Bon Jovi

Bon Jovi - Livin’ On A Prayer Live Performance at Live 8, Philadelphia

Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

• In July 2005, Bon Jovi was riding high on the success of their album "Have a Nice Day," which was released in September 2005, just a few months after ... Read Full Description >

  In July 2005, Bon Jovi was riding high on the success of their album "Have a Nice Day," which was released in September 2005, just a few months after their performance at Live 8. They were celebrating a resurgence in their career, propelled by the album's lead single, which conveyed a message of optimism and resilience, aligning perfectly with the live performance's context focused on philanthropy and global awareness. Bon Jovi's participation in Live 8 was particularly significant as it showcased their dedication not just to music but also to social issues, helping to raise awareness and funds for combating poverty. This event was monumental, reaching an audience of approximately 2 billion people worldwide, further solidifying Bon Jovi's position as not just a commercial powerhouse, but also a band willing to leverage their platform for greater causes.