Billy Joel & Guests - Piano Man (Gershwin Prize - November 19, 2014)

[@DonYutuc]

Who's watching in 2024? This reminds me a bit of "We Are The World." A smaller, more intimate gathering of "talent." Didn't know Kevin Spacey can do all that! Thank you, Billy Joel and friends!

[@Niddy-b5o]

September 2024 watching from Blackpool,UK

[@EllieBelanglos]

❤

[@DonYutuc]

​@@Niddy-b5oEnjoy Niddy! ❤

[@DonYutuc]

​@@EllieBelanglosThank you, Ellie! ❤

[@sharonporter2472]

Here in 2024. Sounds great as ever.

[@sahilmandalia7720]

A song that transcends time, here in the comments I can see people well over 60 enjoying this song and then there is me barely entering my 20s, still enjoying this beautiful piece! Thank you Billy!

[@Tinypvps]

14 years old

[@morgancook5000]

Billy Joel is one of those Artists whose songs will be played well past a Hundred Years from now. His songs are truly timeless, unbound by mortal life.

[@johnking1896]

I am glad you are on the start of a long journey, having the best music along helps OH so much.

[@peterlee6621]

Rest in peace. Tony Bennett; you will be missed sir.

[@kennethkeller2732]

I'm 82 years old and still love ❤ that song 😢 Great stuff, 😅and lots of memories!.

[@susieparker2917]

71 here and totally relate EVEN NOW!!

[@mnicholson66]

Not only is this the best version of this song that I have heard, but the most beautiful part is the fact that Billy allowed Tony Bennet to be on the stage and just be there. (Tony has Alzheimer's and con no longer sing.) So Billy put him on the pedestal that he deserves. A most awesome salute from Billy to Tony.

[@patriciafoley3783]

Agree with you mark wonderful

[@DanielAppleton-lr9eq]

@@patriciafoley3783 An upbeat song about bored, not - very - happy people stuck in a rut. Only *BILLY JOEL* could make it a hit.

[@jorgeriviere7289]

@@patriciafoley3783 as my wife use to tell me A nice jewish boy.

[@andeemillicent9405]

Wow, I was wondering that

[@tonyevans7835]

RIP Tony Bennet

[@lfgm8104]

As A Fellow Long Islander, Billy Joel Has Made Me So Proud Of His Accomplishments. He Tried To Live In California, But His Heart brought Him Back To Long Island !!!

[@ESCStudios]

Piano Man is one of he greatest songs made EVER. Thank you Billy Joel!

[@Chaos-Blade22]

I concur

[@CharlieBrn]

Written while he was singing under an assumed identity waiting for a bad label deal to expire. Still my favourite from Joel with a lot of very close seconds.

[@avaunamallett6176]

I agree. My three year loves this song so much. She sings this and "Uptown Girl" like it's nothing.

[@dianemcalpine65]

100% agree x

[@ravichanana3148]

What about "stilleto"

[@luisalbertocarrasconfrutos5094]

Billy Joel its a World Treasure. Beautiful and shows Billy Joels big heart and respect to Tony Benet The Last Crooner. R .I.P.❤❤❤❤

[@ria8977]

One of the greatest songs of all time was written by a 24 year old Billy Joel as his first ever single. Just wow.

[@finch2213]

Here’s another one. Steven Tyler wrote his first draft of Dream On when he was 16.

[@memr6687]

@Joel Billy ✌😀👍🇸🇻

[@joelthomason8936]

Joel is a wordsmith. His songs are incredible, as is his love for his daughter! The man could easily be a concert pianist! He's truly gifted by God!

[@44nnddyy]

@@finch2213 i dnt see any steven tyler in this song, where did that come from

[@bpabustan]

Not exactly his first single. On his first album - Cold Spring Harbor - there were 2 singles released though they both went nowhere. Then when he transferred to Columbia Records, they released this, in a sense his debut single on Columbia but third overall.

[@andydkid]

"Piano Man" is based on Joel's real-life experiences as a lounge musician in Los Angeles from 1972 to 1973, which he had decided to pursue in an effort to escape his contracted New York City-based record company at the time. This song often plays at the tiki bar at the beverly hill Hotel . Brings back great memories of those days of long ago.

