Doesn't matter how many times I hear this song, it takes me directly back!! Billy Joel is a total LEGEND! 🎶😳❤
@robjohnson4592
4 ай бұрын
Made back in there day when musicians were prevalent. No computers, no auto tune, just good musicians.
@okieranchwife
5 ай бұрын
One of my Billy Joel songs. A song from my high school years. I'm 63.
@darlanilsen879
5 ай бұрын
Same!
@leslieroth8447
5 ай бұрын
You gotta see this song "Live From Long Island". Billy just put out first single in 30 yrs. "Turn the Lights Back On". Goosebumps. Saw him in 22 at Notre Dame and he was 73 and rocked a 3 hour show! His band also with him decades. So tight and play off each other perfectly. No joke, Billy is a living legend. 😎
@Beatles4Sale.
5 ай бұрын
Just to see the sax player performing with Billy Joel makes this performance great!
@lightatthecape2009
5 ай бұрын
The one made when e was younger is the must see.
@CristyB66
5 ай бұрын
💯
@jillk368
5 ай бұрын
He played that with an injured hand. You can see him shaking it around.
@user-ct8cw1cx3p
4 ай бұрын
Yes. And. Downeaster Alexa is a criminally underrated Billy song.
@StephenEnglish-uo9ew
2 ай бұрын
Love to see the new generations reaction to a lyrical and musical genius, and to see that they are blown away by how good this man is.
@darkomtobia
5 ай бұрын
Goodnight Saigon is a great song.
@scm021374
5 ай бұрын
This is my favorite song by him. All the change-ups and the beautiful sax. Perfect
@danpuleo9728
5 ай бұрын
Mine too.
@darlanilsen879
5 ай бұрын
Mine too
@seanscanlon9067
5 ай бұрын
The string orchestration on the studio recording often gets overlooked but really adds to the song, especially when listening with eyes closed and/or while wearing headphones. Perhaps it is because they do not feature during most live performances of the song.
@maryhuhnke4706
5 ай бұрын
I'm a New York Italian and Billy Joel is from my hometown on Long Island..He's like member of the family. ❤
@mikeglo168
5 ай бұрын
Great reaction to a great song. I've been listening to this song since High School (I'm 62 now)!
@thorzzz1z
5 ай бұрын
same here, same age, when this came out i was into Led Zep, Pink Floyd, the Clash, Rush, Black Sabbath. and i fell in love with The Stanger, and Billy Joel as one of my favorite musicians ever
@judgildea
4 ай бұрын
Don't cut the gas..lol. he's an absolute genius in arraignment. The bonus is the truth and soul when he sings!
@sourisvoleur4854
22 күн бұрын
My absolute favorite Billy Joel song. What a storyteller!
@jogann2453
5 ай бұрын
Hooray! Thanks Twon ❤
@K9WATCHER
12 күн бұрын
This is my all time favorite song of his!! Along with Only the good die young!! All his are excellent, but those to are stand outs for me. What a story teller he is!!❤
@maryannturton9830
5 ай бұрын
Back in the day we wore this entire Stranger album out!🙃
@jimgoodpaster4852
5 ай бұрын
This album, and two 8-tracks. Lol
@debbiehopewell5544
4 ай бұрын
It hits so hard seeing a young guy react to Billy and appreciate him for the amazing artist he is, I've seen him in concert 5 or 6 times, and he never disappoints. Great reaction!
@laurakali6522
5 ай бұрын
Great song about the nostalgia of youth.
@tapduff
5 ай бұрын
A Billy Joel classic! Such a great story, plus incredible music! If you haven't already, check out New York State of Mind, live at the Grey Whistle!
@michaelacosta3165
4 ай бұрын
His progressions are fantastic... you never now what's coming next.
@luckylisa5496
5 ай бұрын
One of my favorites - I know it by heart. A great story.
@billmuller1469
5 ай бұрын
Out of his many great songs, this is my favourite and yes it is his masterpiece!
@dianegoldeneye7207
5 ай бұрын
It’s masterpiece ! The story, the music. 🎵 ❤
@d.s.6268
6 күн бұрын
Billy's best song. Or is it New York state of mind ? Lol, thank you for a great reaction.
