Richie Sambora - I'll Be There For You (MSG 2009)

Another great performance from Mr Sambora.
Recorded in July, 2008 at Madison Square Garden.

[@mingmongsmith2928]

As much as I know bon jovi has throat issues and is getting older as we all are but his voice is smokey velvet and David Brian backed vocals.is top tier ..... richie,s voice is amazing have cried and laughed to his voice and this song reminds me of my daughter who I don't as much as I want to this is perfection personified.... 😢

[@Eva-z2w9t]

Wooooo. Richie. Is. One. Of. The. Best. Singer. Biside. Bon. Jovi. With. Good. Voice. Why. Jhon. Don't. Call. Hin. Back. Man. ?😢😢😢

[@pankyg66]

Omg I was at this show

[@LaneDenson]

Richie sings like it's the last time he'll ever sing again - every time.

[@bang4urbux888]

SRV would be proud

[@josemanueldelossantos5500]

Va estar con ella. Y. La dedike está. Canción y. Lo. Mejor de todo tengo sus. Recuerdos. De. X. Vida Liz

[@bang4urbux888]

just like when he's snorting cocaine from a hookers asshole..phenomenal musician

[@rosiewilliams3729]

Richie at his very best, totally in the music he just draws you in with him, absolute genius❤

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

LOVE YOU SO MUCH RICHIE WITH ALL MY HEART RICHIE ❤❤❤

[@leslietarter2096]

Outstanding ... gave me Chills Thanks Richie ✨

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

LOVE YOU RICHIE SO MUCH ❤❤❤

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

NEVER LOVED ANYONE MORE THAN YOU RICHIE PLEASE BELIEVE ME RICHIE I REALLY LOVE YOU RICHIE ❤❤

[@lvhatrick]

I’ve Never seen this I’m a 55 year old man and this was so good I literally cried.

[@LaneDenson]

RIght there with you - incredible performance

[@shelbycrook779]

Shelby 🩸😴

[@shelbycrook779]

Shelby 😴🩸

[@shelbycrook779]

​@@LaneDenson Shelby County You

[@lindadavis8927]

Richie has a beautiful voice and is an amazing gutarist.

[@laurierandazzo1281]

He also has a beautiful soul. He us a beautiful man

[@drewby2006]

This is what it sounds like when you sing because you want to, not because you have to.

[@StephenTighe77]

And he wrote the song

[@karenveitch5181]

Amen his voice sends shivers down my and gives me goosebumps. Richie's so multi talented and doesn't get the recognition he deserves. You can tell that his life's had its ups and downs which makes every song sound so much better Xxxxxxxx and hug's to my man in black with the beautiful eyes and gorgeous smile love you always Richie from Karen in Glasgow Scotland Xxxxxxxx and hugs❤😘.

[@Dingleberry57]

❤️🙌🏼

[@jayclark5948]

Today's music will never even TOUCH these years in music history... The 80's were absolutely EPIC! 🎸

[@gillesguide9436]

La fin des années 60 et les années 70 étaient les meilleures pour moi qui suis fan de Rock et Blues-rock.Je n' écoute que ça depuis près de 60 ans🎸🎸🎸

[@josimpson7999]

Totally agree! The 80’s were simply amazing.

[@shelbycrook779]

Shelby 🎸🎤🎸🎧🎶🎧🧔‍♂️🎧🎶🎶🏡🎸📱😴🩸

[@kharismasilver]

Absolutely

[@kazuenakashima]

No one sings I’ll be there for you like Richie Sambora. Wow… so much energy of love and passion when Richie sings. God bless.

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

LOVE YOU RICHIE SO MUCH PLEASE COME TO ME RICHIE I REALLY LOVE YOU MONEY DOESNT MATTER ITS YOU I WANT RICHIE PLEASE RICHIE ❤❤😘😘😘🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️💕💕💕❤❤❤❤

[@theguns1977]

This is the best version I've ever heard , Richie in his prime , legendary....

