Billy Joel

Description: (Singer, Composer)

Billy Joel is a famous American pianist, singer, song-writer, and composer. He began his career with a musical group called ‘The Echoes,’ which later became known as the ‘Lost Souls.’ He is regarded as one of the most popular recording artists and the biggest entertainers in the world. He earned many ‘Grammy Awards’ for his album ‘Glass Houses’ and was also presented with the prestigious ‘Grammy Legend Award’ in 1990. He received the ‘Recording Industry Association of America Diamond Award’ for his album ‘Greatest Hits Volume I and Volume II’ which has sold more than 11.5 million copies till now. Joel has explored various genres of music, incorporating and merging different elements, including romantic ballads, hard-rock element, and jazz combined with pop and soul. Over the course of his career, his songs have been cherished by millions of his fans. Joel’s signature song ‘Piano Man’ took him to the peak of superstardom, and became a big radio hit of its time. Even today, it remains popular and is ranked as one of his best songs ever.

Overview

Birthday May 9, 1949 (Taurus)
Born In United States
Alternative names William Martin Joel
Height 165 cm
Spouse/Ex- Alexis Roderick (m. 2015), Christie Brinkley (m. 1985–1994), Elizabeth Weber (m. 1973–1982), Katie Lee (m. 2004–2010)
Parents Howard Joel
Rosalind Nyman
Children Alexa Ray Joel, Della Rose Joel, Remy Anne Joel
Relatives Alexander Joel, Judith Joel

Did you know

What are some of Billy Joel's most popular songs? Some of Billy Joel's most popular songs include "Piano Man," "Uptown Girl," "We Didn't Start the Fire," "Just the Way You Are," and "New York State of Mind."
Which musical genres is Billy Joel known for? Billy Joel is known for his contributions to genres such as rock, pop, and classical music.
Has Billy Joel ever performed at Madison Square Garden? Yes, Billy Joel has a long-standing residency at Madison Square Garden in New York City, where he performs regularly to sold-out crowds.
Did Billy Joel ever collaborate with other famous musicians? Yes, Billy Joel has collaborated with various famous musicians, including Elton John, Paul McCartney, and Tony Bennett.
What inspired Billy Joel to write the song "Piano Man?" The inspiration behind Billy Joel's song "Piano Man" came from his experiences working as a lounge pianist in Los Angeles.
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