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You're referring to the iconic American rock band, Bon Jovi, from New Jersey, not New York!
Bon Jovi was formed in 1983 in Sayreville, New Jersey, and the band's lead singer, Jon Bon Jovi, is from nearby Sayreville. The band is known for their anthemic rock songs, catchy hooks, and energetic live performances.
Some of their most popular hits include:
- "Livin' on a Prayer"
- "You Give Love a Bad Name"
- "It's My Life"
- "Wanted Dead or Alive"
- "Always"
- "Runaway"
- "Bad Medicine"
- "Lay Your Hands on Me"
- "Blaze of Glory" (from the movie Young Guns II)
- "Who Says You Can't Go Home" (feat. Jennifer Nettles)
Bon Jovi has sold over 130 million records worldwide, making them one of the best-selling music artists of all time. They have won numerous awards, including a Grammy Award, an American Music Award, and a MTV Video Music Award.
The band has undergone some lineup changes over the years, but the core members have always been Jon Bon Jovi (lead vocals, guitar), Richie Sambora (guitar, backing vocals), David Bryan (keyboards), Tico Torres (drums), and Hugh McDonald (bass guitar).
Bon Jovi has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and has been named one of the greatest rock bands of all time by various publications.