Young Guns (album)

Young Guns is the soundtrack album to the 1988 Western film Young Guns. It was released by MCA Records on August 23, 1988. The album features a mix of country and rock artists, reflecting the film's blend of traditional Western themes with a modern sensibility.

The most commercially successful single from the album was Jon Bon Jovi's "Blaze of Glory," which peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. Other notable artists featured on the album include Elton John, Bob Dylan, and Stevie Nicks.

The album's tracklist includes:

1. "Blaze of Glory" - Jon Bon Jovi
2. "Never Say Die" - Elton John
3. "Miracle" - Bon Jovi
4. "Billy Get Your Gun" - Jon Bon Jovi
5. "Santa Fe" - Jon Bon Jovi
6. "Justice of the Peace" - Elton John
7. "Seven Hills" - Robbie Robertson
8. "When I See You Fly Again" - Jeff Beck
9. "Young Guns" - Various Artists (instrumental)
10. "The Ballad of Billy the Kid" - Bob Dylan [Note: This track also appeared on Dylan's 1973 album Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid.]
11. "Straight" - Stevie Nicks

The album was generally well-received and contributed to the film's popularity. It achieved platinum certification in the United States, signifying sales of over one million copies.