The Top 5 Billy Joel Songs, Ranked By Billy Joel

[@paarthania3694]

Vienna has such a dear place in my heart...

[@neizerpapanyan705]

Paarthania I know right. I think that song is about little dreamers

[@Concreteowl]

This means nothing to me😉

[@shredtildeath777]

To me it’s the most beautiful song I’ve ever heard

[@papermoon1118]

@@shredtildeath777 yes

[@oscardelvalle1613]

Addd A Few mention of third time

[@Krispytheversatilegamer]

Billy is easily one of the greatest song writers to ever live in my opinion

[@linaa5341]

Krispy Mane so I’d Freddie Mercury

[@Joanna-ur4hg]

@@linaa5341 The king and queen of music ✌️

[@connorwilde1471]

Freddie mercury is great but Billy Joel’s songwriting is more musically advanced.

[@nwest8274]

Krispy Mane Yes. Undisputed

[@aahyes9068]

Randy Newman belongs in that conversation.

[@jellyfishrage33]

He's got a great sense of humor. How could you not like Billy Joel?

[@theguywhoisaustralian1465]

If you watch this documentary Hired Gun. He did some really dickish stuff to his bandmates.

[@calebsawyer0719]

@Alec Sachs I freaking love listening to Billy Joel!

[@riverxvi9092]

@@theguywhoisaustralian1465 like what? and im seriously asking did he actually?

[@riverxvi9092]

Mr Wolf some people just don’t understand

[@christianordonez5704]

If he killed your family

[@jonathanwright3472]

Loved his retort when he said, "I told Elton John he should put out less songs." Great sense of humor and good comedic timing.

[@Hijodelaisla]

Fewer songs. He didn't finish high school, but he turned out OK so I'll let it slide.

[@kristys1829]

He turned out more than OK. He’s been through his fair share of heartache and pain. He is living the life he wanted to live now and will forever. He has three daughters and a doting wife who is half his age and they seem very happy. can’t wait to see him live on January 27, 2023!!

[@trentoninnewjersey]

@@kristys1829 his music is so great too!

[@traceyprice359]

😂🤩😎

[@RealGonker]

@@Hijodelaisla less is correct, I think; value isn’t stated.

[@baileywhitehead2988]

The Stranger is quite literally one of the best albums like ever

[@thezombiecreeper]

Bailey Whitehead I prefer 52nd Street

[@wafflemaker6590]

Hell yeah

[@eliascalifa6822]

Masterpiece!

[@henrymarks2237]

Bailey Whitehead It’s not quite Abbey Road but it is top 5 all time

[@eliascalifa6822]

@@henrymarks2237I agree with you, but it's a fight of four (I included Ringo) against one!Just Bruce Lee could handle something like that.

[@singtweetypie]

Saw Billy Joel and Elton John perform in concert together when Joel was having a hard time personally, financially and professionally, and Elton hooked up with him to help him get the crowds. One of the most amazing concerts I have ever seen; .two pianos on stage...Elton and Billy singing...what a night. Thought I''d died and gone to heaven. These two men are very good friends and Elton John - for all his quirks - has a heart of gold for helping other artists.

[@stretch54]

What year was that concert? Joel is supposedly worth over $200 million dollars.

[@singtweetypie]

@@stretch54 I checked and it was 1995 - although I thought it was more like 1990. Read up on what happened with his first wife - and her brother - who was Joel's manager who stole 30 million dollars from him. He has had three failed marriages, and that has also taken a financial toll. He was in rough shape there for a while - and am happy to hear he is financially solid again.

[@irishman4671]

I saw them together too and Billy was plastered drunk. Elton was visibly pissed off. Elton put on a fantastic show, as always. Billy not so much.

[@singtweetypie]

@@irishman4671 Oh that is really unfortunate. I'd be pissed off too. Elton is a perfectionist - and even in his worst days, when he had substance abuse issues himself - he managed to keep his shows professional. I'm sorry you didn't see them together as I did - as honestly - it was just an incredible show.

[@coolcat6303]

I’ve seen Billy live twice and Elton once. But I would kill to have seen them live together. I wonder if they’re still getting along though. I remember hearing back in 2018 that Billy was quoted as saying Elton is “dragging down” his legacy by releasing so many new albums. Elton’s response was “Well actually, he (Billy) hasn’t made anything since 1993 because he can’t. 😂 I love releasing new music, it doesn’t sell but that’s the point - it’s like telling a painter not to paint,” Elton said. He’s just lazy, yeah, I love him to death but he’s lazy.” Ouch! Haha.

[@yondoodle]

One of the greatest musicians of all time!

[@seang5396]

Agreeeeee!

[@IETCHX69]

We in the business say he's a triple threat. Can SING, WRITE, AND PLAY! Stevie Ray, Elton John , John Lennon , Sheryl Crow,...Your turn.

[@jkcvt]

Melissa Etheridge, Brad Paisley, Amy Ray and Emily Saliers (Indigo Girls), Phil Collen (of Def Leppard) :)

[@LosBombero]

Sheryl Crow ? You're generous.

[@seang5396]

check it out dude he's *all.time.best.*

[@ikarooz]

He writes iconic music, does great impressions, builds motorcycles for Bruce Springsteen. My goodness. He is an international treasure.

[@xman777b]

an "item". On that note, when in high school in Arizona circa 1985, girls considered him a toad and opted for the likes of Howard Jones. That's what I had to deal with.

[@KosstAmojan]

The term 'New York's Finest' actually refers to him.

