here is my definition of a ballad: "Slow song about a blind love". by Blind love, i mean a negative one, like the relationship didnt work out or not everything is allright.

here is a list of bonjovi's ballads in my opinion in each album:

bonjovi: non
7800 fahrenheit: Silent night
SWW: Never say goodbye
NJ: Living in sin - I'll be there for you
KTF: Bed of roses - I want you
Crossroad: Always
These days: This ain't a love song - Lie to me - Letting you go - Hearts breaking even
Crush: Save the world
Bounce: Open all night