We Weren't Born to Follow

Bon Jovi

About We Weren't Born to Follow

"We Weren't Born to Follow" is the first single released in August 2009 from Bon Jovi's eleventh studio album, The Circle. The single premiered on radio on August 17, 2009. Jon Bon Jovi explained to the Daily Mail that this song is "about working people picking themselves up by their bootstraps in hard times." The single was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. Since then, the song has reached the peak position on the Billboard Hot 100 at number 68.  


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2009
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This one goes out to the man who mines for miracles
This one goes out to the ones in need
This one goes out to the sinner and the cynical
This ain't about no apology
This road was paved by the hopeless and the hungry
This road was paved by the winds of change
Walking beside the guilty and the innocent
How will you raise your hand when they call your name?
Yeah, yeah, yeah

We weren't born to follow
Come on and get up off your knees
When life is a bitter pill to swallow
You gotta hold on to what you believe
Believe that the sun will shine tomorrow
And that your saints and sinners bleed
We weren't born to follow
You gotta stand up for what you believe
Let me hear you say yeah, yeah, yeah, oh yeah

This one's about anyone who does it differently
This one's about the one who cusses and spits
This ain't about our livin' in a fantasy
This ain't about givin' up or givin' in
Yeah, yeah, yeah

We weren't born to follow
Come on and get up off your knees
When life is a bitter pill to swallow
You gotta hold on to what you believe
Believe that the sun will shine tomorrow
And that your saints and sinners bleed
We weren't born to follow
You gotta stand up for what you believe
Let me hear you say yeah, yeah, yeah, oh yeah
Let me hear you say yeah, yeah, yeah, oh yeah

We weren't born to follow
Come on and get up off your knees
When life is a bitter pill to swallow
You gotta hold on to what you believe
Believe that the sun will shine tomorrow
And that your saints and sinners bleed
We weren't born to follow
You gotta stand up for what you believe
Let me hear you say yeah, yeah, yeah, oh yeah
Let me hear you say yeah, yeah, yeah, oh yeah

We weren't born to follow - oh yeah
We weren't born to follow - oh yeah

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Bon Jovi

Bon Jovi is an American rock band from Sayreville, New Jersey. Formed in 1983, Bon Jovi consists of lead singer and namesake Jon Bon Jovi (John Francis Bongiovi, Jr.), guitarist Richie Sambora, keyboardist David Bryan, drummer Tico Torres, and bassist Alec John Such. The band's lineup has remained mostly static during their history, the exceptions being Alec John Such in 1994, and Richie Sambora in 2013. The band is credited with bridging the gap between heavy metal and pop with style and ease. more »

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Written by: RICHIE SAMBORA, JON BON JOVI

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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11 facts about this song

Release Date
"We Weren't Born to Follow" was released on August 17, 2009. It's one of the newer tracks in Bon Jovi's discography, given that the band has been making music since the 1980s.
Chart Performance
The song quickly gained popularity and peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart, demonstrating Bon Jovi's enduring appeal even across different music eras.
Album
This song is part of Bon Jovi's eleventh studio album, "The Circle."
Lyrical Themes
"We Weren't Born to Follow" is an uplifting anthem about resilience and non-conformity. It's messages of refusing to buckle under pressure resonated with many fans.
Awards
The song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in 2010, showcasing its critical acclaim.
Music Video
The music video for "We Weren't Born to Follow" is a montage of people overcoming struggles and historical moments that reflect bravery and strength.
Genre
This song remains true to Bon Jovi's signature rock sound, blending powerful guitar riffs with energetic vocals and anthemic choruses.
Social Messages
The lyrics are celebrating the working class, suggesting the virtue in the everyday struggle, adherence to one's beliefs, and the against-all-odds mentality.
Collaborations
The song was written by the band's frontman Jon Bon Jovi and guitarist Richie Sambora, marking another successful collaboration in their writing partnership.
Live Performances
"We Weren't Born to Follow" has become a staple in the band's live shows due to its empowering message and classic rock vibes, it was even performed at the kickoff concert for the NFL 2009 season.
Global Success
The song has also charted worldwide, making it to the top 10 in various countries including Austria, Germany, Japan, and Sweden.

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