[@happycrimson]

@powdergate and what exactly in this comment thread is exemplary of that? you're aware that billy joel is well-known outside of the US, right? there are definitely things to criticize about america, but as someone who isn't even american, it seems like people get way ahead of themselves. are you generally just a bitter person, or is the whole "americans suck lol!!!" shtick just fun for you?

[@dominicperrone2790]

"Elton John told you you should release more albums." "And I told him he should release less albums."

[@mizLaRaine]

Without missing a beat! He is so cool.

[@glenns.7493]

That's because he's said it before half a dozen times on other talk shows.

[@fanaticaldueling6337]

Well I mean some people can’t be as creative as Elton John. And Billy’s fuse burned out quicker.

[@glenns.7493]

Are you kidding? Elton's talent is extremely limited compared to Billy's. Billy is Elton and Bernie Taupin combined. Not to mention that he's an infinitely more clever lyricist - much more provocative than Bernie.

[@cimarronhopper4605]

Glenn S. Dont start cuse thats a lie

[@NathanWhite22]

Still waiting on We Didn’t Start the Fire 1990-2019 Edition

[@jazzymarzullo122]

Nathan White love it if we made it by the 1975!!!!

[@repete6200]

Nathan White honestly someone should make it if he won’t

[@andretthew]

That MUST BE MADE

[@phos4us]

I want it because there's been a lot of stuff that can go in that song. It can be 10 minutes long if we want to, I wouldn't mind though :3

[@xtro7]

Here's something even better.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6DRnGCHopx0itk

[@shredtildeath777]

“ I thought I had my say “ What an eloquent man. Understand his legacy and doesn’t want to saturate his legendary discography with music not genuine. In a time where popular artists pump out mediocre albums left and right for profit and boredom, I respect this immensely.

[@act4666]

12 albums is a lot. Then of course there’s his channel when it is on SiriusXM !!!

[@coolcat6303]

Elton & Billy actually gave each other hard time about that back in 2018. Billy was quoted as saying Elton is “dragging down” his legacy by releasing so many new albums. Elton’s response was “Well actually, he (Billy) hasn’t made anything since 1993 because he can’t. 😂 I love releasing new music, it doesn’t sell but that’s the point - it’s like telling a painter not to paint,” Elton said. He’s just lazy, yeah, I love him to death but he’s lazy.” Ouch! I think they’re both right though. Billy should make a couple more and Elton should probably do less because his last several albums have been mediocre at best.

[@jbosco3970]

the self awareness to retire before people start talking about your retirement is amazing

[@KenDiez54]

Such a perfect response to Colbert

[@im._.no3m162]

I don't have a top 5 Billy Joel's songs yet, but the best one is TOTALLY "Scenes from an Italian restaurant". THAT SONG IS ART

[@walliegirl2]

My 5 favorite Marty Robbins songs: 5) El Paso City 4) The City 3) The Chair 2) At the End of a Long, Lonely Day 1) Pride and the Badge

[@craigdawsonmate2517]

That’s my favourite too

[@JulianG84]

My favorites are 5. Vienna 4. New York state of mind 3. Leave a tender moment alone 2. Baby Grand 1. Just the way you are

[@KaivJohnson]

5. Scenes from an Italian restaurant 4. Two thousand years 3. Laura 2. Lullaby 1. And so it goes

[@leogreaves3251]

fr

[@kay-wx2uw]

5. Vienna 4. And so it goes 3. You may be right 2. She's right on time 1. Scenes from an Italian restaurant

[@ariangrande8900]

Yesir!

[@rmyrick2451]

Vienna should be higher on the list and Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel) should’ve made one of the top 3.

[@revoltingmorsel]

YES

[@crazydogproductions8158]

R Myrick you’re saying that billy joel’s ranking of his own songs is wrong? good on ya mate ahahaha glad that you have an opinion now go shove it where the sun don’t shine

[@blank9155]

CrazyDog Productions He's just giving his opinion bro take it easy 😭

[@johnhoffman5248]

Billy Joel’s top five favorite Billy Joel Songs. 5. Vienna 4. And So It Goes 3. You May Be Right 2. She’s Always Right On Time 1. Scenes from an Italian Restaurant

[@catu7089]

Thank you

[@madisonsadler6850]

5) she’s got a way 4)and so it goes 3)piano man 2)we didn’t start the fire 1)scenes from an Italian restaurant

[@Groovy26407]

Half a mile away.

[@colinsdad05]

All for Leyna, anyone?

[@shay7938]

Shot

[@robj7481]

NOBODY wrote lyrics like the great Billy Joel! Such a talent! I couldn’t name the top 5 because every Billy Joel song would make the list.

[@michekids]

Yes, She's Always a Woman to Me

[@yorickstrangefield2976]

Maybe we can make it the Top 555...I think I could fit 'em all in that...

[@RocStarr913]

Billy Joel’s lyrics are terrible, a lot of them.

[@RocStarr913]

@@michekidsMisogynist song

[@Bobot3000]

10. You 9. Can’t 8. Rank 7. Them 6. Because 5. They 4. Are 3. All 2. Amazing 1. Scenes From an Italian Restaurant

[@TheGumbyGuy]

W ranking lol

[@rsoto4156]

Couldn't agree more Bob.

[@farscape1975]

Sweet! LOL!

[@Arshys]

Lmao right 😂

[@benstanley4676]

The best way to describe it is

[@King_Colombia_Inc]

Happy 70th Birthday, You Legendary Piano Man!