@Capo4sgn
3 ай бұрын
My favorite Billy Joel song ever. ❤
@jogann2453
5 ай бұрын
So happy I could make you cut the gas once again 😂 love you Twon ❤
@tombreeden595
5 ай бұрын
The sax player has been Billy’s musical director and backup singer his entire career
@seanscanlon9067
5 ай бұрын
Not trying to be a dick here but if you mean Billy's entire career, Mark Rivera is the second sax players in Billy's band and joined in 1982 after Richie Cannata who was the sax player in the band from around 1975 to 1981-82 for about four to five albums, and plays sax on the studio recording of this song from The Stranger album in 1977.
@tombreeden595
5 ай бұрын
@@seanscanlon9067 You know better than me - I guess I should have referred to his prime, rather than entire career - clarification and correction is not being a dick
@iainsmith2434
3 ай бұрын
@@tombreeden595that also depends when you think his prime was, 73-82 were pretty prolific and fantastic years in the Billy Joel catalogue, No less or more so than 82-93 to be honest, I’ve seen Mark Rivera in concert 5 times, never had the privilege of seeing Richie Canata but I am an equal fan of his contributions!
@shadow1674
5 ай бұрын
Thanks. Twon pretty groovy song❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@ericgreen2620
4 ай бұрын
Amazing song writer, and pianist ❤
@theregsandrecs1941
23 күн бұрын
Love Billy Joel. There are more standouts in his oeuvre, I assure you.
@jillk368
5 ай бұрын
To see Billy crush it on the piano, an INSANE live performance - - check out Root Beer Rag at Old Grey Whistle Test, 1978. Here's the link: kzitem.info/news/bejne/sJ2esWyOiWKel5w
@ROCCOA65
4 ай бұрын
SOMEBODY PLEASE BRING THIS MAN BILLY JOEL!!!
@cmholmes1067
5 ай бұрын
He starts with the end of a story and then goes to the beginning and every new chapter is a change up that gives you a feel for each scene, then its the end which is back to the beginning of song (end). My favorite Billy Joel song❤️
@christinawoolley6206
5 ай бұрын
Fell in love with this when it came out. I was in high school. Being raised as a Beatle baby and loving Queen, Bowie and more... the idea of experimental rock was (I guess) somewhat expected. What I love about Billy Joel is his classical training on the piano which is such a strong backbone to his creations. Love your reaction young man. Great to see you!
@williammuntzer7374
5 ай бұрын
Great choice and reaction. This song is an absolute masterpiece.
@marilyn4917
5 ай бұрын
Loved your reaction, Twon! I’ve been a big Billy Joel fan since the 70s. I haven’t seen your channel in a bit but when this popped up in my feed, I clicked immediately. You’re doing a great job young man! Keep up the good work!❤😀
@maryannturton9830
5 ай бұрын
Been watching your reactions for over a year,and I have to say I think your Billy Joel reaction is my favorite!🎹🎙🎶🔥😎
@coachjdc
5 ай бұрын
Love this song; love this reaction, Twon!
@feiny5008
2 ай бұрын
Great reaction My guy!.. At 8:34 "Billy Joel the truth..". YA THIN K?!
@valeriebeacham441
Ай бұрын
This song is cinematic! ❤
@dipsydoodle7988
5 ай бұрын
Every Billy fan has the same dilemma. Is this his best? It's easy to say yes, but then you realize there are literally countless more that you love. I recommend the live one of this too, but also check out the official video for Pressure for a different side of Billy. You cannot go wrong with any of his music, but yes, this is definitely a masterpiece.
@ROCCOA65
4 ай бұрын
This is one of the greatest descriptions of every Billy fan…young & old…lifelong or new. But I love being a part of this dilemma. Wouldn’t have it any other way! And this reaction video is my new #1 FAVORITE! I just adore you
@reborndaughter445
5 ай бұрын
Twon, can you do this song again but the live version from Long Island? It's a trip and a half! One of the greatest live performances. Fantastic, you'll be blown away!!! Promise! Thanks for loving this.
@RichardSchaefer-zx9ig
Ай бұрын
Enjoyed your reactions to Billy Joel's classic "SFAIR". Great story w amazing music from everyone in the band. Check out "And So It Goes". Saw him live in '73 + '74 and he was a great showman.
