Cher Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down) 1987

Art photos of Cher wearing a costume designed by Bob Mackie from her 2002-2005 Farewell Tour performance of her song, “Bang, Bang“ (My Baby Shot Me Down) written by Sonny Bono. This song has been updated from the sixties version with additional and updated lyrics penned by Sonny Bono for Cher as she gets her first chance to rock out on an album. Cher is the rare singer that has been recording long enough tobe able to update and cover her own songs. Cher’s first version of this song was a simple folk inspired children’s tale. Now the song has taken on Rock Opera trappings and is filled with wailing guitars. This version was recorded for her 19th studio album, 1987’s self titled Cher album. Bang Bang was produced by Jon Bon Jovi, Desmond Child and Richie Sambora. Drums: Tico Torres Bass: Alec John Such Guitar: Richie Sambora Keyboards: David Bryan Additional Keyboards: Holly Knight and Chuck Kentis Background Vocals: Jon Bon Jovi, Myriam Valle, D