“LIVIN’ ON A PRAYER” by BON JOVI

“Livin’ on a Prayer”, is an iconic 1980s song that was recorded by American rock band, Bon Jovi. The lyrics within tell the story of a working-class couple, Tommy and Gina, who are facing financial hardships, but find strength in their love for one another.

Considered as the band’s signature hit, “Livin’ on a Prayer” topped fan-voted lists and continued re-charting around the world (many years after its original release). In January 2023, the song’s music video reached 1 billion views on YouTube, and is considered one of the greatest rock songs of all-time.

On this very day, March 2nd 1987, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. From the album, “Slippery When Wet”, here’s BON JOVI, with “LIVIN’ ON A PRAYER”…