Billy Joel - Turn the Lights Back On (Full Performance at Grammy2024)

Billy Joel performed Turn the Lights Back On for the first time in public at Grammy Awards 2024
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[@DavidKoff]

Who in the FUCK waits 30 years between releasing pop songs and then CRUSHES it with an instant classic? Billy frikkin' Joel, that's who. What an all-time great song from an all-time great musician, performer, and song-writer.

[@icedferrari5695]

Yea this song gonna linger around just like piano man is, it’s too good

[@Zangler123]

word

[@LarVikCar]

Billy Joel and Abba :).

[@LeslieHestonJavan]

Billy was waiting on a Freddy Wexler to come along to inspire him.

[@BabyLambCreations]

To think Billy Joel hasn't written a song in 30 years, and now he has released a brand-new song that is already amazing and shows he never lost his touch. The Piano Man's still got it and I love every minute of this epic live performance of "Turn the Lights Back On".

[@AarosConcerts]

An it sucks as much as all his other stuff! He hasn’t lost a step at makin suckage

[@stevebenger8343]

The only thing that sucks is your stupid opinion.

[@laerwen]

@@AarosConcerts you haven't lost a step at being a troll, though.

[@John-du6ec]

​@@AarosConcertsstick to your failure shift(y)

[@kevinnelson66]

Somebody's jealous.

[@ctbadger]

Ditch that pitch corrected single and release this one instead. This is the real Billy, the one we’ve loved for decades. He doesn’t need some producer deciding to make the pitch perfect and suck all of the feeling an emotion from Billy’s voice. This version gave me goosebumps. The “official release” didn’t.

[@shortferal]

AMEN TO THAT.

[@justinvanveenar2953]

Proof that old Artists still belong and Fit in with this generation

[@JB-ti7bl]

Classic Rock music needs someone to breathe life back into it. We're all sick of the hippity-hop bull crap.

[@justinvanveenar2953]

@@JB-ti7bl Amen 💯💯

[@hidetoshitakahashi3881]

A big difference between Billy Joel and today's modern singers is that he stays true to himself, good or bad, and he sings from his heart. No BS. I can say that a lot of people who are in a relationship or married, can relate to this song. He went through a lot in his private life and it shows in this song. It took him 17 years till he finally turned the lights back on but I'm glad he did. I think he held on to a small hope and a piece of passion somewhere in his heart but he never gave up. When he saw a light at the end of the tunnel, it's show time! And at his age, his voice is still surprisingly good and I hope he's found a new passion for song writing again. Billy Joel, I wish you nothing but a good health and another round of success. God bless you!!

[@andrewdunn49ers]

Billy is the f’in man

[@triplejazzmusicisall1883]

As a person he stands out as normal amongst all those show ponies with their perfect teeth, glamour, and vacant brains. Hollywood and stardom seems increasingly to have grown in vanity and veneer over substance They eother fawn of each other or make political statements on issues they know nothing about. But not Billy or those of his era. Not only that but more importantly the music then was 10x better and of utmost importance. What a brilliant performance and his vocal is just amazing. Have a great weekend.

[@evandegenfelder4554]

I agree with your comment about anyone in a relationship or marriage can relate to this beautiful song. I read the lyrics the day it "dropped" and was stunned at what the song says and how it completely reflects a struggle my husband and I find ourselves in. I showed my husband the lyrics and we read them together. He said, "Did Billy write these words for me to say to you?" And, literally two seconds after he said that, "Turn The Lights Back On" began playing on our car radio. It was the most eerie and beautiful/painful thing; I'm still trying to believe it happened, but it did. I've been a loyal fan of Billy's since Piano Man. His music (along with Elton, Boz and others) truly has been the sound track of my youth. Just love the guy and this song.

[@joe-vz6hx]

A big difference between Billy Joel and today's modern singers is that he can actually sing. Even in his diminished state, he's far better than most out there. No comping, quantization, etc required.

[@trekkiejunk]

@@joe-vz6hx -- But see, that's just not true. Do you ever watch Fil's channel here? He talks about how pop singers today CAN sing, and sing well. Yet production still dictates the use of pitch correction. There were PLENTY of bands of the 60's through 80's who had singers that were far from great, in a technical sense, but their expression was what made them great. I love the Beatles, but do you think John had a beautiful voice?

