Bon Jovi/Hallelujah

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I'm certain you've received this question 1000 times but I can't seem to find an answer on the website.    Is there any legal way to download Jon Bon Jovi's version of Hallelujah?   I am nervous to download it from any websites that I don't know for sure are legal.  I've checked iTunes and Amazon and didn't find it.  Any help you can give would be great.  I was just front row Circleside at the DC show and it was awesome.  As a girl born and raised in Jersey, I'm REALLY looking forward to seeing them at the Meadowlands though!  Thank you!

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Hello Laura

Thanks for contacting me.

Firstly, glad you enjoyed your show in DC, from all reports the band are having fun with their "The Circle" tour and the fans are loving it!

Okay, well you might be surprised to know you are the first person to ask me about "Hallelujah".  After my own research, at the moment there are technically no official sites that have the song available for download.  If I remember correctly, the song was available at the band's official website for a short period of time but unfortunately no more.

You could check out You Tube, I know there are a variety of options at that site but again this is not Bon Jovi authorized, rather something an individual has posted at the site.  There are also a couple of lyric-based websites that offer a download option but as many people have found, these types of sites can cause pop ups and other unwanted annoyances.

You could always contact the band's website and see if they can offer any insights.  The band's version of "Hallelujah" is outstanding so it would be great to for all fans to enjoy.  Email address: bonjovi@support.sparkart.com

Hope this helps, please let me know if you find anything and may you enjoy your shows at the Meadowlands!

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Cathy

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I have been a Bon Jovi follower/admirer for twenty plus years and I am a complete music lover. I believe I have a broad minded insight into the band, as I am Australian born, New York based and the observations made in regards to the differences and similarities with fans, the charts, the media attitude and more continues to be very interesting for me. I believe that each band member brings their own magic to the BJ table and collectively they give the fans and the music world something unique and special. In this, I always look at the band as equal parts of the equation. I have also worked for a record company and have been involved in artist promotion. The behind-the-scenes activity is both fascinating and challenging at times, and there is always something to be learnt!

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Long time Bon Jovi devotee with a genuine interest in the band and their music. However, I cannot provide in depth answers relating to chords and musical arrangements and song format, etc. As a non-musician I know the basics of instruments used by the band but nothing too detailed. I also know the basics in terms of chart positioning, managment and official fan club information, road crew and the like. And I can help in regards to band lyrics and their extensive discography.

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