Piano Man

by Billy Joel

Piano Man cover art

A landmark album for the singer-songwriter, 'Piano Man' established Billy Joel as a major voice in 1970s pop and rock. Its title track, a semi-fictionalized account of his time as a lounge pianist in Los Angeles, became his signature song. The record blends rock, pop, and balladic storytelling, showcasing his versatile piano skills and narrative-driven songwriting that would define his career.

Genres

  • Piano Rock
  • Singer-Songwriter
  • Soft Rock

Tracklist

  1. Travelin' Prayer
  2. Piano Man
  3. Ain't No Crime
  4. You're My Home
  5. The Ballad of Billy the Kid
  6. Worse Comes to Worst
  7. Stop in Nevada
  8. If I Only Had the Words (To Tell You)
  9. Somewhere Along the Line
  10. Captain Jack