Bon Jovi – One Step Closer
SharePosted on 06. Jun, 2007 by Gallivanter in Bon Jovi
Only a couple more days before Bon Jovi’s LOST HIGHWAY is released. Bon Jovi fans all around the world are eagerly anticipating this album. It’s a classic Bon Jovi record, attention-getting melodies and stadium-worthy choruses. It’s more contemporary (YES!) than their previous album, “Have a Nice Day”. I’m gonna divvy up a couple more songs this week, in the build-up towards the album launch. When it comes to Bon Jovi, please buy ORIGINAL.
Bon Jovi – One Step Closer
I’ve seen my heart of darkness
Let’s just say I crossed over that line
Held hands with the hopeless
In too deep on that ride went around one more time
When you’re standing on the edge you don’t look down
Til you’re ready and willing to fly
Now I’m one step closer
With my arms open wide here
I’m one step closer
And I’m willing to try this time
I hitched a ride with forgiveness
In that river of emotion I went down a third time
I spent the night with the living
Took a chance looked inside didn’t know who I’d find
Standing on the corner of that lone goodbye
All alone, it’s there I made up my mind
Yeah I’m one step closer
With my arms open wide here
I’m one step closer
And I’m willing to try
I’m sick of giving up
Ooh, with a little luck
I’m gonna get out of here
When you’re standing on the edge don’t look down
Til you’re ready and willing to fly
I’m one step closer
With my arms open wide here
I’m one step closer
And I’m willing to try this time
Giddy Tiger
Jun 6th, 2007
I’m considering getting this Bon Jovi album now…been reading nothing but good reviews on your site.
Prianna
Jun 6th, 2007
hmmm.. although still kinda nice to the ear, it doesnt really sound like Bon Jovi’s tunes so much does it (think slippery when wet days)
Is it just me or they’re starting to get a lil country or Matchbox 20 ish? Nothing wrong with either one of those but still!!!
Gallivanter
Jun 6th, 2007
Giddy Tiger Well, the album’s been getting good response from fans worldwide, if you like contemporary songs, this album’s recommended.
Prianna I understand – gone are the Slippery When Wet Days. They acclimatizing to the current music scene without leaving their roots. Not many bands can do that.
And yes, this new album, is a country-influenced record – their first attempt after “WHO SAYS YOU CAN’T GO HOME” dominated the country scene. 
cindy
Jun 6th, 2007
Nice! I’ll look into it!
PS: I still miss their Blaze of Glory time. I like ALL of their song in that album. (Eh, was the album titled Blaze of Glory?)
Gallivanter
Jun 6th, 2007
cindy Yes, it was called Blaze of Glory. You loved the album huh? It’s a crazy album in terms of Jon’s vocal range.
Keropok
Jun 6th, 2007
Don’t like this one sorry. Bon Jovi was never my favourite, but they did have some kick-ass tunes. Their latest stuff reminds me why I didn’t like them.
bhazy
Jun 6th, 2007
I think this going to be the best album yet!
CHANGE is good…
Gallivanter
Jun 6th, 2007
Keropok Well, they can’t please anyone. But it doesn’t matter whether you like ‘em or not. Just like how I find Pink Floyd nauseating. We each have our own taste.
bhazy I’ve already reviewed the album, and will post it on Friday. Gave it a 7.5/10. KEEP THE FAITH & THESE DAYS will always remain my favorite 2 albums.
papajoneh
Jun 6th, 2007
oh man… a step closer to heaven when listening this song. Man, its about time i go buying all the albums. So many to choose from… if i have the cash for the only one… which one would u recommend me Gall?
Gallivanter
Jun 6th, 2007
papajoneh Yikes! I don’t know where to start, each album has its own theme. I’d suggest you start collecting them all. LOL. Okay, here goes…
SLIPPERY WHEN WET is pop-/rock
NEW JERSEY is hard rock
BLAZE OF GLORY is a western-inspired masterpiece
KEEP THE FAITH is the heaviest album
THESE DAYS is the darkest
DESTINATION ANYWHERE is adult-alternative
CRUSH is a mixture of everything
BOUNCE is extremely underrated, though overproduced
HAVE A NICE DAY is noisy and brash
LOST HIGHWAY is the most contemporary
WanderingSumandak
Jun 7th, 2007
Crush – a mixture of everything. I’ve to agree with this.