[@stefe7579]

♥️❤️♥️HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY FAVOURITE MUSICIAN!!! Wow Billy you're 70 years YOUNG now🤗

[@turtles8930]

Because he needs more bread in his jar

[@anthonyortega2255]

Congratulations

[@DatBoi-mo9vc]

God for 70 he looks 20 years younger than his age

[@SpontaneousAndStructured]

I think “Vienna” is his favorite since it was the first song he thought of and had to think a bit longer to name the other ones.

[@rolandofgilead43]

i agree but he has said in the past how much he loves that song too

[@scaho]

R B it’s my favorite song of his, I was happy that he had a big meaning of it as well

[@rolandofgilead43]

@@scaho check out his outtakes he has some gems in there that aren't on the box set that you can find on here. Josephine is a great one

[@scaho]

Stimpson J. Kat Oh thanks I appreciate it!

[@rolandofgilead43]

@@scaho your welcome

[@TheSteve1126]

Best part is that he can still sing just as well as when he was in his 20s. Absolute legend.

[@Harassed2Much]

Right?? I watched the Paul McCartney "Carpool Karoke" and lets be honest.....his voice is not that good anymore. But Billy only improves with age.

[@PatrickButlerP]

Nope. He's way past his prime, sadly.

[@babeb5588]

He sounds better than ever nowadays.

[@jbrisby]

I saw him live in the 90s and he had a backup singer do the high notes in An Innocent Man, because he couldn't hit them anymore.

[@zoey7924]

@@jbrisby BS he can still hit high notes... kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5XCh4tqmN6pgtU

[@4evaavfc]

Billy's success is in that he never thought he was superior or different to other people.

[@jackgera9208]

I agree/disagree - His success is due to huge talent and a connection to regular people. I'm from Syosset, Long Island, the town just northeast of where Billy grew up and south of where he lives now. Everything I've ever heard about him makes me believe he just wants to be a regular OB townie. His success is well deserved, regardless.

[@Nestor123057]

Tell that to his original bandmate. They will beg to differ.

[@OfficialAshArcher]

@@Nestor123057some people will always be bitter

[@lindalicata8303]

Billy Joel is my favorite singer. I saw him in concert and had a great time.

[@robmoir7524]

I M GLAD you like BILLY Joel LINDA L I c a t a AND THAT you had such a nice time at one of his concerts

[@aspork483]

when?

[@sauce3162]

Me too. I saw him 8/28/19

[@billyjoel8842]

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[@danitotd]

If someone deserved the Nobel for writing songs, that was actually Billy Joel

[@jbrisby]

Look, I like Billy Joel too, but come on. He's not Dylan.

[@IsabelleBia]

Carole King

[@kadencollins6191]

*cough cough* bullshit No offense but I just don't agree no one can beat Dylan 😂

[@emilianogonzalez4827]

@@kadencollins6191 Zero chance for BD to beat the lyrics to Lullabye. And that was just one example.

[@WakaWaka2468]

Dylan would he as good as Billy Joel if Dylan actually had melodies to his 'songs'

[@asdfghjklemmaa]

Saw him last night. He mentioned this interview and clarified that his favorite songs are always changing, then proceeded to play Vienna. He was incredible

[@bilalbalwazdadi2618]

Emmaline Ho llan

[@JackT702]

Thizzmarley 186 I like Emma. It's short but sounds nice to me.

[@kaitlyn3386]

No Matter how old Billy Joel is, Vienna ALWAYS goes with his voice

[@mikehughes4969]

I think all of Billy's music is amazing, but Goodnight Saigon is a masterpiece that is almost completely overlooked.

[@TooleyPeter]

Masterpiece.

[@lyndakelly4243]

One of my top 3 too

[@tobias9189]

And angry young man

[@suecondon1685]

Live at Wembley arena, 1986. Fantastic experience, the helicopter sounds reverberating around the auditorium, and meandering searchlights was mind blowing. So glad I had the chance to see him live.

[@mikehughes4969]

@Scott Donnelly that's the one.

[@michellegulden1052]

I've seen him live, excellent.

[@ktcarl]

My wife and I have gone to 3 of his concerts.

[@ktcarl]

@Benjamin Miiller We did!!! Back then I had as much hair as he did and now I have as much hair as he does!!!

[@michellegulden1052]

@@ktcarl lol

[@chibbacurley62]

I saw him at Madison Square garden with Elton john. amazing show

[@ritaanderson4855]

Me too. What a talent and what a showman! Never will forget him playing that piano like Wow! Then standing up and kicking the piano bench across the stage and sliding on his knees across the stage, singing all the while without missing a beat!

[@w.nicholasgarifalakis4382]

Billy Joel....A Class Act! I would occasionally see him in Bayville, Long Island where he would ride one of his vintage motorcycles. Being a New Yorker, I always respected his right to privacy, but one afternoon he walked over to me and complimented me on my motorcycle. During this conversation, I happened to mention that my seventeen-year-old son, Eric, was a big fan, and how thrilled he would be to get his autograph. My son was facing his second bone marrow transplant after the first failed to achieve the outcome we desired. Billy was only too happy to accommodate my request and he made my son, a precocious percussionist, and pianist who would often accompany Billy's recordings at home, extremely happy to receive his kind words. I never had the opportunity to thank Mr. Joel for his gesture of kindness. Eric, who appears with me in the photo with our plane, died during the second failed transplant, at eighteen years of age! He was our "Piano Man"! Thank you, Billy! Your gesture meant so much to Eric and us! Bill Garifal

[@thunblot78]

I didn't expect a comment on a video like this to make me cry. I'm so sorry you had to go through that man, no Parent should EVER have to outlive their child.

