Billy Joel - Just the Way You Are (Official Audio)

[@ShadowsGathered]

I turned 21 the year this song came out. I'll be 60 in July. How could so much time have passed? I remember this song like it came out yesterday.

[@rsrodgers341]

+ShadowsGathered I understand.

[@DIMEPIECE86]

how do you feel about todays youth music?? you hate it huh?

[@rsrodgers341]

+cindy86 Actually there are some good current songs but I guess we are going to like songs from the past because of the memories attached to them.

[@ShadowsGathered]

cindy86 - I can't say I hate today's youth music, cindy... I will admit I don't really listen to the music of today... I find myself very lost in the music of my own youth... but I do know that today's youth music will be as important to today's youth in 30 years as music like this is to me now... one day you'll understand, and I hope you won't be as judgmental then as you seem to be now.

[@ShadowsGathered]

seadog341 - I'm sure we're part of the same club, seadog341. :-)

[@matthewlafond198]

My son has Cerebral Palsy and is 17 now. He can't walk talk or eat, but I couldn't love him any more than I do. When this song came on one day when we were together, it summed it up perfectly. "I don't need clever conversation. I just need someone I can talk to". This is my song to my son Fischer. Its our song

[@olympe1996]

sir you have a golden heart, I hope your son is very well, sure he has a lovely family :)

[@Pamemastiff111]

Ilove every bridge and every one aloneand every one aloneand I love every bridge never make one love them and then they one day weill will leave you a very great thing above all things your on something and God has nothing to say about the part you are without him. He loves you so mid air tyhat tyha t that he forgot to come back to the part you had inside of you. So stuck to your bottom self the end of you not the universe. Universe Thank you all live life and ll t all the all in all.God is never so bitter so sound so nothing with what he is with my life and one rock only mine and then his awake is my life moving in side water so breathing is to me and the snore I forgot is still my favorite his. Veronick a Veronika Veronica the loe Loveo of him iswell my ummm hated snoring Dragon and God never moved until well he chair slid past her and her tail just missed his knea. Pamela umm book cover and well who cares last pages are just well puppy love. and my bridge s are all forever and me still in them.God rockds rocks my umm paper Daytons quarters first then the bags well are lost in hands for Christmas Merry Christmas Dad and mom ice skates on the twenty fifth too . I"m uu omm a penny Pam 10Ilove every bridge and every one aloneand every one aloneand I love every bridge never make one love them and then they one day weill will leave you a very great thing above all things your on something and God has nothing to say about the part you are without him. He loves you so mid air tyhat tyha t that he forgot to come back to the part you had inside of you. So stuck to your bottom self the end of you not the universe. Universe Thank you all live life and ll t all the all in all.God is never so bitter so sound so nothing with what he is with my life and one rock only mine and then his awake is my life moving in side water so breathing is to me and the snore I forgot is still my favorite his. Veronick a Veronika Veronica the loe Loveo of him iswell my ummm hated snoring Dragon and God never moved until well he chair slid past her and her tail just missed his knea. Pamela umm book cover and well who cares last pages are just well puppy love. and my bridge s are all forever and me still in them.God rockds rocks my umm paper Daytons quarters first then the bags well are lost in hands for Christmas Merry Christmas Dad and mom ice skates on the twenty fifth too . I"m uu omm a penny Pam 10

[@deadpanbarry5442]

Just beautiful.

[@MonicaSancio]

Wow, thank you for that LOVE!! 💜🙌🏼

[@brunolima-xo3jh]

Matthew Lafond Joel

[@earljones920]

Billy Joel’s, Just the Way You Are speaks from the heart and says everything that needs to be said to win the heart of that special woman

[@hulamaiden4297]

Amen

[@ForeverTogether219]

Sounds good for the Heart ♥️

[@arthuredger3873]

Just lost my wife aftwr 46yrs oflove tgis was our wedding sobg

[@paulPeasmarsh]

Haha yeah back in the day. Modern women only want a big bank account to play with. Within a decade 50% of all women will be single, so they say

[@earljones920]

@@robtyman4281 sir, The song "Just the Way You Are," written and performed by Billy Joel, was first released on his 1977 album *The Stranger*. It was specifically recorded by Billy Joel, and he is the original artist behind the song. There are other versions and covers by various artists, but Billy Joel is the first and original singer of this hit.

[@may_it_please_the_court]

Love that sax on this great song which his band didn't really like so much but WE DO.

[@constantinespanos488]

Phill Woods on sax. Also on Dr. Wu (Steely Dan).

[@may_it_please_the_court]

@@constantinespanos488 Thanks. Have a great Holiday Season.

[@keymaninmusic]

He almost didn’t include this. He was convinced by Phoebe Snow and others.

[@damac5136]

Despite the incredible performance, the sax nevertheless fails to take over the song, as opposed to Baker Street(?).

[@ScottlandShaffner0423]

​@@keymaninmusicand Linda Ronstadt

[@teacherjudy1971]

In 1980, Paul McCartney stated that he wished he had written this song. To me, this is the highest compliment a songwriter/musician could ever receive! Bravo, Billy Joel! 😃

[@tomhall1758]

That is a great compliment coming from one of the four lads 🙂

[@PickeringSamuel]

Which Paul said this?

[@notanicenamebutlovesrockan9265]

@@PickeringSamuel you good bro?

[@alphalax7747]

@@notanicenamebutlovesrockan9265 he's just asking a question

[@thegreenbird795]

kinda sounds like wit h a little luck

[@benitawinsor7463]

My husband introduced me to this song when we were dating. We danced to it at our wedding and still dance to it whenever we hear it. We are 47 years together and still going strong. OMG...My husband is taking me to see BILLY JOEL for my 65th 🎈🎂 which is tomorrow and the concert is Sunday. I am beyond excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sept 2023

[@cheenjoopearl]

Awesome and precious.

