Billy Joel - The River of Dreams (Official HD Video)

[@JamesLaster_NW]

I remember waking up to this song one morning in the early 90's. I woke up just a few moments before 6am when the radio alarm clicked on and started playing this song. The best way I can describe it is that it felt like God had created that morning just for me. I'll don't think I'll ever forget that morning.

[@codered3009]

Wow that’s an amazing image x

[@CarolCampbell-zp5xf]

Absolutely ❤ this song makes you feel good🎉😅

[@juha2031]

You had me until you mentioned god.

[@Wellness_Wombman]

❤❤❤

[@iamthewerebear4837]

This is creepy. When I was very small, probably around 4, I woke up very early, walked out of my room and into the living room. It was dark. This music video was playing on the television and I have never forgotten that moment. I don't even know why it was so moving and impactful, but it was. It's been on my playlists since I have been able to download music.

[@edwinabeat]

My grandmother died three weeks ago and I chose to play this at her funeral because she used to dance with my brother and cousins and I to this song. I asked permission to organise her funeral because she was my best friend, confidant, and I simply just adored her. She loved this song. As the only Granddaughter, I felt it was my duty to organise a celebration of her life. I couldn't cope with my dad and his brother trying to organise a ceremony for her by themselves and didn't want them to choose the outfit she wore in her coffin. I chose a watermelon pink dress I knew she'd adore. She looked so beautiful and at peace. I spoke a eulogy and then my Dad did then I chose this song to pause and reflect on her views. I cried my eyes out because I knew she would like an upbeat song at her celebration. My Dad held my hand and told me I had made the most beautiful celebration of his mother's life he could ever imagine. There are a lot of reasons why I chose this song, and maybe some family members didn't love it, but it was true to her spirit. I hope she loved it. Thank you, Billy.

[@manorbier]

Thank you for your beautiful story 🙌

[@gabrielnico8784]

Hermoso! Ella está orgullosa de tí en otro plano😇

[@dd-bf3ch]

Bless you!! ❤️

[@maryshepard9951]

❤

[@Ig.bmwq2]

❤❤🎉

[@francellew2073]

What a beautiful song. I find myself listening music from the 80's, 90's and older, because the majority of the music nowadays is garbage.

[@GamingGalaxy-ff3vc]

100 percent I am young, and I even know that.

[@missyglittervlogs3543]

I grew up in the 80’s and early 90’s! And the music from that time period was amazing! So great choice! Music has always been my passion since I was a kid!

[@thecathancegroup]

He omitted the cowbell.

[@edwardlybrand3902]

A majority of music from every period was garbage. Just keep you mind and eyes open. There are Some absolute nuggets out right now.

[@thecathancegroup]

@@edwardlybrand3902 That's what I was saying.

[@Howard007]

BEST SONG EVER… it’s always been in the back of my head my whole life… in the middddle of the nightttt

[@blckwaterpark]

Same!!!

[@ryanmooney504]

omg. same! I always wonder why I'm always singing it

[@chriswalther7329]

This is REAL music

[@terezinhacavalcanti7363]

Concordo

[@ytstraightface]

I'm not a religious person at all, but this truly has a numinous beauty to it. A superb modern gospel.

[@ruicosta2894]

This song has 30 years....😊

[@scrubbingdoubles8585]

Jesus loves you Isaiah 41:10 Romans 3:23-24 John 3:16-17 Romans 8:35-39 Luke 23:42-43

[@vidia7400]

Billy Joel is atheist.

[@Jodes-y7b]

I am religious ❤and truly this is beautiful Gospel music 🎶

[@CTGnyc]

He’s a jew

[@PhotoMeLarry]

I come back and watch this video every year on my father's birthday. He was the preacher :) So glad this exists.

[@threalismaradona9899]

I was working in CT about the time Met the gent that played the preacher

[@PhotoMeLarry]

@@threalismaradona9899 :) makes me smile man especially that you recall that.

[@judyhurlock3468]

That is so cool. I love the words to this song and the beat.

[@deldridg]

What a lovely story and thanks. He looks like a lovely man. Was/is he still a preacher? Cheers from Sydney, Aust - Dave

[@PhotoMeLarry]

@@deldridg That's probably my favorite part of the story. They were coordinating with him to find the church and church people to use. When they asked him "well now do you know a preacher who can play the role?" he replied. "No, but I'll be there in 5 minutes". Dad was not a preacher, but he was a holy man. Thank you for asking :) My father passed away a few years ago.

[@TheCrosshare]

Woke up with this playing in my head at 5am, haven't listened to Joel in years. Been a hard few years and it hit different. I guess it's time to take a walk.

[@G-Whizs_Wizardry]

woke up to this song in my head today, dont listen to billy joel and probably havent heard the song in at least 15 years.....weird!!!

[@Islandkid679]

There's something absolutely uplifting about this song

[@kerstitekko2257]

True

[@Captain_Willard]

Gave me full body chills the first time I heard it

[@thomasyoung3268]

Yes. Its black.

[@Islandkid679]

@@thomasyoung3268 ok...?

[@School-Of-Thought]

It's the holy spirit working in you. God bless.

[@TheChaney]

A guy from Africa went to my college, he was ultra-brilliant, spoke like 8 languages, english was his Fifth or Sixth - but he would walk around just singing this to himself pretty much all day like it was no big deal. Spring Sing talent show rolls around and he gets on stage and sings it, halfway through the colleges vocal choir joined in with him. Good stuff.

[@nicholasmoose6574]

That is awesome.

