Billy Joel Recalls the “Odd Situation” That Inspired His Breakout Hit “Piano Man”

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Billy Joel’s 1973 breakthrough hit “Piano Man,” was released 50 years ago last month. To commemorate the milestone anniversary, Joel was interviewed about the classic tune by writer Bob McKinnon for a special presentation for New York’s WLIW radio...

Billy Joel’s 1973 breakthrough hit “Piano Man,” was released 50 years ago last month. To commemorate the milestone anniversary, Joel was interviewed about the classic tune by writer Bob McKinnon for a special presentation for New York’s WLIW radio station. “Piano Man” was inspired by Joel’s experiences playing at a piano bar while living in […]

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