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Meet with a classic American rock band and it’s chords for beginners! Five fantastic Bon Jovi songs are waiting for you with lyrics and guitar chords: It’s my life; Always; Livin on a prayer; You give love a bad name and Wanted dead or alive. We encourage you to play these songs, they deserve not to be forgotten. Enjoy them, please hit the Like button and share out my easy guitar chords to the world! Thanks a lot!

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1. Bon Jovi - It's My Life chords
2. Bon Jovi - Always chords
3. Bon Jovi - Livin' On A Prayer chords
4. Bon Jovi - You Give Love A Bad Name chords
5. Bon Jovi - Wanted Dead Or Alive chords

Bon Jovi is an American hard rock group known for their string of famous hits throughout the 80s and 90s.  Band members: Jon Bon Jovi – lead vocals, guitar; Richie Sambora – guitar; Alec John Such – bass guitar; David Bryan – keyboard and Tico Torres – drums. Over the past 25 years, the band has sold over 120 million albums worldwide, 34 million of those sales being in the U.S. alone, making them one of the most successful modern groups of all time. Thus far, Bon Jovi has released 12 studio albums, plus two compilations and two live albums. Bon Jovi performed more than 2,700 concerts in over 50 countries for more than 34 million fans. Stay with my guitar chords, and take a look on: Chords for Beginners: Madonna.

Guitar chords for beginners: Bon Jovi

Chords for Beginners: Bon Jovi – It’s My Life

Pure Classic, fantastic  Bon Jovi song – It’s my life on the chords for beginners blog. You must play the following guitar chords: Am, F, C, G, Em and D major guitar chords. 

Guitar chords for beginners: "It's My Life" by Bon Jovi

Guitar chords: Am, F, C, G, Em and D major guitar chords
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Guitar chords and tabs for beginners: "It's My Life" by Bon Jovi - chord illustrations

Am                                  F               C    G

This ain't a song for the broken-hearted
Am                                 F                 C  G
No silent prayer for the faith-departed
Am                              F
I ain't gonna be just a face in the crowd
                        C
You're gonna hear my voice
               G

When I shout it out loud
             Am         F                     C
It's my life, it's now or never
                        G                 Am

I ain't gonna live forever
                         F                      C  G            Am

I just want to live while I'm alive (It's my life)
                                  F                       C

My heart is like an open highway
                                   G                     Am

Like Frankie said I did it my way
                       F                        C     G   Em  Am

I just wanna live while I'm alive - It's my life
Am  F  C  G…
This is for the ones who stood their ground
For Tommy and Gina who never backed down
Tomorrow's getting harder make no mistake
Luck ain't even lucky
Got to make your own breaks
Am  F  C  G…
It's my life, it's now or never
I ain't gonna live forever
I just want to live while I'm alive (It's my life)
My heart is like an open highway
Like Frankie said I did it my way
I just wanna live while I'm alive - It's my life
Am                                          F
Better stand tall when they're calling you out
           C                 G                 D

Don't bend, don't break, baby, don't back down
Am  F  C  G…
It's my life, it's now or never
I ain't gonna live forever
I just want to live while I'm alive (It's my life)
My heart is like an open highway
Like Frankie said I did it my way
I just wanna live while I'm alive - It's my life  (2x)

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Chords for Beginners: Bon Jovi – Always

Always - is the absolutely hit of Bon Jovi; you never get bored of this song. Guitar chords: Am, G, F, Em, Dm, C, A#, D# and Gm chords.

Guitar chords and tabs for beginners: "Always" by Bon Jovi

Guitar chords: Am, G, F, Em, Dm, C, A#, D# and G minor guitar chords
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Guitar chords and tabs for beginners: "Always" by Bon Jovi - chord illustrations

Am

This Romeo is bleeding
G

But you can't see his blood
F

It's nothing but some feelings
              Em                   F  G

That this old dog kicked u--p
Am  G  F  Em …
It's been raining since you left me
Now I'm drowning in the flood
You see I've always been a fighter
But without you I give u--p
Am  G  F  Em …
Now I can't sing a love song
Like the way it's meant to be
Well, I guess I'm not that good anymore
But, baby, that's just me--e
C                G                Dm  Am  G
And I will love you, baby,   always
         C                       G                 F    Am  G

And I'll be there forever and a day, always
C

I'll be there 'til the stars don't shine
               G

'Til the heavens burst and the words don't rhyme
                                  F

