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Lay Your Hands on Me

Bon Jovi · 1989

11 min · 2 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · glam metal

Anthemic choruses and soaring guitar solos encapsulate the high-energy essence of late '80s rock.

Lay Your Hands on Me is a single by Bon Jovi, released in 1989. Anthemic choruses and soaring guitar solos encapsulate the high-energy essence of late '80s rock. 'Lay Your Hands on Me' reached No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing Bon Jovi's ability to blend hard rock with pop sensibilities. This track became a staple in their live performances and contributed significantly to the band's enduring legacy in the glam metal and hard rock scene of the late '80s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Lay Your Hands on Me sound like?

Anthemic choruses and soaring guitar solos encapsulate the high-energy essence of late '80s rock. Rooted in hard rock and pop rock.

What makes Lay Your Hands on Me by Bon Jovi notable?

'Lay Your Hands on Me' reached No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing Bon Jovi's ability to blend hard rock with pop sensibilities. This track became a staple in their live performances and contributed significantly to the band's enduring legacy in the glam metal and hard rock scene of the late '80s. Released as the lead single from their album 'New Jersey', 'Lay Your Hands on Me' marked Bon Jovi's ascension into rock superstardom following their breakthrough with 'Slippery When Wet'. By 1989, the band had established a formula of catchy hooks and arena-ready sound that solidified their commercial peak.

How many songs are on Lay Your Hands on Me?

Lay Your Hands on Me has 2 tracks, running approximately 11 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·11:03

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

  • 1 Lay Your Hands on Me Standout 5:58
  • 2 Runaway (live) Standout 5:05

Release Date

August 1, 1989

Genre

glam metal, hard rock, pop rock

More albums in glam metal

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

11 min 3 sec