[@geertnoels7212]

Vintage Billy Joel, the older version of Vienna: with a lot of wisdom, regret and hope.

[@magicalomaha2804]

Ooh, I like that! Gave me goosebumps, well said!

[@mlamantia100]

My hometown guy...the Hassles..hicksville..always love billy

[@SuperWhofan1]

His voice is gone

[@MatsThyWit]

@@SuperWhofan1 You're objectively wrong. This isn't an opinion thing.

[@michaelanthony386]

Very very well said perfect

[@mattdawg83686]

He didn’t wait too long to turn the lights back on, and I’m glad he did! I’ve been listening to his music since 1977 when I was four years old. I’m now 51, and this song was more than I could have ever asked for.

[@andrewjohnys]

100%

[@Laura-rp2ki]

I love the raspiness of his voice here. This is amazing and I like it better than the produced version. Way to go Billy. Your performance brought me to tears.

[@joe-vz6hx]

ugh, I don't. A song like this does not lend itself to raspiness or "grit".....but I guess he was trying to compensate because he can't sing "pretty" like he used to...the control, the vibrato, etc just isn't there much anymore. Not his fault of course, it's just an aging thing. Still, hearing anything new from Billy Joel is a welcome surprise.

[@franktranks9445]

@@joe-vz6hx Who are you to determine what his song lends it's self to? I'll put my trust in the artist himself to determine what his song lends itself to, thank you very much.

[@ColinCarFan]

His live voice is his true voice and has soul, character, emotion and strength. The studio version is so autotuned to try and sound like he did 20 years ago that it is terrible. Billy should fire the producer!

[@alexandriaocasio-smollett5078]

For someone who is 74 years old, it’s bonkers how well his voice has aged. Obviously everyone’s voice when they get older declines. Compared to his contemporaries like Elton John and Bruce Springsteen, this is off the charts. Hell, even when compared to singers who are the generation younger than him (e.g. Bono) he sounds fantastic.

[@westy40]

Yes, it's a miracle how his voice has remained intact. Very few past 70 have been able to keep their voices similar to what it was 40 years prior.

[@MarkNeko]

The secret is he never abused his voice over the years and he stayed active. He’s never not been touring and so his voice has stayed in shape.

[@riverrage]

I saw Elton John last year, and he crushed it too. The only time I felt he struggled a bit was on one or two really fast songs.

[@MatsThyWit]

@@MarkNeko Yeah, he's not someone who spent every moment of the last 30 or 40 years smoking constant cigarettes, downing the booze, or even doing the hard drugs. He's also openly spoken about actively doing things to maintain the strength of his voice. So he really did things the right way. It's amazing how smooth the voice still sounds. You could tell people this song was recorded by never released in the mid 1980s and I think they'd believe it.

[@anngulliver5964]

@alexandriaocasio-smollett5078 obviously everyone's singing voice improves with age. You have got that the complete opposite of facts. As everyone knows that your voice improves with age as your experience and technique increases. You are very ageist.

[@kellyketcham1101]

Sweet Jesus! Thank you Billy Joel for rescuing so many of us that started out with you, struggled through life’s changes, faced the sadness but pulled back and found the need and desire to continue despite the hazards yet brilliance. Truly…. I THANK YOU ❤

[@bassmannausaugsburg]

His voice is still so good compared to everyone else of his vintage. Fabulous. This is even better live than the studio version. The guy is one of the best ever.

[@vincentmagro4694]

I totally agree! I saw him 2 years in Charlotte North Carolina! It was a sold out concert 60,000 strong and he was magnificent! And when you factor in his age he was absolutely stupendous. BTW I love the live version better too. His heart is all the way in it. Full speed ahead and damn the torpedoes. 👍👍❤️

[@tomdiodati5028]

Have you heard Jeff Lynne?