@lisahaverluk4037
5 ай бұрын
Goat
@user-ct8cw1cx3p
4 ай бұрын
The iconic live version will break you.
@eloquentkent
4 ай бұрын
I absolutely love the way the saxophone transports you man‼️😎
@TexasMagnolia
5 ай бұрын
Hope you and the family are well. The live version is Amazing!
@TexasMagnolia
5 ай бұрын
The Stranger would be a huge surprise for you.
@jonathanpatterson4558
5 ай бұрын
back with another banger love you my g.
@singingwordwright148
4 ай бұрын
Perhaps one of my favorite Billy Joel. Storytelling set to amazing music. Can't ask for more.
@markvwiley
4 ай бұрын
Like movements in an orchestral piece. Genius
@cindydegraaff5083
5 ай бұрын
Love Billy Joel! Have you heard “River of Dreams”?
@cshubs
4 ай бұрын
The Stranger was one of the first three albums I bought, ca 1982.
@delightfulpam
5 ай бұрын
You should do a reaction to any Club Nouveau songs; Jealousy, Why You Treat Me So Bad, Situation #9. You'll like all of them.
@jimbro5223
5 ай бұрын
You should view the live version from years ago. It sounds as good if not better than the recorded version, plus you can see they actually play.
@jimgoodpaster4852
5 ай бұрын
Awesome song! Try Captain Jack. Billy Joel can musically wave together stories that make you wish it was a full blown movie!
@brandonious7732
4 ай бұрын
I didn't know you still do reactions!!!!
@ROCCOA65
4 ай бұрын
It’s such a JOY witnessing you listening to Billy witnessing you!
@leslieoneal4464
5 ай бұрын
If you haven't heard "The Stranger" (title song from the album), you *really should* give it a listen!! You'll love it. 😉👍 Actually, that entire album was straight FIRE! 🔥
@Bob-pw7rf
5 ай бұрын
Good stuff huh? He grew up a few blocks away in Hicksville LI
@wuxin5847
22 күн бұрын
most of his songs were based on his experience growing up in nyc -
@motosches6404
5 ай бұрын
So many of his songs are like watching a movie I your head. Out of a romantic night, remembering romances of youth and the dream high school couple that everyone admired grows up and faces reality that all the illusions of the American marriage dream were no guarantee for happiness. Now, meeting old friends from the neighborhood where you grew up while you're out on a romantic night and chatting about them, like "Hey whatever happened to so and so? Have you seen them?" Then hearing the story. Just remembering how hopeful and ignorant, but happy you had all been back then before you really knew about life, ending in acceptance and understanding and the wonderment of twists and turns ahead.
@mollyprice1485
5 ай бұрын
He’s doing a big special on tv soon! (I believe it’s April 10th. Please someone correct me if I’m mistaken.) He’ll be playing all of his big hits!
@seanscanlon9067
5 ай бұрын
It is on the 14th April from 9 to 11 p.m. EST which is his 100th show at MSG and is set to air as a CBS special.
@rickeyjohnson4701
5 ай бұрын
This is a great song and he has so many great songs that I have trouble picking my favorite one
@maine420grow8
5 ай бұрын
I happen to be I-Talian.......... and I approve of this reaction.
@Frostrazor
5 ай бұрын
an absolute masterpiece of a song! Legendary storytelling and composition. Fantastic song and great reactions, bro.
@markbronx172
5 ай бұрын
try Vienna or Miami 2012
@babsysmith1630
4 ай бұрын
There's 'a lot' of Billy Joel Songs that i like, and some i 'Really Like'..But this song, i remeber, my our Local radio station D.J. use to play this a lot, 😂😂(I'm being honest) hope you enjoyed the ride Twon😂...Now for Something different.. If you haven't already reacted to it I'd love your reaction to 'Always & Forever, by Heatwave'.
@adamhenry2605
5 ай бұрын
Awesome Reaction 👏! This is definitely a top 5 Billy Joel Classic! This was one of those songs that he had pieces of other songs written and somehow woven them together to create this masterpiece! Like I told you before, we are just scratching the surface of this man’s catalog. Remember to check out “Zanzibar and “Vienna” by him! You are the best, Brother! 💪🏻
@musicairplanes4884
5 ай бұрын
You should check out the live version.