[@merethehansen8750]

FANTASTISK, HØRE DEN TIT. media.tenor.com/ZUqq3GAMKCUAAAAM/happy-happy-dance.gif

[@vedranaolujic1977]

What a beautifull 😶

[@joelthomason8936]

Billy Joel will remain one of my favorite musicians for life! He's an absolutely amazing and gifted pianist, singer, songwriter and overall ENTERTAINER!!!

[@arlenemulqueeney5464]

So sad that Kevin is no longer in the public eye. He is definitely has a God given talent, this is a gem of a video,all are a joy to listen too.👏

[@karenlawton2549]

Well he’s a pedophile so…🤷🏻‍♀️

[@jackchristian1155]

@@karenlawton2549was gonna say. Not like he’s some innocent fella. He’s a weirdo

[@clintonwilcox4690]

Yeah, if only he didn't sexually assault all those people...

[@beverleymurphy3177]

BEAUTIFULLY DONE EVERYONE XXX

[@BobbyTucker]

@@jackchristian1155, His family and friends are still alive, have a little respect.

[@eigochat]

I went to see Billy Joel’s concert in to Tokyo with my little girl decades ago , She is a matured lady now working for the music industry based in UK This song !!!we will never forget in our lives!!! Thanks Billy Joel!!!

[@Videographer1234567]

I need to watch this video again. The energy is amazing. Thank you Billy for being in our lives.

[@tommyselbe1999]

It's on my daily mix

[@ginnymileto1478]

Total energy!! You can just see how it gets so many emotional in the audience!! To forget about life for awhile!! 🥲😢😢

[@canadeeana]

and again, and again, and again and again . . . . . .

[@andreasbaumert1527]

@@tommyselbe1999 Po Popo

[@FittedSheet2000]

Come back bro. Time to watch it again

[@alizahalon]

Mr. Billy Joel helped get me through High School. His songs, the music, the lyrics, absolutely wonderful!!! Thank you so very much Mr. Joel.

[@larsscholz3762]

Billy Joel is not just a singer songwriter, as his wiki page suggests... no, he is an outstanding musician, a wonderful writer, a poet and a great inspiration to me. To put it in short, he is the piano man!

[@Nortonork]

And he loves motorcycles! Win/win.

[@rudi6127]

Yes but in real life he can be a nasty horrible piece of work, a real Arsehole, not always what you see is what you get.

[@Nortonork]

@@rudi6127 It ain't easy being famous. Ray Charles seemed to be the true gentleman at the keyboard.

[@Laudon1228]

He is a troubadour.

[@serguiotapia6739]

I am fron México siempre me a dado su música

[@lynneharber2964]

Looking at a duo! Thank you. Absolutely awesome. Who knew????

[@rahulbanerji8090]

The expression of the man singing , to forget about life for a while‘ - that’s what this song is all about!!

[@katherineguiden9105]

My favorite moment.

[@timothyleon558]

Yes. He totally felt it. I hope he had a much needed pause from “life.”

[@ginnymileto1478]

I noticed that too!! If you look at the whole audience when the camera spans them, most everyone has a face of emotion, regret, nostalgia, sadness, agreeable. Love this song and Billy!!

[@tjcolv6427]

Perfect song to mellow out with while waiting for election returns. Play it again, piano man!

[@BobbyTucker]

Billy Joel is to America what Sir Elton John is to Great Britain, Forever in our hearts.

[@drshahjahankatpar9120]

WoW.... Billy Joel is Amazing in this MUSICOLOGY. Just found Kevin Spacey has a hidden talent. Song brings tears- wonder why. Another, ever green song..

[@phyllisfrizzell2894]

what an amazing song 🎉 timeless and Kevin Spacey is so talented

[@aggager078]

Only one of the best actors of all time,but yes,lets give you a break.

[@alyssajean2327]

​@mariac7589 as if you know what talent is? Kevin Spacey is the whole package, and innocent just in case you missed that. 😁

[@tamsmd1]

I’m still viewing this a lot. I’m still not tired of it. It’s still the most amazing video, song, and performance all around. Thank you for giving me so much joy from it every time . ❤🎹

[@Deontjie]

I thought this motley crew of ham actors was The Pretenders....

[@klausbachmann7531]

Indeed

[@BrianRabadue]

I cannot imagine the immense joy Joel must feel seeing so many people sing along like that

[@rrwww562]

No doubt he feels the joy every time and maybe got used to it after awhile, but it probably never gets tired.