And I know when I die, you'll be on my mind
               G            F  G  Am

And I'll love you al---ways
Am  G  F  Em …
Now your pictures that you left behind
Are just memories of a different life
Some that made us laugh, some that made us cry
One that made you have to say goodbye
Am  G  F  Em …

What I'd give to run my fingers through your hair
To touch your lips, to hold you near
When you say your prayers, try to understand
I've made mistakes, I'm just a man
Am  G  F  Em …
When he holds you close, when he pulls you near
When he says the words you've been needing to hear
I'll wish I was him 'cause those words are mine
To say to you 'til the end of time
C                G                Dm  Am  G
And I will love you, baby,   always
         C                      G                 F    Am  G

And I'll be there forever and a day, always
A#                      D#        F      A#
If you told me to cry for you I could
                           D#       F       Gm

If you told me to die for you I would
             F               D#

Take a look at my face
                                       F

There's no price I won't pay
To say these words to you
F
Well, there ain't no luck in these loaded dice
         G

But, baby, if you give me just one more try
               F

We can pack up our old dreams and our old lives
          G                                F          G

We'll find a place where the sun still shines
C  G  Dm Am …
And I will love you, baby, always
And I'll be there forever and a day, always
I'll be there 'til the stars don't shine
'Til the heavens burst and the words don't rhyme
And I know when I die,
You'll be on my mind
And I'll love you, always …

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Chords for Beginners: Bon Jovi – Livin' On A Prayer

One of the songs that definite what rock is and should be. Livin on a prayer by Bon Jovi. Guitar chords in the song: Em, C, D, and G major guitar chords. You can play Cadd9 too instead of the C major chord. It’s more interesting that way.

Guitar chords for beginners: "Livin' On A Prayer" by Bon Jovi

Guitar chords: Em, C, D and G major guitar chords
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Guitar chords for beginners: "Livin' on a prayer" by Bon Jovi - chord illustrations

Intro:  Em  C  D  Em

Once upon a time not so long ago
Em
Tommy used to work on the docks
Em

Union's been on strike
He's down on his luck...
        C      D   Em

It's tough, so tough
Em  C  D  Em …
Gina works the diner all day
Working for her man,
She brings home her pay
For love, for love
Em                                 C    D                        Em
She says, "We've gotta hold on to what we've got.
       C                       D                                 Em

It doesn't make a difference if we make it or not.
         C               D                      Em

We've got each other and that's a lot.
        C              D

For love we'll give it a shot."
Em      C            D
Whoa,   we're half way there
G     C      D

Whoa, livin' on a prayer
Em             C                       D                         G

Take my hand and we'll make it - I swear
C              D                      Em

Whoa, livin' on a prayer
Em  C  D  Em …
Tommy's got his six string in hock
Now he's holding in
What he used to make it talk
So tough, it's tough
Em  C  D  Em …
Gina dreams of running away
When she cries in the night
Tommy whispers,
"Baby, it's okay, someday...
Em  C  D  Em …
...We've gotta hold on to what we've got.
It doesn't make a difference if we make it or not.
We've got each other and that's a lot.
For love we'll give it a shot."
Em  C  D  G  C …
Whoa, we're half way there
Whoa, livin' on a prayer
Take my hand and we'll make it - I swear
Whoa, livin' on a prayer
Livin' on a prayer
Em  C  D  Em …
We've gotta hold on ready or not
You live for the fight when it's all that you've got
Em  C  D  G  C …
Whoa, we're half way there
Whoa, livin' on a prayer
Take my hand and we'll make it - I swear
Whoa, livin' on a prayer    (2x)

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Playing Bon Jovi songs with guitar chords is an exhilarating experience that transcends mere musicality; it's a journey through the heart and soul of rock and roll. With their timeless melodies and electrifying energy, Bon Jovi's music has captivated audiences around the world for decades. From the anthemic chants of "Livin' on a Prayer" to the soul-stirring balladry of "Always" each song offers a unique opportunity for guitarists to immerse themselves in the magic of guitar chords.

At the heart of Bon Jovi's sound lies the power of chords — those fundamental building blocks that form the backbone of their music. As guitarists strum the chords to classics like "It's My Life" or "You Give Love a Bad Name" they're not just playing notes; they're tapping into the raw emotion and passion that define Bon Jovi's iconic sound. The chords become a canvas upon which guitarists paint their own musical journey, infusing each strum with the spirit of rock and roll rebellion.