[@1spiritdancer]

video PLEASE Chaney

[@TheChaney]

@@1spiritdancer This was waaaaaaaaaay back in 2006/7, becore camera phones were a major thinig, flip-phones were the biz. I will contact some folks and see if I can find it.

[@1spiritdancer]

Maybe the Brilliant guy from Africa is still up to some while singing why don’t you look them up I think I could use them for a project here in California

[@chichio9568]

Lovely story!I’m from Africa and have loved this song since the very first day I heard it!

[@markpatrie4867]

Although the video looks like it was filmed in the south it was actually shot on the Connecticut River. The bridge is the Providence & Worcester railroad bridge in Middletown Ct. Billy Joel was very familiar with the area & chose the locations himself. That's him shown in the little outboard on the river.

[@jamesholden4571]

There is a shot of the ferry slip for the South Glastonbury/Rocky Hill ferry across the Connecticut River two towns North of the Middletown bridge. I grew up in South Glastonbury, and my school bus used to pass the ferry road every day. Billy was HUGE in Glastonbury when I was in high school. I got to see him 5 times in concert. A friend of mine sang "I've Loved These Days" at the 1984 Glastonbury High School graduation.

[@th3hunter]

In the past when you was a kid, you listened to songs in the radio and never knew what was the name of many of them. Now I stumble with this song after 30 years, finally knowing it's name, and it's awesome. Today is a good day.

[@Jodes-y7b]

Good 😌

[@linas-oh3kq]

@th3hunter That's awesome! Their's nothing wrong with that. Keep the good vibes going and have a great day! 😊

[@joshuaary3191]

I beginning to learn that alot of the songs I like were sung by Billy Joel I never realized until now who sang them.

[@wesleymitchell311]

Leave without a trace But keep your paperwork safe

[@themanofcode4031]

That’s literally the exact same reason I started liking Billy Joel

[@RadeticDaniel]

Then you should probably try Tears for Fears (the band, not the song). Usually gives the same sensation and were mostly played in the same radios as Billy Joel.

[@joshuaary3191]

@@RadeticDaniel will do

[@themanofcode4031]

Daniel Radetic I’ll check it out

[@JL8n]

My son was born in 1993. This was playing in the operating room when he came into the world...❤️🙏🏻

[@angelajohnson3990]

Awwww That is so sweet!

[@pommiebears]

How lovely. My son came into the world with me threatening my husband and calling him....names. Lol. 🌹

[@stevenbradley6572]

In case you don't know, this is about his journey after he lost his son. This is why he speaks searching for something that can only be seen by the eyes of the blind, his spirituality, life after this and the river to the promised land. Let this be near and dear to your heart as well as a reminder of how short life can be. Best wishes to you and your son!

[@caterinascarcella]

Awe what did you name him?

[@isaiahl4715]

Lmao, I just play it when I wake up at 3 am to go pee

[@norbertschmitz3358]

I'm 67....been suffering from Depression all my life. Been searching for that elusive...what only the blind can see, in the middle of the night, ....all my life. And yes, I went through all the deep valleys....deeper than I like to remember....and still....I am looking for what? A little happiness perhaps? I my mind....I never found it...still searching.....that's why I love this song! Cheers

[@livetillyoudielovelife2299]

One of the horrible things about depression is we seem to be doomed to look for what we already have

[@norbertschmitz3358]

@@livetillyoudielovelife2299 You are absolutely right! We just can't feel or see real happiness, not all the love in the world can change that. Hence, we are condemned to search for that elusive happiness, which we will never find! That's why this song touched my soul. Searching for something.....I'll be listening to that song right now....😉😊😊 Cheers, and may you find what I'm still looking for.

[@livetillyoudielovelife2299]

Over the years depression can become a safe place to hide, a devil we know compared to a life outside depression that is filled with unknowns. Depression is a true monster that fills us with fear to keep us under its control.

[@wagnermotta2579]

God bless you, hugs from Brazil!

[@chris7574]

Peace and love! ✌🏻❤️

[@jamiepasquariello2652]

No one ever talks about his vocal abilities. One of the best to ever sing

[@lisafrances8051]

Oh definitely. His range and falsetto was beyond comparison to anyone…

[@Johnny96ri]

He'd tell you you're crazy.

[@bguts5584]

Y​@Johnny96ri he would he doesn't rate his voice at all. Says it all the time.he has a great

[@TamaraSueee]

Ohhh the 90s nostalgia…..we’re getting old guys…..it’s finally upon us

[@wcottee]

It's a shame that youth comes so early in life 🙂

[@travisthree11]

I'm only here now because I sought out a hot 100 playlist from 1993 for that sweet sweet nostalgia.

[@kitwarjri7086]

True n I'm so lucky to be living n listening to these guys in an era where songs n society r still clean.Wen I want to uplift myself I go back to listen to the artist frm my era n it really soothes n bring joy to my heart.

[@kitwarjri7086]

True n I'm so lucky to be living n listening to these guys in an era where songs n society r still clean.Wen I want to uplift myself I go back to listen to the artist frm my era n it really soothes n bring joy to my heart.

[@elizabethwitt2621]

​@@wcottee🤣🤣

[@stonestone1000]

Thank you Billy Joel, When I played this to my partner of 17 years Jeff, who had a stroke at 73, he suddenly remembered the words and started nodding his head to the beat - it was so...... moving....... thank you for this beautiful song. Natalie.