[@marielfranco1504]

You make me get emotional....thanks for sharing....❤️

[@sirtompo2]

and many more years into the future Benita

[@jamesneyland4064]

@@marielfranco1504 baseball

[@nandirabuca5581]

Uau ❤️

[@azymuth3496]

美しい傑作。 イントロからあの頃の気持ちに戻れる。

[@AshutoshDhamale]

幸せですね

[@gregsmith5691]

“ The Stranger” by Billy Joel is one of the 10 greatest albums of all time. Guy was lyrically brilliant and his songs were so New York

[@rubenruiz8137]

Yes, you are correct! Heard the entire album for the first time ever over the weekend. Not a single bad song on the album! It’s a gem. Greatness

[@ForeverTogether219]

@@rubenruiz8137 Yes I have that vinyl ❤

[@eltiolatranca]

​@@ForeverTogether219Y yo. Tiene canciones que saltan por la cantidad de veces que lo escuché.

[@450rmack]

It really is the perfect song isn’t it? The lyrics, the tune, the sax. Masterpiece.

[@faridbenabbas9165]

Ma plus histoire d'amour finis par une trahison c'est la vie continue je ne retrouve plus la personne qui va se reconnaître elle reste dans mon coeur 🕍😭😭très dur désolée pour le texte 🕍🍻🍻

[@sashatube4813]

This is the song that made sax solos a centerpiece of 80s pop & rock hits. Don't believe me? Check out "Bringing Saxy Back" - a playlist of songs with sax solos: www.youtube.com/watch?&list=PLa9CMN8GnhbVQSSSMcjJJSMO4QLK2Rgfz

[@malbourne805]

You can never go wrong with Billy Joel. I grew up on his music.

[@agnesw4189]

Indeed a great song!

[@ΝικόλαςΒιτουλαδίτης]

high pitched in e flat/ d sharp major is even better

[@JessicaLanear]

I’m listening to this with my 91 year old patient. I asked him what music did he like and he requested this song. 😍❤️🎼

[@michaeljensen8864]

How beautiful is that. Heart wrenching.

[@russeli1941]

I don't envy you for your profession and I wouldn't even think of myself in that field. So thank you for what you do. It takes a very special person indeed🙏

[@deutschelehrer69]

Aww this is so sweet

[@zgazga7545]

🥰

[@derekmyers3258]

I'm gonna cry. God bless you.

[@jeffdawson2786]

One of the greatest love songs ever recorded.

[@benjamincarter1884]

So true 👍

[@idriserba1494]

Yes

[@andrecureton6862]

Amen Sir

[@yo1347]

Hola. Billy Joel aclaró que , para hacer esta bella canción , se inspiró , en parte , en el tema " I´m not in love " de los británicos 10 CC ( 1975 ) : kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnSVeZ6GasyFaMk , mezclando ese estilo de pop- rock suave , con toques jazzísticos y una pizca de soul . Corrientes que tanto admira , junto al rock and roll , también. Saludos desde Chile , Sudamérica.

[@kennethostrer735]

Obv

[@geraldinefoster4859]

My husband was in hospital and he sent this to me which always bring tears to my eyes. He passed away 4 months later. I always think of him when I hear this song 💙🌈

[@benitawinsor7463]

So sorry for your loss.

[@TonoMA-lb5eh]

Yo también pasé por el hospital y en rehabilitación cuando escuché está Maravilla , también lloré pero de felicidad! BILLY ESTÁS CANTÁNDOLE A "DIOS" I LOVE THE SONG!!

[@callioud175]

His love message forever !!

[@dexterjweaver4812]

🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@robertoFabianleon]

Im sorry for your loss. The good thing is that this song will always bring a smile to your face after the pain is gone. Live on!

[@markzane8542]

A message to the future generations: Don't let this song die.

[@CR7andMessi_fan]

I love this song so much, it reminds of my celebrity crush.

[@stephondillard9339]

I agree 100% this song is older than me and I love it to death

[@pcman500]

The metalheads got your back buddy. We love the good stuff

[@LotsofloveKaelyn]

That you never ever have to worry about🤍 this song is with me forever

[@SaturnDreamingofMercury]

Good music never dies.

[@joegotoguy164]

I'm a black dude that grew up in the gang banging era on Chicago's Westside and can't figure out why I like this song so much. I'm not supposed to like this type of music but goddammit I like it

[@dannykent3091]

Joe Gotoguy hahahahahahahahahaha

[@schlemmerreise570]

👍✌️

[@bbyface7145]

We grow up bro and don't care what others think about us anymore, life's to precious and short. Btw i grew up in Chicago also in 80s used to bang a little myself lol TSN...

[@GaryMoy]

You're supposed to like whatever the hell you want to like, AND you're supposed to like it so much that you don't care what others think. If not, it can be a really lonely and dreadful world.

[@beachlife8168]

You have good taste 🖤

[@elviravenegas3154]

Masterpiece song Billy Joel! The lyrics,his voice,the heartfelt meaning,beau-tiful.!!

[@hshaw2429]

Such a great song!❤ Music will never be this good again, no way!

[@IsaiasOlimpioRibeiro]

eu gosto dessa música é estou ouvindo em 2025

[@TheReyjai]

Don't go changing to try and please me You never let me down before, mmm Don't imagine you're too familiar And I don't see you anymore I would not leave you in times of trouble We never could have come this far, mmm I took the good times, I'll take the bad times I'll take you just the way you are Don't go trying some new fashion Don't change the color of your hair, mmm You always have my unspoken passion Although I might not seem to care I don't want clever conversation I never want to work that hard, mmm I just want someone that I can talk to I want you just the way you are I need to know that you will always be The same old someone that I knew Oh, but what will it take till you believe in me The way that I believe in you? I said I love you, that's forever And this I promise from the heart, mmm I couldn't love you any better I love you just the way you are, right I don't want clever conversation I never want to work that hard, mmm I just want someone that I can talk to I want you just the way you are

[@carloflorez8697]

That's some of the Greatest Lyrics Ever. Billy has that Gift of Putting into Music his Heartfelt feelings. One of the greatest composers an Piano Men ever. Thank God for Billy Joel....😎

[@tomshahar2831]

Thank you.

[@rcarolinaramirez]

Beautiful

[@변경수-r4n]

Thank you so much 💓

[@Welshcakes-kr2kz]

Thanks

[@nicorobiiin]

I will never get tired listening to this song

[@emilyrose1274]

Never

[@Missunique_]

Love this

[@jaydynnelson8406]

Me either.

