About the song
Bon Jovi’s “Bed of Roses” is more than just a song; it’s a poignant reflection on love, loss, and the bittersweet nature of human connection. Released in 1993, the song marked a departure from the band’s earlier, glam metal sound, showcasing a more mature and introspective side.
Born out of a hangover-induced bout of introspection, Jon Bon Jovi penned the lyrics with a raw honesty that resonated with audiences worldwide. The song’s stripped-down arrangement, featuring drawn-out guitar riffs and soft piano playing, provided the perfect backdrop for Bon Jovi’s emotive vocals. His voice, filled with both pain and longing, conveyed the depth of the emotions expressed in the lyrics.
“Bed of Roses” is a power ballad in the truest sense, a genre that often explores themes of love, loss, and heartbreak. The song’s success can be attributed to its ability to strike a chord with listeners of all ages. Its universal message of love and longing has made it a timeless classic, ensuring its place in the annals of rock music history.
Beyond its musical merits, “Bed of Roses” also boasts a compelling music video. Directed by Wayne Isham, the video features a mix of live performance footage and poignant imagery. The juxtaposition of Jon Bon Jovi’s solitary reflections with the band’s energetic live performances creates a powerful and evocative visual experience.
In conclusion, “Bed of Roses” is a testament to Bon Jovi’s enduring talent and the power of music to connect with audiences on a deep emotional level. Its poignant lyrics, haunting melody, and evocative music video have cemented its status as one of the band’s most beloved songs.
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Lyrics
Sitting here wasted and wounded
With this old piano
Trying hard to capture
The moment this morning I don’t know
‘Cause a bottle of vodka
Still lodged in my head
And some blonde gave me nightmares
Think that she’s still in my bed
As I dream about movies
They won’t make of me when I’m dead
With an ironclad fist
I wake up and French kiss the morning
While some marching band keeps
Its own beat in my head
While we’re talking
About all of the things that I long to believe
About love the truth and what you mean to me
And the truth is, baby you’re all that I need
I wanna lay you down in a bed of roses
For tonight I sleep on a bed of nails
Oh, I wanna be just as close as the Holy Ghost is
And lay you down on a bed of roses
Well I’m so far away
Step that I takes on my way home
A king’s ransom in dimes I give each night
To see through this payphone
Still I run out of time
Or it’s hard to get through
‘Til’ the bird on the wire flies me back to you
I’ll just close my eyes and whisper
Baby blind love is true
I wanna lay you down in a bed of roses
For tonight I sleep on a bed of nails
Oh, I wanna be just as close as the Holy Ghost is
And lay you down on a bed of roses
Well, this hotel bar’s hangover whiskey’s gone dry
The barkeeper’s wig’s crooked
And she’s giving me the eye
I might have said yeah
But I laughed so hard I think I died, ooh yeah
Now as you close your eyes
Know I’ll be thinking about you
While my mistress she calls me
To stand in her spotlight again
Tonight I won’t be alone
But you know that don’t mean I’m not lonely
I’ve got nothing to prove
For it’s you that I’d die to defend
I wanna lay you down in a bed of roses
For tonight I sleep on a bed of nails
Oh, I wanna be just as close as the Holy Ghost is
And lay you down
I wanna lay you down in a bed of roses
For tonight I sleep on a bed of nails
I wanna be just as close as the Holy Ghost is
And lay you down
On a bed of roses