[@AnyaCardoso]

Natalie van den Blink I'm playing it for my dad in the hospital right now. He calmed right down. ❤

[@blackbearmage]

Natalie van den Blink sure

[@midnightmorpheus6789]

Natalie van den Blink I'm deeply touched by your comment. That's sooooo good 😊...Rob

[@bronzeblood]

Look lady I'm not interested aye you can fuck off. -Kain

[@kaingrant5805]

Michael Hayden I completely agree fuck off Lady

[@Willibrown1000]

All I need to get my ass moving is cup of java and Billy singing River. Hell, i might live four more years just on those two elements of energy, I am 76.

[@raunchdressing2204]

BILL! My friend, you got this! My dad LOVED THIS SONG, passed away in February at 70. Don't quit, my friend, you got this!!

[@beegee22]

May you live that and then a lot more! God bless.

[@oliveinsat566]

Long live Bill! 😊🥰

[@speedwheel1807]

You're living a good life, Bill. I can tell.

[@nicoleta3985]

Long live, Sir! The world sure needs your good energy ❤️

[@paulp3369]

This song makes me feel a little bit closer to God.

[@DeliMeatTree]

We're all god, God is us.❤

[@AdrianoTheOne]

​@DeliMeatTree No, we're not what you said isn't biblical at all

[@julierausch2244]

LOVE “this song make me feel a little closer to god.”

[@nickyfoggie3842]

my dad passed away about a month ago. this was one his most favourite songs and he used to play it all the time. i went to his funeral today and this song came on, i was crying so much but at the same time i was happy that this song was chosen for it all. i will always remember him now from this song and i will most likely cry every time i hear this song come on. goodbye dad, i’ll miss you :)

[@allegrawelly6597]

So sorry for your loss. I'm glad your dad had a nice send off and hope you can always hear this song and smile too.

[@maryjanegraham8656]

I’m so sorry for your loss but this is a Great song and singer

[@cherylgibson5765]

So sorry for your loss prayers sent great song

[@BCoriginal1]

I'm sorry for your loss.

[@annieoddo1475]

I’m sorry for your loss. My dad passed two years + four months ago. He was a musician, so… the music at the funeral had to be just right. It was one of the last things we could do for him. A couple of his oldest friends in the music business played at the funeral which honestly blew me away. I’m not sure I would have been able to do that! But we were so grateful and it was exactly what he would have wanted. You might still want to cry years down the road when you hear this song - that’s sort of how it’s gone for me. But ultimately it’s for a good reason. Music is medicine for the soul❤️

[@Gabe-g8g]

My dad bought this CD when it came out and I was still a little boy. Whenever we were in the car we would listen to this song and jam out. He just passed away of cancer and I cant listen to this without crying. It reminds me of him so much, all of the good times, his personality, his smile, everything. I played this at his service and it just fit so well. Beautiful song for a beautiful man...

[@alemlema2791]

🤗🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@Scratchingforcash]

Sorry bro, I kinda have the same scenario

[@jeffcrumpley1120]

I'm sorry for your loss I've went through the same thing this year

[@thelizzievb]

Aww

[@Cekmore]

🤧🤧👊🍻🐈🔥

[@happygirl532]

My son of 36 years passed on recently, when I hear this song it reminds me of him..Miss you my Son..

[@billyjoel2705]

Don't be surprised ok, it's true I don't usually do this. But the pandemic has really tore everything apart leaving lots of people depressed and sad. That's why am pasting my personal email address here via: [e-mail] to enable you share your opinions about my songs or send personal message you wish to share with me. I can't still appreciate everyone of you enough for the unconditional love and massive supports ❤️ it's because of you am here today. I hope you won't stop listening and supporting my songs.

[@JourneyLiveCompilations]

My condolences

[@paulp3369]

Sometimes, a reply to a 2 year old comment is just the reminder that your heart is looking for.

[@amirmoay1]

So sorry 😢 for you loss, I'm sure he is smiling at you

[@lesleyannefaith3552]

🥹😢🙏🏻❣️🇨🇦

[@robertforster8984]

This is my favorite Billy Joel song. No contest.

[@lisafrances8051]

Same!!!

[@freedom4mealways]

Three decades back, Bill Joel provided pop fans the "River Of Dreams"! Time Flies!

[@nathanieldaiken1064]

One of the G.O.A.T.S.: greatest of all time songs!

[@jimmyjimmerson484]

Nathaniel Aiken you could not be more right

[@christianebourmans1849]

Jimmy Jimmerson

[@Burns1993Joe]

Nathaniel Aiken from one of the G.A.O.A.T: greatest artists of all time

[@dorarouzi]

I agree, I always loved it!

[@leftyy_3840]

Ew

[@bouchetouche]

As a child I had a hard time falling asleep at night, especially by myself. My brother used to put this on at night to help me sleep. Still comforting ☺️

[@jeffmonroe6317]

I shared a room with my brother growing up. I've asked him, and he denied owning it, but when I was 7 ir 8 I remember digging through our closet and found a blank tape with two songs on it. This was on one side and GnR's Sweet Child O Mine on the other. Since then, to this day, my favorite band has always been Guns N' Roses and I've always had unapologetic respect for Billy Joel. Whenever Elton John comes on the radio or somebody mentions him, my first response is always on the line of, "I like Billy Joel better." Lol.

[@melg1329]

Isn't it just.

[@gachakeaoshi384]

You have the best brother let him know it

[@bisheshlamichhane1579]

Billy Forever

[@frankfollett7503]

It can only be see n by the eyes of the blind in the middle of the night.

[@Replayer101]

This guy has got a lot of hits. Amazing

[@jamesscannell2433]

.

[@harishmahadevan9170]

U don’t know billy Joel ??!!!

