Ballad of Youth
Richie Sambora
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Growing up today There's many mountains you must climb You're not the only one 'Cause everybody's on that line Hey mister know it all What do you recommend You think you know the answers But the questions never end Young hearts better hold on Beyond the innocence Your youth is gone So look in your mirror You got nothing to lose Don't waste your time away Thinkin' 'bout yesterday's blues Born outta passion To a world gone cold Ya wear it on your shoulders It's a heavy, heavy load I know Love and its emotions Come knocking at your door Young hearts will be broken And time's the only cure Young hearts better hold on Beyond the innocence Your youth is gone So look in your mirror You got nothing to lose Don't waste your time away Thinkin' 'bout yesterday's blues Temptation makes us fall from grace But the angels were sinners And the sinners saints Forgive yourself cause we're all the same Everybody rides on the karma train Young hearts Better hold on Beyond the innocence Your youth is gone Look in your mirror It'll tell you the truth Don't waste your time away Don't waste your life away, no, no Live today There's no time to lose Cause when tomorrow comes It's all just yesterday's news All just yesterday news
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Written by: MAROLDA, SAMBORA
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13 facts about this song
Release Information"Ballad of Youth" was released as the lead single from Richie Sambora's first solo album "Stranger in This Town" in 1991.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 63 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 59 in the UK Singles Chart.
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Album ContributionThe song served as an introduction to Richie Sambora's independent musical style, setting him apart from his work as the lead guitarist of Bon Jovi.
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Song-Writer CreditRichie Sambora was the sole composer and lyricist of "Ballad of Youth," showcasing his individual songwriting talents.
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Music VideoThe accompanying music video for the song features Richie Sambora performing the song on stage, interspersed with clips of young people expressing themselves through various forms of art.
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Musical StyleThe song combines elements of rock, blues, and soul, emphasizing Sambora's versatility as a musician and songwriter.
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Inspirational MessageThe song encourages young people to take control of their lives and to live each day to the fullest.
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CollaborationTico Torres, the drummer for Bon Jovi, provided the drums for the song.
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LegacyThe song remains one of Richie Sambora's most recognizable solo tracks, frequently played in his solo concerts and occasionally during Bon Jovi shows.
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Critical ReviewsUpon release, critics praised Sambora's vocal performance and the song's inspirational message, citing it as a standout track on the album.
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Pop Culture ReferenceThe song's title, "Ballad of Youth," was used as the name of Sambora's official website.
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Promotional TourAfter the release of the song and the album, Sambora embarked on a promo tour where he performed the song with other tracks from the album.
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Album Success"Stranger in This Town," the album featuring "Ballad of Youth," reached number 36 on the Billboard 200, demonstrating Sambora's commercial viability as a solo artist.
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