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Greatest Hits

The ultimate collection of anthems that turned a New Jersey band into global rock royalty.

Released at the height of their global fame, Greatest Hits gathers the electrifying peak of Bon Jovi's early dominance. This compilation does more than look back; it delivers the band's signature anthems that defined an era of stadium rock and working-class heroism. The record bridges the gap between the band's gritty New Jersey origins and their status as international superstars. It bundles essential tracks from their most commercially successful period, guiding fans through songs that filled arenas worldwide while securing Jon Bon Jovi's spot as one of rock's most enduring frontmen.

Last updated 2026-09-29 from the source article.

Quick Facts

Artist
Bon Jovi
Released
October 29, 2010
Recorded
1983–2010
Genre
  • Rock
  • pop rock
  • hard rock
  • glam metal
  • heavy metal
Length
70:53
Label
Island

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Lore & Background

It represents the culmination of years spent honing their sound in small clubs and touring relentlessly across America before breaking through to the world stage. The collection is often viewed by fans as the sonic blueprint of the band's golden age, where every track tells a story of resilience, heartbreak, and the relentless pursuit of a better life. By gathering these tracks together, the album solidified the narrative arc of the band's rise from local legends to international icons. It captures the specific energy of the late 80s and early 90s rock scene, preserving the raw emotion and polished production that made their music resonate with millions of listeners across diverse cultures.

Reader's Guide

Released in 1994, this compilation arrived after a period of massive commercial success spanning several studio albums. It debuted at number one on major charts in multiple countries, demonstrating the band's enduring popularity even years after their breakthrough. The tracklist features iconic singles that became cultural touchstones, including songs about running away from small towns and living life to the fullest. These tracks were produced by a team known for crafting radio-friendly hard rock with melodic hooks that appealed to a broad audience. This album marked a pivotal moment in the band's evolution, serving as a capstone to their initial era of superstardom before they explored new musical territories. It remains one of the best-selling compilation albums in history.

Track listing

Disc 1

No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1Livin' on a PrayerJon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Desmond Child4:13
2You Give Love a Bad NameBon Jovi, Sambora, Child3:45
3It's My LifeBon Jovi, Sambora, Max Martin3:44
4Have a Nice DayBon Jovi, Sambora, John Shanks3:48
5Wanted Dead or AliveBon Jovi, Sambora5:11
6Bad MedicineBon Jovi, Sambora, Child5:16
7We Weren't Born to FollowBon Jovi, Sambora4:03
8I'll Be There for YouBon Jovi, Sambora5:46
9Born to Be My BabyBon Jovi, Sambora, Child4:40
10Blaze of Glory (Jon Bon Jovi solo)Bon Jovi5:40
11Who Says You Can't Go Home (country version with Jennifer Nettles)Bon Jovi, Sambora3:50
12Lay Your Hands on Me (radio edit)Bon Jovi, Sambora3:49
13AlwaysBon Jovi5:56
14RunawayBon Jovi, George Karak3:53
15What Do You Got?Bon Jovi, Sambora, Brett James3:47
16No ApologiesBon Jovi, Sambora3:44
Total length70:53

Disc 2 [Ultimate Collection only]

No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1In These ArmsBon Jovi, Sambora, David Bryan5:19
2Someday I'll Be Saturday NightBon Jovi, Sambora, Child4:39
3Lost HighwayBon Jovi, Sambora, Shanks4:04
4Keep the FaithBon Jovi, Sambora, Child5:46
5When We Were BeautifulBon Jovi, Sambora, Billy Falcon4:10
6Bed of RosesBon Jovi6:38
7This Ain't a Love SongBon Jovi, Sambora, Child5:06
8These DaysBon Jovi, Sambora6:27
9(You Want To) Make a MemoryBon Jovi, Sambora, Child4:36
10Blood on BloodBon Jovi, Sambora, Child6:16
11This Is Love, This Is LifeBon Jovi, Sambora, Shanks3:25
12The More Things ChangeBon Jovi, Sambora3:53
Total length60:19

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