[@fredriklindholm9046]

This guy haha :D

[@hotajax]

Do you think?

[@patricemarie2960]

YEAH AMAZING .... YES TALENT! ...... WOW ...... MUSICIAN!

[@bixby9797]

Billy Joel, Elton John...true giants of our era. Any singer/song writer would kill to have just one of their song credits

[@cmissshelleymichelle]

Bernie Taupin for Elton John

[@growgang_lc1978]

What's wild is I never knew the music video was recorded in Connecticut. I drive under that train bridge they're on at 0:30 legitimately every other day, that's insane.

[@fatheroffab]

I'm searching for something. That can only be seen...by the eyes of the blind.

[@jamestierney2531]

I’ve been a fan of Billy Joel for years, but seeing this video was a reminder of how unfair life is. Specifically, it is not fair that a single individual should be endowed with such remarkable songwriting and musical performance talents. He has produced so much great music that it’s sometimes hard to keep track of it all. Seeing this video reminded me of his creative use of a “gospel-like” backing choir in this terrific song. My thanks to whoever posted the video…and all good wishes to Billy. He is in the Pantheon with great American songwriters like Jerome Kern, Irving Berlin, George and Ira Gershwin. He is a national treasure.

[@garyschultz883]

Mr.Joel has TALENT.... i agree with you 💯%

[@jimmehlich6093]

I agree

[@topspotstables]

If you have this much appreciation for this talented man…. You need to look up his newest song “turn the lights back on”… and get your Kleenex 🥹

[@Metallian81]

Billy Joel has had so many great songs throughout the decades but this has always been in my list of favorites. The Piano Man has something special in his music and I always find his music uplifting.

[@Boomommapop]

Woke up this morning after years of not listening to this song and all of a sudden the lyrics were pouring out. I think my Dad was singing in my ear. God, I miss you.

[@courtnyjoaquim6356]

How funny, getting ready for bed and the exact same thing happened to me. First thing i thought, "pops is taking to you" ♥️

[@Diana-ss9bo]

Valley of fear... Gospel!!! Jungle of doubts Hallelujah, glory, glory!

[@Tasoq]

"We all end in the ocean We all start in the streams We're all carried along By the river of dreams" My favourite part.

[@bobblueford]

3:00 Love that shout!

[@folabiogundipe3200]

Best

[@mrsjones4034]

Yes indeed

[@michaelbodine6142]

It references abt fish in streams, GREAT lyrics.

[@dnathaly]

this song reminds me of my dad!🥹 he used to listened to this every night and i loved it!!

[@Tigers_and_Tarot]

He said he heard this song in a dream and when he woke up he grabbed a tape recorder and started singing what he could remember. I think the angels gave him this song to share with the world.

[@adrianrodriguez3633]

Que lindo.

[@tamarapetrov4990]

The angels dont sell songs.... but the devil is known to.... no wonder I love him ;)

[@Unknown_77882]

Most of the greatest Inventions have come from dream's check out Einstein an the periodic table

[@kd3283]

There are no devils or angels, just humans

[@Anthony-qy6ml]

@@tamarapetrov4990 Angels inspire. And THAT is one inspirational song. Beautiful🥰 LOVE & PEACE to all.

[@dandelugach4357]

Billy Joel has had a mountain of classic tunes over the years...This song is one of his best!

[@Оливера-к6б]

Dzabe me macite, od Mene samo izleva dobro 🇲🇰

[@Оливера-к6б]

Ima si takvi, ne sme Taj vek

[@randymack2972]

top 12 man . . . .yup .- seriously . . . .he has that many rip-ass tunes that even this one doesn't even make my top-ten .

[@maduro169]

One of my favorites .But I just love the video !!!!

[@jack-fu2mb]

I prefer my life, always a woman, piano man and we didn’t start the fire but this would defo be like top 5

[@lilianamarottocaetano7033]

Impossible not to be in love with this song! It's a lot of talent!

[@JoanMoreauyt]

Tu as bien raison

[@janewarring5329]

Billy Joel was and is still one of the best!

[@kerstitekko2257]

Agreed

[@ibojacurcic9842]

So much true! You cannot have that feeling......just with any song.

[@robindew9072]

Billy is so talented. He's a living legend. He's a spectacular musician . Seen him 3 times in concert. Never disappointed. Absolutely amazing

[@tnmt368]

Phil Collins too

[@Baba_cmn]

I’m here at 2am in the morning listening to this in the middle of the night

[@SpongeBobFan-li4qd]

Wouldn’t that need to be at middle night though.

[@Artsy2000Pink]

Sadly, that wouldn't be in the night....That would be in the morning 😂

[@philhipp7766]

*in the middle of the night*

[@trickster_zxz2701]

who needs sleep with this type music

[@savebueler]

HELL YEA

[@lloydshanahan154]

well folks, Billy Joel's final Album and last big hit is now 30 years old. Feeling old yet?

[@elizabethwitt2621]

A young kind of old, but always younger listening to Billy. 🎹😎♥️

[@marychapman8286]

So true. I was in Walmart this week and this song came on over their public address speakers and I literally started dancing in the aisle. I am 81! 😊

[@RichardWhite-i1f]

30 years ago and here it is 2024 and he still sells out arenas.

[@RazzyBJD]

This was my dad's favorite song, and he passed away recently. This beautiful song is now more precious to me than I ever imagined.

[@TAG-rq7ii]

Sorry for your loss, may he rest in everlasting peace

[@annesummers09]

One of the best songs he ever wrote. And there were many.

