Shot Through The Heart
Bon Jovi · Bon Jovi [1984]
After all those little games you put me through
After all you've done for you you're lying
Wouldn't it be nice to tell the truth
Didn't somebody somewhere say
You're heading for a fall
I gave you everything
Now here's the curtain call
Shot through the heart as I lay there alone
In the dark through the heart
It's all part of this game that we call love
Now you've come back here to say you're sorry
But I don't know who you're talking to
It could be the man I used to be, girl
But I've grown up and now I'm over you
Standing there just a livewire
With nowhere left to turn
You were gonna set the world on fire
When will you ever learn?
Shot through the heart as I lay there alone
In the dark through the heart
It's all part of this game that we call love
Didn't somebody somewhere say
You're heading for a fall
I gave you everything
Now here's the curtain call
And I'm shot...
Baby does what baby please
And baby must have what she sees
But not this time, the tables turned
Baby, you just got burned
Shot through the heart as I lay there alone
In the dark through the heart
It's all part of this game that we call love
Shot Through The Heart
Shot Through The Heart stands as a defining track from Bon Jovi's self-titled 1984 debut album, marking the band's early emergence in the hard rock landscape. The recording captures the group's signature blend of melodic hooks and driving rhythms that would later propel them to global stardom. As part of their initial body of work, the song showcases the raw energy and emotional intensity characteristic of the era, establishing a foundation for their expansive discography. This track remains a testament to the band's ability to craft enduring anthems that resonate with audiences across generations, reflecting the polished yet gritty sound that defined their early career before their massive commercial breakthrough.