Reaction: Billy Joel's Uptown Girl! She Wants a Backstreet Guy, But Her Mother Never Told Her Why!

"Uptown Girl" is a song written and performed by Billy Joel, an American singer-songwriter. It was released as a single in 1983 and became one of Joel's biggest hits, reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
The song is an upbeat, catchy pop tune that pays homage to the music of the 1960s, specifically the girl groups and pop acts of that era. The lyrics describe the singer's admiration for an "uptown girl," who comes from a higher social class than him. Despite their differences, he expresses his desire to be with her and win her over.
"Uptown Girl" features a memorable melody, energetic piano-driven instrumentation, and a lighthearted, fun-loving tone. The song's music video, directed by Jay Dubin, showcased Joel performing with a group of high-fashion models and prominently featured Christie Brinkley, who was Joel's then-girlfriend and later became his wife.
Over the years, "Uptown Girl" has remained one of Billy Joel's signature songs and a fan favorite at his live performances. It has also been covered by various artists and used in several films and television shows, further solidifying its enduring popularity.

[@cathybrookeburt2616]

Billy & Christy were married 9 years & have a 35 year old daughter Alexa that is a singer, songwriter & pianist like her Daddy. 'Piano man' is probably Billy's most famous song but everything he does is amazing.

[@BadgerBJJ]

Captain Jack is my fav

[@carolynmorrissey1630]

I Love Captian Jack

[@jannaversheck7121]

He's a treasure.

[@kimking6036]

They have a daughter together too. Billy builds motorcycles that he collects. She had her own money. She didn't need his. You're right, he's one of the greatest

[@christinewaide5249]

And she’s still absolutely gorgeous now.

[@jhas727]

Bill loves beautiful women and awesome bikes. Enough said. He is a very secure man. That is happiness

[@0okamino]

I think it’s a talent thing. When he sits at a piano and sings, it doesn’t matter how tall he is or isn’t.

[@reneerocha1796]

The Piano Man himself. Master lyricist, musician, singer…legendary. 😊 Love me some Billy Joel. All kinds of songs about all kinds of people all over the world. Try RIVER OF DREAMS

[@jhas727]

Billy is a GOAT!

[@dalee72]

That's Christie Brinkley on the pin up calendar/poster in the garage.

[@angelskunk2206]

Billy Joel had many hit songs! You guys should check out Matter of Trust, My Life, Movin Out, Always a Woman & We Didn’t Start The Fire

[@carolynmorrissey1630]

Piano Man

[@KayentaMoenkopi]

"Honesty", "The Longest Time", " Just the Way You Are", "Italian Restaurant " [ personal favorite ] And "The Stranger". I 'd love to see a reaction to that one. Very enjoyable.

[@backgroundmusik]

If i didn't know what Billy Joel looked like id have thought they hired someone to look like a mechanic.

[@greeneyesinfl9954]

Billy Joel has such range and is such an amazing artist. Stiletto would be a great review It's been sampled by several rap / hip hop artists.

[@MarjorieStoker-oj8fh]

Love the fact you guys help yourself to 80s music ❤

[@touncy1533]

has a "Broadway" feel

[@erickent3557]

This is Billy Joel's tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons... you'll hear it in the vocal delivery, and the uptown/downtown theme. Fantastic Cut. "Rag Doll" might be my favorite Four Seasons record.

[@danielhead8123]

The whole album innocent man is a tribute to the rocknroll music of the 50s and 60s

[@user-gx2uu7jd3v]

My dude in the middle be feelin this song tho!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@minxiv7]

Y'all gotta react to Movin Out! Such a good Billy Joel tune.

[@karenpowell6063]

Great song , reminds me of Franki Valli & the Four Seasons 🔥

[@Serai3]

Christy was the girl on the calendar. Elle was a 90's supermodel and this was made in the 80's. Her outfit could be worn today and be cool, but look at her face. Christy's era emphasized the natural look, the point being that you shouldn't look like you had any makeup on at all, which is the exact opposite of what makeup is today.

[@kierstenridgway4634]

As far as cheesy MTV videos go, I really like this one! ❤

[@Baddiesc7gn]

My brother who introduced so many wonderful artists to me LOVED LOVED Billy Joel and Elton John. He got me hooked on Billy Joel. I miss those times with him. Too early in the morning for tears. I bet you guys don’t know about Ms. Phoebe Snow, Mr. Poetry Man. You should. 🫶🏾

[@caroltrombley-yh6cf]

Phoebe Snow had a beautiful, unique voice. Poetry Man is a gorgeous song.

[@danamorrison4354]

React to Billy Joel and Ray Charles "My Babygrand". Awesome tune Awesome performance.

[@ThatsJustMyBabyDaddy]

Epic song with an epic video.❤

[@c.henderson2663]

The pin up model in the beginning of the video was Elle Macpherson ( an Australian supermodel) NOT Christie Brinkley who he later married.

[@seanscanlon9067]

It actually is Christie Brinkley. Her hair just looks darker because it is wet.

[@RCTPatriot75]

The 80's is the only decade that you can excuse almost anything by simply saying it was that decade.

[@awezman]

Uptown girl was written about Elle Mcphereson who he had been dating before the song was released.

[@sjddds]

Their daughter got Billy’s nose. Her mon is a supermodel and she got a beak. She had a nose job, now she looks much better

[@dave-ox2eo]

This is BJ's love letter to Frankiy Valli and The Four Seasons

[@stevelafarga3296]

The Socs VS. the Greasers!

[@willwhitman7534]

Just a note, Billy Joel is 5'5", maybe I have some hope!

[@lindasalaki9404]

Great Video ❤ Thanks for sharing ❤❤❤

[@Sportsref13]

Hard to believe Christy was Billys 2nd choice.. he was hooked on Elle McPhearson who was 19 at the time, Christy was in her mid 20's.. Christy gave Elle her shot at Billy, but in the end Billy went with Christy .. on the trip were he met Elle and Christy, another Lady was flirting with Billy... Whitney Houston who was not "famous" yet

[@kenhoyer8601]

A Four Seasons tribute.

[@mikedignum1868]

Why dose this reminds me of Frankie Valley and the Four Seasons?

[@bamachine]

She had money too but it helps that he had it also. I doubt some middle class dude would have stood a chance with her.

[@steelmill]

Alien Ant Farm would get you guys attention

[@bigshmoe]

first view lets gooooo

[@bigshmoe]

this is honestly a great song and loved the reaction to this

[@sondrawhite3853]

Crack me up sayin joel like a jersy guy

[@mrnobody9104]

there are a number of good Billy Joel songs and i'm pretty sure this ain't one of them..........IMO

[@kevinzhang6623]

...I concur. PM, Saigon, Movin Out, Honesty, The Stranger, River of Dreams, Scenes from an Italian Restaurant, New York State of Mind, River of Dreams, and many more