[@theguns1977]

Aww yeah

[@jackirose715]

This was on my 26th birthday and my mom and I flew to New York for this show. We were in the third row and it’s still one of the best nights of my life.

[@WandaFogle-yx1jr]

lucky you

[@Rockgirl24]

Richie.....your true fans will always be there for you❤ . This always brings a smile! Such a great performance!!!

[@jeanicebarnett4130]

I CAN'T help but watch and listen to this song 🎵 with Richie! He's such an amazing amazing man talented man in

[@jeanicebarnett4130]

😂 I just love Richie's talent. Who else do you know that can sing this way and play a guitar as bad a$$ as Richie can?

[@WandaFogle-yx1jr]

I am true fan, will always support Richie sambora ❤

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

I LOVE YOU RICHIE SO MUCH PLEASE LET ME COME TO YOU RICHIE ❤❤❤

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

I LOVE YOU RICHIE SO MUCH I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART RICHIE I REALLY DO ❤❤❤

[@meired556]

Mr. Sambora really knows how make love with the guitar 🥰

[@tonisumner8505]

He is the hottest always has been and will be !! There is no Bon Jovi without Ritchie !!😘

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

LOVE YOU RICHIE ❤❤❤

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

i will always love you Richie xxxxxx

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

Love YOU SO MUCH RICHIE ❤❤❤

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

PLEASE RICHIE CAN I COME TO YOU AND YOUR MUM AND DAD AND DAUGHTER AVA I LOVE YOU ALL RICHIE PLEASE LOVE ME RICHIE ❤❤❤🥰🥰🥰🥰😘😘😘💕💕💕

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

PLEASE LOVE ME RICHIE I LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH PLEASE RICHIE CAN I COME TO YOU IF YOU DONT WANT ME THERE OK I UNDERSTAND I REALLY LOVE YOU RICHIE ❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰SO MUCH ❤❤❤

[@TraceyEaster760]

I love seeing Richie get his glory

[@h7m13]

Very rightfully words. No Richie , no Bon Jovi!!!

[@maodanz1672]

I d rather see Ritchie than bon jovi i think we have a blues gem here

[@WonderAdventure1010]

What a version of I'll Be There For You... Damn it's touch the nerves of millions of fans awesome works of one & only Richie Sambora....❤

[@lindabergman3127]

Wasn’t it Richie Singing the Lead vocals on the Missouri album Movin on?? It was an awesome song So was Mystic Lady❤❤❤❤ I think both of those songs were even better than this gem! Excellent guitar solos n his voice simply soars on those songs💥💥💥💥

[@MsRocker961]

Keyboard Man does an excellent job with the backing vocals too

[@amilcarvalenca3381]

After all this years, I’m 50 now 🤘, this is one off the best musicians I know. ❤️🔥 keep peace ☮️

[@neopeipeiii]

David Bryan’s backup vocals so underrated!!

[@WandaFogle-yx1jr]

Love David. They all original band awesome 5:20

[@petemiles8381]

i had never heard Davids vocal and wow yes - boys got a voice !! always thought Ritchie was an amazing vocalist and a lot more of the "Bon Jovi" sound than he probably got credit for ! Bravo

[@E_N_S_12]

Just wish the sound was louder on his mic, when he sang those few solo lines we could barely hear him. Maybe he doesn't rate himself as a singer?

[@BradLobregt]

I was so blessed I got to see Ritchie perform with Bon Jovi.

[@CarinaSchallinger-kn6po]

Jon is "Mr. Perfection" when he's singing, Richie is "Mr.Old deep Soul" when he's singing - it shivers...every single time❤️❤️❤️

[@JamieB67]

Been coming to this video on here for 11 years, since I was 17. Now I’m 28 and married and it just gets better and better. Always come to the comments and see a comment I remember from years ago. Love it.

