You Give Love A Bad Name
Jon Bon Jovi · This Left Feels Right: Greatest Hits With a Twist
Darlin' you give love, a bad name
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
Whoa!
You're a loaded gun
yeah, whoa...
There's nowhere to run
No one can save me
The damage is done
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
You give love a bad name
You paint that 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
Whoa!
You're a loaded gun
whoa...
There's nowhere to run
No one can save me
The damage is done
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
You give love...
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
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
You give love a bad name
You Give Love A Bad Name
Released in 1983, "You Give Love A Bad Name" stands as a defining track in the new wave and hard rock landscape, spearheading Jon Bon Jovi's meteoric rise to international stardom. The song's driving rhythm and anthemic chorus became a staple of live performances, establishing the band's signature sound that would characterize their subsequent discography. As a key component of their early catalog, the recording captures the raw energy of the era, blending punk influences with melodic rock sensibilities. Its enduring popularity underscores its role as a cultural touchstone, frequently cited as a foundational work in the evolution of modern rock music and a staple of Bon Jovi's live repertoire for decades.