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
Holds writing credit on 12 of 12 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 12 / 12 documented
Scored across the 12 tracks with documented writers, by whether Bon Jovi carries a lyricist or composer credit.
Share of the 12 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
By the Numbers
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
| # | 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) |