[@corderoismael23]

Me too. I can't stay away. Such a magical performance.

[@TonyNaber]

the really good songs only get better with age. I feel like you start to see new dimensions that weren't there before

[@Inekafe95]

This is one of the most epic performances i've ever seen. Rich is legend

[@TheKoopaKings]

Have you heard his performance from 1991?

[@natesepnefski]

@@TheKoopaKings Same song?

[@TheKoopaKings]

@@natesepnefski yes. I’ll be there Ritchie live 1991. From his solo tour

[@natesepnefski]

@@TheKoopaKings I think I found it

[@whitney5932]

Wow!

[@toshiozz2184]

No phones.. Just enjoying the moment.!!! .. Sambora at his best... Irreplaceable forever!

[@adrian_1974]

One of greatest moments in the bands history this footage. Take a bow Mr. Sambora 👏👏👏

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

I LOVE YOUR SINGING RICHIE ❤❤❤

[@Philmein2]

Outstanding performance Mr. Sambora. Absolutely outstanding.

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

LOVE YOU RICHIE SO MUCH ❤❤❤

[@marshabailey1121]

Richie and David sound GREAT together, What a talented band! Their success is no accident.

[@ewolfgirl]

Have never seen this performance…WOW!! Richie slayed!! Especially that guitar solo at the end…man was in the zone! What a soulful performance; and what a frontman 🤩

[@GordonZJ]

God is Good ❤ I was there...

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

I LOVE YOU RICHIE ❤

[@thunderroad1975]

It's a shame that Richie just did a couple of (way underrated) albums. He's such a natural talented fantastic and authentic singer. He deserves way more credit.

[@armandopena530]

Richie is or was the soul of music of Bon Jovi...no one like him in the guitar...love him in death or alive...you are the best Richie...

[@christopherone1]

death or alive..WTH?

[@corderoismael23]

Majestic on all levels. I just keep coming back and not disappointed even once. Just keeps getting better.

[@normacortesquezada2972]

Best version ever❤

[@HamSamster]

This song was never sung better. ❤❤

[@vincenttilman]

I come back to this version every year, still here in 2025. Genius.

[@evertongracindo]

Please come back Sambora, we miss you in every way

[@KarylMcManes]

Richie puts that blues touch on all his songs. ❤

[@MrChrisStingray]

Richie is so goddamn heartfelt in his singing that it’s chilling.

[@kazuenakashima]

Richie sings his heart out with “I’ll be there for you”. No one sings this song better than him. Great Richieeee…. ❤️ 🎸🎼🎸🎼🎸

[@markbarrett979]

There is no Bon Jovi without Ritchie Sambora.

[@dimasprakoso5768]

I agree one hundred million %

[@parisjok5311]

they still tryin though July 2024

[@LyneVilleneuve]

I agree Richie Sambora is the best

[@kimwaddell4218]

Did something happen to Richie Sambora? I haven't heard

[@AustinStone-m3l]

Totally agree wish Richie would come back ❤

[@JustinSmithPYRO]

Always loved Richie's voice over Jon personally. Richie has a real soulful voice.

[@henrycrews9344]

Richie was the life and soul of the band, that is so clear to everyone now. He left at the right time.

[@GuitarLessonsMadeEasy]

Jon knows in his heart that Richie sings just as good or if not better than him. They both have incredible voices

[@pam4697]

Richie sings his heart out. He feels the sing and it conveys over to the crowd. You can feel it oozing out of him. He is a complete package.

[@joycebunn6045]

Agree love this wow

[@EbbieJSweat]

❤

[@Therealrichiesamborachannel]

Hello Pam How are you doing? It's nice meeting you here!

[@pam4697]

@@Therealrichiesamborachannel Thank you. How have you been?

[@Therealrichiesamborachannel]

@@pam4697 I've been great! I know you must be surprised to get a reply from me right? Well, i actually opened this account as my official chat account so i can have a little time for my fans and know how some of you feel about me and my songs precisely.

