My Baby" weren't included and "Never Say Goodbye" was excluded in the American release.

[@user-ug7eh8lk4p]

I'M 54 YEARS OLD NOW, AND I STILL LOVE HEAR THE SONGS OF THE GREATEST BAND OF ALL TIME, BON JOVI.

[@Seansworld17]

I’m also 54 and every time I see John I never really see him at his age I still see him the same energetic young guy.

[@mstwelvedeadlycyns]

52 and still rocking!🤘❤🎉

[@clomwah]

I'm 24 and Bon Jovi has been one of my favourite bands ever since I was about 10 😭

[@chilly6470]

7800 (can't find degrees symbol) is so underrated. I still have the cassette from when I was 7 or 8 years old.

[@yianniszcovers]

7800f is awesome. only lonely, hardest part is the night, price of love ...etc Jon is more interested in politics that music these days.

[@shawnpooley]

I loved this album in 1985. In fact when Slippery first came out I actually remember thinking "this isn't as good as 7800 F". I wish he was more fond of it, but I remember in an interview a long time ago that he and Richie were just coming out of break-ups and it was a sad time in their personal lives and the songs were about those times.

[@rob-pm7gb]

That's crazy, when 7800 came out I couldn't get enough and the videos were great. One of their best albums.

[@Bernz66]

I still have my LP…. It is a underrated album

[@joe429t]

7800° Fahrenheit 🎤

[@jstathon84]

I was at the Calgary concert where Richie wasn't there, Jon had said We thought we can leave and not perform, or do our best to give you a great show. And they did!

[@nikkibee6319]

That's cool the band still pulled through. :)!

[@batlevi2247]

Jon’s wrong about 7800 Fahrenheit! I love that album! Songs like In and Out Love, Only Lonely, The Hardest Part Is The Night, and Always Run To You are badass songs. They deserve more love!

[@pacochuquiure5459]

Jon is wrong on many things but specially on his asessment about 7800 Fahrenheit. Better album cover, title and songs than the 2020 album by a million miles. I recommend every hard rock fan or even casual rock fan to listen to 7800 Fahrenheit.

[@BigCityNights87]

💯 couldn't agree more

[@h4wk3y308]

Silent Night is cool too… love it…

[@Laissez-faire402]

Definitely not as good as the debut, Slippery, New Jersey or Keep the Faith, but better than anything afterward.

[@nancybrewer5778]

I totally agree! I love Fahrenheit!

[@erikaleonard2848]

Melt my heart, my husband in 2007 sang Bed of Roses to me and a restaurant full of people following our wedding ceremony. 😊❤❤

[@elizabethwitt2621]

Aw! ♥️♥️🤗🤗

[@jeaninefarmer34]

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[@TheGodYouWishYouKnew]

Why? Did he cheat?

[@jasonl1942]

That's great considering it's a confessional song about Jon and his cheating.

[@pacochuquiure5459]

The first 6 albums + the Young Guns solo album are the pinacle of Bon Jovi. Just the BEST.

[@GalenJoyce-ff2cp]

My favorite is New Jersey.

[@warlock____]

agreed. absolutely the glory days. also count richie sambora's solo album in there as well

[@theandiller]

Their best work to this day actually is Lost Highway. You can’t beat it from an artistic point of view! It was so different from anything they did before. The lyrics, the arrangements - the best!

[@Bernz66]

@@theandillerHave to check that one out…. I stopped listening after New Jersey…. I started getting into heavier music after that back then….

[@BadHorsie1]

I fully agree. Everything up to 1995 was great then there's a bit of a decline to 2005. Everything after 2005 is nonsense.

[@jennifershaw6624]

"I'll be there for you" is held close to my heart. I was a military brat, and my friends called the radio station over and over until they got put on with DJ, I still have that tape, where they tell the DJ I was moving from Hawaii back to NY because my father was retiring. My friends truly made me feel loved with that tape from the radio. What no one would know is that 4 years later, my father did business with Jon, and dad allowed me to go, and we had Chinese food in Hells Kitchen. He is truly just as nice and easygoing as he shows the world. He's an amazing human being.

[@kellyejones9495]

Jon is My Hero, Always, My Superman & My Dearest Friend too; Still humble til this day, after 40 yrs & counting… TFS, Take Care!! LOVE JBJ + BON JOVI FOREVER🩷🙏🏼🩷

[@zakkiblakk]

Growing up as a Bon Jovi fan (since I was 4 years old, thanks mom!) I can map my life's memories around these albums. To say this band has changed and shaped my life is an understatement... I am so excited to watch the documentary this weekend!

