When Bon Jovi released “Livin’ on a Prayer” back in 1986, the idea of digital music platforms didn’t exist, but the hit single has since gone on to become one of the most-streamed songs from the ’80s. And on Instagram Wednesday, Jon Bon Jovi celebrated its official Spotify certification for one billion streams.
While opening up a large box containing his new Spotify award — which looks like a shiny metal bowl attached to a plaque — an amused Jon says, “Streaming is the new ‘it,’ right? This is unbelievable, and I’m really grateful for it.”
After reading the words on the plaque — “one billion streams for ‘Livin’ on a Prayer"” — Jon pronounces the honor to be “pretty cool,” and, addressing the fans, says, “Thank you, you guys!”
“Livin’ on a Prayer” is Bon Jovi’s signature song: It was their second number-one hit, and has been certified three-times RIAA Platinum for sales of three million units. It has 996 million views on YouTube.
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