[@LindaBabby]

I am so sorry fir your loss❤

[@FrenchQuarterBelle]

So sorry for the loss of your amazingly brave and wonderful son 😢 But so happy that Billy was so gracious and brought your son so much joy. Maybe many, many years from now, your son and Billy can jam in Heaven ❤🙏❤

[@aaaMDML]

5:00 for the list

[@mtaur4113]

This hero needs more upvotes.

[@princessbell2530]

Almost took me that long to see this:D

[@pedrosm0459]

Thank you

[@martymcflyy6775]

Matthew Bond this isn't reddit

[@grandadneal8114]

Just saw him in Auckland NZ. Hit after hit and he can still sing really well. Crowd of 40,000 sang every word. Great night. Thank you Billy

[@kristys1829]

So happy you were able to enjoy him live! I’m going to his performance on January 27th at the Seminole Hardrock in Hollywood, Florida!! I can’t wait. It will be my 10th time seeing him live!! 🎶❤️💯

[@grandadneal8114]

@@kristys1829 well living in NZ we see these people once maybee twice so your so lucky living where all sorts of great acts come by every year or two. Enjoy your 11th Time.

[@largechips]

Just saw him at the MCG in front of 100,000 incredible experience!

[@kristys1829]

@@largechips I have 4 tickets to see him at the Seminole Hardrock on January 27th in Hollywood, FL. The venue only holds 7,000 people. The music is so good in that environment! Can’t wait 🎶 ❤️💯

[@BillyJoel-mv1qf]

@@kristys1829 Thanks,I really do appreciate you been my fan and I will love to hear from you

[@mjb4084]

I have an emotional connection to “Piano Man”

[@JosephMFaulkner]

I'm surprised it didn't make the list.

[@daanbergmans4689]

doesn’t everyone?

[@qpou122]

we all do

[@bp6329]

no we all do not

[@GomerBarnFloyd]

I just started listening to Piano man the other day. I love it!

[@edwardlewis6958]

dude is a LEGEND....... ain't dropped new music in TWENTY FIVE years & STILL tours the globe like a current artist........grew up listening 2 songs......NEW YORK BABY!!!!!!

[@isaiah_g9590]

She’s always a woman is an amazing song. It was put together so well in every way

[@juliusthompson9306]

The perfect song

[@holliehoover6223]

He is such a great musician. That song is mesmerizing.

[@arikthenot-so-redasericthe1838]

I proposed to my wife in 1993 at karaoke, cementing Just the Way You Are as another of “Our Songs. I had to take a bus to Tower Records for a cassette tape of the karaoke version, because Billy Joel selections were not generally available for karaoke. I walked through the audience as I sang, got on one knee and proposed during the musical break. She actually said yes, and we were married three days later. We’ll celebrate our 29th anniversary in a few months. Beautiful song. Also, if I had a favorite, it would definitely be Close to the Borderline. Man does that song hit home.

[@charlesbronson2926]

Beautiful story! But I will say it was pretty obvious she said yes cause you started off calling her your wife 😜

[@TheKickingDonkey]

Three DAYS!? You guys were not fooling around. I‘m loving it and am very happy for you.

[@cheesesteak22]

Damn, I forgot about that tune, that is a GREAT song 😉

[@tomkurtz3848]

Glad that “You may be right” made it on that list, such a great song!

[@stephenhensley5631]

Big Shot !

[@act4666]

Mine too!!! My wife would scream at me if I didn’t she loves that song.

[@machineryman7197]

He sounds really good in concert now a days .

[@katgugino2091]

Amazing! Heard him the other day in Buffalo, Ny. He’s better live

[@George_Washington_1776]

Just saw him live today in Cincinatti, Ohio. Absolutely stunning performer, especially for his age

[@uzazil]

Because he's sober

[@gato7908]

Billy Joel is underappreciated by many people, but he is truly one of the great musical talents of the last half century

[@xcwarrior]

He's really not. That's why he sells out shows. Not everyone is underappreciated.

[@nancyenglish2688]

She's Right On time ,Such a FABULOUS song. Love Scenes from an Italian Restaurant! Great picks, Great songs. Amazing Artist!

[@starr0401]

Good to know when you're done. Billy he smart.

[@showtaito1075]

Lester Lee i wish he could make changes to this crappy music of today

[@starr0401]

Nick Ito To be honest, I'm not even sure we need any more new music. I mean, there's already a whole century of good stuff for everyone of us to discover. =D

[@emeraldkat2167]

Nick Ito Meh, there's always been terrible music. It just feels like there's more now simply because the most popular bands are usually some person with no talent except taking their clothes off. It doesn't mean there aren't great bands now, they just aren't as popular. I'd say check out Norah Jones for someone with talent who has made it, and Lake Street Dive for a band that hasn't quite yet.

[@noeliajaime7656]

But he's not done.He,like Bruce or Bob Dylan will never run out of material.Especially now....

[@RustinChole]

Emerald kat Alabama Shakes are pretty legit too. But ...I'm not seeing current incarnations of like, weird original indie rock like the pixies, Elliott smith, sparklehorse, Jeff Buckley, etc etc...

[@goldenlady3495]

'I thought I had my say..."That's the response of an intelligent, experienced artist. Some of these older ones can't let go and wanna go to war with artists half they age.*cough*Mariah *cough cough*

[@matthewstetson1840]

It's nice that he's not putting out new material without the inspiration but keep in mind he's touring as a greatest hits package. And while that makes fans happy, let's not anoint him for it. Saw him at The Spectrum in '77 and that did it for me. He would never be better in my eyes (or for my ears).