[@blakstud1]

I've seen Bon Jovi in concert 3 times with Richie Sambora, and I will never see them again until Richie Sambora decides to return. Just not the same!

[@joycebunn6045]

Another band done for like many before over petty differences one wanting to outshine another

[@joanne6574]

I agree

[@AnnaRoseAsiertoDisor]

Richie Sambora is simply the best. Love you man, til my last breath ❤🎸🤘 Who's with me here. September 12, 2024 from Philippines ❤❤❤

[@KellydoubleV]

18 settembre 2024 from Italy

[@mechanicalenginering6258]

20 September dari INDONESIA 🇲🇨😇

[@AnnaRoseAsiertoDisor]

@@KellydoubleV hello there.. God bless

[@AnnaRoseAsiertoDisor]

@@mechanicalenginering6258 have a nice day 🎸

[@WandaFogle-yx1jr]

right there with ya, @AnnaRoseAsiertoDis. Jon should have shared more spotlight

[@oscherr7287]

There are only 2 great guitarists that I know named Richie. Surprisingly on the other hand, they are also great vocalists. Richie Sambora and Richie Kotzen

[@ofeliaserrano3971]

I'm already 62 years old but still I love that songs of jon bon jovi.also Richie sambora.their chemistry is really amazing.

[@joycebunn6045]

Yes it takes all to make it good

[@blitztrukkus5812]

Richie Sambora wrote this song. He brought this awesome track to the band. Love seeing this in 2024!!!

[@charlesplott7758]

Bon Jovi will never be the same without this man.. Great version, but nobody had a voice like Jon in his prime. Respect Richie!

[@brianmorris2847]

So true!

[@monicabeatrizferreiro6163]

I consider Richie has the most beautiful voice i ve ever listened to ....

[@conorquigley]

Agreed. So sad Jon can't sing anymore. He gave it all for the fans. And sad Richie had to bow out of the band, he couldn't go on the way the machine was running. Richie and Jon are two musical martyrs. God bless 'em!

[@krunleslie]

Jon has got better with age

[@rianariana446]

Love Jon and Richie... absolute legends!!😘😘

[@PokePencardbreaks]

wow, richie just brings a whole new element to the classic, damn i never knew he did this song in concert, i think he's killing it harder than JBJ

[@henrycrews9344]

Plays better, sings better, writes better. The triple threat. RICHIE has it all. Keep the new music coming .

[@joycereuter4273]

He’s amazing, all these years Jon’s ego ran the show

[@paulogotze]

@@joycereuter4273 I really like RICHIE, he's complete in general, but he's not better than Jon, I hope they come back in the next opportunity BECAUSE THE TWO TOGETHER COMPLETE THEM

[@theguns1977]

100%.....

[@theguns1977]

100%

[@brucewayne_ok]

the last richie sambora moment in the band, and one of the best richie sambora moments of all time... there's no bon jovi without him, andnothing could change my mind... love you ric... thank you for the inspiration, thank you for everything....

[@Ems2011]

The most underrated guitar 🎸 player ever,an absolute genius of the six string,love him❤

[@gilbertocolafabio9916]

Sottovaluto da chi ? Grandissimo Chitarrista io che ascolto steve lukather eddy van halen dalla nascita sambora Sottovalutato Chitarrista incredibile

[@spanholl]

Underrated? So underrated that there's even a FENDER STRATOCASTER with his signature, man, FENDER wouldn't put it on one of their products if Richie Sambora wasn't a phenomenon on the 6 strings.

