Bon Jovi – Bounce (2002)
Release Date: October 8, 2002
Label: Island / Mercury
Producer: Luke Ebbin, Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora
Genre: Hard Rock / Pop Rock
Length: 51:54
Tracklist:
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Undivided – 4:51
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Everyday – 4:01
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All About Lovin’ You – 4:12
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Bounce – 4:51
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Open All Night – 3:55
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Misunderstood – 4:26
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Hook Me Up – 4:03
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Right Side of Wrong – 4:44
9.Joey – 4:54 -
You Had Me from Hello – 4:14
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Devil’s Got a New Disguise – 5:43
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Every Word Was a Piece of My Heart (Bonus Track) – 3:42
Overview
Bounce is Bon Jovi’s ninth studio album, released shortly after the band’s massive success in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The album carries a more reflective and mature tone, inspired in part by the September 11 attacks in 2001. Songs like “Everyday” and the title track “Bounce” reflect themes of resilience, unity, and hope. Musically, the album blends anthemic hard rock, pop rock, and introspective ballads, continuing the modernized sound introduced in Crush while deepening the band’s lyrical depth.
Produced by Luke Ebbin, Jon Bon Jovi, and Richie Sambora, Bounce also demonstrates the band’s willingness to tackle socially conscious themes while delivering the arena-ready choruses fans expect.
Fun Facts & Trivia
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Post-9/11 Inspiration: The album’s themes of perseverance and resilience were heavily influenced by the aftermath of the September 11 attacks in 2001.
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Hit Single: “Everyday” became an anthem for hope and community, reaching the Top 40 in multiple countries.
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Did You Know? The track “Joey” is a tribute to Jon Bon Jovi’s friend who passed away, reflecting the album’s more personal themes.
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Title Track: “Bounce” conveys a message of emotional recovery and moving forward despite hardships.
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Chart Performance: The album debuted at #2 on the Billboard 200, reaffirming Bon Jovi’s continued relevance in the early 2000s rock scene.
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Music Video: The “Everyday” video features fans from around the world, emphasizing connection and shared experiences.
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Tour Tie-in: The Bounce Tour (2002–2003) included stadiums and arenas across North America, Europe, and Asia, with setlists heavy on both Bounce tracks and classic hits.
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Production Style: Luke Ebbin’s polished production gave the album a contemporary edge while maintaining Bon Jovi’s signature arena-rock sound.
Album Credits
Bon Jovi:
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Jon Bon Jovi: Lead vocals, acoustic guitar
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Richie Sambora: Guitar, backing vocals, talk box
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David Bryan: Keyboards, backing vocals
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Hugh McDonald: Bass guitar, backing vocals
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Tico Torres: Drums, percussion
Production Team:
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Producers: Luke Ebbin, Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora
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Engineers: Obie O’Brien, Luke Ebbin
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Mixing: Bob Clearmountain
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Mastering: George Marino
Mini Review
Bounce captures Bon Jovi in a reflective, post-9/11 era, blending arena-ready rockers with introspective ballads. Tracks like “Everyday” and “Bounce” deliver uplifting messages of hope and resilience, while songs such as “Joey” and “Misunderstood” reveal a more personal side of the band. Polished production and melodic hooks make the album accessible, showing Bon Jovi’s ability to evolve musically while maintaining the signature energy that has defined their career.
