#14: “Living in Sin” by Bon Jovi

Bon Jovi’s Living in Sin, a standout track from their 1988 New Jersey album, became their fifth Top Ten hit but wasn’t without controversy. The music video, depicting a young couple rebelling against parental and religious expectations, was deemed too provocative for MTV and faced a temporary ban.

The depiction of premarital intimacy and defiance against societal norms stirred backlash, though the ban only heightened interest. Eventually, a slightly edited version aired, and the song continued its climb up the charts.