[@davidrosado9642]

These guys are pros!

[@saranaber2324]

I think Joel looks a bit like "WHY did they do that... I wanna go home... HELP ME CROWD!!!"

[@kurtarmtzen2661]

I thought it was good! A tribute to him

[@petermcnallt12pm]

'Sing' they are all terrible, barr the guy with the hat, and Bill. Kevin the pervert Spacy gets far too much air time here...horrible actor, horrible singer, horrible man.

[@prasadshastri554]

This is called music. 😊

[@peterhutchins9246]

One of the greatest songs ever written. It will live forever!

[@ericdanielski4802]

Jesus holds forever.

[@flytommy1]

One of the best songs of all times! Billy Joel one of the finest performers of all time! ❤simply the very best! Sing us the song! Piano Man. You are fabulous! Always. Blessings for a very long Life. The Great Billy Joel! Unsurpassed l❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@bernie1101]

Loved it so much.. Billie Joel been a favorite for many years.. Great audience.

[@Dreamskater100]

Truly.

[@ronaldjohnson902]

2nd, 3rd, and 4th that….

[@써니-d2m]

당신들은, 가수분들은 '피아노맨'을 한 소절씩 부르시는데 잔잔하면서도 그 빠름이 덩달아 즐겁습니다. 서울 한국에서 인사드림니다.

[@tommyjames3993]

I long for these days, I know they are gone forever, how blessed I am to have been apart of this era.

[@klouvry]

I totally feel the same way.

[@susieparker2917]

@@tommyjames3993 Amen!!

[@paulwolf7562]

I just love how the how the people he got on stage went with their parts, and the crowd was singing along with it. Tony Bennett, was just moving to the music 🎶 A very beautiful tribute to him, too.

[@donkinzett3961]

Never get sick of watching this

[@astridperea8821]

Wow! I love this song! Wonderful performance! Thank you! Love from Bogotá, Colombia 🩵

[@Sanderly1820]

This is one of a very few songs no matter when or where you listen to it, you fet the goosebumps and just smile and reminisce the past

[@kiwiblosm]

You are right. His music gives me goose bumps. Any his piano playing, wow

[@cathylinstrom2502]

I agree, it’s an amazing song. One of my favorites.

[@loretsdad]

"It was a beautiful song, but it ran too long, so they cut it down to 3:05"

[@klausbachmann7531]

Indeed it is

[@EduardoNavarro-u7e]

Este tema lo escucharé en 100 años más y lo recordaré como si fuera hoy.No lo olvidaré nunca.

[@lucindalickver9388]

Absolutely one of the most incredible songs ever written. Thank you Billy...

[@cirozaccaria2181]

Grande interpretazione corale, K. Spacey e Billy Joel semplicemente magnifici!🎉

[@eduardopalacio8723]

Never gets too old ,I love it in any composition!!!!

[@marychamberlain4586]

Me too!

[@anthonybutler6365]

I was lucky enough to see Billy Joel twice in the eighties two of the most amazing concerts I’ve been to and I’ve been to hundreds

[@luffyh8982]

I wish I could meet Billy Joel and tell him how much his music has changed my life, I know this is personal but 2 years ago I lost my father and Billy Joel was his favorite artist and he was mine to and we would always listen to him together and sing together in the car I miss those days. To this day I still sing his songs and they always remind me of how my dad would sing piano man at home when I was asleep. Billy Joel is the one who kept me from sinking into depression, so thank you Billy Joel both you and my father have inspired me to continue with my music and to not give up.

[@MrJhardy1234]

Andy H q

[@chartley841]

We all have that artist or band that connects us to our loved ones who have past. I hope you do get the chance to tell billy Joel because your dad would be there cheering you on. I am going to see the band my sister and I had as our favourite the summer she died. I am nearly crying every day because I am so excited. I bought one ticket, because she’s the one coming with me. No one else would get it or have the mutual appreciation for how much they mean to me

[@davidedenstrom8722]

Andy H don't give up your father had good taste in music

[@henryesau5713]

Really beautiful memories you keep of your dad. keep on with the music - it makes the world a better place.

[@declanwatson5339]

Andy H what a true man you must be I lost my mum around 2+half year ago but what a credit to a fabulous man called Billy joel.god bless you brother!

