Livin’ on a Prayer Lyrics Bon Jovi

“Livin’ on a Prayer” is a song by the American rock band Bon Jovi, which was released in late 1986 as the band’s second single from their third album, “Slippery When Wet.” Written by Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, and Desmond Child, the song tells the story of Tommy and Gina, a working-class couple who struggle to make ends meet and maintain their relationship amidst life’s hardships. The song’s narrative captures the spirit of resilience and the power of holding on to each other and their dreams, even when the odds are stacked against them. It’s infectious hook, “Woah, we’re halfway there / Woah, livin’ on a prayer,” became a rallying cry for those fighting through tough times, ensuring the song’s enduring popularity and anthemic status.

Lyrics

Once upon a time, not so long ago

Tommy used to work on the docks, union’s been on strike
He’s down on his luck, it’s tough, so tough
Gina works the diner all day, working for her man
She brings home her pay, for love, mmm, for love

She says, “We’ve gotta hold on to what we’ve got
It doesn’t make a difference if we make it or not
We’ve got each other and that’s a lot for love
We’ll give it a shot”

Whoa, we’re half way there
Whoa oh, livin’ on a prayer
Take my hand, we’ll make it, I swear
Whoa oh, livin’ on a prayer

Tommy’s got his six string in hock, now he’s holding in
When he used to make it talk so tough, ooh, it’s tough
Gina dreams of running away
When she cries in the night, Tommy whispers
“Baby, it’s okay, someday”

We’ve gotta hold on to what we’ve got
It doesn’t make a difference if we make it or not
We’ve got each other and that’s a lot for love
We’ll give it a shot

Whoa, we’re half way there
Whoa oh, livin’ on a prayer
Take my hand, we’ll make it I swear
Whoa oh, livin’ on a prayer
Livin’ on a prayer

Oh, we’ve gotta hold on, ready or not
You live for the fight when that’s all that you’ve got

Whoa, we’re half way there
Whoa oh, livin’ on a prayer
Take my hand and we’ll make it, I swear
Whoa oh, livin’ on a prayer

Whoa, we’re half way there
Whoa oh, livin’ on a prayer
Take my hand and we’ll make it, I swear
Whoa oh, livin’ on a prayer

Whoa, we’re half way there
Whoa oh, livin’ on a prayer
Take my hand and we’ll make it, I swear
Whoa oh

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