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

[@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.

[@RThomasBehnke]

Only thing I can think of recently is Bruce releasing "If I Were The Priest" on his latest album. He held onto that song for 50 years. All the same, this song (and Bruce's) were worth the wait!

[@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 💯💯

[@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)

[@NelsonVlog66]

Somebody's jealous.

[@allhimwithme5115]

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

[@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?

[@billy1673]

Ladies and gentlemen, the patron saint of Long Island!

[@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

[@wonderwoman1z]

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

[@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!

[@iamsparta7436]

I personally don’t really like the raspiness but I love the studio version

[@iamsparta7436]

@@joe-vz6hxI think his voice has become great with age

[@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.

[@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%

[@lostguns1]

I'm 54 and he has been my favorite artist since 1975....no one else. He's ALWAYS number one!!!

[@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.

[@joseeduardocarrionfarfan3638]

he stole the grammys with that song, no haters thats my own opinion

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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 ❤

[@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.

[@ElfieBrown-i6s]

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

[@somewhat.random]

@@ElfieBrown-i6s 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

[@thelevisullivan]

@@ElfieBrown-i6sI get why people think it’s autotune but I highly doubt it. Billy has openly said in the past that he doesn’t use it nor does he need it.

[@MARIALUIZA-vf8cv]

So beautiful song

[@carolgiangreco6548]

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

[@mikechambers-x4p]

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.

[@dondecaire6534]

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

[@gypsylady123gypsy8]

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

[@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!

[@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 ❤️❤️❤️

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@brendaallen3754]

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

[@kellyketcham1101]

Ohhhh I LOVED him as a young child and that respect for his brilliance NEVER wavered! What a gift he gave us AND is still doing it beautifully! Thank you Mr.Mathis ❤

[@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?!?

[@radvideoss]

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 😂

[@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.

[@OriginalPappy]

My favorite solo performer.

[@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 !

[@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

[@チャム-s4y]

Same！　I am 63 now, from Japan❤

[@newera5476]

Same here Im 63 years old.

[@Eliot_Lear]

What I love about this video, aside from the music, is the joy expressed by the violinist behind Billy Joel, being there, in that moment, on that stage, with that man, playing that song, especially around 3:11. Sharing joy is friggin cool.

[@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.

[@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.

[@PittsburghSportsFan43]

Beautiful. Billy's absolutely fantastic.

[@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.

[@katherinewelling6026]

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

[@tigerlily8117]

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

[@laureltaylor4535]

One othe greatest singer, songwriter, story tellers ever.

[@Ripleycat]

This live version with your natural voice is so good!

[@susideffert4190]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@AugustThor438]

Laufey on the Cello 😊

[@danielmarra1555]

What a voice! Great control and phrasing.

[@lionheartroar3104]

The master Billy Joel with an incredible song.

[@JohnKiernan-f8s]

The main man ,, no one will ever match sir billy Joel,, best musician songwriter ever , genius ,,, this world would never survived without your input and brilliance ,,, love u ♥️♥️🇮🇪🇮🇪☘️👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@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!!!!!

[@barbrokow5077]

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

[@kathleenryan-f8t]

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

[@CairnTerrier69]

Classic sound!!! Classic Billy!!!!

[@LiamHaleMusic]

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

[@terencebarrett2897]

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

[@littleripper312]

That young man they showed in the crowd 2:00 is the man who convinced Billy to release this song and co-wrote and came up with the idea of "turn the lights back on".

[@Paul-ic2ki]

The produced version was meant to sound like each generation that he was singing... this is a good version.

[@ArleneZakrzewski-uh3eq]

Love it

[@carlosfuentes7945]

The video is a masterpiece.

[@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.

[@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.

[@JBHelena]

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

[@fordcougar99]

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

[@mettevestergaard6935]

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

[@GeoffreyGibson-yh3cv]

I love this song 😊

[@lauragroce3816]

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

[@leos5587]

Perfect

[@ajwpowertothepeople3766]

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

[@TransparentDanglingCarrots]

Ahhhhh! It's over too soon! Keep the lights back on!!

[@nickisavage4348]

Loved this performance and song so much.

[@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. ❤

[@RThomasBehnke]

I heard about this song...chose it on youtube and thought I'd just listen to it in the background while I worked.....and then I was like "no.....first song from Billy Joel in thity years.....WATCH and LISTEN and appreciate greatness". Good to have him back. It sounds like he isn't planning an album release or anything, but maybe just maybe we will get single songs every now and again?

[@liliasgordon3565]

Maybe he is "testing the water" after 30 years away, maybe he thinks we have forgot him? I say never, once a fan always a fan. ❤

[@rinmarc9600]

Billy Joel and Laufey 🤍

[@paullozito5305]

Billy Joel new song in 2024---Win for the entire music community!

[@anthonycastello3899]

Billy Joel will always be an icon for music. Have enjoyed his music for the past 30 years.

[@lauragroce3816]

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

[@jonahanthony266]

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

[@danieltarbox174]

Thank you, Sir, may we have another?

[@FrankieTheDog-ps9ik]

Awesome performance

[@robertoetojo5861]

He is beyond belief amazing after all these years still sound as innocent man album... Thanks BJ , IT WAS AMAZING SONG AND VOICE TOO

[@yvonneleach9650]

He's sounding damn good!

[@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..."

[@jimpappas2904]

One word on this: WOW!!!!

[@MrGeorgegoo]

I've been listening to Billy singing his stories that approved me through different changes in my life school friendships relationships Through my marriage of 26 years A few years ago my wife asked for a divorce after a bunch of years that we struggled I made mistakes she made mistakes and now I'm laying in my bed 2 nights before I leave our home of 26 years and our children to start a new life but hearing this song this bringing back some many different emotions I just sent it to my wife wondering wondering if ......

[@rookybeats]

Oh man, I'm so sorry to hear that. Wishing you the best.

[@elizabethmiller7291]

I hope the great power of music came your way...

[@stevenlindhofficial]

Another great song from the Piano Man! 🤠🎸

[@AdamShea]

Billy - incredible. You haven't changed. THANK YOU 🙏.

[@ElnoraJerseyIrizarry]

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

[@greencheek2745]

Beautiful.

[@kellyketcham1101]

Boy is this and YOU so welcome. Thank you! You’ve been very needed!! ❤

[@scm0717]

It's been a long time Billy, but for you, it's never too late.

[@hugho936]

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

[@animallvr4]

Thanks for turning the lights back on, we missed you.

[@bosstime2010]

So incredibly beautiful... WOW!!!

[@frustratedandroid7288]

With Laufey playing chelo 👏🏻great song.

[@joependleton6293]

You have this... piece of history! It's great to see.

[@lucasnanni7235]

A real GENIOUS

[@politicachata1164]

IDK if its only me, but I feel like his voice is even better now. At 2:44 he starts combining vibes and timbers in his voice that mixes "Under The Milky Way", Bowie, Tom Waits, Dylan and Billy himself. Just brilliant!!!

[@Sandra-dt2nq]

I give you so much credit & so very ĥappy for this ! ❤