[@dividen2]

Ok, I'm tired

[@carltonmoore85]

This song has a staying power but it, never get tire of listening, and reflect.

[@JB1994]

Paul McCartney said that he wished he had written this song.

[@matthewcoombs3282]

Cannot get higher praise than that. I agree the song is perfect.

[@fromcalifornia2822]

Which one? 😂

[@charlyb1624]

Really?

[@fromcalifornia2822]

charly b16 😂 Have you ever heard Ringo and George’s own words on it? Btw, the supposed replacement was around the band for a very long time and if anyone deserved to be his replacement .... Sometimes you just put Conspiracies “on the shelf” until there is absolute proof one way or another, especially if they don’t matter. Some of us were alive through the entire Beatles era, so there is that.

[@raymofarrell19]

This and God Only Knows, even Macca knows pure genius other than himself.

[@lornamcneill188]

My fiancé and I fell in love to this song. We are getting married in Nov 2024 and this song will be our first dance. I cannot wait to be in his arms

[@TheyGotAlex]

Billy Joel write this for his first wife and not long afterwards, they divorced. He refused to play it live for many years. He also realized shortly after that it seemed to be a curse for him: dedicating songs (writing them) for certain loved ones, said they always would split (much like Taylor Swift’s music). So. Good luck on your marriage. I’m sure divorce isn’t in your future. 😂

[@TheyGotAlex]

Not sure where my comment went but basically: Billy Joel refused to play this song live for years because he wrote it for his first wife not long before they divorced…

[@emily121085]

this is my parents wedding song married in 1978. I know it by heart because they had the lyrics done in watercolor and it hung in their bedroom all my childhood. Took me a long time to understand how special it was. Congrats on your wedding .

[@samanthajones3569]

All the best for your life together❤

[@michellericketts8538]

So sweet!

[@Billy-Box]

One of the best song ever written. The rythm, the melody, the arrangement, the lyrics (and it’s deeper meaning) and singing is absolutely wonderful.

[@beautifulspirit2973]

Have to agree and I’ve produced music in a studio. It’s superb

[@kaydensimpson6959]

I absolutely love this song ,the words mean a lot of emotion to me Beautiful, to a very special someone

[@nubebe7330]

I want on a date and the guy said sweetly , I like you Just the way you are and we woke up having to hear this. I think the writer of this song was a frickn genius, to use such a common yet endearing line it was bound to touch the heart's of many!

[@CSifjrixhrj]

And Phil Woods’ alto sax solo is perfect

[@petebestbeatles9117]

@@CSifjrixhrj Word

[@NotaPersin6504]

This song is great because it's a love song but it doesn't have to be directed to a dating relationship. It can be sung to a father, a son, a mother, or a friend and that's why it's great

[@kevinlong5392]

I stumbled upon this song today and i was blown away. You are 100 percent accurate. It fits where you need to put it. Thank you😊👍

[@perryj075]

My fiancé sent this to me as an idea for a mother son dance lol

[@janetwebster5099]

totally agree! - see above comment

[@neww01]

My mother sang this to me hearing it on the radio when I was about 6! I have rarely heard such a musical work!

[@feratomixxx4182]

We dedicate to life itself, yes we really Do, eternamente

[@dedalbug4950]

A true classic. This song will be enjoyed a hundred years from now. The lyrics, the melody, the emotions it stirs. What a gift Mr. Joel gave us.

[@napalm5]

Well said

[@billyjoel6168]

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[@napalm5]

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[@toosurreal6170]

No

[@toosurreal6170]

Also this song sucks it will never be enjoyed in that time for the sound is torture

[@robertgandler3177]

I married by precious wife almost 37 years ago amd this song epitomizes precisely my feelings about her! Thank you Billy Joel so much for putting it into words!

[@TonyGPizza]

RIP to Phil Woods, legendary jazzman who played the sax solo at the end of this classic.

[@liamgeisler1204]

+Tony G. Pizza Sad, isn't it? The world has lost something special.

[@2206199518082002]

+Liam Geisler ..yup..sad...

[@hurricanesexxy]

Thanks Tony. He really put the icing on the the cake the way he blew that sax. I would of loved to hear him play solo.

[@2206199518082002]

such a pitty ****

[@MarkLipka]

+Sharry Adams --- *would HAVE

[@brookerichardson922]

This is how love is meant to be. Acceptance

[@mhartung8335]

+Brooke Richardson very insightful young lady and so true .....be well...

[@MrVolcomclassic]

+Brooke Richardson You're awesome brooke don't change who you are.

[@jaybirdy22]

Absolutely!

[@crystalfelicia699]

I completely agree.

[@IAmHoTSHoTzz]

+M Hartung Would've been better, had love actually been a real thing.

[@patrickdickey48]

my girlfriend and I spilt in 1989 and all through the years I knew I truly loved her and lost a good 1. In 2010 I found her on Facebook and we been married for almost 9 years. I love you Dawn.You are truly the love of my life.

[@Q.B.2.L.B.]

Thats amazing. I have the same story just the opposite though...married for almost 9 years and wish i woulda left her back in 2009. 😧😳

[@jamesparker1063]

@@Q.B.2.L.B. my story, is "in between"....married in 1989; separated/divorced, in 2009....and still missing her, every day, 10 years on......be CAREFUL what you "wish for", my friend.....

[@36isnotold]

Patrick Dickey beautiful story 💛

[@patrickdickey48]

@@36isnotold tytyty

[@sarahmangan8890]

Amazing ❤️

[@egreenbery]

This was the song that really made him a big star. It was a big radio hit in 1977 and '78. Although he had already recorded 3 albums on Columbia Records, he hadn't achieved commercial success until "The Stranger" album. Don't underestimate the contribution of the great Phil Woods on alto sax to help make this such a great classic.

[@ruthharper2499]

He did a beautiful job

[@damac5136]

Pretty much the entire album was a treasure.

[@jenniferearls3328]

My dad and I danced to this song at my wedding. He has always been on my side , through my rowdy youth until present day. He has always loved me just the way I am ❤️

[@samanthajones3569]

Beautiful x

[@janethomas5308]

Lucky you and me!!