[@calebmurphy9406]

Nina Blaze What about David Bowie?

[@theinternet1424]

+Dylan Murphy She was talking about intelligent, experienced artists, not gods.

[@calebmurphy9406]

dov linhos Fair enough.

[@misanthrope8]

And some continue to write good stuff and get nominated for awards right alongside "new" artists (Sting, ahem). James Taylor and Paul Simon and Jackson Brown still write good music too. Mariah is not in her 50s even, let alone her 60s. She is not Billy's contemporary.

[@lll9416]

5 ?? My Billy Joel TOP FIVE LIST has at least 20 songs in it..

[@723nessa]

I feel the same way

[@sammyborhap]

L LL well that is not a top 5 list

[@mneilan123456]

L LL my list is around top 15

[@lauzhenzhoa]

@@sammyborhap shhh....

[@Djk7uu]

@@sammyborhap r/woooosh

[@theanswerisinthebackofyourhead]

SCENES FROM AN ITALIAN RESTAURANT IS MY ALL TIME FAVORITE BILLY JOEL SONG AS WELL. IT HAS SO MUCH HEART AND SOUL

[@tylermoran111]

An extremely intelligent and experienced songwriter. So glad he didn't push it further then he felt is should have unlike some of the oldies today who don't know they incapable of writing music on the level they used to. "I thought I had my say". Best possible response.

[@user-eh5gj1hx9z]

Go back to school tyler, or at least PROOF-READ your senseless comment!

[@xjamesxreedx]

His nonsense got 229 likes, and yours got nothing.

[@joshsloots4821]

Pretty much my view on rolling stones

[@Grayham4]

Billy's just a regular, funny, genuine kind of guy. I love that he put scenes from an Italian restaurant as #1.

[@misanthrope8]

No one mentioned Captain Jack, LOL.

[@agoogleuser6139]

Uptown girl! Still makes me hype today.

[@maqui4240]

Only song of his I cant stand...

[@rohiasplayz]

Amazing song

[@mmali5130]

@@maqui4240 why

[@maqui4240]

Dunno, why does anyone dislike a song? May have something to do with the repetitious chorus.

[@kh2b573]

Longest time and we didnt start the fire is good

[@dennyluster3089]

This is interesting to hear him talk about his songs. I briefly met Billy Joel in Iowa City, Iowa following his concert around 1987 or so, as his band was staying at the same hotel as I was. I had attended his concert that evening and he was now back in the hotel bar mingling with people, along with his drummer, Liberty DeVitto, and his saxophonist, Mark Rivera. I asked Billy at that time what his favorite song was of those he sang. His comment at that time was, “My songs are my children. I like them all the same.”

[@hmmm805]

I was there, too!!

[@tonybraun9916]

すごい体験ですね！

[@rileyann2026]

I went to one of his concerts and he was AMAZING!

[@LinYouToo]

Me too. Agree.

[@MichelPlaxton]

Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel) is climbing to the top of my list...

[@DekanPrime]

Uptown Girl and the Longest Time was 1&2 for me but after the birth of my own daughter Lullabye resonates so much within me that it went from 3 to 1 for me

[@rmyrick2451]

Michel Plaxton Wholeheartedly agree that it should’ve been easily in the top 3!

[@wuzzum]

Lullabye is just gorgeous.

[@rmyrick2451]

@Michel Plaxton My father passed away from Covid in May. He was a huge Billy Joel fan, and had so many stories about all the times he’d seen them. We decided that we needed to honor them with a Billy song at his funeral, so Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel) was what we chose. It was perfect, and really a highlight to his service. I love it so, and now it has an even more special spot in my heart!

[@itsnot2l852]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZnUe2eMh8amiZY Wow..What a song!

[@David-oo4on]

First seen Billy play when he was the opening act for the Doobie Brothers. Some of the fans were hardcore Doobie fans. They constantly were yelling Dobbies and gave Billy no chance to get going. You could understand why he was really annoyed with this. He stopped and said I've been paid so if you don't want to hear me the Dobbies will not be out till their scheduled time . I can leave and you can look at an empty stage till Dobbies. Once the loudmouths shut up he blew everyone away. Been a life long fan and it was one hell a concert in the end.

[@mskitty238]

David Oatman .. 💛🎹💛

[@TheFpCassini]

great story. roughly what year was that?

[@lindabrown8795]

That's cool! Can't imagine Billy opening for the Doobs!!!! But then in high school we had some long forgotten British group perform at our Homecoming and the opening act was The Who!!! They had just released the Tommy opera and they sang the whole thing! They were booked a year previously.

[@kdurden]

Wow, just wow.

[@ShannonLeeSD]

Great story, thanks for sharing. I saw Billy at Petco Part recently and he sure is one cool guy and I can definitely see him saying that. Love the Doobies too!

[@leokimvideo]

Wow, Billy is a great impersonator

[@actownsend7288]

Dare him to do his friend Sting!!!

[@trailguy]

i think having a good ear helps

[@jeanaerowley7150]

In my opinion, he'll never be "done". Love him so very much 💓

[@Friendship1nmillion]

Jeanae Rowley Yes would love to hear more orgrinial songs from him. Although we as fans must remember touring takes *ALLOT* out of our favorite musicians. 😧😔🎤

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[@jwandrassy]

"The Downeaster 'Alexa'" "There ain't no Island left for Islanders like me"

[@joannastayton3346]

Such a good song!!

[@elizabethgoodman9290]

Amazing

[@Original_Joe_Cool]

I thought he was going to mention that one. Really good song. One of my favorites from him.

