Bon Jovi - Greatest Hits (Compilation) (2010)

Bon Jovi - Greatest Hits (Compilation) (2010)

Bon Jovi – Greatest Hits (2010)

Release Date: March 2, 2010
Label: Island / Mercury
Type: Compilation / Greatest Hits
Genre: Rock / Hard Rock / Pop Rock
Length: 79:55
Producers: Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Luke Ebbin, Desmond Child, Bob Rock, John Shanks, and others

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Overview

Greatest Hits is a comprehensive compilation album celebrating Bon Jovi’s over 25-year career, featuring both classic hits and newer tracks. It includes 17 iconic singles, such as “Livin’ on a Prayer,” “It’s My Life,” and “Wanted Dead or Alive,” alongside two brand-new songs: “What Do You Got?” and “No Apologies.”

The album serves as a career-spanning retrospective, capturing Bon Jovi’s evolution from 1980s arena rock to 2000s contemporary rock, making it accessible to longtime fans and new listeners alike.

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Tracklist

1. Livin’ on a Prayer – 4:10

2. You Give Love a Bad Name – 3:43

3. Wanted Dead or Alive – 5:10

4. It’s My Life – 3:44

5. Bed of Roses – 6:34

6. Always – 5:54

7. Bad Medicine – 4:00

8. Runaway – 3:52

9. Keep the Faith – 5:21

10. Born to Be My Baby – 4:40

11. Someday I’ll Be Saturday Night – 4:33

12. Blaze of Glory – 5:42

13. Who Says You Can’t Go Home – 3:30

14. Everyday – 4:01

15. Have a Nice Day – 3:48

16. What Do You Got? (New Track) – 4:22

17. No Apologies (New Track) – 4:33

Special Editions / Bonus Tracks:

• Japanese Edition includes “Love’s the Only Rule” and live versions of hits.

• Deluxe versions may feature a bonus DVD with music videos and behind-the-scenes footage.

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Fun Facts & Trivia

• Career Spanning: The album includes songs from 1984’s Bon Jovi debut to 2005’s Have a Nice Day, covering more than 25 years of hits.

• New Tracks: “What Do You Got?” and “No Apologies” were recorded specifically for this compilation, offering fresh material for longtime fans.

• Did You Know? “Who Says You Can’t Go Home,” originally a country duet with Jennifer Nettles, is included in its solo Bon Jovi version on the album.

• Chart Performance: Greatest Hits debuted at #5 on the US Billboard 200, proving the band’s lasting commercial appeal.

• Tour Tie-In: The Greatest Hits Tour (2010) accompanied the release, featuring a mix of classic hits and newer tracks, spanning North America, Europe, and Asia.

• Global Appeal: The compilation topped charts in multiple countries, including Japan, Germany, and Australia, cementing Bon Jovi’s international fanbase.

• Production Highlights: Tracks feature production from multiple eras, reflecting the evolution of Bon Jovi’s sound and different collaborators, from Desmond Child to John Shanks.

• Visual Retrospective: Many special editions include a DVD showcasing iconic music videos, giving a visual journey through Bon Jovi’s career.

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Album Credits

Bon Jovi:

• Jon Bon Jovi: Lead vocals, acoustic guitar

• Richie Sambora: Guitar, backing vocals, talk box

• David Bryan: Keyboards, backing vocals

• Tico Torres: Drums, percussion

• Hugh McDonald / Alec John Such: Bass (depending on era)

Producers (selected tracks):

• Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Luke Ebbin, Desmond Child, Bob Rock, John Shanks

Additional Personnel:

• Various session musicians contributed across eras, including keyboards, backing vocals, and programming for later tracks.

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Mini Review 

Greatest Hits is the ultimate Bon Jovi retrospective, compiling their biggest anthems, ballads, and chart-toppers across more than two decades. Iconic tracks like “Livin’ on a Prayer” and “It’s My Life” sit alongside newer songs such as “What Do You Got?” to show both longevity and evolution. With polished production and timeless melodies, the album is a perfect entry point for new listeners and a nostalgic journey for devoted fans.

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