[@Masscassnot]

My Daddy used to sing this song to my siblings and I in the car and at home. He passed 4th years ago now. WOW! Cherish the time with your Daddy. I am 47 yrs old, He will ALWAYS be my Daddy.🤗💖🙏

[@ricardopatton7538]

Jennifer your very lucky. I didn't have a dad that was maybe to old.

[@JimLogan-tz3ts]

Excellent

[@Indrastag]

about 10 years ago, i was trying to download the song Just The Way You Are by Bruno Mars, and i accidentally downloaded this masterpiece.

[@Indrastag]

@@youngchoi4989 thank you master oogway

[@kaboringannimac]

@@youngchoi4989 only happy mistakes

[@chanCho692]

The best mistake

[@lisajanoe9368]

Bruno Mars can't hold a candle

[@enigmalabyrinth]

You were suppose to hear this Masterpiece. Here's to Happy Accidents.

[@charlottehylick5532]

I love this song..I was introduced to this as a child and I’m grateful..thank you daddy for introducing me to music

[@timmosessr8382]

we got married dec.8th 1977 this was our song to each other still love this song .love you susie R.I.P "MO"

[@christophercorrado2406]

sorry :(

[@Lord_Baltimore7045]

My thoughts are with you brother....

[@dhmxshorts]

sorry to hear that, RIP ❤️

[@paullocker7984]

It will live on forever :)

[@crains1429]

My condolences and prayers for you 🙏🏼

[@kevinedmonds4872]

Probably Billy Joel's finest moment. Easy to see why he won a Grammy for this & shut out the Bee Gees in their heyday. This is an all time CLASSIC, & classics will ALWAYS stand the test of time.

[@michaelbruns449]

Hopefully If You Leave Me Now by Chicago did the same the following year?!

[@andyhinds542]

FACT!

[@woodybostic1128]

I love 💗 me some Billy Joel,but The Bee Gees were on fire 🔥 when it came to some serious hits and collaborations- They should have given it to both of them-

[@jesteronetime]

had no idea..but yeah definitely Grammy worthy.

[@anneminett151]

I agree 💯 r

[@AidenLS]

My grandma died 2 years ago today and when i was a baby she used to sing this song to me so It makes me cry so much when I listen to it but I do it to remember the person who made me feel the most loved anyone ever could.

[@gamzeemakara1585]

aw

[@손영민-u1n]

It is a month passed but i'm sorry about that...

[@AidenLS]

Yeoungmin Sohn thank you for sympathy

[@AidenLS]

Gamzee Makara thank you

[@anonyMOus-ck4tr]

Nice Bro, They will always be!!

[@consulentecomunicazionestr3072]

Simply a eternal masterpiece. With some elements very rare today : class, elegance, great sound and arrangement, stunning musicians. And a great singer.

[@djm2459]

I‘m 16 years old. One thing I love about phones and the internet is that I can find such songs. I‘d probably never ever have heard such bangers. Love you all

[@kspades52]

Love you too

[@lannyfullerjr6956]

Technology has come along way. That's why it was invented. To share. Or listen or text or other. Anyway happy Easter. Good to hear . I'm off this. Had to text that. Peace 🕊️🕊️.

[@prakosarenno-cy4gh]

good for you bro

[@acceleratedriving]

Search for Mike Oldfield - tubular bells, Hergest ridge, ommadawn (arguably his best), amorok ( also arguably his best ) and many others. Great that you want to explore gems from the past. Enjoy. And songs from distant earths And music of the spheres.

[@Evsta]

Bangers? I'm not gonna be that old grumpy asshole that is always on your ass to remind you its "carefully structured artwork" or some shit but if there was one word I could describe a real good song, whether it be happy, sad, nostalgic, depressing, angry, or anything. Maybe not bangers. This songs lyrics and meaning are pretty happy, but the song itself sounds pretty sad/nostalgic. The drums play a big part. I think the best word to describe this song would be "creation"

[@tatojoel1]

My dad, passed away 6 years ago, I grow up with this song, He loved so much this song... But, we need to keep pushing, don't give up and live our lives, I'm not the only one who lose a dad, just I'm here to say and give you a huge hug, you aren't been alone, he is along with you ;) love you Dad!

[@AdzaaNizhoni]

Thank you. I lost my dad last month. RIP daddies ❤

[@pocahantasmillian]

One of the greatest songs ever made!

[@armara70]

One of the greatest names ever!

[@derrickcrawford3134]

I agree

[@palaunikickapoo3801]

Pocahontas.....my friends call me sitting bull...nice to meet u

[@pocahantasmillian]

Joel Castillo hey sitting bull👋👋

[@palaunikickapoo3801]

U like billy joel? Man i haven't herd any gis sings since i was a weee little lad....lol...fr tho

[@2115Randy]

My mother brought this album when it came out and I never understood why she cried because I was young, Now I understand her tears. 😞😞😞😞

[@lillianlyons3395]

I love this song because it does not necessarily have to be a romantic song. My daughter picked this as the father daughter song at her wedding and it has a special meaning to me. This is truly their relationship. Makes me think of them each time I hear it

[@philipborgia6344]

Me2 with my daughter wow

[@lycan6455]

Yes

[@robynjaye659]

Aww that is so sweet

[@sirriel5629]

That's the magic of music, everyone's perspectives about lyrics is just beautiful!

[@joyFlorence682]

Thanks for the great love and support you show me as a special fan of mine, I hope you won't stop listening to music, and thanks for your sincere Compliment and love towards my music❤️❤️may god bless you.

[@andymac4965]

This song will never get old ... priceless magic .

[@thetman102771]

U got that right...

[@m.e.d.7997]

I remember this like it was yesterday. Takes me right back.

[@xanderinstrumental5762]

His voice is so soothing. It's like getting a massage.

[@willritter4076]

BJ has many different voices, he didn't always sing in this style... I'd be honored if some old-school Billy Joel fans would check out my acoustic piano & vocal covers of ALLENTOWN and VIENNA on my channel in tribute to the master. Live acoustic with no autotune. Thanks and peace.

[@ashwins3052]

Your funny, its true!

[@nicolegrigsby8156]

One of the most beautiful songs ever made❤

[@patrick4625]

🥲

[@JimLogan-tz3ts]

I certainly agree

[@Wolf_ManBlk1y3.5k]

Sure is.

