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Cross Road

Bon Jovi · 1994

72 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · glam metal

Anthemic rock ballads intertwine with hard-hitting riffs and soaring choruses that define the essence of 90s arena rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • anthemic sing-alongs with friends
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • late-night drive empowerment
  • nostalgic reflections on youth

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking subtle background music
  • prefer instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1994, Bon Jovi was riding high on their mainstream success, having solidified their place in rock history with earlier hits. 'Cross Road' served as a greatest hits compilation, encapsulating their journey from their self-titled debut to the commercial peak achieved with albums like 'Slippery When Wet'. This release came after a brief hiatus and allowed the band to reconnect with fans while introducing new material.
Stylistic neighbors
Def Leppard· Aerosmith· Poison

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Livin’ on a Prayer 4:11
  • 2 Keep the Faith 5:44
  • 3 Someday I’ll Be Saturday Night 4:39
  • 4 Always 5:53
  • 5 Wanted Dead or Alive 5:07
  • 6 Lay Your Hands on Me 5:58
  • 7 You Give Love a Bad Name 3:44
  • 8 Bed of Roses 6:35
  • 9 Blaze of Glory 5:39
  • 10 Prayer ’94 5:17
  • 11 Bad Medicine 5:16
  • 12 I’ll Be There for You 5:41
  • 13 In & Out of Love 4:27
  • 14 Runaway 3:53

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