[@Lauren_22613]

Me too!!! At 4 years old also! I have sooo many fond childhood memories of Bon Jovi! 🤘🏼🩷🩷🩷 Even my current license plate to this day commemorates slippery when wet 😊 So psyched for the documentary!!

[@dianebusza8534]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ One True Class Act !!! Icon!

[@mikerochon2508]

I have heard the stories of why the band doesn't like 7800° Fahrenheit, although I have to say, it is one of my favorites, I still listen to it to this day. "In and Out of Love", "Only Lonely", The Hardest Part Is The Night. Good memories

[@batlevi2247]

Agreed, it’s my fav early BJ album!

[@rob-pm7gb]

I remember seeing " In and out of love " on Headbangers ball and I couldn't get enough lol. I was like 14

[@hirokono1973]

bon jovi changed my life. this was so great jon explaining how each album were made and get to listent to back story

[@carmenmariaortizjerseygirl70]

Fahrenheit is one of my favorites

[@Lauren_22613]

Me too!! In and out of love and only lonely are a cpl of my favorite songs!!

[@carmenmariaortizjerseygirl70]

@@Lauren_22613 Same here

[@EM-cs3lb]

No matter what but Jon Bon Jovi and Ritchie Sambora are a perfect blend of rock, ballad, slow rock etc... I wish you guys will collabarate again very soon. God bless the band

[@jilllatacz-hueston1118]

Everybody loves Jon Bon Jovi voice or no voice! South Florida loves you!❤🎉

[@Mars-Volta]

He still looks so good! Like he’s obviously older but he’s just aged so well. Good genes I guess

[@blastfromthepast8911]

Good genes 🤑💵

[@stequis]

looks like he invests more time into staying healthy than money, though good food isn't cheap.

[@getchapull4370]

Massive respect to this guy & the rest of the band, my real love is hard rock & metal, the first Jovi album up to Keep the faith are excellent, it doesn't matter what I think of the music after Faith, people change, music changes, tastes change, the music this band has given us is a true gift, Runaway, bad name, prayer, wanted, faith, bed of, always, I'll be there, bad medicine, blaze, the list goes on & on, for me Jovi's masterpiece has always been Wanted dead or alive, as a teenager this tune stopped me in my tracks, it's so good it should be illegal, its music of champions. Is there a better cowboy rock song?! Not for me, for that reason alone I can't dis this band or music they have released since. I've seen them twice, Jersey & Faith tours, both amazing gigs. Thank you for the music guys, it's timeless & will live on forever. Cheers...

[@fohn4305]

Toller Rückblick von Jon, vielen Dank für's hochladen!

[@Jeff_Louis]

Bon Jovi Forever!!! ❤

[@dianebusza8534]

Jon you forgot to mention Burining Bridges you have Blind Love on there and I love that song❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😊

[@aneomusik]

yeah i was waiting for it :)

[@ronieldcdomingo5460]

Unofficial album, that’s why.

[@skyblues2690]

@@ronieldcdomingo5460no it’s not

[@ronieldcdomingo5460]

@@skyblues2690 then why not discuss if it is?

[@skyblues2690]

@@ronieldcdomingo5460 because it’s an album about leaving mercury records , it’s official but Jon dont want to talk about it

[@guitarwalljams]

Man this is my childhood. Literally

[@VW-su2bu]

same ❤

[@GalenJoyce-ff2cp]

It's funny hearing Jon say he doesn't like 7800 Degrees Farenheit. Some of my favorite Bon Jovi songs are on it.

[@mikekaraoke]

He never said he didn't like it, he likes a few songs on there!

[@mushin78]

It is such a pleasure to listen Jon speaking, he is so down to earth, mature and mindful. His career has been amazing. Lot of respect to this guy and the band as well

[@Thenor80]

These days is the best.

[@ElectroPanPipes]

Excellent album! Certainly my favourite

[@julieding6505]

Thank you for this , knowing more things about John and how he feels coming from him, l feel like I'm there, good for fans that live around the world to here this, Bon Jovi Forever❤. Legendary 🎶 🎤 🎉

[@___beyondhorizon4664]

Between Bon Jovi and U2, my 2 most favorite bands. Each of their songs are athem of our lives journey! It's my life is always my favorite! I went on a first proper real date way back then, he played WITH OR WITHOUT YOU on the way.