[@Jamestng315]

One of the most beautiful song ever composed. Truly a masterpiece for a love song.

[@rbrown5617]

Say that one more time.

[@patlarkin3592]

Beautiful. Just beautiful. He sings with truth and love. The saxophone.........mmmmmmm.x

[@thetman102771]

I concur wholeheartedly....

[@paternotaboada4037]

Hallo mother

[@poisoninyourcoffeewolvesof5182]

Are you Spanish descendant?

[@richardscott4318]

Happy 70th birthday, Billy Joel!! This is absolutely one of your greatest tunes of all.

[@dangtoidang3648]

Happy birthday

[@sebestans]

been 10 years since I lost my only child to cancer- songs like this make it rough sometimes- I miss my little buggos

[@anaira308]

I am very sorry for your loss, I’m sure your little angel is playing in heaven right now❤️🙏

[@barbarawirkus5083]

So sorry for your unimaginable loss..."The only truly dead are those who have been forgotten". You have not forgotten...

[@catlady6464]

I am so sorry about your child. I hope only the good memories begin to surround you and bring you peace!

[@petergebre5513]

God Bless you and your family.

[@gammerguy1995]

no child should die of cancer... my deepest sympathies.

[@Honest-Words]

For some reason I woke up with this in my head this morning, haven't heard it in decades, but it never gets old

[@jongomm]

This sax solo is PERFECT. Just mind blowingly perfect. I could listen to it on a loop until the end of time.

[@BREGGREN]

***** Absolutely Jon, Absolutely!

[@MrCPhysics]

***** The Sax is Phil Woods at his best (in pop music). Search his name on KZbin to hear his own jazz compositions, playing with his own big band (one of the best of all time). Phil is now in his 80s, on oxygen, but still performing.

[@WhakkaThwakka11]

When i saw him in concert, after he sang this song he yelled "and then we got a divorce!" Everyone laughed.

[@wallacejackson5010]

MrCPhysics

[@ellazotomayor10]

***** I agree. One of my old time favorites. Love it so much!!!!!

[@pyt7778]

This absolute masterpiece was the ‘make or break’ song for Billy, he needed a hit song or was going to be dropped from the label Gladys Knight encouraged him to release this, as Billy did not think it was hit material. Thank God he did!

[@deliciaford4343]

Thanks for the history behind thus PERFECT song, which is in ESSENCE "TIMELESS".

[@damac5136]

😯

[@JosephNaldi-o3k]

I'm 57 and this sounds as fresh as it was when it came out. Timeless classic.

[@KevinRumer]

Absolutely

[@KevinRumer]

Billy Joel enough said

[@EmilyLinge]

My mum just played this to me & now I'm completely hooked! Wow, what a song! I love it so much!!!

[@sekmunnchoy6973]

Do explore Mr Joel's other songs as well. You'd be in for a musical thrill and treat.

[@alking7655]

Explore the rest of his catalogue, especially those that are album songs and not just well-known hits. However, if just starting, the hits are a good springboard. I suggest "Piano Man" and make sure you find the full version (for some reason my CD copy they shortened it and cut out two verses). Also suggest "Scenes from an Italian Restaurant", "Movin' Out (Anthony's Song)" and "She's Always a Woman" as starters.

[@angelicafication]

i know right!! he has so many good songs. you should try "vienna" as well, it has some of the same vibes as this song

[@cfjermedal]

My beautiful mother passed away breast cancer two years ago and Billy Joel was her all time favorite singer. She would always play this song for me when I tried and failed at something. She was my biggest cheerleader in my life.

[@taylobobble]

Rest easy

[@sexfriesandrocknroll]

😢

[@AnneSmith-l8t]

One of the most exquisite songs ever. Pure poetry from the depths of the heart and soul and mind.

[@enam0001]

I don't listen to music often but this.. I could definitely listen to this on a daily, it's so relaxing, It's sort of like medicine for the soul.

[@brynnmccann6480]

When I was six years old, I would ask my mom to request this song on the radio before going to school. It always made feel better. School was a pain and my parents were divorcing. This song was like a love song to myself.

[@jaykim6412]

I hope you found love yourself -----

[@ChillyIzzaWimp]

😊

[@TotalTennisGeek]

😢❤

[@TheFilmman]

When you see love in a bad expression, but something tells you that love for life exists

[@sequentialgear]

When a song touches you when you are nothing but a child, you know that's because it really reaches into your soul.

[@OnTheShouldersOfGiants64]

Damn, that's beautiful

[@dixiechic75]

This! Exactly how I feel about this song.

[@yo1347]

Hola. Billy Joel aclaró que , para hacer esta bella canción , se inspiró , en parte , en el tema " I´m not in love " de los británicos 10 CC ( 1975 ) : kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnSVeZ6GasyFaMk , mezclando ese estilo de pop- rock suave , con toques jazzísticos y una pizca de soul . Corrientes que tanto admira , junto al rock and roll , también. Saludos desde Chile , Sudamérica.

[@janetwebster5099]

Agreed - as a child of the 1970s (born 1964) I think that is why I will always love the music of that era - the songs you often don't even know that you know till you find yourself singing the lyrics in response to a situation.... ( ex "I'll be right back baby" said to kitten leads to "Baby Come Back" by Player etc. Happens all day long to me! )

[@sequentialgear]

@@yo1347 also one of my all time favorites. 🙂

[@michaeltang8860]

Not everybody will appreciate this masterpiece. Timeless !

[@richibusto6448]

This along with other hits he makes are great,there is no greatest hits album they all are.

[@neuvocastezero1838]

This song (and album) was ridiculously popular when it came out. It's not like it only appeals to an elite few who can fathom its intricacies.

[@kultaransingh7690]

@@neuvocastezero1838 a11111

[@finnlove4263]

@@neuvocastezero1838 Micheal Tang may be referring to the simplicity of the song almost too sweet & simple for the👂 ears of people in 2020 💜 It takes me back to being a teen 🌼🌾13! I love it🎵🎶

[@loudsmokes74]

This song speaks to the soul 😢❤️

[@seraadam1131]

Dad introduced this song to me And he passed away five months ago I miss him so much

[@alansavoy5955]

BLESS YOU I HEAR YOU AND i SEE YOUR COMMENT I UNDERSTAND YOU YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY PRAYERS

[@lilaznliquidfreak]

Your dad is singing with you in your heart.

