Blaze Of Glory
Jon Bon Jovi · Crossroads
And I raise my weary head
I've got an old coat for a pillow
And the earth was last night's bed
I don't know where I'm going
Only God knows where I've been
I'm a devil on the run
A six gun lover
A candle in the wind
When you're brought into this world
They say you're born in sin
Well at least they gave me something
I didn't have to steal or have to win
Well they tell me that I'm wanted
Yeah, I'm a wanted man
I'm colt in your stable
I'm what Cain was to Abel
Mister catch me if you can
I'm going down in a blaze of glory
Take me now but know the truth
I'm going out in a blaze of glory
Lord I never drew first
But I drew first blood
I'm no one's son
Call me young gun
You ask about my conscience
And I offer you my soul
You ask If I'll grow to be a wise man
Well I ask if I'll grow old
You ask me if I've known love
And what it's like to sing songs in the rain
Well, I've seen love come
And I've seen it shot down
I've seen it die in vain
Shot down in a blaze of glory
Take me now but know the truth
'Cause I'm going down in a blaze of glory
Lord I never drew first
But I drew first blood
I'm the devil's son
Call me young gun
Solo
Each night I go to bed
I pray the Lord my soul to keep
No I ain't looking for forgiveness
But before I'm six foot deep
Lord,I got to ask a favor
And I'll hope you'll understand
'Cause I've lived life to the fullest
Let the boy die like a man
Staring down the bullet
Let me make my final stand
Shot down in a blaze of glory
Take me now but know the truth
I'm going out in a blaze of glory
Lord I never drew first
But I drew first blood
I'm no one's son
Call me young gun
I'm a young gun
Blaze Of Glory
Jon Bon Jovi's 'Blaze Of Glory' stands as a defining anthem of the mid-1980s rock era, captured on the 1989 album 'Crossroads'. The track exemplifies the band's signature blend of hard rock and pop sensibilities, characterized by driving guitar riffs, a soaring chorus, and Bon Jovi's emotive vocal delivery. Released during a period of significant commercial success, the song became a staple of rock radio and live performances, cementing the band's status as a global powerhouse. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to capture the spirit of youth and rebellion, making it a timeless recording that continues to resonate with audiences across generations. The composition reflects the broader trends of the late 80s, where anthemic rock songs dominated the charts and defined the decade's musical landscape.
