Studio Album · No. 14
This House Is Not for Sale Songwriting Credits by Bon Jovi
Produced by Jon Bon Jovi, John Shanks · Engineered by Paul LaMalfa, Obie O'Brien
Island Records
RockPop RockArena Rock
100%
Authorship
Holds writing credit on 12 of 12 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 12 / 12 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 12 tracks with documented writers, by whether Bon Jovi carries a lyricist or composer credit.
12 trackswritten by Bon Jovi
0 tracksoutside writers
Bon Jovi's roles on this album
Share of the 12 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist100%
Composer100%
Producer100%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
12
Tracks
6
Lyricists
2
Producers
2016
Released
Data Insight
Bon Jovi built the record around songs Jon Bon Jovi co-wrote with producer John Shanks and longtime collaborator Billy Falcon, including the title track and lead single "This House Is Not for Sale." It became the band's fourth consecutive album to debut at number one on the Billboard 200, opening with roughly 129,000 album-equivalent units. The album was the first studio release after guitarist Richie Sambora's departure, with Shanks handling most of the guitar work in the studio.
First official album of the post-Sambora era, featuring Phil X on guitar. Produced by Jon Bon Jovi and John Shanks. Jon Bon Jovi writes solo on three tracks; Billy Falcon co-writes on five tracks; new outside collaborators include Chris DeStefano, Ashley Gorley, and Brett James.
Track Listing & Credits 12 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
This House Is Not for Sale
#10
|
Jon Bon JoviJohn ShanksBilly Falcon | Jon Bon JoviJohn ShanksBilly Falcon | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon Jovi (Vocals) |
| 2 |
Living with the Ghost
|
Jon Bon Jovi | Jon Bon Jovi | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon Jovi (Vocals) |
| 3 |
Knockout
|
Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon Jovi (Vocals) |
| 4 |
Labor of Love
|
Jon Bon JoviJohn ShanksBilly Falcon | Jon Bon JoviJohn ShanksBilly Falcon | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon Jovi (Vocals) |
| 5 |
Born Again Tomorrow
|
Jon Bon JoviJohn ShanksBilly Falcon | Jon Bon JoviJohn ShanksBilly Falcon | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon Jovi (Vocals) |
| 6 |
Roller Coaster
|
Jon Bon JoviChris DeStefanoAshley Gorley | Jon Bon JoviChris DeStefanoAshley Gorley | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon Jovi (Vocals) |
| 7 |
New Year's Day
|
Jon Bon JoviBilly Falcon | Jon Bon JoviBilly Falcon | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon Jovi (Vocals) |
| 8 |
The Devil's in the Temple
|
Jon Bon JoviBilly Falcon | Jon Bon JoviBilly Falcon | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon Jovi (Vocals) |
| 9 |
Scars on This Guitar
|
Jon Bon JoviBrett JamesBilly Falcon | Jon Bon JoviBrett JamesBilly Falcon | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon Jovi (Vocals) |
| 10 |
God Bless This Mess
|
Jon Bon Jovi | Jon Bon Jovi | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon Jovi (Vocals) |
| 11 |
Reunion
|
Jon Bon Jovi | Jon Bon Jovi | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon Jovi (Vocals) |
| 12 |
Come On Up to Our House
|
Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon JoviJohn Shanks | Jon Bon Jovi (Vocals) |
Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 6 contributors
More from Bon Jovi
1984
89%
Bon Jovi
Mercury Records
9 tracksProd. Tony Bongiovi
1985
100%
7800° Fahrenheit
Mercury Records
10 tracksProd. Lance Quinn
1986
100%
Slippery When Wet
Mercury Records
10 tracksProd. Bruce Fairbairn
1988
100%
New Jersey
Mercury Records
12 tracksProd. Bruce Fairbairn
1992
100%
Keep the Faith
Mercury / Jambco
13 tracksProd. Bob Rock
1995
100%
These Days
Mercury / Jambco
14 tracksProd. Peter Collins
2000
100%
Crush
Island Records
12 tracksProd. Jon Bon Jovi
2002
100%
Bounce
Island Records
12 tracksProd. Luke Ebbin
2005
100%
Have a Nice Day
Island Records
12 tracksProd. John Shanks
2007
100%
Lost Highway
Island Records
12 tracksProd. John Shanks
2009
100%
The Circle
Island Records
12 tracksProd. John Shanks
2013
100%
What About Now
Island Records
12 tracksProd. John Shanks
2015
100%
Burning Bridges
Island Records
10 tracksProd. John Shanks
2020
100%
2020
Island Records
10 tracksProd. John Shanks
2024
100%
Forever
Island Records
12 tracksProd. Jon Bon Jovi
Frequently Asked Questions This House Is Not for Sale
Why was the album titled This House Is Not for Sale?
The title track, co-written by Jon Bon Jovi with John Shanks and Billy Falcon, frames the "house" as a metaphor for the band's identity and integrity. It served as both the album name and lead single, released ahead of the album in August 2016.
Is this the first Bon Jovi album without Richie Sambora?
It is the first full studio album recorded after Sambora's 2013 departure. Producer John Shanks played most of the guitar parts in the studio in his absence.
Who wrote the songs on This House Is Not for Sale?
Jon Bon Jovi wrote or co-wrote every track, frequently partnering with producer John Shanks and Billy Falcon. Additional co-writers include Chris DeStefano and Ashley Gorley on "Roller Coaster" and Brett James on "Scars on This Guitar."
Did This House Is Not for Sale reach number one?
Yes. It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 with about 129,000 album-equivalent units, making it Bon Jovi's sixth US number-one album and fourth in a row to top the chart.
What were the singles from the album?
The title track "This House Is Not for Sale" was the lead single, followed by "Born Again Tomorrow," both with accompanying music videos. "Knockout," "Labor of Love," and "Roller Coaster" were also issued to support the record.
How did the single This House Is Not for Sale perform on the charts?
The title track reached number 10 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart, number 25 on Hot Rock & Alternative Songs, and number 33 on Adult Pop Airplay. "Born Again Tomorrow" did not chart.
Who produced This House Is Not for Sale?
The album was produced by Jon Bon Jovi and John Shanks, with engineering by Paul LaMalfa and Obie O'Brien.