[@zaziou711]

Mick Jagger sounds great too and he's even older

[@barbarawirkus5083]

"And I'm tryin' to find the magic That we lost somehow..." You didn't lose the magic Billy. It's yours forever! ♥

[@kitcachapp3094]

Billy ...The Beat is yours forever The Beat is always knew and when you really really need it the most that's when rock and roll dreams come through!

[@allhimwithme5115]

Who'd have guessed that 30 years could go by in a flash...it's like he never left.

[@dpcnreactions7062]

It's the perfect song and it brings tears to my eyes every time I listen to it.

[@somewhat.random]

I don't know what it is about Billy Joel in particular, but he is that one artist who somehow captures that "magic in the bottle" live performance. He does it so well, there are live versions of his songs that fans consider the "standard" for that song. I listened to the studio version of this and enjoyed it, but didn't think it was all that special. And then..... the Grammys. LOL. This is SO much better than the studio version.

[@ScottlandShaffner0423]

I enjoy the studio version as well, but it's fantastic to hear the contrast. He also took it down a whole step here to Bb, as it likely felt more comfortable to him live.

[@user-xv3bl4xl6t]

It's because the studio version's pitch correction stole the soul from it.

[@somewhat.random]

@@user-xv3bl4xl6t Just watched Wings of Pegasus analysis of the video versus the live performance. You're spot on, the studio version was needlessly pitch corrected IMHO. Blame Freddie Wexler for that, as that is something pretty much expected of a modern producer. Video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZywYYKoa796bNEsi=Dxuz-VM895DTAuPe

[@wonderwoman1z]

I was listening for his characteristic growl ... and it's still there. BJ has still got it ❤❤

[@carolynm8421]

And that, my young friends, is what's called music. The great Billy Joel proving that real talent doesn't die or go out of style, it just is... forever.

[@brendaallen3754]

One word, LEGEND!!!!! It doesn't get better than this. Bravo Billy Joel, Bravo!

[@carolgiangreco6548]

Billy! Don't let them autotune your music!!!!

[@huhbruh92]

Never thought I'd see Billy and Laufey perform together! Awesome

[@douglasmorgan2322]

I haven't watched the Grammy's in probably 20 plus years since there isn't anyone worth a crap to watch for. Had I known he was going to be on, I would have tuned in with eager anticipation to see this performance. Thank you for posting.

[@nlimchua]

The man's definitely still got it! One of the few artists who transcend generations with immortal songs and elegant poetry. BJ - may you continue to live a very long productive life.

[@LilyRose8959]

Beautiful. Billy's absolutely fantastic.

[@EddieJazzFan]

Yes, why didn't anyone put this up before today? Thank You!

[@brettgoldsmith9971]

Ikr? I was looking everywhere

[@ajwpowertothepeople3766]

Been waiting!

[@jasonw6688]

I know right?!?

[@radvideos1903]

immediate copyright notifcation if you upload the original video. i tried. this channel did a crop or version from tiktok or something

[@zenon1177]

@@brettgoldsmith9971lol me too 😂

[@victorpark]

I remember going to study in Paris in 88 and my first purchase there was a cd player. Had just enough money to buy one cd. It was a Billy Joel CD. It was my companion for the whole period I was there.. Tks Piano Man for making me remember why I fell in love with you and your music all those years ago...

[@janetives5470]

Thank God for a how I relate to Billy Joel’s music that isn’t romantic saccharine!

[@user-cj7mw7ks8y]

I've been waiting for 30 years for new Billy. I never expected anything on this level. All I can say is, Thank you so very much for this, and all the best to you.

[@terencebarrett2897]

Absolutely wonderful brilliant gorgeous beautiful spectacular, thanks Billy Joel, a world musical genius.

[@OriginalPappy]

My favorite solo performer.

[@dondecaire6534]

Billy Joel ladies and gentleman, THEE Piano Man. Take a bow, you earned it Billy.

[@katherinewelling6026]

My good god, this is jaw dropping Billy Joel! Amazing and thank you.

[@levinawalsh2015]

Wonderful as Always 👌. I have been a fan since i was 17. I'm 63 now. Much Love & Respect Sir, from Ireland ❤☘✌.

[@Austruck5561]

Same! A fan in the 1970s as a teen, and I'm 62 now.

