Bounce

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About Bounce

"Bounce" is a song by American rock band Bon Jovi. It was released as the fourth single from the band's 2002 album of the same name to US Rock Radio only, where it peaked at number 39 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart in 2003. It is dedicated to Bill Belichick, the head coach of the New England Patriots, a National Football League team. It was also released as a double A-side with "Misunderstood" in Japan on 18 November 2002.


Year:
2002
3:11
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#2

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I been knocked down so many times
Counted out 6, 7, 8, 9
Written off like some bad deal
If you're breathing you know how it feels
Call it karma, call it luck
Me, I just don't give a 

[Chorus:]
Bounce, Bounce Nothing's gonna keep me down
Bounce, Bounce Stand up, shout it out
Bounce, Bounce I play hard, I play to win
Count me out, count me in
I'll be bouncing back again

This ain't no game; I play it hard
Kicked around, cut, stitched and scarred
I'll take the hit but not the fall
I know no fear, still standing tall
You can call it karma, call it luck
Me, I just don't give a 

[Chorus]

Bounce!

Bring it on, I like it rough
In your face, I call your bluff
It ain't karma, it ain't luck
Me, I just don't give a 

[Chorus]

Bounce, Bounce 
Nothing's gonna keep me down
Bounce, Bounce Stand up, shout it out
Bounce, Bounce I play hard, I play to win
Count me out, count me in
I'll be bouncing back again

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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: RICHARD SAMBORA, JON BON JOVI, BILLY FALCON

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"Bounce" was unleashed to the world on 8th October 2002 as part of Bon Jovi's eighth studio album also named "Bounce".
Album Inspiration
The title "Bounce" was inspired by the resilience of New York and the United States following the September 11 attacks.
Lead Writers
The song and the entire album were primarily written by Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora.
Chart Performance
The "Bounce" album peaked at number two on the Billboard 200, making it Bon Jovi's fifth album to reach the top 10.
Billboard Rankings
The album's lead single, "Everyday," hit number five on the UK Singles Chart while the "Bounce" song itself was considered a strong rock number, though it wasn't released as a single.
Significant Ballads
The album features two notable ballads: "All About Lovin' You" and "Open All Night". However, the title song "Bounce" is distinctly more rock.
Grammy Nomination
Bon Jovi’s song "Misunderstood" from the "Bounce" album was nominated for a Grammy award.
Album Sales
In 2003, the "Bounce" album was certified Double Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), with the album having sold more than 2 million copies in the United States.
Concert Tours
The album "Bounce" was supported with successful live performances by Bon Jovi from 2002-2003, known as the 'Bounce Tour'. These concerts were a brilliant display of the high-energy rock and roll that Bon Jovi is known for.
Legacy
Even though a couple of decades have passed since its release, the song "Bounce" and its parent album continue to be popular among Bon Jovi's fans.

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