Blaze of Glory
Blaze of Glory

Bon Jovi - Blaze of Glory Lyrics

Rock
Oct 14, 1994
286
Blaze of Glory Music Video

Blaze of Glory Lyrics

Wake up in the morning
And I raise my weary head
I've got an old coat for a pillow
And the earth was last night's bed
I don't know where I'm going
Only God knows where I've been
I'm a devil on the run
A six gun lover
A candle in the wind, yeah

You're brought into this world
They say you're born in sin
Well at least they gave me something
I didn't have to steal or have to win
Well they tell me that I'm wanted
Yeah, I'm a wanted man
I'm a colt in your stable
I'm what Cain was to Abel
Mister catch me if you can

I'm going down in a blaze of glory
Take me now but know the truth
I'm going out in a blaze of glory
And Lord, I never drew first
But I drew first blood
And I'm no one's son
Call me young gun

You ask about my conscience
And I offer you my soul
You ask if I'll grow to be a wise man
Well I ask if I'll grow old
You ask me if I've known love
And what it's like to sing songs in the rain
Well, I've seen love come
I've seen it shot down
I've seen it die in vain

Shot down in a blaze of glory
Take me now but know the truth
'Cause I'm going down in a blaze of glory
Lord, I never drew first
But I drew first blood
I'm the devil's son
Call me young gun

Yeah

Each night I go to bed
I pray the Lord my soul to keep
No I ain't looking for forgiveness
But before I'm six foot deep
Lord, I gotta ask a favor
And I hope you'll understand
'Cause I've lived life to the fullest
Let this boy die like a man
Staring down a bullet
Let me make my final stand

Shot down in a blaze of glory
Take me now but know the truth
I'm going out in a blaze of glory
Lord, I never drew first
But I drew first blood
And I'm no one's son
Call me young gun
I'm a young gun, yeah
Young gun, yeah, yeah, yeah
Young gun

Writer(s): Jon Bon Jovi
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'Blaze of Glory'?

    The song 'Blaze of Glory' was written by Jon Bon Jovi. It was created as a solo project during a break from his band Bon Jovi and features contributions from other notable artists.

  2. What inspired Jon Bon Jovi to write 'Blaze of Glory'?

    Jon Bon Jovi was inspired to write 'Blaze of Glory' after Emilio Estevez requested Bon Jovi's song 'Wanted Dead or Alive' for the movie Young Guns II. Jon felt the song didn’t quite fit the film's Western theme, prompting him to compose a more thematic piece.

  3. Which artists contributed to the song 'Blaze of Glory'?

    The song features contributions from several notable artists including Jeff Beck, who played the main guitar riff, and it was produced with the help of Danny Kortchmar. Elton John and Little Richard also contributed to the album which included this song.

  4. Did 'Blaze of Glory' receive any awards or nominations?

    Yes, 'Blaze of Glory' won a Golden Globe for Best Original Song. It was also nominated for an Academy Award and a Grammy, though it didn't win in those categories.

  5. Was 'Blaze of Glory' featured in any movies?

    Yes, 'Blaze of Glory' was featured in the soundtrack for the movie Young Guns II. The song was specifically written for the film after Jon Bon Jovi was inspired by a request from the film's star, Emilio Estevez.

  6. Where was the music video for 'Blaze of Glory' filmed?

    The music video for 'Blaze of Glory' was shot atop thousand-foot cliffs outside Moab, Utah. The location provided a fitting backdrop for the Western-styled theme of the song and was achieved using helicopters to transport equipment.

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