Well I woke up this morning I rolled out of bed
I felt like a dog who’s been kicked in the head
Checked out my mail there was letter that read
Love for sale, love for sale
I picked up the phone I called everyone I could
I let my fingers do the walking through the telephone book
You can’t catch a fish if you ain’t got the hook
Love for sale, love for sale
Send up a signal throw me a line
Somebody explain ” this funny Valentine”
It might not be legal but it sure ain’t a crime
I’m one step from crazy and two steps behind
I called Lt. Columbo from my TV set
I’ve tried the Dating Game I haven’t found her yet
I’m hoping that she’s looking like a Penthouse Pet
Love for sale, love for sale
We’ve been living together 3 years
2 hours, 20 minutes maybe four hundred beers
You can’t shop for love when you’re shopping at, Sears
Love for sale, love for sale
I guess I’ve learnt my lesson it was easy to see
My old lady she played this joke on me
I never looked where I forgot it would be
Love for sale, love for sale
Witty Reflections on Modern Romance
“Love For Sale” by Bon Jovi offers a tongue-in-cheek take on the search for love in a commercialized world. The lyrics use playful metaphors, likening romance to a commodity, with lines about checking the mail, flipping through the telephone book, and even referencing shopping at Sears. The narrator’s quest for affection is filled with humor and relatable frustrations, as he jokes about the difficulties of finding the right connection, even going so far as to call on TV detectives and reality shows for help. The song’s clever wordplay and self-deprecating tone underscore the sometimes absurd lengths people go to in pursuit of love, while also hinting at the deeper desire for genuine connection beneath the surface.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bon Jovi
- Songwriters: Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora
- Release Year: 1988