[@dr3putt62]

@@Austruck5561turned 63 today and Turnstiles was my first billy Joel album purchased in ‘77 and have his complete catalog that will never leave

[@user-wd9op1sr7m]

Same！　I am 63 now, from Japan❤

[@newera5476]

Same here Im 63 years old.

[@AugustThor438]

Laufey on the Cello 😊

[@michaelsanchez7848]

he finally found something more to say, and what an incredible thought at that. cant wait to see you Billy, you are an Idol of mine.

[@danielmarra1555]

What a voice! Great control and phrasing.

[@carlosfuentes7945]

The video is a masterpiece.

[@julzy3]

Thank you for posting this live version. I like it so much better than the original release version because there’s so much more emotion in it.

[@barbrokow5077]

I love this guy. Keep bringing us music, Billy!

[@LiamHaleMusic]

You didn’t wait too long, Billy. We’re glad you’re back 😊

[@lionheartroar3104]

The master Billy Joel with an incredible song.

[@leos5587]

Perfect

[@hans_hendrik]

Listening to this as someone born in 1995 is insane. Grew up with Billys songs because of my mother but never witnessed a new release in my lifetime yet. Already in love with the new song.

[@blueshawk5649]

I grew up on Long Island, and was lucky enough to see Billy from the early days, and to me , he was always a legend. His songwriting , performances and catalog of music is hard to comprehend. He is a gift to our generation.

[@susideffert4190]

Finally the whole performance. Thank you so much for posting. You made my day! 🥰

[@Ripleycat]

This live version with your natural voice is so good!

[@ricksegal3065]

When I close my eyes and listen to this song it brings me back to the 70's and some incredible memories. Thank you Billy for this great gift!!!!!

[@user-fg5yq2yu6v]

So authentic cannot deny the honesty presented in this song. Such a gift to witness

[@ihavespoken4555]

Thank you so much for posting!! Billy sounds fantastic. I love the new song, it's such a Billy tune. My mom and I teared up the first time we heard it. We've both love Mr Joel for many years. We never thought we'd hear a new song from him together again.

[@lauragroce3816]

Oh Billy. My old friend with the fuzzy long hair. Like the rest of us. Wow. I’ll never forget those days. YAY!

[@mdav30]

Instantly better than 95% of the new stuff out there. Interesting chords, terrific melody, great lyrics. No drum machine, no autotune, not written by 15 producers.

[@tigerlily8117]

Billy Joel will never need autotune. He's quite literally the GOAT.

[@mettevestergaard6935]

Love and light... Billy Joel's the best!

[@frustratedandroid7288]

With Laufey playing chelo 👏🏻great song.

[@ajwpowertothepeople3766]

Can’t stop listening to this song. LOVE IT!

[@magnolialeaf8705]

Straight to the heart. Billy is one of kind. I started my career at 9 ;) because of this man. I'm still thankful for that.

[@GeoffreyGibson-yh3cv]

I love this song 😊

[@nickisavage4348]

Loved this performance and song so much.

[@chefcook6076]

HE NEVER LEFT >HE PERFORMED THROUGH OUT AND IT WAS A LONG SONG ,YOU BIG CONCERT,AND THEN A NEW SONG IN THE ENCORE >WITH A LONG NOTE AT THE END !

[@JBHelena]

Fantastic emotion…really appreciate a performance with none of the industry “adjustments”.. loved the performance.

[@roop46b]

Is that Laufey playing cello beside him?

[@donbonser]

Yes 😊😊

[@tomdomer]

Mr. J, You did not wait too long. Td

[@dougnewton708]

His songs are always very literal. Awesome!

[@ScottlandShaffner0423]

He typically keeps it down to earth (with exception of the sci-fi Miami 2017), and as he cajoles someone in 'Pressure': "I'm sure you'll have some cosmic rationale..."

[@engee3830]

True talent has no Age - thanks Billy

[@rebster5]

Great tube Billy

[@rebster5]

Great tune Billy

[@CairnTerrier69]

Classic sound!!! Classic Billy!!!!

