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In These Arms
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Wikipedia article
"'In These Arms'" is a song by American rock band Bon Jovi. The song was written by Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora and David Bryan. It was released on May 3, 1993, as the third single from the band's fifth studio album, 'Keep the Faith' (1992).
Song information
The song's lyrics are about everlasting love and devotion. The song is characterized by a strong bass rhythm, jangling guitars, and very tight, hard drum playing, as well as soulful, emotional singing by Jon Bon Jovi. However, it is not a ballad, as its driving guitars and fast-paced beat and upbeat sound maintain it as more of a pop-rock song, in the vein of "Born to Be My Baby".
Music video
The video for the song shows Bon Jovi performing at a concert on their 'Keep the Faith' Tour. The live portions were filmed during Bon Jovi's New Year's Eve show at Stabler Arena in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania on December 31, 1992. The live show was also featured on their previous track "Bed of Roses". Portions of the video were also filmed at the Dane County Coliseum in Madison, Wisconsin in March 1993.
Legacy
The song has always been a fan favorite, and was a staple in the band's setlist on their Have A Nice Day Tour, and also was played frequently on the Lost Highway Tour, especially on the European leg of the tour. The song was also recorded by the band's keyboard player David Bryan on his first solo album 'On a Full Moon' released in 1995, with him singing vocals, and also appears on his second solo album 'Lunar Eclipse' released in 2000.
Track listing
'UK release'
# "In These Arms"
# "Keep the Faith" (live)
# "In These Arms" (live)
Chart performance
"In These Arms" was Bon Jovi's second-most successful single from 'Keep the Faith' in the United States, reaching number 27 on the 'Billboard' Hot 100, number 32 on the 'Billboard' Mainstream Rock chart, and number 14 on the 'Billboard' Mainstream Top 40. It also reached number five in Iceland, number six in Canada, number seven in the Netherlands, number nine in the United Kingdom, and number 10 in Australia and Portugal.
Weekly charts
Year-end charts
References
Category:1992 songs
Category:1993 singles
Category:Bon Jovi songs
Category:Mercury Records singles
Category:Music videos directed by Wayne Isham
Category:Song recordings produced by Bob Rock
Category:Songs written by Jon Bon Jovi
Category:Songs written by Richie Sambora
Category:Songs written by David Bryan
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