[@canditrujilloruiz1627]

Tan cierto como la vida misma!! Lo peor es que no lo reconocerán mientras viva,y después se forraran con el merchandising de su obra.... reconocimiento ahora a quien corresponda por favor!!!!!😭😭😭😭

[@dorinaarmioni]

Just RICHIE CAN ...SING...MAGNIFICAL...THIS MASTERPIECE ( My favorite SONG🙏😪😇🥰💙💛❤)...👍👏❣

[@71msjean]

What can I say... Jon & Ritchie are the heart & soul of Bon Jovi... Jon is the heart that keeps the group beating ... But Ritchie is the Soul & Aura .. When he left the group is like the group was in a coma... Awakening is a miracle that what it needs.

[@mariateresabonfantin8084]

Magari tornasse Ritchie❤

[@silviomp]

Watching in 2024. This song is beautiful from beginning to end. Perfect.

[@Karntlips]

Me again for the 50th time. I’m sure the best memory for those concert goers.

[@sexykjetil]

But John's live "performance" today is terrible, it's so bad people are leaving the show after one or two songs! He is now berley talking the songs, when he is that bad it's far better just doing playback!

[@reneeheknowsmyname6771]

MAN!!! Richie just takes this song to a whole new level!!! Love it!!

[@Johno270-f4f]

How!!! But still Can't beat Jon Bon Jovi!

[@reneeheknowsmyname6771]

@@Johno270-f4f ...... The way Richie sings, his style of singing. Just takes this song to a whole new level!

[@nicare4828]

Hahaha... I laugh at first, but 1min later,then... Waw.. OMG... Amazing! Just Like little rain on the Hot summer days!

[@reneeheknowsmyname6771]

@@nicare4828 ..... Right?!?! LOVE the way Richie sings this song

[@jvkenshin416]

Not on a whole new level, but probably just on a different level. However, and for me, the original, Jon Bon Jovi's is still THE BEST and of course most iconic.

[@GogReviews]

One of the best live Performances EVER!

[@bang4urbux888]

That falsetto at 6.00 is pure quality ..raised the pitch an octave ..absolutely nailed it..master-class by Richie

[@ericjordan7529]

What falsetto? You mean on the guitar 🎸?

[@andreacasazza3350]

​​@@ericjordan7529i don't know if it's called falsetto or not but that "uh huuu" is quite high 6:00

[@andreacasazza3350]

I love that i'm not the only one who's still around here

[@bang4urbux888]

@ericjordan7529 Not the part he substitutes Jon's falsetto with guitar however check it out 6.00 if you can work it out 🍒

[@bang4urbux888]

@andreacasazza3350 Its one octave higher than normal ooh..ooh..oh

[@tonycrowther5438]

Best live performance of Sambora's career

[@marcellee4212]

Bon Jovi needs Richie Sambora badly man. He needs his pal back on stage with him.

[@cristyrawks6325]

I never get tired of this video. Puts a lump in my throat every time. I have always liked Richie much much better than JBJ. Interesting note about his guitar. It's a Matthias Jabs Gold Mastercaster that Richie bought from M.J. back in 2008 at his Munich, Germany store. MJ Guitars. The two have a friendship that dates back way back when both Bon Jovi and Scorpions toured together. When M.J. started designing his own label of guitars, many rock stars would visit him and buy from him. The world of rock and roll is such a small one. BTW: Richie has new music out and a tour coming up. So I'm glad he hasn't stopped for his fans.

[@benedikte78]

Anyone else watching over and over? Insane performance Richie! ! !

[@gloriabarron3824]

8:19 8:20

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

I CANNOT STOP WATCHING HIM LOVE YOU RICHIE ❤❤❤

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

ME REALLY LOVE HIM ❤❤❤

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

ME I LOVE HIM SO MUCH I LOVE WATCHING HIM

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

I WOULD LOVE TO MEET YOU RICHIE PLEASE 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿❤️❤️❤️

[@Shesnothingbutwild]

Say what you will, this man right there is the greatest of them all and no one will ever convince me otherwise.

[@hbdarmawan9525]

a new Richie Soul-bora version of I'll Be There for You...Perfect!