[@bdr113080]

This song makes me smile because it takes me back to when life was good and happy. I always heard it in the car driving around with my parents. I miss you dad. Love you forever.

[@roostobias8775]

Exactly.

[@paddymac512]

Brian Rose reminds me of driving around with my dad when I was young, too. I've forgotten about this song for a long time...

[@deniseestes5197]

Brian Rose So true and I'm sorry for your loss ...

[@etp6695]

Wow mine too! It's my parents song. Those were good peaceful days. "sigh"

[@wolfgar45]

wow yeah

[@zafrie4363]

Listening to this at 2am, lying on the bed, staring at the ceiling, thinking about how great would it be to have a relationship with a girl who would love this song as much as i do 💕

[@marconasello8665]

Good luck.. Maty

[@solalizaclosa9559]

Well said.same here.chill😇

[@0713pnguyen]

It'll happen ... when you least expect it. Hang in there.

[@Jame6999]

You have to take the good with the bad just like the song implies.

[@SteelerNationBaby]

Haha... it will happen... dream her into existence. And pray about it.

[@SS-pv2hq]

God is Good, I feel that God is singing this song to all of us, saying He takes us just the way we are! TYJ

[@scitsalcoryp]

God is so good

[@albertopa58]

It took Billy many years to play just the way you are in concert. He wrote this for his his first wife. I am so happy he now plays just the way you are. It is an absolutely gorgeous song that comes from the heart. Thank you Billy..

[@emperoraurelian9536]

The Sax solo that starts at 2:57 is one of the greatest of all time. Beautiful & timeless music.....

[@pauljohnston9768]

Phil Woods! Same guy as on Steely Dan's "Dr. Wu" and a whole lot of jazz.

[@santiagobo3449]

Phil Woods on alto sax. A true Maestro...

[@javs1206]

Completely agree!

[@amikonate9663]

Lyrics!!!! Don't go changing, to try and please me You never let me down before Don't imagine you're too familiar And I don't see you anymore I would not leave you in times of trouble We never could have come this far I took the good times, I'll take the bad times I'll take you just the way you are Don't go trying some new fashion Don't change the color of your hair You always have my unspoken passion Although I might not seem to care I don't want clever conversation I never want to work that hard I just want someone that I can talk to I want you just the way you are I need to know that you will always be The same old someone that I knew What will it take till you believe in me The way that I believe in you I said I love you and that's forever And this I promise from the heart I couldn't love you any better I love you just the way you are I don't want clever conversation I never want to work that hard I just want someone that I can talk to I want you just the way you are

[@elenaballestero2611]

💖

[@dhieajengbudiastuti3951]

thank you...

[@clippervallygatoriii4529]

Grazie!😊

[@gilbertacquaye-appiah8206]

Hmmm

[@self109]

Thanks for your time..

[@Aart1953]

A song about unconditional love.

[@benjamincarter1884]

True👍

[@lordvenus7999]

only we got it from a dog

[@stevengrundy4720]

All love is conditional,,,, or that's what my old cat used to say,,, never take anything for granted, lots of love to ya😇

[@susanrhodes5681]

and then he divorced Kristie Brinkley?! SMH

[@Mattchew278]

Nope he actually talking about missing the first coca cola recipe

[@大将-u1x]

✨✨🎶🎶人生で初めて聴き惚れた癒しの名曲🎶🎶✨✨😎😎👍👍

[@larrygunerman1241]

this "classic ballad" is not only timeless, it is for every living, breathing, being on the planet. We are evidencing that love is there for everyone, in our present life, those who have gone before and we remember, and those who follow. Anyone/everyone we know is this song.

[@kenyacosta6542]

Wow ! This son brings me there , when I was young. Because I didn’t speak English at that time , I remember I copied it using a phonetic style and enjoyed singing that song that way.😊

[@pamelabarnes9558]

Beautiful words put its forever ❤

[@fearfullyandwonderfullymad1906]

I seen the plate....beautiful song. Im still that same old someone that you knew 💃💃💃💃🕴💃🕴🕴

[@leonchalita2169]

Nah that’s bullshit

[@yjonwiths3682]

True!!!

[@markushutto4017]

One of the top 100 songs ever written

[@almag6723]

Still being modest, one of the top 5 ever.

[@kennethostrer735]

For sure

[@marydawson7959]

"Song of the Year" in '78.

[@Yngsatchvai]

Easily!!

[@loyolabenizer3888]

Who tear up listening to this song? This is every mans feelings to that special someone.

[@angelomartyr]

After reading the Bible, this song actually makes me cry considering it describes God's love for each of us and is probably the reason why he went through everything he did for us in the whole Bible and still puts up with us.

[@johncaldwell-wq1hp]

He must have "extreme"-patience-,--because I would have "Pulled-the-Plug"-on the Human Race,-years ago !!

[@michaelkey7275]

Wow amen

[@stonec.a.5455]

Amen!!

[@joelsyvrud4263]

Right. God loves you....he's going to kill you. So coherent.

[@sylviajoliet9729]

Missing my husband of 32 years this Holiday season he sang this song in my ear after we started living together baby I love and miss you so much Rip love of my life 🙏🙏😘😘😘❤❤❤❤😭😭😭😭

[@d.b.cortez9885]

God bless you and your husband ! The moments makes our life! Your love of your life is still be care of you from heaven ! Thanks for share this with us . God bless all this nice moments and nice person ! We need more from this

[@dozerfarms]

Who's cutting onions in here???

[@josevargas515]

✝ 🙏 🌹

[@ChronicBrat]

I'm sorry lovey!!! Enjoy those beautiful memories though and try to be happy again!

[@gabrielalopetegui]

Some go thru life without having the love of their lives. You are few of the lucky ones. May his love and your memories together wrap you in its warm forever ♥️♥️♥️

[@鹿子馬]

眠れない夜に聞くと心が落ち着く

[@billyraybar]

Damn what a song. Pay no mind to the critics - this is one of the greatest albums of all time.