[@dsndansegovnetwork4054]

The bridge they are on at 0:31 is in Portland CT. I go there countless times it’s so nice especially at night. It’s crazy to think I stood where Billy Joel stood.

[@bekirkaya2690]

ur lucky

[@dsndansegovnetwork4054]

Bekir Kaya I am very, you should go sometime. It’s so nice at night

[@natemosimann8709]

I live right across from it

[@ouroboros1409]

Mr Joel, I am from China and this is the first time I have watched this video, although I have been a big fan of the song previously. I have to admit - the video wasn't what I imagined it to be just listening to the song.. But to me that's the great thing about your music. I appreciate the American motifs you embed in your songs but to me the message in your lyrics transcend the American experience. I just find it fascinating that I as a native Chinese speaker, living in a totally alien culture from you, can find a connection in the words of this song

[@phamhd1678]

That was beautifully written and reminds me of my thinking about cultures like Chinese Kenyan English Spanish etc

[@pepitalinda5964]

ouroboros1409 it was great to read your comment buddy...

[@Warchief01]

ouroboros1409 Between different cultures and countries governments cause most of the trouble. The people for the most part could get along. Just like this music.

[@willdan5208]

Warchief01 ..Haha that is said by war chief 01..:P

[@claudiodaniel798]

ouroboros1409 weŕe all carried along . by the river of dreams......

[@susankelley3787]

Billy Joel gave the greatest, most exciting performance I've ever seen. It was New Haven Coliseum around 1989. Then came this song, his greatest accomplishment ever. He's an awesome poet, this is one of greatest songs I've ever heard. Keep going Billy! Keep us going.

[@marcela.lalala]

And he still gives his best! saw him last year in Austin when he came for F1 event. He is an amazing performer.

[@dawnboyer3190]

I had the pleasure of seeing him in 2021 in Cincinnati. He had such a way of talking and joking with the audience. A fair majority of the songs he took a poll on which between two songs we wanted to hear. I got to hear him play a majority of my faves, including this one. 💛

[@dennisoconnor6013]

verdad!

[@dennisoconnor6013]

@Joel Billy Thanks Billy. You touch my soul.

[@maxcole4579]

I used to have trouble falling asleep as a child, but then my brother would put this song on and id fall right to sleep right away! but have awful nightmares. Worth it I guess

[@JeffWalker-qp7bk]

If someone played me this before bedtime I'm straight out of bed and start singing

[@Bass.Player]

This is an outstanding song, makes you want to stand up and sing!

[@rkernell]

At least clap...

[@janemercer2201]

And dance ❤

[@randymack2972]

yup . . .and why not . . . .everyone else is . . .

[@marychapman8286]

In Wal-Mart no less. I am 81!!😊

[@1980sMusic]

hi stranger, if you’re reading this. i just wanna tell you that you matter and you’re important ❤ i know you are tired,, but please never give up. okay? i believe you can do it :) and i’m proud of you!! even though i dont know you. always think positive and ignore the negativity that surrounds you. focus on positive side and the things that makes you happy. you are doing great hun. 😙 let’s keep going. we can get through this together. you are worth it. sending virtual hugs to everyone 🥰🤗have a good sleep tonight. tell your loved ones that you love them. sweet dreams my dear~ always smile 😊

[@MoonBatFox]

2 years later and you reached me. Thank you 😊 you as well

[@maryshepard9951]

❤

[@ingelalager7080]

[@yasminanoir]

❤ same to you 😊

[@elsieolan9201]

Beautiful and inspiración for my ❤ and soul. Thank you. My Blessings😊

[@ChristineSmuniewski]

This is the first song I recall hearing during my childhood. My dad would play it over and over in his truck on the cassette player. I always think of this song when I think about my Dad.

[@Sscars2099]

Same here but it was my mom.

[@juiicyxox]

Same here! But for my grandpa :) It was his fav song.

[@Sscars2099]

Seems like we all had someone that liked a great song!! 😄

[@alfredomedina6269]

Que hermoso recuerdo ... debe ayudar a tu felicidad !!

[@Zenith500]

same here! I was 5 when this came out but I specifically remember hearing this on the radio when my mom and I ate at Captain D's ....lol

[@janekey3929]

2024 This is so uplifting.

[@richardbarth918]

My mother just passed. I as a kid always remember her loving this song and singing when it came on the radio. Rest easy mom. Love you.

[@billyjoel4332]

Sorry for the lost 😔 Thank you for being a wonderful fan. I appreciate your comment. I hope you are having a good day? Thank you so much for the love and support,God bless you💕❤💕🥰💕

[@garywillmoth886]

Lovely 😊

[@crustycurmudgeon2182]

You're a good son. I sing with it, too. Butcher it quite well.

[@3847CAK]

I'm younger. Listened with my Grandpa!

[@cybercomets7260]

bro you literally wanna made me cry in middle of a night 😢 for real.. its 12:23 right now...

[@leelowry6635]

I hope people finally realize what a musical genius Billy Joel is. He could play every instrument on this trak. Do all the arrangement himself. And still look cool af in a pair of raybans.

[@FOZROE]

You say it like there are people that dispute this?

[@ilotitto]

Everybody looks cool in a pair of RayBans

[@jaydlytning]

Did he really? That would be interesting. It is impressive, but you don’t have to be a genius to play all the instruments on this track, you just need basic knowledge of them all. Now writing a hit song, that’s different!

[@markforrest9958]

I'd not heard this song in years. Then I found it and realised I knew every word. A classic. ❤️

[@cotygelowitz8514]

It's always a good feeling when that happens right?!