Gallivanter
Jun 7th, 2007
WanderingSumandak
Watch out for my Bon Jovi review tomorrow. The album should be out in Malaysia next Monday. 
papajoneh
Jun 7th, 2007
OMG, with all of them so good and as explained in that way… im really more in trouble in choosing one now. LOL. What the heck, just collect all of them!… abislah credit card ni..LOL
kawi11
Jun 7th, 2007
When it comes to Bon Jovi, I ALWAYS buy original!!!!!
I am counting down the days for the album to come out. Can’t wait!
Gallivanter
Jun 8th, 2007
papajoneh LOL. You can start by collecting the newer ones first. But yeah, you’ll need to own them all, except for their first 2 albums, BON JOVI & 7800 FAHRENHEIT.
kawi11 YES! It’s gonna be really soon!
Zalfa
Jun 8th, 2007
I read somewhere I don’t really remember .. Jon said that this new album is not a country album, it’s Bon Jovi album with some Nashville influences ..
Well, trust them .. they will rock you guys into oblivion ahaks 
Zalfa
Jun 8th, 2007
Yeah kawi, I just can’t wait to buy the “Lost Highway”
Gallivanter
Jun 8th, 2007
Zalfa Yes, I saw that interview. It’s a Nashville-influenced BON JOVI record.
Bebereader
Jun 11th, 2007
I just started my Bon Jovi CD collection…all original copies, I might add! So let’s see, so far I have Crush, Crossroads, Slippery When Wet, Have A Nice Day and New Jersey. I’m determined to get all of them since I’m a new-ish fan and missed out on so many years of great music. I adore their new sound on “Lost Highway” and commend them for staying fresh!
Gallivanter
Jun 11th, 2007
Bebereader That’s great! Welcome to the path of righteousness.
Bebereader
Jun 15th, 2007
Well here I am again!
The CD hasn’t dropped yet in the U.S. so I’ve been relying on clips to hear bits and pieces of the album. Thanks, Gallivanter! The chorus on “One Step Closer” is beautiful, lyrically and melodically.
“Now I’m one step closer
With my arms open wide here
I’m one step closer
and I’m willing to try this time”
They’re typical Bon Jovi lyrics that we all can relate to, just by being human. You can’t help loving this band.
Gallivanter
Jun 15th, 2007
Bebereader I just blogged about the CD today, and summarize what Bon Jovi means to me, check it out when you get the chance.
Bebereader
Jun 16th, 2007
Thanks, I’m going there right now!
Tyson S
Jun 18th, 2007
I really enjoyed listening to this song, it’s one of those great ones that you just have to lean back, close your eyes and listen to the message. Very inspiring. I think Bon Jovi is a very talented artist to leave his extremely popular rock style, and go into a country vibe, that actually, in my oppinion, sounds better than his rock in many ways. He is an idol and inspiration to many people.
Gallivanter
Jun 18th, 2007
Bebereader
Tyson S I agree. Inspirational stuff, that strikes a chord in your heart.
Bon Jovi - Lost Highway REVIEW
Jun 23rd, 2007
[...] One Step Closer Another favorite of mine, love the chorus! It’s one of those song that’ll warm up to you after a few times. Richie’s back with yet another solo! Woohoo! It kinda reminds me of Ronan Keating’s schmaltzy song a couple of years ago, but of course, Bon Jovi does it better! Gratifying lyrics, and a marvelous bridge. 9/10 [...]
Bebereader
Jun 23rd, 2007
Let me first say that I’m in love with “Lost Highway”. It’s rare that I like every single track on a CD but that’s the case here. The whole album has an uplifting feel. Heck, you can’t help liking it. Yet I keep hearing that diehard BJ fans are criticizing the album, saying that it’s too country. The songs are about the same things they always were…faith, working class values, hope and love, minus the heavy metal sound. It’s nice to see that these guys have evolved with the changing times.
Gallivanter
Jun 23rd, 2007
Bebereader Yes, this album highlights Bon Jovi’s strong points – as you said, faith, working class, hope and love.
Christine
Aug 30th, 2007
Wow what can i say just when you think this band can get no better they come up with another jem love you guysxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx