Billy Joel - Two Thousand Years - from "River of Dreams"

From the album, River of Dreams (1993), "Two Thousand Years" finds Billy Joel being reflective as the line "time is relentless" probably sums up his thoughts at the time (he was getting older and would soon be getting divorced from his wife, Christie Brinkley).
The song caught my attention because of the interplay between piano and drums, the melody and the lyrics. I really like the piano work and the creative percussion.
Joel is at a time in his life where he starts to question the direction his life will take. At the same time, he does a serious exploration of a spiritual nature (throughout the album, actually). Here, the obvious is stated: humanity has acquired much knowledge over the years, but, in spite of this, man hasn't changed at the core. However, even though we're still fighting wars and oppressing people we don't like, love trumps all other desires and emotions.
The theme is certainly not new and the ideas are old. But, for someone who is getting older and having life-changing experiences (whatever that particular moment in time is), it's about bringing new life to these ideas. This requires reflection on values that are easily overlooked in the course of our lives.

[@silvaliceamarco1]

Wonderful video and your comments and opinions are true!! Thanks for this video and this is an spectacular song!! Thank God for Billy Joel's life!!

[@ArtsKris]

J'ai toujours eu en admiration l'intelligence de tes analyses sur la société, au travers des artistes d'hier et d'aujourd'hui. Finalement il n'y a que dans les arts que le reflet d'une époque y est exposé. La peinture remonte à la nuit des temps, les chansons raconteront les maux de nos vies. Merci Eileen

[@lorenzmayer7649]

very very best Song from Billy Joel! Thank you!

[@geoffbourke6890]

This is a classic - really inspiring , thought provoking , empowering, all at once .

[@annsander]

My dear Eileen , what a wonderful song amzing video ..fantastic work like always ... much love and a big kiss ..dear ann

[@Adamfulgence]

Thanks for taking the time to watch and to leave such a positive comment, Ann! :-))

[@carolynwilson2206]

Thank you so much for this video. Wonderful.

[@reliablebow]

Excellent interpretation of this grand song🎵🕯

[@JuliaOcean1]

My favorite song from my favorite Billy Joel's album!!! Thank you so much for posting this! Great video montage to go along with the song, gives me goosebumps! :)

[@Adamfulgence]

Delighted to see your comment! :))

[@annsander]

What a wonderful song and an amazing vid ..a big thumbs up for this great work ..much love and a wonderful week for you ann

[@Adamfulgence]

Thanks for watching Blue.....on your lunch break? How generous is that!! I appreciate it, believe me!

[@onenerd9573]

This is beautiful.

[@gnomie49]

Great job with this video! Very moving images.

[@CARMSFAV]

Wonderful! How did I miss this one? Beautiful video Eileen, once again. Hugs, Carma

[@itsmylife842]

A great song from Billy Joel. It is under-rated, I think. Also, you did a terrific job with the photos that you added. It was creative for sure and I think they fit in with the music very well.

[@RDTandCompany]

I love billy

[@TREYOLDHIPPIE]

Yes, beautiful content, the song continually as it progresses. Its not about keeping skin tight, its about the heart of life and purpose. Sorry that some guys must discuss the superficial, as if that sustains anything but their selfish moments,+ pure fantasy. Joel goes far past those who spend their lives on personal gratification. Thankfully there are a lot of people who care about others, and we have hope as a result.

[@dionnijman99]

Heerlijk en zo,n mooie video bewerking zo passend.

[@Adamfulgence]

Thanks for watching! :-))

[@mariutza66]

Me gusto muchisimo Eileen, un abrazo.

[@dearmalika]

Genial!

[@Adamfulgence]

Hey there, Carma, no problemo! :-)) Glad you liked it!

[@nolhangarcia5735]

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[@Adamfulgence]

Thanks Ann! Glad you liked it! And, once again, I hope you know how I feel about your songs! :-))

[@26sherrybaby]

Thank YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING!!!!!!!! God bless you always!!!!•*•✿♪★*.:｡♥•✿♪★*.

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[@boblordofevil]

Was that image a needle piercing an embryo?

[@robertsambonesr.156]

THIS SONG SOUNDS LIKE THE SAME MUSIC AS PIANOMAN, HAS BILLY JOEL PLAGIARIZED HIMSELF?

[@BeckettSong]

ROBERT SAMBONE SR. I don't think it's possible to plagiarize yourself. Or in this case, as you said, Billy Joel to plagiarize himself. And I don't believe that this is the same music as PIANO MAN.