[@davea1771]

A testament to Billy Joel's greatness. I always find myself remembering the words to most of his songs while I sing along, even though my initial thoughts are "Oh yeah, I remember this one. Haven't heard it in years."

[@glennso47]

I heard this while shopping at Walmart today.

[@868CLOUD]

December 2024....still an all-time classic.

[@dharmadharma3960]

I prayed for an angel to send me a message in my sleep and I woke up to this song in my head.

[@sgtpepper1138]

Fun fact, Billy pretty much came up with this in his sleep.

[@mikeyates7931]

The Lord works in mysterious ways , my friend

[@SummerRain368]

Pay attention to the important lyrics. 🌟

[@giulianolupoli7359]

I wait a message from my father! I miss him tremendly!

[@EnigmaGirl831]

This song still gives me goosebumps. It's that good. 😊

[@karineaudet6270]

Hump

[@nedleyolpal]

Same here, the only up tempo song to ever do that, I remember hearing it first time on the radio in 1993, I didn’t think any song could ever top An Innocent Man, and here we are.

[@agdgdgwngo]

Gives me a borderline painful lump in my throat. Really beautiful melody, lyrics, lead and backing vocals.

[@PartySpock]

Me too 👍

[@peacefulprotest7382]

Why don't I remember going for my walks in the middle of the night?😢

[@abhishek-euphony-and-euphoria]

In the middle of the night I go walking in my sleep From the mountains of faith To the river so deep I must be looking for something Something sacred I lost But the river is wide And it's too hard to cross Even though I know the river is wide I walk down every evening and I stand on the shore I try to cross to the opposite side So I can finally find out what I've been looking for In the middle of the night I go walking in my sleep Through the valley of fear To a river so deep I've been searching for something Taken out of my soul Something I'd never lose Something somebody stole I don't know why I go walking at night But now I'm tired and I don't want to walk anymore I hope it doesn't take the rest of my life Until I find what it is that I've been looking for In the middle of the night I go walking in my sleep Through the jungle of doubt To a river so deep I know I'm searching for something Something so undefined That it can only be seen By the eyes of the blind In the middle of the night I'm not sure about a life after this God knows I've never been a spiritual man Baptized by the fire, I wade into the river That runs to the promised land In the middle of the night I go walking in my sleep Through the desert of truth To the river so deep We all end in the ocean We all start in the streams We're all carried along By the river of dreams In the middle of the night

[@dancingnature]

Gloria it’s not Marie , always loved the last line of this song from a that old doo wop song

[@puchuluvbaby]

🤝🇮🇳🤝🇮🇳

[@marcemiss]

Thanks!

[@kamillasorrentino4085]

Thanks

[@elenaballestero2611]

💖

[@RodrigoFaustini]

One of the greatest musics of all time! Billy was really inspired when created it.

[@adamhall5427]

My mom loved this song, had it played as we was walking in at her funeral, I sang every word walked out in tears. Love you mother duck xx

[@VictoryWithTobias]

A true beauty of a song - just fills me to the brim like no other ! God bless Billy Joel !!

[@adriennewaithe4236]

It’s 2023, and still this masterpiece fills my broken heart with hope.

[@invader7191]

Why is your heart broken?

[@briangarrow448]

May your heart heal and you find peace and happiness.

[@ginawever6016]

I feel you!!!! 💔

[@codered3009]

Never loose hope x

[@poisondwarfnz3837]

All humans will experience a broken heart, many more than once. It stinks, for sure, but you Will Dance again.

[@dennisroman1171]

My grandfathers favorite songs, he didn’t have too many. I miss you abuelo!!

[@boogieboy612]

I love this track,it takes me to a place that is sacred and personal.If this was to be the last track i would ever hear,i would like it to be so loud.

[@maddiexx3396]

+kevin tyrrell Know what you mean ;-)

[@allwellbud]

+kevin tyrrell haha yes, I was in shopping groceries and all, I was done buying when this played in the mall, I was just roaming around till this finishes and came home and opened youtube to check what song is it.

[@katsii1]

+kevin tyrrell yes

[@kaydensarjantson845]

You are great guy Billy Joel

[@rebeccarodgers3649]

“I’m not sure about a life after this god knows I’ve never been a spiritual man.” Love this lyric and Billy Joel your a legend.

[@mirnaalmada1828]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@LiamRedmondVideo]

One of the most spiritual songs out there. Really uplifting.

[@judithpachler7528]

Billy isn't religious, i know :D Joel means "God is God" in Hebrew.

[@LiamRedmondVideo]

Judith Pachler Religion and spirituality aren't always the same thing

[@judithpachler7528]

Honestly i'm so glad that Billy isn't religious.

[@duncan3998]

It gives that positive vibe

[@reefratsclark5404]

Only be seen by the eyes of the blind .. How cool is that !!! Classic

[@imnotmitchell3300]

Billy Joel you the best singer ever!!!!!!!

[@djbis]

I remember hearing this as a kid, maybe 11 years old then, (it played on the radio in Costa Rica) and being so captivated by the sounds and the soul within it, starting with the percussion track. Only thing was, I could not understand a lick of English then! Fast Forward 10 years and I was in the US, when I heard it by chance on the radio again, I was now able to understand most of the song. Making sense of its lyrics I was able to understand what it said and why it was so touching to me. It felt as if somehow I already knew what it meant, musically speaking. But the lyrics only added more depth to the great emotion and soul of this great song. It always gets me right in the heart.

[@michael3270]

❤

[@veryrancid3128]

great story!