[@Benjamin-ir6oc]

Music the universal language,i want to see a world where we can all live in peace and love eachother like brothers and sisters!! Almighty God would be happy and we would all be blessed!! Let's make this dream come true!! God bless you and everyone around the world.

[@JK-cb9xn]

This made everyone in the room smile and sing. It is nice to see this every time.

[@arasdesuelo3922]

I am a Mexican man who lived some years in a little town ( saint Charles) near to Rochester Minnesota and one night in the bar of the town I took the mic and in a Kareoke night I started singing that song , great memories.

[@d.brownjr.4845]

Mr. Joel is an ICON. I've grew up listening to how beautifully he put words on paper then turn it into magic from tickling some ivories. He is in fact the Piano Man. I'm glad to be living on earth to actually heard this live. Not just a recording.

[@keithmulcare4108]

Wow great song...lots of pleasant memories..Sweet....Keith ...

[@shimshonbitnun5778]

HAVE BEEN VERY BUSY LATELY ,BUT FOUND THE TIME ,TO ONCE AGAIN LISTEN TO THIS AWESOME PAIR=THEY ARE SIMPLY THE GREATEST!!!!!!

[@Rhobae]

Billy still gives his whole heart and soul for this song!❤️‍🔥

[@rockclimbingskills]

What a beautiful song

[@-nhl-racingchannel8223]

@Joel Billy Hey Bill, I grew up in Levittown, in the 70's. My teacher, Tony Vernola, was doing 3pc combos all over Long Island. 3rd row in Orlando last May, countless F2F concerts. I want to say with all of my tribute bands, small clubs, big club experiences they have nicknamed me the lil' pianoman. Thank you for making your success, inspire my success. CUDOS to you, NY' er!

[@bakashinigami19]

i love listening to the old songs and i’m teary eyed 🥺coz every year and every generation have passed, there’s always a song that will be replaced on a modern day. but i will still value and treasure the song that i’ve used to listen when i was child. and every time i hear the old songs at the present time, it brings me back a lot of memories. i hope they will not be forgotten in future 😢

[@mr.coralzinho11]

It's so amazing to listen all talents artists gather one only show, you're the guy Billy 😊

[@sandrafrench7789]

I really enjoyed this immensely.

[@peterwilson7340]

I remember going to a show in Auckland New Zealand at the Logan Campbell Center. Billy and his band played to about 500 people indoors before his career soared. Mid 1970s. Fantastic show, fantastic band and a legend of a man. At the end of the show he said " don^t take any shit from anyone." Tickets were $12. Still play all his L.P.s 45 years later.

[@benna4552]

Glad he’s been cleared , hope he can do more songs with Billy

[@theoreticaldoodles8909]

My faith in humanity has been restored

[@susanscottfarrell3713]

Year on year piano man is still wonderful. Hey Mr spacey is too. Canny believe how the years have flown

[@Anonamiss782]

Just watching this again and it always makes me feel good. I was 19 in 1987 I think it was, when Billy Joel played at Kooyong in Melbourne Australia and it was my first concert. It was awesome bcoz Kooyong was a lot smaller than I realised so even the cheap seats got a good view. Ask anyone who knows me they'll tell you my favourite singer is Billy Joel haha even my adult children know. Oh well, I can't help it if I know the words of all his song's. He was here in Melbourne Australia a few weeks ago and he still sounds like his records, no filters needed for BJ. Have a happy and safe 2023 all.

[@iainstewart9844]

Happy New Year to you from Spain. Belated, l know but just read your comments! Spain is colder than Scotland just now.😳

[@Anonamiss782]

@@iainstewart9844hello, happy belated new year to you too. I don't live in the UK, I live in Australia 🇦🇺🙂

[@TherealHooptdo]

I think the best part about this video, is the crowd just mouthing the lyrics at the beginning, then getting further into it (singing, waving, etc) as the song moves along. Truly a tune that brings everyone together, and you know everyone signing remembers where they've been when this song has come on

[@kponly]

This must have been amazing for Mr. Joel. The entire, diverse audience loving that piece of music and each person feels like it is there own. I'm surprised he didn't cry. He's made the world better.