[@eddarby469]

Yea, and Honesty. What an incredible composer, lyricist, instrumentalists and vocalist. One of a half-dozen phenoms in my life.

[@reality_bites7887]

yes, please inform us who these critics are

[@blobcity3591]

@@reality_bites7887 i'll tell you one, troy. had a girlfriend punch me in the mouth for using this sentimentality. she thought it was an insult that i 'loved her just the way she was'. should have said she looked like a doily.

[@yeahnahsweetas]

​@@blobcity3591 A fucking doilie!!!😂🤣😂

[@davidconnellchicago]

One of the critics is himself. I think this is one of most perfectly done songs. Chords, Lyrics, Fender Rhodes, on and on....but in the Wiki page said he didn't like it. Not that uncommon. Some masterpieces people write and don't think that much of them.

[@Lushaholic]

I imagine God, the Father, singing these very words to us!

[@stormy7722]

well played sir

[@kalynlambert6889]

For all his music, and all his lyrics, I always come back to this album. Thank you, Billy Joel. ❤️

[@kalynlambert6889]

@Joel Billy Illinois

[@kalynlambert6889]

@Joel Billy I think it's a lie and a scam. You should be ashamed of yourself. Go away. Don't bother me again.

[@geolin5578]

RIP Phil Woods sax soloist extraordinaire

[@IndependentGeorge76]

damn, when did he die?

[@geolin5578]

(November 2, 1931 - September 29, 2015) was an American jazz bebop alto...

[@bdr113080]

that sax makes this song timeless

[@tommydee4780]

Thanks for educating me

[@jonathonsmith4947]

Tommy Dee

[@gustavoulisescortezserrano2755]

I love this song, always thinking in my wife. We just got our first 50th wedding anniversary and love her more and more.

[@jenpeterson3712]

❤❤

[@BreuckelensFinest]

Beautiful man. Congratulations. Many more.

[@plainbun]

Wish you both healthy and live happily ever after ❤️

[@karlalobo6926]

So nice. Love exists. Thanks God

[@Taj12354]

happy 50th

[@analiticofaro3731]

Fantastic song! Wonderful creation! God bless you Billy Joel!

[@spectreiam8238]

The song I danced with my mother to at my wedding... The woman who taught me what a gentleman should be.

[@wetlettuce3677]

Your profile picture is nothing of a gentleman lmao 😂

[@micahrocco6030]

This is my song to my mom! I remember this playin in the car on the way to school! Thanks Mom!

[@rainebow96]

That is touching. Wish gentlemen were easier to find.

[@No-fi6wu]

💛

[@jhonenriqueguayazan6219]

@@rainebow96 we are indeen 😉...

[@michellebowler7629]

One of the best songs ever written. It will certainly live on for centuries.

[@rhythmista7707]

As a professional musician who's played just about every genre of music, including old school classic hard rock and even some metal, i have to say that this is one of the best songs ever written in it's genre.. Bottom line is, a well written song is a well written song, and this one is no exception.. Superb tune..

[@strangersound]

The Stranger, Glass Houses, and 52nd St are filled with the same. Billy Joel had reached a masterful level of songwriting. His storytelling is up there with the best. The Stranger (album) was my first love.

[@TheMedicalReptile]

strangersound The funny thing is that those three albums are his most popular ones.

[@bachrocktheamericahatersan5799]

strangersound Great records! Then pffffft! He got up town and wrote about a fire. Never much cared for that stuff.

[@rossjaeger1093]

I listen to this almost every day, it doesn't get repetitive or boring. It's a different experience every time I listen to it. Same with Scenes From an Italian Restaurant

[@joshhay1016]

Consumable Sandvich I've done the same thing. Pick up my phone first song i play. Second song i play and then is always the song i end on, so it's in my head even when not listening to it.

[@judithanneroberts760]

I NEVER GET TIRED OF THIS AMAZING SONG

[@davidcastro7226]

I dream with someday finding someone who likes these songs like I do. Deeply liking a song is one of those rare signs that show you what real connection is. Truly lucky whoever finds it.

[@beachlife8168]

I love this song 🎶

[@dangerline7231]

Muy bien

[@Fred-mx6cu]

I wish you meet her soon

[@yo1347]

Hola. Billy Joel aclaró que , para hacer esta bella canción , se inspiró , en parte , en el tema " I´m not in love " de los británicos 10 CC ( 1975 ) : kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnSVeZ6GasyFaMk , mezclando ese estilo de pop- rock suave , con toques jazzísticos y una pizca de soul . Corrientes que tanto admira , junto al rock and roll , también. Saludos desde Chile , Sudamérica.

[@mdillon4311]

I read somewhere that John Lennon once met Billy Joel somewhere in Manhattan and he commented on this song as being his favorite. I really loved that about John. He had a real ability to Know a timeless great song!

[@waboom248]

Unfortunately John never gave any credit to Brian Wilson. Paul did though.

[@TheSpock23]

Paul also said this song is one that he wished he'd written.

[@melindawakley7859]

It’s probably true. Because Paul MacCartney is on record in his autobiography. Claiming this is the one song he wished he wrote. He loves it so much. And I think, like a lot of people probably notice, Just The Way You Are, sounds very much like a Beatles song. Or a McCarney’s band, Wing’s song.

[@officialpaulsinwill]

@@waboom248 He actually did complement Brian Wilson on the song "The Little Girl I Once Knew". "This is the greatest! Turn it up, turn it right up. It's GOT to be a hit. It's the greatest record I've heard for weeks. It's fantastic. I hope it will be a hit. It's all Brian Wilson. He just uses the voices as instruments. He never tours or anything. He just sits at home thinking up fantastic arrangements out of his head. Doesn't even read music. You keep waiting for the fabulous breaks. Great arrangement. It goes on and on with all different things. I hope it's a hit so I can hear it all the time." - John Lennon

[@waboom248]

@@officialpaulsinwill I never knew that. It's refreshing to see that quote.