@CristyB66
5 ай бұрын
Billy Joel is the GOAT 🫶🏻
@FairplayChick
5 ай бұрын
Try Big Shot, and also River of Dreams
@jg7102
4 ай бұрын
Wish he listened to the live from long island version
@dougs8837
4 ай бұрын
Check the title---these are all "scenes from an Italian restaurant," imagine chillin' and observing these scenes....and there you go!
@cowetascore8476
5 ай бұрын
Song is made up of three parts with the middle being "The Ballad of Brenda and Eddie." Billy just thought to take three mini songs and string them together and he came up with this masterpiece.
@lisahaverluk4037
5 ай бұрын
Live please ❤😂🎉😮😅😊😊❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@sallysue8176
3 ай бұрын
His lives performances are better than his recordings. It’s amazing
@davidmoss2548
5 ай бұрын
You didn't know what to do with Russell Javors on saxophone and clarinet, I believe that he also plays oboe. He definitely plays backup guitar. Liberty Devito on drums and, of course Billy Joel on piano.
@brianwaite854
3 ай бұрын
From this era, it was Richie Cannata on sax, other reed and wind instruments, as well as organ and backing keyboards. He was awesome but got tired of the endless touring.
@viciann
5 ай бұрын
Now listen to The Ballad of Billy the Kid
@shadow1674
5 ай бұрын
Hey how you doing❤❤❤❤
@NLTwon
5 ай бұрын
Doing great hbu?
@shadow1674
5 ай бұрын
@@NLTwon we're doing well take care keep the reactions coming I love it
@calrowles9790
5 ай бұрын
this is prog rock...with different instruments.
@barbbaldwin9451
5 ай бұрын
Listen to the story…. It will make sense
@shannonbrigante5764
4 ай бұрын
Each ‘change’ up is a different ‘scene’ from the Italian restaurant..
@Looksue
4 ай бұрын
It’s all such a shocking surprise you had to stop 42 times what an a hole
@famat161
4 ай бұрын
Someone should make you a huge spinner that you would whack around and it would stop on one of his songs. It will have to be a big spinner. Or else it will select the Billy Joel song that you will play next video. This way people would have time to get excited about how you are going to love it.
@riccardoangeli802
5 ай бұрын
Grosso errore non postare questo pezzo dal vivo .... Billy joel va sempre "visto" ed ascoltato "live"
@brianwaite854
3 ай бұрын
He is awesome live but there is no problem posting album tracks. He was just as great in the studio.
@markb3186
3 ай бұрын
YOU GET A DISLIKE FOR SPITTING ON THIS GREAT ART I AM DONE CAN NOT WATCH YOU BUTCHER THIS YES YOU SPIT ON IT AND BUTCHER IT
@markb3186
3 ай бұрын
DO YOU HAVE THE ATTENTION SPAN OF A GNAT????? DO NOT STOP IT !!!!!!! YOU RUIN BOTH CONTEXT AND CONTINUITY
@markb3186
3 ай бұрын
TOO MUCH PAUSING ONLY JUST STARTED YOU RUIN IT RUIN IT
@roydownes2458
5 ай бұрын
this song SUCKS beyond words. react to 'until the night'.
@maryannturton9830
5 ай бұрын
NOTHING by Billy Joel sucks!NEVER has,NEVER will! To each his own...🎙🎶🔥
@seanscanlon9067
5 ай бұрын
Until the Night is a great song but this one hardly "sucks".
@roydownes2458
5 ай бұрын
@@seanscanlon9067 oh, i profoundly disagree...
@brianwaite854
3 ай бұрын
To each his own, but I’m in agreement with the two who responded to you. I don’t think I can name a song of his that sucks. There are few that aren’t high on my list but the vast majority of his catalog is special
@drinkslinger42
4 ай бұрын
Glad to see you enjoy it so much. I first heard this song 30 years ago when I was 16. Having had the night depicted in the song for the last time with that other, man it hits different. Thanks for the video, the timing man, bittersweet.
@jimgoodpaster4852
5 ай бұрын
Awesome song! Try Captain Jack. Billy Joel can musically wave together stories that make you wish it was a full blown movie!
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