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Who sang Wanted Dead Or Alive?

Bon Jovi released the song Wanted Dead Or Alive. Date of release: 1986.

Release date: 1986

Duration: 05:9

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The protagonist is a cowboy who rides a steel horse and is on a journey. He meets different people, plays guitar and travels a lot, but he always tries to get home. He knows that the places and people he meets change, but he always stands tall and keeps moving. He is wanted, dead or alive, and he is determined to keep riding and looking for his home.

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Bon Jovi - Short Biography

Bon Jovi is an American rock band formed in 1983 by Jon Bon Jovi. With their multi-platinum albums, world tours and timeless anthems, the band has established itself as one of the world's greatest rock bands. With hits like "Livin' On A Prayer," "Wanted Dead or Alive" and "You Give Love a Bad Name," Bon Jovi has left an indelible mark on the music world.

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"Wanted Dead or Alive" is a power ballad by American rock band Bon Jovi. The song was released on March 3, 1987, as the third single from their 1986 album Slippery When Wet. Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora wrote the song. On February 20, 2008, Jon Bon Jovi mentioned during an encore in Detroit that the song was inspired by Bob Seger's hit "Turn the Page". "Wanted Dead or Alive" peaked at #7 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #13 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks, making it the third single from Slippery When Wet to reach the top 10 on the Hot 100. As a result, Slippery When Wet became the first glam metal album to have three top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100.

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