Keep the Faith (5:44)

“Keep the Faith” is a song performed by American rock band Bon Jovi. The song was written by Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, and Desmond Child. It was released in 1992 as the lead single and title track from Bon Jovi’s fifth studio album, Keep the Faith. It is characterised by its driving bass line and is a live staple for the band.

“I Wish Everyday Could Be Like Christmas” appeared as a B-Side to the song in the US.

In the United States, the song reached #1 on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart and peaked at #29 on the Billboard Hot 100. “Keep the Faith” reached #5 in the United Kingdom.

It is a regular song at live shows by the band and is featured on the Live from London and The Crush Tour DVDs. When played live it features Jon Bon Jovi playing percussion.

In 2009, Jon Bon Jovi released a new version of “Keep The Faith” with the Washington DC Youth Choir on the compilation album Oh Happy Day.