[@ieda212]

Excelente, amo esse cara ❤

[@NicoleQavollari-wu3gk]

I‘m here from Switzerland the 4. November 2024! I love Richies voice, how he plays his Guitar, forever and ever! ❤❤️‍🔥🎸

[@supersopao]

Richie is amazing!!

[@jim3314]

Total stand up man who does the right thing. He was the talent behind the band. They went down hill since he left.

[@ares123olive]

This is the first time I've seen Richie being a lead vocal for while and it's wow...

[@josimpson7999]

OMG Ritchie absolutely belted this song out! The passion he puts into the vocals gave my goosebumps goosebumps. Phenomenal 👏🏻🇬🇧

[@johnnytrozzo]

Amazing performance. One of the best versions I've ever heard.

[@jerryvickers7048]

That is the best performance of this song I've ever heard... Plus it was live!!!

[@neildavid7712]

This is prolly the best version of this song and it's ironic that Jon isn't singing. Sambora is so talented and charismatic.

[@bradleycatlow5127]

Richie wrote it. That's why he's singing it. Just as he wrote Wanted Dead or Alive...

[@gar7reever754]

Agreed 💯...best ever hands down. 🤍❤🇨🇦✌

[@gammarose3758]

Agree, actually think better than Bon Jovi... 💯

[@gammarose3758]

@@bradleycatlow5127 he sang awesome in wanted dead or alive💯

[@thedeena2745]

I agree 👍 💯

[@picoult76]

I downloaded a bunch of Richies solo stuff after seeing this video for the first time. Severely underrated musician and vocalist.

[@reneebraxton1032]

I agree.

[@amgc0054]

Ohh yeah.. he’s awesome !

[@lynezlao9774]

That solo guitar performance towards end is to die for 👌😍

[@pravakartamang4642]

Had this whole DVD on laptop and watched it countless times. This performance was always the best part.

[@johnstecich7990]

im so glad richies coming back .the band hasnt been the same without him

[@TheCatholicPreacher]

When is he coming back?

[@johnstecich7990]

@@TheCatholicPreacher when Jon gets his health and voice together

[@joycebunn6045]

@@johnstecich7990 Jon Bon Jovi is ok he’ll make it

[@carolokane6387]

Bon jovi have and will always be my absolute favourite group of all time. I have all the albums and all the memories from the start to now. And I will be 60 in July. I still love rock music, and I always will. And I don't care what anyone says about me being too old. Life is for living and that's what I hope to do.My one regret is that I have never seen them live yet. Richie you rocked this out man. Epic performance. And that guitar solo towards the end WOW ,We miss you. Come back.

[@MeemsKaso]

Oh my dearest Carol...I just turned 60 myself. My heart broke reading your note. If I had a teleport machine, I would send you back into the 90's to see Bon Jovi in concert. It is with a heavy heart that I tell you I've lost count on the amount of times I saw them live. The first time I saw them was September 9, 1989 at Cal Expo in Sacramento, California. At that time, I was coming to terms with the departure of Steve Perry from Journey. Through HS & College, Journey was my band. Without Steve, Journey was dead to me. As a new mom, my cousin took me to see Bon Jovi. Oh WOW, were they spectacular. Beyond words. From there forward, I lived & breathed BJ. BUT not Jon...Richie! Always Richie, since 1989. I attended concerts up & down California. Upon Richie's release of Stranger in this Town, his tour dates were announced and I purchased tickets to see him at the Warfield in San Francisco, November 11, 1991. Billy Falcon opened for him. Just wow! Being able to see him play & sing...JUST HIM was magical. I would argue that it was Richie's voice that made BJ. Not Jon. When I saw Richie, alone, my argument was correct. I did not want that night to end. His voice is so full, & rich. He is truly an old soul. His voice & lyrics tell you so. How I wish I could have known you back then. I would have taken you with me. Happy Birthday! ps...I continue to attend concerts. There is no age limit on music. In a few weeks I'm seeing Lacey Sturm of Flyleaf twice. Dallas & Waco. Go to any concert you want mama! Live! Music allows our souls to breathe!

