Jon Bon Jovi is marking a significant career milestone with the release of "Forever (Legendary Edition)," an expanded version of Bon Jovi’s 2024 album. This special edition features notable collaborations with music legends Bruce Springsteen and country star Jelly Roll, offering fans new takes on existing tracks and highlighting Bon Jovi's enduring influence and friendships.

One of the standout additions is Bruce Springsteen's harmonica contribution to a new rendition of "Hollow Man," a fan-favorite track from the original "Forever" album. Speaking on SiriusXM’s Bon Jovi Radio, Bon Jovi shared the introspective genesis of "Hollow Man," explaining it as a plea to the heavens to become a conduit for messages, asking, "What do you sing when your song’s been sung?" Springsteen, upon hearing the demo, was captivated by the song, calling Bon Jovi the very next morning to express how he couldn't get it out of his head. Bon Jovi, who reveres Springsteen as a childhood hero and one of the great American songwriters, invited The Boss to lend his distinctive harmonica sound to the track. Springsteen readily agreed, telling Bon Jovi, "I got it. Just leave it to me." This collaboration held profound significance for Bon Jovi, evoking memories of his youth spent watching Springsteen perform in Asbury Park. He reflected on the surreal, full-circle nature of the moment, recalling his younger self in the crowd while now, 45 years later, collaborating with his idol.

"Forever (Legendary Edition)" also includes "Living Proof," a duet with Jelly Roll. Bon Jovi’s admiration for Jelly Roll began at the 2024 MusiCares Person of the Year gala in Los Angeles, where Jelly Roll performed a tribute to the band. Bon Jovi expressed an immediate connection, stating, "I was in love with him from that moment on." He also spoke highly of Jelly Roll’s wife, Bunnie, and their story, expressing awe for the couple.

The original "Forever" album achieved considerable commercial success, debuting at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 and reaching No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart. Its lead single, "Legendary," climbed to No. 9 on the Adult Contemporary tally. Despite these strong initial performances, the album departed the Billboard 200 after only one week. The release of the "Legendary Edition" coincides with a reflective period for Bon Jovi, as the band celebrates four decades together. This celebratory season also saw the premiere of the Hulu docuseries "Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story" earlier in the year, providing a comprehensive look at the band's illustrious career.