[@angelashepherd4429]

How many performers at 75 still sound like they did when they were 30? 😮 Only Billy. ❤

[@fordcougar99]

Love the video in the "official vid" but the audio of the live perfmance is so much better.

[@gypsylady123gypsy8]

Yay a real voice,billy you are great❤ your music and voice

[@lauragroce3816]

I will always love him. Smoked and joked a lot those days

[@caroldallos5123]

I saw him open for The Michael Stanley Band, a popular band in Cleveland, Ohio, back in the late 70s. All these years later I can still recall seeing him play The Piano Man on that stage in Akron, Ohio. I have remained a fan. Living in Japan now, I had only heard about this performance. Thank you for posting. It was just spectacular. Stay safe. Smile. ❤

[@billy1673]

Ladies and gentlemen, the patron saint of Long Island!

[@rinmarc9600]

Billy Joel and Laufey 🤍

[@shortferal]

This song _needs_ that growl! Emotional rawness is the whole point of the song, he's bang on perfect with it.

[@riccardoangeli802]

Piano Man il più completo songwriter in assoluto ... Da giovane live era addirittura portentoso .... È ancora non scherza 😜❤️🎹👏🎹

[@gdd29]

We all got old together with Billy Joel. Now this comes from him and once again we can relate, like we did with his other songs for a long time. Nice to have a new one from him. He's still with us. Y'all take care and enjoy yourself. His songs can always help.

[@user-yv4kn2ws8r]

Still sounds amazing

[@FrankieTheDog-ps9ik]

Awesome performance

[@ElnoraJerseyIrizarry]

Love him than and still do now. Good Job doing it your way

[@justinvanveenar2953]

I thought Billy would never release a song in my lifetime and I’m 24 and to see this is Just a treasure to behold and I’m glad he made this song for the new generation ❤️❤️❤️

[@chazzkramer7676]

THIS is how it's done. Take notes, junior.

[@AnaLopez-gx7li]

Where you been Billy Joel, I only remember Piano Man and Only the Good die young. In the 70s, I was a young mom and didn't have too much time to listen to music aka records. I'm happy to start listening to your music now. Your music brings me happiness. Glad you rested and are doing your music, again. Blessing to you, your family and your band.

[@JoseeAlana]

Finally! Great job Billy Joel! Glad you’re back. 🥰

[@yvonneleach9650]

He's sounding damn good!

[@heathermcphed2344]

Absolutely love this since the first time I heard it. Such a beautiful sing. Always loved his music

[@stevenlindhofficial]

Another great song from the Piano Man! 🤠🎸

[@TERRYMism]

The man is a Genius: "Turn The Lights Back On" An instant song classic, adding to his catalogue of many other great Billy Joel song classics. "Travelling Prayer", "Stop in Nevada", "Souvenir", "Your My Home", "Leave A Tender Moment Alone", "The River Of Dreams" just to name a few . There needs to be a PhD Thesis written about him.

[@deedeescrystalblueclassics3973]

So happy to see Billy Joel perform again...loved his performance and the song..thank you Mr. Billy Joel! I've been a fan of yours since I was 12 years old..bought your record "Piano Man" Luv ya fellow New Yorker! 😎💖

[@BeerCandee-wt4vm]

I love you your the greatest ❤️ ♥️ 💛

[@TheNewYorkPianist]

Such a great song, I had to cover it

[@FollowTheJohn]

Brilliant

[@greencheek2745]

Beautiful.

[@effiemooney8477]

What a beautiful soul, God bless him!!! ❤😊❤

[@jonahanthony266]

What an awesome time to be alive and experience yet another masterpiece from such a legend.

[@normarosalinddavies3635]

Beautiful❤

[@jimpappas2904]

One word on this: WOW!!!!

[@elevenhorses]

Men who really care & make efforts, strides... love's comin for yA

[@MARIALUIZA-vf8cv]

So beautiful song

[@dago_enfuego4120]

Chills.

[@lucasnanni7235]

A real GENIOUS

[@hugho936]

It is never too late for Billy Joel. Worth the wait !!!

[@barryhill363]

First saw Billy 1979 Newcastle City Hall still the greatest by far , just love ya x

[@thegator5000]

LOVE THE STRINGS !!!!!