Known for their energetic guitar riffs and powerful melodies, American rock band Bon Jovi became well-known to music audiences in the late 1980s and has continued to remain successful into the 21st century. With 14 studio albums, five compilations and three live recordings to their name, the Sayreville, New Jersey-based group has sold more than 100 million records worldwide.
Throughout their many decades together, the band has amassed a massive list of hits, including 1986’s Slippery When Wet, 1988’s Bad Medicine and 1989’s I’ll Be There for You. They have also garnered a large number of awards and accolades, from platinum albums to induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
The band’s longevity and success are largely credited to the band members’ dedication to their craft. The band has stayed together through numerous lineup changes and a nearly three-year hiatus in which several of the members pursued other projects. The band has been able to maintain their popularity and remain relevant despite the changing times in popular music, and is still one of the most successful and longest-running bands of all time.
Bon Jovi has also remained successful over the years because of their dedicated fan base, the Jovi Ho. These fans, who number in the millions and are often referred to as the band’s “secret weapon,” have been with the band through thick and thin. They are incredibly loyal and often delirious at concerts, which leads to their wanton displays of their most recent Victoria Secret purchases and the occasional sexy dance with a random member of the audience.
During an interview with Stephen Colbert, Jon Bon Jovi explained that the key to his and the band’s longevity is their hard work ethic. He described himself as being “a bit of a perfectionist,” and said that he never settles for less than the best. He also credits his long marriage to his wife as another reason that the band has been able to stay together and thrive over the decades.
Considering how many great bands from the ’80s and ’90s faded away after achieving some success, it’s amazing that Bon Jovi has been able to stay together over the years. They’ve worked through countless lineup changes and the ups and downs of popular music, but they keep coming back stronger than ever with each album they release.
With a long list of hit songs, it’s clear that the band has something to offer everyone. So, whether you’re a Bon Jovi fan or not, be sure to check out the band’s latest album Crush and let them take your heart with their infectious beats!