[@kathigotthardt6568]

Herrliche Stimmung

[@mikawhofan]

I think this was one of my Dad's top 5 favorite songs. He would sing it every time on the radio.

[@MovieJunky21]

Kevin is the whole package of talent a badass actor

[@ernestonolte8791]

Piano Man is unique. Great music, from the heart !!

[@paolorevello9152]

I can't listenin' it without commotion.... simply perfetto.

[@James.B007]

Pianoman is the best song in my life. Thank you Billy.

[@ericthekingthekingtheking4842]

When you hear billy singing that song you realise what a great artist he is absolutely fantastic

[@lindaswift6486]

I love Billy Joel I'm 66 yrs old my son Callum is 31 yrs old it is his favourite song Just show old songs are the best piano man

[@TraceyBurgeson]

Awesomeness ❤ ‼️

[@vivianasantosb]

it's so beautiful to see tributes like this and see all the people singing along with so much passion and happiness. it must be amazing to see come to live a song again when they used to sing it when they were younger

[@MrJgreig72]

I got the chills.

[@chrispearce1009]

viviana santos wow. You are so correct. To see so much talent in a simultaneously loving piece of classic music is amazing. I love it so much and I send you my genuine love whoever you are. All of our lives are richer for people like this. God bless. X ☓

[@eliseomartinez7844]

I like too much this song, I hear every day, from Paraguay

[@Tanyabates-wb6ln]

Amazing, I'm from Maine,born..luv ya ❤

[@prasadshastri554]

Amazing. Billy Joel is genius and his music is addictive. Something to get high on 😊 the song to which I fell in love with the Piano.

[@JackiePhillipsTheSocialPet]

Wow! The amount of rehearsal and organization this took is amazing!!!

[@Pieter-ns5nv]

I dont know. I dont think they have much time for that. But good musicians can rehearse their own part on their own. And then perhaps have a day or two to put it together.

[@metalrooves3651]

Since it's so well known,l wouldn't be surprised if they didn't rehearse separately and in an hour they put it together..

[@JackiePhillipsTheSocialPet]

@Pieter Those are definitely all experienced musicians. Maybe they practiced together in small groups.

[@TheBoomhahaha]

Fun fact: the first note on the harmonica for this song is A minor. That's why Kevin Spacey was so good at blowing it

[@drtooth7505]

Ouch

[@chemprofsteph]

a minor is a chord, not a note

[@dababy6917]

Oh my god I’m dying

[@mightyatom1404]

Also looks like a masonic get together. Hope Billy has'nt sold his soul 😉

[@rocsto]

TheBoomhahaha lol

[@EduardoNavarro-u7e]

Piano man marcó una época y no se olvidará jamás.

[@kimmariefaber4636]

I have been listening to Billy Joel all my life; love his stories in his songs and that I can sing everyone :)

[@mikelane2791]

I play this again and again. Well done guys!!

[@DavidKowalczyk-n5j]

Listening in August 2024

[@hannesstuber222]

september!

[@FATBAZ01]

When you have a great song, you can please everybody, singalong and just enjoy it.. Class acts and Billy is one of the best there is.. Just class.

[@backroads6695]

This is definitely a timeless classic!

[@duncannorburn2991]

The Beatles, the stones, Billy Joel, the classics. INNOCENT man, the greatest song ever

[@reubination]

Every time I listen to this song it brings me to tears. I’m not sure why.

[@muzzaball]

coz it is a fabulous song, with great music and lyrics - and it tells a story; and I too share those tears! Another fav which brings a smile to my face is The Entertainer.

[@horaciogrillo1231]

Quien puede estar seguro? Es una mezcla. Tal vez la letra triste. La armonía del conjunto. La música melancólica. La tristeza que subyace a la alegría de la comunidad humana e inteligente que acompaña. El envejecimiento de algunos intérpretes que nos demuestran el fluir inexorable de la vida. El llanto de alguno de los espectadores. La soledad. Lo que pudo haber sido. Es una mezcla. Pero es vida y conciencia. Ambas cosas, antes o después, son dolorosas. Los artistas nos ayudan a sobrellevarlas. También, en el fondo, sentimos pena por ellos.

[@바람-z6o]

So am i... i don't know why but sad... ㅠㅠ

[@Helyob.castenelli3525]

Same here but I do know why, the person I fall in loved with first, loved this song.