Guitar chords for beginners: Bon Jovi

But playing Bon Jovi songs on guitar isn't just about mastering chords; it's about capturing the essence of the music and experiencing the rush that comes with rocking out to their hits. From the pulsating rhythm of "Wanted Dead or Alive" to the infectious groove of "Have a Nice Day," each song invites guitarists to join in the sonic celebration, unleashing their inner rock star with every riff and lick.

Chords: Bon Jovi – You Give Love A Bad Name

Bon Jovi – You give love a bad name, this song is absolutely amazing, guitar chords: Am, F, G, C, D and E major guitar chords. To match original key use a capo!

Chords for beginners: "You Give Love A Bad Name" by Bon Jovi

Guitar chords: Am, F, G, C, D and E major
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Chords for beginners: "You Give Love A Bad Name" by Bon Jovi - chord illustrations

Intro:  Am  F  G  Am      F  G  C  Am  (2x)

Shot through the heart
And you're to blame
Darling, you give love a bad name...
       Am
An angel's smile is what you sell
You promise me heaven, then put me through hell
Chains of love got a hold on me
When passion's a prison, you can't break free
D                                            Am
Oh, oh, you're a loaded gun (yeah)
G

Oh, oh, there's nowhere to run
D

No one can save me
             E

The damage is done
 Am                         F
Shot through the heart
          G             Am

And you're to blame
F               G        C     Am

You give love a bad name (bad name)
   Am          F

I play my part
                 G              Am

And you play your game
F               G        C     Am

You give love a bad name (bad name)
F               G        C     Am

You give love a bad name
F               G        C     Am

You give love a bad name
Am…
Paint your smile on your lips
Blood red nails on your fingertips
A school boy's dream, you act so shy
Your very first kiss was your first kiss goodbye
D  Am  G  D …
Oh, oh, you're a loaded gun
Oh, oh, there's nowhere to run
No one can save me
The damage is done
Am  F  G  Am …
Shot through the heart
And you're to blame
You give love a bad name (bad name)
I play my part
And you play your game
You give love a bad name (bad name)
You give love... ah! Oh!
Am  F  G  Am …
Shot through the heart
And you're to blame
You give love a bad name
I play my part
And you play your game
You give love a bad name (bad name)
Am  F  G  Am …
Shot through the heart
And you're to blame
You give love a bad name (bad name)
I play my part
And you play your game
You give love a bad name (bad name)
(Whoa) You give love
(Whoa) You give love (bad name)   (4x)

Chords: Bon Jovi – Wanted Dead Or Alive

Bon Jovi – Wanted dead or alive; guitar chords: D, Cadd9, G and F major chords. If you  find the Cadd9 chord too hard to play, replace it with a simple C major guitar chord! Stay with the Chords for Beginners for more great melodies!

Chords for beginners: "Wanted Dead Or Alive" by Bon Jovi

Guitar chords: D, Cadd9, G and F major chords
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Guitar chords for beginners: "Wanted Dead Or Alive" by Bon Jovi - chord illustrations

D                       Cadd9                       G

It's all the same, only the names will change
Cadd9     G                        F          D

Every day it seems we're wasting away
D                    Cadd9                           G

Another place where the faces are so cold
Cadd9          G               F             D

I'd drive all night just to get back home
Cadd9         G             F                  D

I'm a cowboy, on a steel horse I ride
Cadd9        G   F           D

I'm wanted   dead or alive
Cadd9   G   F           D

Wanted    dead or alive
D  Cadd9  G  Cadd9 …
Sometimes I sleep, sometimes it's not for days
And the people I meet always go their separate ways
Sometimes you tell the day
By the bottle that you drink
And times when you're alone all you do is think
Cadd9  G  F  D …
I'm a cowboy, on a steel horse I ride
I'm wanted dead or alive
Wanted dead or alive    (2x)
D  Cadd9  G  Cadd9 …
And I walk these streets, a loaded six string on my back
I play for keeps, 'cause I might not make it back
I've been everywhere, and still I'm standing tall
I've seen a million faces and I've rocked them all
Cadd9  G  F  D …
'Cause I'm a cowboy, on a steel horse I ride
I'm wanted dead or alive
'Cause I'm a cowboy, I got the night on my side
I'm wanted dead or alive
And I ride dead or alive
I still drive, dead or alive
Dead or alive     (4x)

 

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