Lost Highway

Bon Jovi

About Lost Highway

"Lost Highway" is a song by American rock band Bon Jovi. Written by Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora and John Shanks, it is the first track on the album of the same name and was released in September 2007 as the album's second single. The song peaked at number 15 on the Billboard Adult Top 40 chart.


Year:
2007
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Hey, hey
Hey, hey

In my rearview mirror
My life is getting clearer
The sunset sighs and slowly disappears
These trinkets once were treasure
Life changes like the weather
You grow up, grow old, or you hit the road 'round here
So I drive (Drive, drive)
Watching white lines passing by
With my plastic dashboard Jesus
Waiting there to greet us

Hey, hey
I finally found my way
Said goodbye to yesterday
Hit the gas, there ain't no brakes on this lost highway
Yeah, I'm busting loose, I'm lettin' go
Out on this open road
It's independence day on this lost highway
Hey, hey
Hey, hey

Don't know where I'm going
But I know where I've been
I'm afraid of going back again
So I drive (Drive, drive)
Years and miles are flying by
And waiting there to greet us
Is my plastic dashboard Jesus

Hey, hey
I finally found my way
Said goodbye to yesterday
Hit the gas, there ain't no brakes on this lost highway
Yeah, I'm busting loose, I'm lettin' go
Out on this open road
It's independence day on this lost highway
Hey, hey
Hey, hey

Oh patron saint of lonely souls
Tell this boy which way to go
Guide the car, you've got the keys
Farewell to mediocrity
Kicking off the cruise control
And turning up the radio
Got just enough religion
And a half a tank of gas
Come on
Let's go

I finally found my way
Said goodbye to yesterday
Hit the gas, there ain't no brakes on this lost highway
I'm busting loose, I'm lettin' go
When I'm out on this open road
It's independence day on this lost highway
Hey hey
Hey hey
Hey hey
On this lost highway

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Bon Jovi

Bon Jovi is an American rock band from Sayreville, New Jersey. Formed in 1983, Bon Jovi consists of lead singer and namesake Jon Bon Jovi (John Francis Bongiovi, Jr.), guitarist Richie Sambora, keyboardist David Bryan, drummer Tico Torres, and bassist Alec John Such. The band's lineup has remained mostly static during their history, the exceptions being Alec John Such in 1994, and Richie Sambora in 2013. The band is credited with bridging the gap between heavy metal and pop with style and ease. more »

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Written by: RICHARD SAMBORA, JOHN SHANKS, JON BON JOVI

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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13 facts about this song

Album Name
"Lost Highway" is the title track of Bon Jovi's tenth studio album, released in 2007.
Key Inspiration
The album was reportedly inspired by the band's love for country music.
Album Genre
It is a fusion of rock and country, making it a significant departure from Bon Jovi's traditional rock sound.
Performance on Charts
The song did particularly well in the Belgian Ultrapop charts, reaching 3rd place in 2007.
Grammy Nomination
The album "Lost Highway" was nominated for Best Pop Vocal Album at the 2008 Grammy Awards.
Album Sales
The album debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard 200 charts, selling over 291,000 copies in its first week.
Critical Reception
The title track and album have received significantly mixed reviews from music critics, with some praising the experimentation by Bon Jovi and others questioning their deviation from their traditional sound.
Music Video
The music video for "Lost Highway" was recorded live from a concert played at the Cannery Ballroom in Nashville.
Tour Success
The Lost Highway Tour was one of the highest-grossing tours of 2008, with the band performing more than 90 shows around the world.
Crossover Success
The album "Lost Highway" is credited with helping Bon Jovi branch out beyond their hard rock roots, appealing to country music fans and helping to expand their fan base.
Unique Recording
It was recorded in Nashville, making it the first album by Bon Jovi to be recorded outside of their home state of New Jersey.
Influence on Future Work
The success of "Lost Highway" paved the way for more country influence in Bon Jovi’s later albums, including "The Circle" and "What About Now".
Songwriting
Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora, the band’s primary songwriters, collaborated with Nashville-based writers for several songs on this album, including "Lost Highway."

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