[@andydkid]

Same here ! Brings back good memories and the bad ones that still need to be worked on.

[@damianalvarez9778]

I like to watch this video over and over again

[@josephl.pompeijr9073]

Godbless this song! Theres been times I felt down & out and this song came on! and a huge smile crossed my face.....

[@lindaxx6075]

Just seeing your comment now, if you ever need a chat just let me know 😉

[@HannaBec2]

I love this!!! Billy Joel must have been so proud to have all those great voices singing his music!! He looked happy!! :)

[@williamclement827]

First Billy Joel album I bought , still my favorite!

[@jacquelinefox2632]

All sing us a song... Thank you so much for an amazing concert. Xxxxx JFox Xxxxx

[@harbek2000]

Beautiful. Billy Joel and all his guests are just awesome. Thanks for this.

[@veronicalabrador1314]

Gracias..desde Bogotá..no me canso de escucharla muchas veces. Gracias

[@marychamberlain4586]

Me either. Love this! song

[@DAHwoman4u]

WOW I had goose bumps going up my back to my neck and through my shoulder blades. You could feel the energy coming right through the monitor. WOW! Im awestuck!

[@davidmoore1517]

Hello,how are you doing at the moment?

[@chrisshaw7235]

As a long term bartender, I understand this song big time. It is a reality and people just want to be part of something and get away from the drudgery of life for a time. Some of my best friends where bar patrons.

[@josephgello955]

This is on of the greatest songs. It's one of the songs if you are in a bar and it comes on the jukebox the hole bar gets up and sings.

[@TheMelody911]

This is such an happy face song! It always makes me smile when I hear it!

[@danlopezR]

I can't have enough of this rendition.

[@takeCofMT4]

初めて聴いたのが14歳。50歳を超えたけど、いまだに聴く。 いったい何回聴いてきたんだろう。 どれだけ勇気を貰っただろう。

[@thejoshsings9280]

Great job,everyone! Bravo! You made Billy Joel proud!

[@josephhaile2183]

Timeless & drove me back to my mid twenties:).

[@marychamberlain4586]

I just "dicovered" this. Was I to classical.

[@marychamberlain4586]

Loving it!

[@marytompkins-bv2iw]

Bring Kevin Spacey back! What a huge talent! Bravo!

[@adamkelly2399]

I had no idea. Very Impressive.

[@aoichan9131]

最高です٩(ᵔᗜᵔ*)و

[@DarrenCarrie]

Absolutely 👍 💯

[@margaretshaw4557]

This song is "Special" to our family. Never seen or heard this before!! Only Billy Joel x

[@miguelenutube]

This is such a classic!. This is a great version 😁

[@davidmoore1517]

Hello,how are you doing at the moment?

[@ianmcmaster274]

One of my ALL TIME favourites! All time great music. Billy just adds the honey

[@mattj929]

But it's ruined by the Scientology

[@deibysantamaria9557]

I love every minute of this video I adore Billy Joel and I love everyone who sang in this video ........ I love how touching this was and the audience was Fabulous

[@avrilmiller1684]

5m 5m my by by by by 5m u by by by G41 5RB z

[@angelsherrero5280]

Loved them since when, this piece is what one needs, standing in the middle of the night, no one around, facing the “three sisters”, in the lookout and jump!, jump to oblivion…

[@ashokbhattarai2483]

Great combination long live this song with great playing.

[@ricog8209]

I love me some Billy Joel. proboly one of the most underrated artist I know of..... Such great music and deep love songs.

[@marks4303]

As great as that was nobody can sing it like Billy can. Grew up on his music and it's timeless. Amazing job to all the artists

[@DerekHogg-ln5gz]

What a joy to watch this brilliant performance and a well deserved standing ovation from an obviously delighted audience. All the best from Scotland.

[@zigwoo999]

Love love love this song! And billy joel i think personally is sooooo underated by people.he is the true piano man and may he live on forever as the piano man.always loved your music mr joel,god bless you 👍❤️

[@michaelcurry2000]

This is wonderful ❤️❤️

[@tamsmd1]

I never get tired of viewing this . Absolutely AMAZING 🎹

[@davidmoore1517]

Hello,how are you doing at the moment?

[@gretelfernandez93]

I played my father's favorite song at his 70th birthday party, big billy I love it ❤