[@carolokane6387]

@MeemsKaso thank you so much for your wonderful letter. It's nice to know that I'm not the only 60 year old who still loves rock music.

[@nucciolucera1324]

Richie Very underrated guitarist... best second voice ever....

[@gerydblackmore5484]

Richie is so underrated!!! pure gold talent!

[@MrIloveboys123]

Richie has the MSG audience in his hands. He was the backbone of Bon Jovi and wouldn't Jon like to have Richie's amazing voice now as his voice is gone.

[@BJKDMoni]

His voice isn't gone at all, he had a surgery and his voice will come back or just came back.

[@stephanusjohannes422]

@@BJKDMoni its gone.... tribute bands sound better!!

[@BJKDMoni]

@@stephanusjohannes422 when his recovery will be finished he will sound a lot better I believe. But I know a fantastic Coverband called Bounce from Germany and the leadsinger sounds Like Jon in Bon Jovi's biggest hits.

[@bang4urbux888]

​@@BJKDMoniJon is washed up as a singer..he's retired

[@BJKDMoni]

@@bang4urbux888 never ever

[@nefelichristogoula316]

I have heard this song performed by Jon soooo many times, it's lovely but coming from Richie it is so much warmer, true, heart-melting. I am crying. I absolutely can not wrap my head around how can there be a bon jovi band without THE Richie Sambora.

[@alanpaulo5831]

I attended Richie last week, and Jon a few years ago. Richie version is indeed way better, this music was made for his voice

[@debbie.waters602]

Nefeli Christogoula

[@samd.325]

Sammy riche Rock's

[@DarrenJones]

There's no coincidence IBTFY or ITA weren't played on this tour. Nobody can sing those songs like Rich did (or still does as a solo act). Miss them together, though :(

[@Kisukot]

Richie was the soul of Bon Jovi. Jon may be the front singer but Richie sings with more heart. What they had together was unique and I don't like Bon Jovi without Richie.

[@KWSfan2000]

Say what you will but that was the best live version of that song! Wish he had done that one of the times i saw them. Man has a lot of soul! Miss those days!!!

[@tabataalmeida2736]

He poured his heart and soul into this performance. Took it to a whole new level of greatness. What a legend this guy is! ❤️

[@lmlumbangaol8463]

Watched this in 2024, and realized that Richie made this song more soulful.. beautiful

[@hawtmess66]

100 percent. He's awesome

[@joycereuter4273]

💯

[@katherineskrzynecki3347]

Yes, he did, bc he went through it!

[@AnniN96]

Richie sang this song most of the time. John wasn‘t on stage and came to the end. In Europe we‘d stop singing ohhhh ohhh if they didn’t quit.

[@KevinBear]

Awesome! love it!

[@dimasprakoso5768]

Uncomparable when Richie take a lead vocal + lead guitar in "Ill be there for you" song!! Very soulful🔥🔥🔥

[@minkageneva4741]

Тази китара ,удря право в сърцето .Голямо изпълнение,голям блус.Слушаш и не можеш да се наситеш да слушаш.Браво!Респект!!👍🍀♥️🌹

[@LoveABun]

GawdDAMN he sounds good!!!!!!!!!!! He truly stole the show. He’s as good a front man as Jon-and more musically talented. He could have carried this band with absolutely no problem had Jon not been around.

[@katherineskrzynecki3347]

I am in 2024! And, he is definitely more soulful! Much better bc HE WROTE IT!! ROCK ON, RICHIE!

[@patriciaappleyard3764]

I'll be there for you. These 5 words are so precious to me. ❤ What a fabulous performance from Richie. ❤

[@kemmylilmister1122]

This is by far the best version of this song. Beautiful and raw, Richie is so emotional on this one. I'm crying listening to this.