[@jakemarsing2615]

Scenes From An Italian Restaurant is genuinely one of the best songs ever written.

[@happycrimson]

Bike Race Top is something wrong?

[@JohnSmith-pp6pk]

I feel the same way about bohemian that

[@JohnSmith-pp6pk]

Rhapsody*

[@ward61898]

Stairway to heaven, scenes from an Italian restaurant, Bohemian Rhapsody are probably the top they have that same feel when listening to them tbh

[@SquirrelTheater]

Jake Marsing You’re 1,000% correct!!!!

[@ericap7446]

The prelude into angry young man will always hold a place in my heart. Just the sheer songwriting and piano ability displayed there is incredible, and it always even gets my heart going in a way, like I hold my breath because I'm just in awe of how incredible it sounds. I'm terrible at describing the feeling, but I also get it with one of Walk the Moon's songs, "Work this Body." It has an amazing crescendo moment and then goes right back into it and I have listened to it so many times at this point.

[@MrPeanutProductions]

Scenes from an Italian Restaurant - Such a deserving number 1.

[@DAVINOENTERPRISES]

That's my pick, too!

[@aguy7726]

Mark White facts

[@hennryking7680]

Movin our deserved it in my opinion

[@hamishmcdog48]

That was my pick....

[@19MichaelDixon]

Mine too

[@MetalFlamez]

Starts at 4:40 if you're just here for the Top 5 Songs. I highly recommend watching the entire video tho, very cool.

[@mariojimenezdi8880]

not all heroes use cloack.

[@CallingDoctorUnk]

+Sp_uno I'm not sure if you meant "cloak" or "cloaca," but either way, I agree.

[@JackUzi777]

Metal Flamez

[@noahcrane142]

Thank you

[@anthonychaboude1548]

Thanks

[@patbrennan6572]

great story teller and musician with vocals to match.

[@danielsather3561]

half the joy of his show is his charisma, just oozes it!

[@erinhand1825]

Pat Brennan I

[@trentoninnewjersey]

I always loved “The Ballad Of Billy The Kid” and “Summer Highland Falls”

[@papi_chulo-]

Yessir balled of the billy the kid underrated

[@graysonpitman8959]

Both great songs

[@Scott-DJ]

​@@papi_chulo-...even though it's complete nonsense in terms of historical accuracy :)

[@noaswes]

Anyone else like the song “the ballad of billy the kid”

[@cjro71]

love it

[@theequalizer4379]

Who also remembers The ballad of billy the kid from family guy 😂

[@JamesHarris-hl2bm]

Love it! That was a classic!

[@chifmaster555]

Dude everybody seeing this video might actually like all Piano man 😂

[@lindamcd1217]

Duh .. That piano rolling..wow

[@jgvg2587]

HONESTY is the very best song forever and ever!!!.....IT'S PERFECT!!!

[@E4439Qv5]

Yeah, well... Beyonce. 😑

[@adammoen9687]

I feel pretty unworthy commenting about such an Icon, but Billy thanks, for all the incredible songs. You make life better.

[@bielsabas4407]

Same. Thought about writing "that was amazing"! But then had the same thought. I'm gonna reply instead lol

[@sammyborhap]

Unhappy Gamer I'll let it slide this time but never talk about him again please

[@GUATINGUATON]

Billy is a teacher by nature.

[@susankelley3787]

I've seen so many concerts but to this day the most memorable of all (to my surprise) was Billy Joel at The New Haven Coliseum (10/25/1986). I remember ever minute of that concert. So wish I could see him next month at Madison Square Garden. He's got talent, charisma, humor, soul and more. He cares about his audience -- what a night. We were all on our feet dancing the whole night. Stay well Billy, we need you.

[@WestCoast824]

"She's Always a Woman" 🎶

[@sauce3162]

To me

[@charlienixon1777]

So underrated

[@jimmyolsen5897]

Amanda A my favorite

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[@michekids]

Absolutely!

[@salvale9184]

I’d 100000% watch Pianoman and Rocketman fight Tambourineman

[@patakel]

That was very funny!

[@thehighground9175]

Can I throw the Rubber-band man in there?

[@salvale9184]

@@thehighground9175 Honestly I'd prefer the Starman

[@colinshaules7141]

Spoon man

[@chiefprimo5827]

But sandman frightened all of them

[@SceneComparisons]

my list 1 vienna 2 just the way you are 3 tomorrow is today 4 piano man 5 always a woman

[@showtaito1075]

Dimitri Bitu for the longest time

[@Xhoose]

Perfect!

[@lynnturman8157]

5. Everybody Loves You Now 4. Summer, Highland Falls 3. Big Shot 2. To Make You Feel My Love 1. All About Soul

[@danielsather3561]

you can't go wrong with any billy song, but Scenes from an Italian Restaurant is in my top 5 songs in general. Lyrics, melody, nuances, just A+.

[@ziggymeyer8393]

Daniel Sather Yeah I agree to you.

[@ricosuave8123]

Billy Joel is just so cool. I could listen to him tell stories all day long.

[@nikstar.x8240]

"Summer, Highland Falls" one of his greatest songs

[@boogiman6622]

So true, hidden gem

[@wreckim]

The legend. Piano Man is an experience that most of us grown men have actually experienced at one time or another in our lives. Thanks for posting.

[@summyb]

"Vienna Waits for You" saved my life when I was 18 years old.