[@JayAyers]

I was about 8 or 9 when I heard this song back in the 90s. I had no idea what he was singing about and I speak English. As an adult I understand. It's one of those songs where experience opens up a huge part of its meaning. Love your story. I never knew the song reached out that far.

[@mdvids4397]

DUDE. GET A LIFE.

[@reckitralph1802]

A feeling of not being whole 😔 but not knowing what your missing . Wonder if he found what he was looking for .

[@Poet1k]

If you listen to enough Billy Joel, I think it's impossible not to become a Billy Joel fan..

[@iancohen7004]

Agree.

[@shannonborck757]

Ra Poetik Music completely agree, he's amazing no matter what age you are

[@bushbear7074]

If you listen to enough Billy Joel, you probably already were a Billy Joel fan.

[@pamelamacneil3950]

Well said!

[@camilarondon3470]

So true!

[@dudoklasovity2093]

this song is eternally spiritual in essence ❤️

[@stevenbrowning3971]

It is 2023 and I still come here and listen to this classic,64 yrs old and this song still gets my vibes going

[@vutomikhangala5556]

It's 2023, i'm 29 yrs old from South Africa. I fell in love with the song when i was around 12 yrs old. It featured on a TV ADVERT.. ❤❤❤

[@akiemartin8880]

Just a ferry good song...

[@akiemartin8880]

Just a ferry good song...

[@ncuzas760n]

Here!!! Hi!!.... I'm lot less than 64, but still have loved Billy's music for many years....❤

[@ncuzas760n]

​@@akiemartin8880😉❤️

[@brucerobinson9321]

A good description of life: We all end in the ocean All start in the streams We're all carried along By the river of dreams

[@jsinitials1488]

I like the like the line: can only be seen by the blind.

[@q-force4373]

Bruce Robinson Why ends all in the ocean?

[@wilfrededwards7554]

KZbin Eddie Lovette

[@sharonann3344]

Q - Force maybe that's why I like the ocean so much there is something about the sea to me

[@tomekwatkins9302]

Pięknie:)

[@dk-bm4ke]

One of my fav artists of all time.

[@LilPersey]

I had a dream of a beautiful song , woke up n forgot it, it was something the world had never heard & I was gonna turn it into a masterpiece, it was an acapella song. Now I had to search ppl who dreamt of songs & made them, thinking they'll make me remember, I'm stumbling upon beautiful masterpieces like this 🔥♥️

[@LewisHamilton_edits]

River of dreams lyrics Enjoy! In the middle of the night I go walking in my sleep From the mountains of faith To the river so deep I must be looking for something Something sacred I lost But the river is wide And it's too hard to cross Even though I know the river is wide I walk down every evening and I stand on the shore I try to cross to the opposite side So I can finally find out what I've been looking for In the middle of the night I go walking in my sleep Through the valley of fear To a river so deep I've been searching for something Taken out of my soul Something I'd never lose Something somebody stole I don't know why I go walking at night But now I'm tired and I don't want to walk anymore I hope it doesn't take the rest of my life Until I find what it is that I've been looking for In the middle of the night I go walking in my sleep Through the jungle of doubt To a river so deep I know I'm searching for something Something so undefined That it can only be seen By the eyes of the blind In the middle of the night I'm not sure about a life after this God knows I've never been a spiritual man Baptized by the fire, I wade into the river That runs to the promised land In the middle of the night I go walking in my sleep Through the desert of truth To the river so deep We all end in the ocean We all start in the streams We're all carried along By the river of dreams In the middle of the night

[@bestofworld90]

Bravo thank you 💯

[@reginagovett]

Thanks for putting these lyrics up

[@DrDeepak_Sharma]

Thank you

[@nomadsoulxyz]

Thanks xxx

[@kimberlyhenderson7604]

Thanks for the lyrics. I have been singing this wrong.

[@Scratchingforcash]

My dad birthday is today. January 22, 2021 He died in 2010, he absolutely loved this song Happy New Year to all, I know I’m a little late.

[@lqyla444]

i’m so so sorry for your loss, i’m a few days late but happy birthday to him. happy new year! i wish the best for you

[@jeffbornes3986]

My heart goes out to you... may God bless you

[@douglastan9146]

Sorry for your loss! Bless your heart, your father's in a better place now and will always be watching over you, stay strong!

[@Scratchingforcash]

@@douglastan9146 thank you very much. Your comment couldn’t have came at a better time. I really appreciate it. I hope this message finds you well.

[@duncan3998]

Oh, cool. He was a Aquarius like Axl Rose.

[@melissafarooq6391]

One of many favorites, I have extreme social anxiety. I made myself take choir in high school. I sang this during a competition. Memories 😊

[@martyncivil45]

going to see him in Cardiff on 9th August! Legend!

[@theforgottentruth1978]

Man this song uplifts the soul. Men and Ladies keep your heads up. Everything's gonna be 👍. GOD loves us so let's pass his love to each other. On a side note, THEY JUST DON'T MAKE MUSIC LIKE THEY USED TO. ....... GOOD CHEERS AND LIFE TO ALL!

[@darceysmyth4169]

Such a unique song. Never gets old!

[@DyreStraits]

Yeah I remember the day the moment and where I was when I heard River of Dreams for the first time. Almost 30 years later.

[@nataliaforerosanchez]

yes, this song brings me peace when I am sad or worried about something

[@iamdino0]

"I don't know why i've been walking at night but now i'm tired and i don't wanna walk anymore" i want this written on my tombstone

[@rebelliousrelle8202]

This is about him sacrificing his soul u kno.n his demons haunting him at night in his dreams

[@tesscastro2652]

❤😊 I've saved this, and return to ot every so often... play it on my Birthday EVERY YEAR snd im 65! ❤ love Joel n this my#1 of his!!

