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Billy Joel

born 1949

Billy Joel is an American singer-songwriter and pianist, born on May 9, 1949, in The Bronx, New York. Known for his distinctive pop and rock music, he has released numerous hit songs such as "Piano Man," "Uptown Girl," and "Just the Way You Are." Joel's influential career has earned him multiple Grammy Awards and he is celebrated as one of the best-selling music artists of all time.

  1. I am, as I've said, merely competent. But in an age of incompetence, that makes me extraordinary.

    Billy Joel
    #competence#extraordinary#society

  2. When I was 19, I made my first good week's pay as a club musician. It was enough money for me to quit my job at the factory and still pay the rent and buy some food. I freaked.

    Billy Joel
    #money#career#excitement

  3. I think music in itself is healing. It's an explosive expression of humanity. It's something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we're from, everyone loves music.

    Billy Joel
    #music#healing#humanity