[@andrewwagner9901]

summyb saves me weekly

[@juliemarks9166]

summyb been my favorite since I discovered the song 25 years ago in college. Always had a special place in my heart that song. Last year unplanned, I ended up in Vienna for 4 months. Call it Law of Attraction, the Universe, whatever... but that was powerful synchronicity to have ended up there so spontaneously. There’s a clip I discovered on iTunes about Vienna where he talked about the genesis of the song, what was behind the meaning. So great to get that inside info from the songwriter himself.

[@olsen2245]

Julie Marks Great history!!

[@GeeberK1]

Such a great interview with Billy! I must have seen him 10 times in-person and he is INCREDIBLE!!!

[@Dmaccabees]

My Life. 🔥 Favorite album: 52nd Street.

[@frederikpohl6996]

My mom introduced me to Billy Joel's music in 2006. On the Way home she was always listening Billy Joel in the car. 2 songs which were mandatory to listen to, were "the lunatic" and "scenes from an italian restaurant". In 2016 she bought 2 tickets for the only show billy played in germany, in Frankfurth, 3rd row... actually it did not matter because the people went crazy and everything center was first row at one point. When she passed away last year we played "I go to extremes" at her funeral. I'm really greatful for the relationship i built up to my mom, especially through the musical connection she built via Billy Joel's music.

[@elektrogstanzl]

It’s Frankfurt ;)

[@Worldsportstalk24]

Piano man is one of the greatest songs ever written

[@ljummingen]

lol nah

[@dankaminsky1675]

yes.

[@Nautilus1972]

Even Billy would disagree with that. Google it.

[@kingg1567]

I love it but billy hates it

[@GrayLZ]

It's good but Billy has so many better songs

[@DorothyMilner-h7m]

Love Billy Joel! So much talent - writing, musically, voice, everything!

[@BillyJoel-mv1qf]

Thanks, I really do appreciate you been my fan and i will love to hear from you

[@zoniekat]

Billy Joel's was by far the best concert I've been too. He really connected with the audience. I felt like he was happy to be there and enjoyed what he was doing. It was an epic show and I'll never forget it. All that said, Scenes From An Italian Restaurant is absolutely the best. Magic.

[@barbjohnson37]

Linda L and he sounded the same!

[@kikialdrich277]

Vienna is my favorite. Scheduled to see him in October!! Can’t wait.

[@Goathockey10]

KiKi Aldrich lol I will be seeing him the 27th in Milwaukee and I’m hoping he’ll throw Vienna In the set.

[@Funkopedia]

Dude, he could have a whole new show doing impressions and telling stories.

[@Gary_The_Gray]

I've said for decades that Billy is one of the top five BEST Songwriters on the planet. Being from N.Y. he spells out every vision, in lyrics, that his eyes & mind want to capture. And his melodies set the settings for every word being sung. His songs are so well crafted that few other singers can cover them near as well as Billy can. Then, when he brings all this, coupled with his excellent, entering, exuberance, to the stage ... Wow! He was gifted many times over, and it shows he knows it by backing away as he did, so we are just as pleased to be recipients of his well balanced talents. I've often been told I resemble his looks but I honestly wish I had a mere fraction of his songwriting gifts instead. May He keep doing it and keep it rolling. His repertoire is full enough. Every mood, Every story, every tell is told with perfection. My other four are : Paul Simon, Sting, Mr. Zimmerman and (maybe) Elton.

[@DAShafri]

I bet many people expected to hear Piano Man in that list. But all amazing songs.

[@Thund3rDrag0n12]

Danial Shafri I honestly wouldn't be surprised if he hates Piano Man. At this point, if you've heard of Billy Joel, you've heard of Piano Man. You don't really have to be familiar with the rest of Billy Joel's works in order to suggest it. He also did say that he prefers his album songs to his hit singles.

[@danielsather3561]

I was surprised here Scenes from Italian Restaurant, but I guess its longer so not really hit single.

[@kc.8330]

Danial Shafri he says in his song last words that he hates the songs he has to play that refers to piano man

[@samriccio3254]

I did

[@annieoddo1475]

+Kc Flows I'm not sure "hate" is the right word, but he's certainly grown weary of that song. It's definitely not surprising that he wouldn't put it in his top 5. To put it in his exact words, he's "constantly surprised at the success of that song." But I think there's also a certain sense of wonder that goes along with that success, no matter how sick he might be of having to play it. After all it's a major part of his legacy and has stood the test of time. My mom is a piano teacher and has a 9 year-old student playing it, and it's what, like 45 years old? But yeah, it's similar to the way Kurt Cobain felt about "smells like teen spirit" (though kurt's feelings often came out in a more fiery way). He never would have predicted the kind of crazy success it would have and felt it was far from his best work.

[@maaike9500]

wonderful how he can laugh and ridicule himself. Billy doesn't take himself too seriously, that's great!

[@maaike9500]

The GOAT yeah, and that's not the rule but the exception with most super duper awesome artists

[@annieoddo1475]

+The GOAT well... Kanye west is human, and he's the exact opposite of what we're talking about. He's belligerent, pompous and self-righteous. I can't take an artist seriously when they pride themselves on being a genius, whether they actually are or not.

[@kylefitz.2639]

"that's great"?

[@marciaperna1143]

Remember seeing Billy Joel on Inside the actors Studio some years ago. He is so witty and interesting. Great segment. Too many songs to choose from!

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[@rtd7066]

One forgets how many wonderful songs he wrote. So fortunate to have been growing up during his reign

[@caryheuchert]

“She’s Got a Way” is my favourite.

[@MalteWilsen]

He is really like no -one else, he lives in his 100 % self-created niche.

