1 album cover in our archive
Bon Jovi is featured in Behind the Covers' archive with 1 album cover from the 1980s. Released on Mercury Records, the artwork sits in the rock tradition. Each cover is documented in our archive with design notes covering minimalist, typography, high contrast, mysterious, commercial. Below you'll find the full story behind each Bon Jovi cover — designers, photographers, label history, and the visual choices that defined the release.
The cover that almost featured a bikini-clad model on a wet slip-and-slide became one of rock's most iconic designs when the band chose bold yellow typography over a mysterious plastic bag instead. The original shoot was deemed too risqué, leading to this instantly recognizable minimalist masterpiece.
