Billy Joel’s classic and popular songs

Tomorrow is TodayBilly Joel

Billy Joel – Tomorrow is Today

A track marked by a powerful yet heartrending vocal and a piano melody that resonates deeply.

It appears on Billy Joel’s debut album, Cold Spring Harbor, released in November 1971.

Hailing from the United States, he masterfully captures the emotions of a protagonist tormented by despair and loneliness.

The song carries a message that reaches those who are on the verge of losing hope for tomorrow.

The voice, soaking into the heart alongside the piano’s timbre, grips the listener and never lets go.

It’s a song that offers emotional support—one to hear when you’re feeling down or when you want to take a step forward into tomorrow.

We Didn’t Start the FireBilly Joel

Billy Joel – We Didn’t Start The Fire (Official HD Video)

This song was released in 1989 as the lead single from the album Storm Front.

With its up-tempo, flowing melody, it’s an unforgettable number after just one listen, and it sings about various world events from 1949, the year Billy Joel was born, through 1989.

You’re Only Human (Second Wind)Billy Joel

Billy Joel – You’re Only Human (Second Wind) (Official Video)

A moving song by Billy Joel, marked by a warm singing voice and the rich tone of the piano.

Released in June 1985 by the American artist, the track carries an encouraging message for young people.

Its lyrics gently speak to the importance of living humanly and not fearing failure.

The music video is also memorable, featuring Billy Joel appearing like an angelic presence.

It’s a song that stands by those struggling in life and gives them courage.

When you’re feeling down, why not listen to this track and let it lift your spirits?

You May Be RightBilly Joel

Billy Joel – You May Be Right (Official Video)

Titled “Glass New York” in Japanese, this song is the first track on their seventh album “Glass Houses,” released in 1980.

In its somewhat nonchalant lyrics, it repeatedly questions whether the one who’s right is the singer or their lover.

Uptown GirlBilly Joel

Billy Joel – Uptown Girl (Official Video)

Billy Joel has many hit songs, but when it comes to tracks that really get the energy up at karaoke, I’d have to go with Uptown Girl.

It’s one of his more up-tempo songs, so it’s easy to get into the groove, and aside from the falsetto parts in the middle, I think most people can sing it without much trouble.

It’s Still Rock and Roll to MeBilly Joel

It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me

A singer-songwriter, vocalist, pianist, and composer—he wears many hats and is undoubtedly one of the defining artists of the 1970s and 1980s.

Following his 1970s signature song “Piano Man,” this rock ’n’ roll track became a massive hit in the ’80s as well.

His music is loved across generations and has been covered by many artists, making him one of the greats who have influenced the history of music.

Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel)Billy Joel

Billy Joel – Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel) (Official Video)

Even if you don’t understand the lyrics, you can’t help but be moved when you hear this piece, woven from simple piano accompaniment and graceful strings.

It’s a classic released in 1993 by Billy Joel, one of America’s iconic singer-songwriters.

Many of you may remember it by its Japanese title, “Nemuri ni Tsuku Kimi” (“Lullabye”).

The “Angel” in the song’s title refers to Billy’s own daughter, and his voice, gently addressing his beloved child, overflows with a father’s deep love.

As an aside, his daughter, Alexa Ray Joel, later made her debut as a singer-songwriter.