[@willritter4076]

I'd be honored if some Billy Joel fans would come by & take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal interpretations of ALLENTOWN and VIENNA on my channel in tribute to the master. Live acoustic with no autotune or digital editing. Thanks and peace.

[@SnugRae]

For the longest time is the catchiest song ever for me.

[@Whewchilee]

MR. F***ING TORGUE! OMG I THOUGHT I WAS THE ONLY THINKING THAT

[@PatScott822]

Scenes from an Italian Restaurant it's definitely the best Billy Joel song ever! I love so many of his songs. He is really one of the best! I love you Billy Joel. 💕

[@emmaredmond2494]

This one is my absolute favourite, however he has so many. I also love Captain Jack.

[@laurelsmithmusic]

I’m so grateful that my parents raised me on his music. So few people my age know his songs and it makes me so sad. Thank you for everything Billy 💙🎶

[@billyjoel1471]

Message me on Hangouts

[@primabellas6856]

And So It Goes, one of the most beautiful songs ever written.

[@AbbieSpecian-wz8jp]

I hope that Billy Joel is having the best life ever! Saw his concert this year (2024) in Chicago 🥳🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@matthewcragg3607]

We were there too! Stevie co-headlined.

[@chriskelly5099]

Scene from an Italian restaurant… just SUPERB… no other word

[@rachelkozicki4391]

1. Scenes from an Italian restaurant 2. Vienna 3. Allentown 4. It’s still rock ‘n’ roll to me 5. We didn’t start the fire

[@alexfisher772]

This is the best interview Colbert has done yet!

[@devinmccreery8003]

My top 22 Billy Joel songs: 22. Tell her about it 21. We didn't start the fire 20. Captain Jack 19. Say goodbye 2 hollywood 18. Uptown girl 17. She's got A way 16. Don't ask me why 15. It's still rock n roll 2 me 14. A matter of trust 13. Big shot 12. The longest time 11. you may be right 10. Just the way you are 9. she's always A woman 8. only the good die young 7. New York state of mind 6. moving out 5. my life 4. the entertainer 3. the stranger 2. scenes from an Italian restaurant 1. the Piano man

[@mizLaRaine]

Devin McCreery Damn! I should have made a longer list. You are absolutely correct, but you forgot Summer, Highland Falls. 😏

[@user-eh5gj1hx9z]

Fuck colbert - he's an ASS! Maybe these late-night jerks can win YOU over but, in my book they are political rejects from Satan's HELLYWOOD!

[@aidandonahue6075]

1. Vienna 2. Scenes From an Italian Restaurant 3. New York State of Mind 4. She's Always A Woman to Me 5. Only the Good Die Young

[@andrewwagner9901]

Aidan Donahue great list

[@rmyrick2451]

Aidan Donahue I concur more with this list than any of the others I’ve seen! But it’s missing Lullaby (Goodnight, My Angel)

[@718comics]

Need piano man

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[@sarahpeters5957]

Such a super man! I've seen him in concert twice and his talent as a musician, writer and singer makes me so happy!

[@lukebryan90]

hello how are you doing, how long have you been a fan of mine?

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[@tylerchopskie3874]

Billy Joel. The single greatest artist of all time

[@fanaticaldueling6337]

Tyler Chopskie *cough* Elton John *cough*

[@Friendship1nmillion]

Tyler Chopskie Yeah Billy Joel is *PRETTY GOOD* . There are a few though that fit that title. 👏🎤💻

[@jerryjazzbo2845]

No disrespect to Billy Joel, but I hate the way you put that....and many idiots on KZbin do the same thing.

[@OldManPickles]

Um do you forget Freddie Fucking Mercury? XD

[@tonyamos2810]

Shane Dean He was in the Band Queen.

[@johnsrabe]

Nobody writes lyrics from everyday phrases like Billy Joel - that also convey the era so perfectly. “They got an apartment with deep pile carpet and a couple of paintings from Sears.”

[@samuel8465]

5. Uptown girl 4. Root beer rag 3. Piano man 2. River of dreams 1. For the longest time

[@noelreynolds3081]

Downeaster Alexa is defo in my top 5

[@neptuneheat]

Don’t forget Captain Jack

[@GrahamBarth]

@@fml5910 3. The Evil Shall Live Forever*

[@pmashtx]

Eh, I think scenes from an Italian restaurant really is underrated

[@pmashtx]

Hey, you can't leave out scenes from an Italian restaurant

[@papophilos2391]

❤ love BILLY JOEL WOW TEARS FILLED MY SOUL HOW GREAT OF A ARTIST ENTERTAINER ❤❤ MUCH LOVE RESPECT ALWAYS

[@susanshea6786]

There cant be a top 5 because it is too hard to pick just 5. EVERYONE of his songs are top!!! He IS and ALWAYS WILL BE A LEGEND!! You've come a long way Billy!! ❤❤

[@westnblu]

Ditto but i would have put Allentown in the list

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[@blissmaster71]

She's Right On Time is my favorite Billy Joel Song!!

[@Ardaaldemir]

It has a great music video too!

[@TriciaDeBary]

It's at the top of my list!

[@BoomProductions99]

My Personal favourite is The Longest Time.

[@TheRealDreyne]

For me its Piano Man

[@dannychacon6592]

TheViperOrton45 I did a Barbershop quartet cover in Highschool for that song

[@mrpatukka3177]

Same

[@nickbishop48]

Scenes from an Italian restaurant is definitely his greatest ever song. Can't wait to hear him perform it live again in 2024 in Cardiff, Wales