[@raymondrossiti4936]

Bed of Roses will forever be 1 of the best & emotional written songs of all time🌹🛏

[@MISSTERYDIVA]

I loved that line 🎤Like Frankie Said I Did It My Way‼️

[@lauraarldt8139]

My #1 favorite will always be Keep The Faith.

[@graemeknowles1431]

Slippery New Jersey Keep The Faith... Fantastic trio of albums... ❤

[@carmenmariaortizjerseygirl70]

I always remember this story

[@pugcrazed]

This man is amazing, I loved him since he started. I haven't seen him in concert, I hope to , It's more important for him to heal. He has such a passion and such a wonderful human.

[@thepracticingguitarist]

That's not Dorthea @ 4:16 -- that is the singer Fiona. Nice to know People is employing top-level photo/video editors.

[@GalenJoyce-ff2cp]

I was wondering about that.

[@gingerpenton8230]

I love this video and all the songs y’all sang !! Best singer and band forever !! ❤

[@Kay-zv1lj]

One of the most admired bands in Spain. Great concerts in Europe to be remembered ❤

[@L24U84]

thank you for sharing your journey i enjoyed it❤

[@brandyl2183]

I love Jon. Always have since I was a young girl in the 80s. He’s still so handsome but in the 80s and 90s I thought there was no other man as beautiful as Jon. Thanks Bon Jovi for a lifetime of great music for so many of us.

[@roywhite7854]

I loved wild is the wind on New Jersey

[@johnathanwetherill456]

With out Ritchie there is no Bon Jovi . Sad . Jon seems to have gotten old over night . Still looks great .

[@zovalentine7305]

Doretha & JonBonJovi forever ❤❤

[@traceyrussell-kowalski5916]

Awesome Thank you for the memories 🎉

[@deborastern]

Crossroads was the first CD I bought in my life... for a poor kid, back at that time, it was an accomplishment!

[@richardmahfouz4392]

It's amazing that he doesn't like his BEST album, I don't care about the artwork or the name of the album, the fact is musically and lyrically 7800 degrees fahrenheit is his BEST album. The reason he doesn't like it is because it didn't sell well, and that's not because it isn't a great album, it's because it was released at a time when other more established bands at that time also released albums and unfortunately it just got lost in the shuffle, but it's a fantastic album, his best in my opinion, yes even better than Slippery when wet.

[@olljum]

So cool that he shows cassettes & CD-s. Great video.

[@JP-ve7or]

I almost laughed, because I had those albums on cassette back in the day and haven't thought about that in years 😅

[@FrancisCordieri]

These days is a awesome album musicly...

[@pamelabrand5210]

This just brought back so many memories, Slippery was what introduced me to Bon Jovi and I’ve always loved them. Runaway is one of my favorites! Never Say Goodbye was our prom theme. ❤

[@antoniocalibur3481]

Chorus(outro actually) of Living on a prayer introduced Bon jovi to me

[@katherinemartin4426]

I agree These days is truly a masterpiece! Its just awesome to listen to ♥️🌟👋

[@zovalentine7305]

JON BON JOVI ❤

[@terrijovi6100]

I have been on the ride since my first concert in 87 and it has been Bon Jovi Forever since...

[@RockFan89]

Great clip. So much substance and stuff I didnt know even following them since 1986.

[@revazchitanava2360]

Been a fan since I was 11. Now I'm 24 and sometimes still get emotional over the songs. Thank you Bon Jovi for making my life better.

[@oliveiradalbon]

He's outstanding ❤

[@venommusclecars5998]

Incredible music when you see it all lay out like that over 40 years what a legend 💪🔥

[@Sunshine-do3yv]

HE HAS HIS VOICE.....🎵🎵🎶🎶🎼🎼🎹🎹🎹❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@paulchisholm3305]

I did not know that re the album cover for Slippery When Wet. 😮 Given me so many happy moments listening to your music over the years. These Days and Lost Highway are great albums, they dont always get the credit they deserve! I always liked the Young Guns soundtrack too. Bon Jovi have been like having a best friend these past 40yrs. Jon is always so engaging to listen to. Thank you Jon and thank you to all those band members 😊

[@missscofie1825]