[@brianadiscuillo7249]

They filmed this video around the town where I grew up. When I feel homesick I just watch this and all is right in my world ❤️

[@inviduallytwisted5423]

Same here

[@phyllisollari6538]

Me too! Come On Over. I basically grew up on the Connecticut River.

[@inviduallytwisted5423]

@@phyllisollari6538 Hi, (It's Mark)

[@smarshall83]

I loved this song when it first came out, I told my dad everytime the add for the Album came on TV, he would just smile. He bought me the cassette of the album for Christmas that year. I lost him on the 19th of May this year, this song always reminds me of his smiling face. Rest easy dad x

[@mrsreddick4645]

This song just came to mind tonight. Look at all these comments. Well deserved. Amazing tribute 🙏🏽

[@monicaholmes5531]

billy joel is just one of the Great ones

[@noana9365]

"In the middle of the night" 🎶❣

[@kyriaStrange]

Billy Joel is a fucking legend. Hasn't made any new albums in over 20 years and he's still relevant to today. This man deserves a fuckin movie js #BillyJoel4Ever

[@c5d53g2e]

Amen

[@lizalewis9270]

I agree! #BillyJoel4ever

[@Tolstoy111]

Almost 30 years.

[@stuartmunro6027]

Yea man.. he is a fuckin legend and will remain one till the end of fuckin time... All his fuckin songs are awesome lyrically and fuckin melodically... Fuck yea.. oh yea fuck!

[@Nokhem612]

Take it easy man🤣

[@LuzMaria95]

This song is so good. Makes me feel like I need to go to church lol ♥️

[@IrishScribbler]

Which is ironic considering Billy Joel is an atheist.

[@paulp3369]

You don't have to go to church to feel the love that God has for you.

[@JaminBaker]

@@paulp3369 go to church

[@melawmoniac]

Coming to read comments on Billy Joel videos is a good way to restore faith in humanity. Such positive energy and good vibes here. Love Billy, love his music and the wide variety of emotions his songs can evoke in people. ❤️

[@hallotschuss7536]

Monserrat Fallas Madrigal yeah the best comments on youtube are always from music videos, and the very best are the comments from billy joel music videos

[@thespammerhammer]

Anyone that has come here is looking for peace, coming back to cleanse a heart and soul. This is when you remember the ones you love. There may something spiritual, inspirational but there is something, just a pull with a touch while floating down the river of dreams.

[@potent_delusions4977]

How anyone can dislike this song is honestly beyond me. It's spiritual, has superb music, Billy Joel sings like he's singing for his life, the lyrics are excellent, he sings it with such conviction that you believe he means every word. I've only just recently found this song and I can say it's one of my favourite songs of all time already.

[@alt4388]

Because some people don't like spiritual music.

[@gaiagreen2690]

Actually, I don't think that it is the music itself but the atmosphere and the images in the video that people dislike. They very likely associate the song with a specific geography and a way of life, and those are in turn associated with negative things that have been happening during these last few years. I have witnessed this reaction twice, where people said that the song in itself is beautiful, but that the images remind them of certain things they are confronted with daily, tired of and wish to avoid. This is how human brain works - even though the sound is superb and uplifting, to those whose subconsciousness finds the images disturbing, it will cause an emotional reaction of uneasiness and overpower the positivity. It is called association, it is emotional rather than rational and it is NOT wilful. Sometimes, everyday's negativity creeps in and spoils most beautiful things.

[@UMHurricanes05]

Masterpiece !

[@0311Mushroom]

Even over 25 years later, I think this is his best song. It was incredibly under appreciated at the time.

[@dnrc]

hey, i'm not sure i agree with you. i was a teenager at the time and i absolutely loved this tune!

[@0311Mushroom]

@@dnrc it was underappreciated. It peaked at 3, was considered a flop. Is why he has never released a new song since .

[@mrdandrea]

@@0311Mushroom no that's not why, even in the album it says that these are his final words. he's writing, but they're instrumental classical styles. He says that his songs are like his kids when he hears them on the radio and he roots for them. This is often played, but he's got many standards over the years.

[@pistachiosandpopcorn7146]

Tell her about it is still my fav. Best beat.

[@mrdandrea]

@@pistachiosandpopcorn7146It is smooth number, a natural beat. It's hard for me to pick a favorite. Depends on the mood. I think over the years, "Just the Way You Are" has had the most air time played on the radio, along with "Piano Man" and of course his #1 still rock-n-roll was a huge smash at the time, ironically without piano accompany. Yet, there's so many more. Stinking good talent.

[@charleskandrut7022]

Billy Joels music is fantastic!!

[@monicapeynetsa3261]

Mr Besser if your reading this thank you for making my last year of high school a blast, I love you and miss you bro your the best teacher I've ever had and this song will always remind me of you no matter what just like you always said "for those about rock..., we salute you" - sincerely - Arek Peynetsa

[@c5d53g2e]

This is perhaps the greatest song of the 90's. It will be a sad day in the music industry when The Piano Man retires. An entire generation is going to grow up NOT knowing Billy Joel, and that breaks my heart. I have seen Billy 15 times in 20 years. My first concert was in Shea Stadium, and my last concert was The Last Play at Shea Stadium. Full circle. Pardon me while I go cry.

[@gardetto265]

No one will forget the great hilly joel

[@c5d53g2e]

@@gardetto265 you mean Billy Joel