[@Therealrichiesamborachannel]

Hello kemmy How are you doing? It's nice meeting you here!

[@darrenclark702]

Quite possibly one of the best live versions I have heard. David Bryans vox harmonies are just spot on...brilliant

[@Hanz-sc5db]

Excellent performance Richie!!!!

[@heatheriloveyou2985]

Sambora does this amazing. Bon Jovi needs him back

[@kg4176-k6o]

Does he still sound like this in 2024? He doesn't sound so great in the interviews I've watched.

[@makeitcount179]

Wow. A Spectacular rendition. That vocal had such depth and tonal nuances and full of power...but then...there is a guitar player...who is masterfully articulating the entire sonic landscape like hieronymous bosch lent his paintbrush to Hendrix after writing little wing...

[@lipeguitars]

Richie is great singer, songwirter,guitar player and true musician . Respect !

[@kelvindion6216]

The best of the best Richie Sambora Bonjovi - richie=60% Bonjovi + Richie=100%

[@nicolehein8285]

My favorite part of soooo many of BJ songs is when I hear Richie voice doing back up vocals. His voice gives me chills. To hear him doing this is amazing. It's almost like a completely different song. Country feel to it. Absolutely love it !!!! Miss him.

[@helenellsworth4713]

Richie is the soul of Bon Jovi. Him and Jon are dynamic duo. They belong together. Please forgive and reunite. Life is to short

[@donnadinstman1016]

It was his choice to leave he made the band change

[@donnadinstman1016]

The band is a band and will forever be bon Jovi. The bottom line is every one of them is talented all the backup players David is amazing Tico is amazing Jon bon Jovi is amazing. To pull a band together with a man named David x and still have the unbelievable following speaks volumes and they all sing volumes. As I said before Richie chose to lose the band never showed up never called Miss 88 shows and could have ruined hundreds of Korea's of all the Roadies so as much as I love him and I miss seeing him he did this to the band the band did not do this to him. So let's get real here Richie sambora split without any explanation

[@donnamcpherson8526]

Did something happen

[@joycebunn6045]

@@helenellsworth4713 agree Got to forgive or you’re not Gods He said we had to forgive one another can’t hold a grudge and get to heaven

[@Dingleberry57]

Wow, just wow. The best version of this song I’ve heard xxx ❤️🙌🏼💃🏼🍷

[@bunnyhop65in2010]

I love how he walks up & tips his hat. Just before he starts the crowd goes wild, they love to hear him sing. I think TICO needs to have some credit, he has played those drums for years & I have never seen him mentioned. He plays his ...... off. Here's to you "TICO", awesome job.

[@tonyjackson7346]

he,s a cowboy the lads what make america great 👍

[@garciamadero8304]

U2 without the Edge ... simple ! 🤟🏽

[@pammie1774]

Same with David Bryan (keyboard).

[@americoboscan5449]

Mmm a

[@michaelhall7874]

See no

[@garywarren894]

Damn Richie is awesome. Totally the soul of the band. Here's hoping he comes back to the band for one more tour.

[@andersonsprairieviewfarm2552]

Well I hope Richie gets a huge Raise and the recognition he deserves, especially since he's been carrying john for decades.

[@elkeistern8042]

Ich glaube beide wussten was die aneinander hatten. Keiner kann den anderen ersetzen. Beide Künstler haben mich durch mein Leben begleitet. Ich liebe sie beide. Was sie geleistet haben ist unfassbar gut und überdauert. Sie sind bereits Legenden. Richis Auftritt war so emotional. Danke

[@karenveitch5181]

Like someone else already said only Richie can do this song justice. He plays that guitar like he's making love and that voice sends shivers up my spine love him to bits,thank god and the Angels to always keep him safe lots of love and love Xxxxxxxx and hugs from Karen in Glasgow Scotland x.

[@greyman003]

I saw Ritchie on his solo tour in what was probably 1998. Outstanding. This is another example of his enormous talent.