I've been a fan since the beginning saw them when they were an opening band and then twice after when they were at their peak ! BEST BAND EVER

[@OleGasChaNneL]

Best of the best!💪😉👍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@crystalmyatt445]

I’d love to listen to him tell stories through his music through his interviews and sharing his inspirational encouragemen HES 1:11 just an amazing man. I’m speechless. Congratulations for 40 years and you have absolutely been the soundtrack of my life

[@miayeoman]

It’s a great catalogue of music across many generations of people growing up this music of Jon and the bandstands the test of time I love the stories behind them too . ❤❤❤❤❤

[@DaliaAkar]

These Days is one of my favourite albums of all time

[@crystalmyatt445]

I loved Fahrenheit

[@Julie-ot6gw]

Make a Memory... is a favorite song of mine ❤

[@vitaly43]

Destination anywhere ❤

[@sharonpanico4769]

Love all of his music 🎶🎶 and will always listen to them ❤

[@adden2242]

LEGENDS!! 💪💪🔥🔥 You are a huge Hit here in the Philippines!!

[@WendiintoancientHistory]

I will forever ❤ the Young Guns soundtrack. I love all of their soundtracks, but that one is the best!!!!! The entire band, especially John are legends ✌ 🎸

[@OfficialAshArcher]

Love each and every one of these albums. They all have a special place in my heart and each get a play depending on what I need in the moment. They haven’t got a single bad album.

[@Sunshine-do3yv]

SO COOL...... fantastic stories, songwriting....singer....🎵🎵🎶🎶🎶🎼🎼🎼the whole band is FANTASTIC 🎵🎵🎶🎶🎼🎼🎹🎹🎹🎹

[@ejlovesjbj]

Beautiful!! And JBJ is soo good looking 🫠🫠 I love him very much 🥰🥰 These Days is one of the best!!!

[@-2rotcho894]

Amazing❤ Soo cool💕 　I LOVE You Bon JovI💖

[@cynthiasmith4130]

Every music they wrote, was so great!!!! Richie needs to come back, excellent guitar player!!!! One of the best bands in the 80's!!! Love all their songs!!!! ❤❤❤❤....

[@mikedavis8008]

Richie is missed not just a great guitarist but his harmonies to

[@debfarr5568]

He's so perfect ..he's a key to my 20 s.,.. forever ❤️ jbj

[@RONNYMORRISMUSIC]

I truly truly respect and like Bon Jovi, such an amazing artist and band and a story about great song writing and hard work. So much to learn from this guy, my times Paul McCartney

[@debbiecollier4665]

That first bon Jovi album will always be special to me,thanks Jon bon Jovi ❤️❤️❤️

[@jasonl1942]

Jon really loves the sound of his own voice

[@teresacampion4933]

Simply simplify magic ❤ funny Too Story teller❤ thank you for sharing with us Jon

[@realtyrocker]

Richie, go back, please. It’s just not the same.

[@debbiecotter7107]

Who this is a great history from a great man and his great band, love it ❤❤❤

[@tabathaproimos9471]

Jon bon Jovi your a great story teller I love most of your albums and bonjovi band Jon your a great guy my idol singer hope you get to tour again love you jbj

[@SaijaTuupanenFani1988]

@People ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Tessa-dg4no]

Young guns great bon Jovi acting also lovely Tess thank you for the tune bed of roses love all of you❤❤❤❤❤

[@tammytrehan5021]

Saw bon Jovi in Tucson AZ during the slippery when wet tour, Cinderella opened up, it was freaking awesome 💕💕🌹

[@jameslonano5659]

My most important takeaway is that the band is healthy, happy, and still has the motivation to make great music. Glad to also hear Jon's vocal cord surgery was successful and he doing great. Been a fan since the first album and their longevity has been simply amazing.

[@ShawnAloysius]

What a career!! 🤩

[@lloydparker2147]

Very happy this video exists

[@luciamcentee3236]

❤life long Bon Jovi fan! ❤️

[@IgnacioRinonMartinez]

These days was my favourite and i´m a huge 80´s stuff fan

[@louisvalentino5110]

Awesome story: Thank you Jon.

Been a fan since 1992. Still love them.

[@gelciapaladini-ib3ke]

Destination ❤❤❤

[@realtyrocker]

The Bounce record is so underrated.

[@BlueJanesFlippingChannel]

my fave album - no question - New Jersey... 🥰