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Slippery When Wet
1986 4:09
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Livin' on a Prayer

"Livin' on a Prayer" by Bon Jovi is a defining hard rock track from their third studio album, Slippery When Wet, released in late 1986. Written by Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, and Desmond Child, it reached No. 1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 and the Mainstream Rock chart. For electric guitarists, it offers a compelling mix of clean arpeggiated passages, crunchy rhythm work, and Sambora's iconic talk-box lead tone that makes it a rewarding and recognizable song to learn.

  • Richie Sambora's famous talk-box guitar effect on the intro gives the song its instantly recognizable sound and is a great technique to explore.
  • The song was co-written by Desmond Child, a professional songwriter who contributed to many major rock hits of the 1980s.
  • At just over four minutes long, the track balances verse rhythm guitar work with a driving chorus, making it practical for practicing song structure.
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