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Wanted Dead or Alive
Bon Jovi
1986

An absolute BANGER. Man is this song so good. Look, everyone knows Livin’ On a Prayer and it’s the arena rock song of choice, but this right here is the better song and Jon’s best (and I do love Livin’ On a Prayer, let me just be clear.)

The guitar picking intro on this one is superb. Richie’s backing vocals are superb. And Jon’s vocals? Um, simply incredible. Do not try and sing this at karaoke, you and everyone else will be massively disappointed. But DO turn this song up full blast and drive on the open road. Just a joyful experience. They don’t make em like this anymore!

Other Songs Considered:
Livin’ On a Prayer