Silent Night

Bon Jovi

About Silent Night

"Silent Night" is a single and power ballad by American rock band Bon Jovi. It is taken from their second album, 7800° Fahrenheit. It was the album's final single, debuting on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart Christmas week 1985 and hitting its peak of #24 a month later. The ballad was the glam metal album's most successful entry at rock radio, although it did not make the pop chart.


Year:
1985
5:07
23 
#1

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After the smoke clears
When it's down to you and I
When the sun appears
And there's nothing left but good-byes
We'll just turn and walk away
How could we let it end like this
Just turn and walk away
Should we seal it with a kiss

It's too late
Now you're out and on the run
It's too late
Held up in love without a gun

[Chorus:]
Silent night
We hold up our candle light
Silent night
The night our love died
No words to say
And we're both too tired to fight
Just hold me close and don't let go

It was all so simple when
You were to be queen and I'd be your king
I guess those dreams got lost
Cause baby you're still you and I'm still me
Now letting go
It's always the hardest part to fight
When we both know
We're just two more victims of the night

It's too late
Too late to wonder why
Much too late
To save a love that's died.

[Chorus]

Just hold me close and don't let me go

After the smoke cleared
It was down to you and I
When the sun appeared
There was nothing left but good-byes
Silent night

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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: Franz Xaver Gruber, Joseph Mohr

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10 facts about this song

Song Release Timeframe
The song "Silent Night" by Bon Jovi was released in 1985.
Album Information
"Silent Night" was one of the tracks on the band's second studio album, '7800° Fahrenheit.'
Song Writing Credits
The band's lead singer, Jon Bon Jovi and keyboardist David Bryan wrote this song together.
Song Theme
This track is a power ballad, exploring themes of heartbreak and separation, striking a contrast from the band's often upbeat rock anthems.
Chart Performance
"Silent Night" did not chart as highly as the band's other singles. Despite this, it became a fan favorite.
Music Video
The music video for "Silent Night" was filmed in black and white, adding to the song’s moody atmosphere.
Lyrics Misunderstanding
The song has no relation to the popular Christmas carol of the same name, despite often being mistaken for it due to its title.
Live Performances
Over the years, the song has been part of the band's live concert setlists occasionally.
Stylistic Shift
"Silent Night" represents a transition in Bon Jovi's music to more mature themes and heavy rock sounds, which would become evident in their future albums.
Fan Reaction
Despite its softer, emotional tone compared to Bon Jovi's other tracks, "Silent Night" remains a beloved classic among fans.

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