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Keep the Faith

Bon Jovi · 1992

119 min · 21 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · glam metal

Anthemic choruses and soaring guitar riffs blend with reflective lyrics, capturing the spirit of early '90s rock.

Why this album works

Best for
long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys reflective late-night moods
Context
Released on November 1, 1992, 'Keep the Faith' marked Bon Jovi's first album after a brief hiatus following their commercial peak with 'New Jersey'. The band sought to reinvent their sound amidst changing music trends, incorporating more mature themes and a grittier production style. This album was pivotal in maintaining their relevance during the rise of alternative rock.
If you like
hard rock, pop rock, glam metal

Keep the Faith is an album by Bon Jovi, released in 1992. Anthemic choruses and soaring guitar riffs blend with reflective lyrics, capturing the spirit of early '90s rock. 'Keep the Faith' debuted at number five on the Billboard 200 and produced multiple hit singles, including 'Bed of Roses' and 'I'll Sleep When I'm Dead'. It received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and musical evolution, helping to solidify Bon Jovi's place in rock history despite emerging competition from grunge and alternative bands. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Keep the Faith sound like?

Anthemic choruses and soaring guitar riffs blend with reflective lyrics, capturing the spirit of early '90s rock. Rooted in hard rock and pop rock.

What makes Keep the Faith by Bon Jovi notable?

'Keep the Faith' debuted at number five on the Billboard 200 and produced multiple hit singles, including 'Bed of Roses' and 'I'll Sleep When I'm Dead'. It received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and musical evolution, helping to solidify Bon Jovi's place in rock history despite emerging competition from grunge and alternative bands. Released on November 1, 1992, 'Keep the Faith' marked Bon Jovi's first album after a brief hiatus following their commercial peak with 'New Jersey'. The band sought to reinvent their sound amidst changing music trends, incorporating more mature themes and a grittier production style. This album was pivotal in maintaining their relevance during the rise of alternative rock.

Who is Keep the Faith for?

Keep the Faith works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and reflective late-night moods.

How many songs are on Keep the Faith?

Keep the Faith has 21 tracks, running approximately 119 minutes.

Tracklist

21 tracks·119:29

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

Disc 1

  • 1 I Believe 5:48
  • 2 Keep the Faith Standout 5:46
  • 3 I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead 4:43
  • 4 In These Arms 5:19
  • 5 Bed of Roses Standout 6:34
  • 6 If I Was Your Mother 4:27
  • 7 Dry County Standout 9:51
  • 8 Woman in Love 3:48
  • 9 Fear 3:06
  • 10 I Want You 5:36
  • 11 Blame It on the Love of Rock & Roll 4:24
  • 12 Little Bit of Soul 5:45
  • 13 Save a Prayer 5:57

Disc 2

  • 1 Keep the Faith Standout 6:34
  • 2 In These Arms 5:59
  • 3 Blaze of Glory 5:43
  • 4 I’ll Be There for You 6:20
  • 5 Lay Your Hands on Me 5:22
  • 6 Bad Medicine 8:26
  • 7 Bed of Roses (acoustic) 4:23
  • 8 Never Say Goodbye (acoustic) 5:29

Release Date

November 1, 1992

Genre

glam metal, hard rock, pop rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

119 min 29 sec