[@waynecoy1841]

What will it take till you believe in me, the way I believe in you

[@京子-o7b]

中学1年で初めて買ったCDがSo realです とにかく好きで 36年経った今も有ります😊

[@anitamauro7534]

This was the first song playing when I met my husband in 1978, high school seniors, so it was appropriate that it was our first dance song at our wedding in 1980. Just the way you are still touches my heart after all these years.. 💞💘

[@brucespringsteen7204]

This means a lot to me💛💛 thanks for sharing

[@joeobama5044]

@@brucespringsteen7204 Billy Joel?!?!?! Is that you???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????

[@joeobama5044]

@@brucespringsteen7204 I'm such a fan!!!!!!!😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🧠👅

[@timothyfarmer5252]

P xdc

[@Julie-lx5gb]

awesome to hear. high school sweet hearts! it is a great song! happy for you guys

[@manjacovus5342]

God, Phil Woods's saxophone solo sends shivers down my spine every time I hear it!

[@paulcrossgrove5353]

This song is an emotional fragmentation grenade: when he delivers the line "What will it take till you believe in me ... the way I that I believe in you?" the grenade explodes.

[@hugocody3063]

Words are just brill..he's a modern day bard and as good as any songwriter ever.

[@PaulbylPaulbyl]

Nice catch

[@jamcam2760]

Are there any casualties?

[@gilmarjunior8311]

Paul Crossgrove uiiii

[@apageor2]

you said it completely, the song speaks emotion and I fully agree. =)

[@Will-i5u]

I respect love. It's a very powerful emotion that comes from the motions of the elements of time that God created. The matters of time and luck. Q & A says a products innovation can't be rushed because haste makes waste. Otherwise it's just slammed together without trust while the impact occurs and subsides.

[@rachelpinder5288]

this was one of my brothers funeral songs.. completely breaks me everytime i hear it😭 but such a beautiful song.. my brother loved billys music.. ❤

[@heartstrings7814]

I'm so sorry for your loss and pain.

[@faridbenabbas9165]

Ma plus belle histoire d'amour finis par une trahison c'est la vie continue je ne retrouve plus la personne qui va me faire revivre 🕍🕍🕍🕍

[@mrmiscast]

You'll carry your brother's memory all your life, just as I've carried my own's memory. Music shared will bring back the good thoughts and squelch the sorrow. I'm sorry for your loss and may your memories eventually bring you the simple joy of getting to know your brother. One thing for certain, he will always be part of you.

[@rachelpinder5288]

@@mrmiscast thankyou❤

[@ShinobiLives0625]

That's awful can feel yr pain there awesome song u will always carry yr bros memory with u God bless u sister

[@vaishika3846]

Thank you for this wonderful song Billy Joel!

[@patsickelmore4519]

Billy Joel

[@dawnkaye9527]

i couldn't set it better myself

[@michelemitchell7050]

I love the way he sings his song

[@Skimasksovertheblindeyes]

Sometimes you just listen to this song and hope someone can think about you like this...

[@bettymurphy6865]

What about self love? Forget loving someone else and first fall in love with yourself then the rest follows.

[@janetwebster5099]

@@bettymurphy6865 and enjoy loving others be they animal or human like this = romantic love is IMO highly overrated and does not always stand the test of time.

[@rumuelnathanael8043]

@@bettymurphy6865 Isn't that narcissist?

[@meiji1815]

I Hope everyone can someone who are they are comfortable to be with just like this song

[@Metqa]

@@bettymurphy6865 Sometimes, I just listen to this song and wish that I could think about me like this...., I sometimes think it would help if there were someone who could teach me. Then maybe I could learn how to love me like they do.

[@Putzing]

Bobby Fairways was right. Billy Joel is the GOAT.

[@alansavoy5955]

BLESS UR WISDOM MY GOOD FRIEND

[@keymaninmusic]

The goat is really a negative until today’s fools made it an acronym.

[@zappgl]

i listen to this song a lot, because it's the one thing i wish somebody would tell me.

[@Cereal008]

Zappy-N Hang in there Anon, I thought the same thing you’ll find someone

[@sophiaanderson3064]

Me too. I have faith that someday...

[@blessingsplane3385]

I love you alot God Bless

[@robynhawkins4612]

I love you just the way you are!!

[@zram1997]

I love you EXACTLY the way you are!

[@sabrinapalleri7070]

The most beatiful song to dedicate to the person you love

[@joellekorfanty4336]

Mais ne pas attendre sa mort pour le faire

[@stevemoore9509]

I REMEMBER I WAS WORKING DOWNTOWN AND THIS SONG CAME ON THE RADIO BEFORE I GOT TO WORK AND I SAID MAN WHAT A BEAUTIFUL SONG. NEVER FORGET THOSE SPECIAL DAYS. THANKS BILLY YOUR THE BEST.

[@sammy5674]

All my dads songs are coming on one after the other. This one really makes me cry, dad. I remember you singing this to Mum. God, i miss you 😢😢😢😢😢❤❤❤❤ you loved mum so much. She has been single 16 years now, dad. Never even looked at another man. She's 68, and im looking after her until she comes to you ❤

[@MsBonnieBlue]

That’s nice 💋

[@Honest-Words]

Your parents share a love, that today's generation could only dream of. I pray you carry their love with you into your own, and pass this along for generations to come. I envy your parents love because I myself, yearn for a love like this, although it seems I will never receive it, there I'd always a chance God will lead me to it. Cherish this, love.😘

[@zeropressureacoustic7255]

I'm sorry for the loss of your dad.

[@matthew0liver805]

Tears are welling! This song came into my head remembering chances at love I had & lost because I didn't have the word & soul of Billy Joel. Much respect & tribute, thanks billy.

[@markgillespie8829]

My friend God is not done with you. Jesus is Love itself.

[@hanna762]

@@markgillespie8829 yes. Jesus is the Son of God. A good Lord. An excellent Shepherd.

[@badger_ironsight]

the one that got away, trust me brother.. i know your pain... gotta let them go tho...

[@susandelacruz214]

I loved this song when i was 6 years old. Will turn 52 in few months later,and still loving it❤

[@amandasujatmoko3699]

Wishing you more years to come ❤️

[@Msflamingo-wl4qo]

Adorable! Happy B-day!🥰

[@joyFlorence682]

Thanks for the great love and support you show me as a special fan of mine, I hope you won't stop listening to music, and thanks for your sincere Compliment and love towards my music❤️❤️may god bless you.