Bon Jovi's Surprising New Single Gains Popularity, Transforming into a Radio Sensation
Bon Jovi's Surprising New Single Gains Popularity, Transforming into a Radio Sensation
A few weeks ago, Jon Bon Jovi released a new single with an unlikely collaborator, causing a stir among fans of both artists. They teamed up with rapper Pitbull for the song "Now or Never," which is credited to both artists. This upbeat track has substantial influences from Bon Jovi's own "It's My Life" and has become unexpectedly popular across various international charts. This week, "Now or Never" makes its debut on the U.S.'s Adult Pop Airplay chart.
The Adult Pop Airplay chart ranks the most popular songs played on radio stations focusing on "adult pop," a more mature subgenre of top 40 pop. "Now or Never" enters the 40-position list at number 37, showing no signs of slowing down.
Pitbull and Bon Jovi have already claimed victories on multiple Billboard dance and electronic charts, but this week sees "Now or Never" making its first appearance on more competitive pop charts. Its debut on a radio ranking also indicates that besides fan support and streaming, the duet has garnered institutional backing, as securing a radio win in America is no easy feat.
"Now or Never" marks Bon Jovi's seventeenth appearance on the Adult Pop Airplay chart. The band added to this tally three times in 2024, making it a significant year for them.
Meanwhile, Pitbull achieves a significant milestone with "Now or Never" reaching the Adult Pop Airplay chart. The Grammy winner now has ten hits on this chart, spreading these successes out over an extended period.
This latest release brings Pitbull back to the Adult Pop Airplay chart for the first time in nearly a decade. His last radio appearance was in 2015, when he and Ne-Yo brought "Time of Our Lives" to no. 21.
As "Now or Never" begins its journey on the Adult Pop Airplay chart, it also maintains a presence on another Billboard chart. The track drops seven spots to settle at no. 30 on the Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart, which uses sales, streams, and radio play data. "Now or Never" previously reached a high of no. 23, and with newfound radio love, the title could ascend once again.
The collaborative single between Jon Bon Jovi and Pitbull, titled "Now or Never," has also made its way to the Billboard dance and electronic charts, following their previous victories in this category. This unexpected hit, which is a fusion of Bon Jovi's "It's My Life" and Pitbull's unique style, has also entered the Bon Jovi pitbull charts, gaining popularity globally. The track's success is not limited to charts, as it has also sparked interest in Bon Jovi's upcoming concert in 2024. The Bon Jovi pitbull billboard advertising the event has been making headlines, further fueling the excitement amongst fans.