Bon Jovi Sayings, the rock legends from Sayreville, New Jersey, have been electrifying fans since 1983 under Jon Bon Jovi’s dynamic leadership. Known for anthems like “Livin’ on a Prayer” and “It’s My Life,” their music and Jon’s words deliver memorable sayings that capture love, resilience, and the rock ‘n’ roll spirit.
These 15 sayings—sourced from songs and Jon Bon Jovi’s interviews—are bold, iconic, and perfect for encapsulating the band’s enduring vibe.
15 Bon Jovi Sayings
- “It’s my life, it’s now or never.” (Song, “It’s My Life,” 2000)
- “Success is falling nine times and getting up ten.” (Interview, Jon Bon Jovi, Forbes, 2013)
- “Livin’ on a prayer.” (Song, “Livin’ on a Prayer,” 1986)
- “You give love a bad name.” (Song, “You Give Love a Bad Name,” 1986)
- “Keep the faith.” (Song, “Keep the Faith,” 1992)
- “I’ll be there for you.” (Song, “I’ll Be There for You,” 1988)
- “You can’t win until you’re not afraid to lose.” (Interview, Jon Bon Jovi, AZquotes.com, n.d.)
- “I’m a cowboy, on a steel horse I ride.” (Song, “Wanted Dead or Alive,” 1986)
- “Take my hand, we’ll make it, I swear.” (Song, “Livin’ on a Prayer,” 1986)
- “We weren’t born to follow.” (Song, “We Weren’t Born to Follow,” 2009)
- “The road is long, but the journey’s worth it.” (Interview, Jon Bon Jovi, CBS Sunday Morning, 2017)
- “No regrets, they don’t work.” (Song, “These Days,” 1995)
- “Bad medicine is what I need.” (Song, “Bad Medicine,” 1988)
- “Fear’s my motivation.” (Interview, Jon Bon Jovi, Rolling Stone, 2007)
- “I’ve seen a million faces, and I’ve rocked them all.” (Song, “Wanted Dead or Alive,” 1986)
Bon Jovi’s sayings are a rallying cry for living boldly and loving fiercely. Which one’s your anthem? Drop it in the comments and keep the rock ‘n’ roll fire burning!
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