TOP		APC		PEAK		title		YEAR
	1		229		29		GOODNIGHT SAIGON		1983
	2		848		244		PIANO MAN		1975
	3		1060		336		SHE'S ALWAYS A WOMAN		1978
	4		1246		438		LENINGRAD		1989
	5		2446		1075		HONESTY		1979
	6		2884		1249		UPTOWN GIRL		1983
	7		5448		2217		JUST THE WAY YOU ARE		1977
	8		5844		1988		THE RIVER OF DREAMS		1993
	9		6686		2812		WE DIDN'T START THE FIRE		1989
	10		6905		2918		NEW YORK STATE OF MIND		1976
	11		7856		3445		THE LONGEST TIME		1984
	12		10386		4441		JAMES		1976
	13		15480		5583		YOU'RE ONLY HUMAN (SECOND WIND)		1985
	14		16117		6199		MY LIFE		1978
	15				7679		KEEPING THE FAITH		1985
	16				3536		TELL HER ABOUT IT		1983
	17				12119		AN INNOCENT MAN		1983
	18				4021		IT'S STILL ROCK'N ROLL TO ME		1980
	19				15830		YOU MAY BE RIGHT		1980
	20				18509		I GO TO PIECES		1990
	Billy Joel was born on May 9, 1949, in The Bronx, New York, and grew up in Hicksville, a place on Long Island. From a young age, he discovered his passion for music. His mother insisted that he take piano lessons, which laid the foundation for his later career. Although he was initially inspired by classical music, he quickly became fascinated by rock 'n' roll and rhythm and blues. The Beatles were a crucial influence on his musical development, especially after their legendary performance on The Ed Sullivan Show in 1964. This moment inspired Billy to pursue a professional musical career. In the 1960s, Billy played in several bands, including The Hassles and Attila, but real success remained elusive. It was not until 1971 that his solo career began to take shape with his debut album Cold Spring Harbor. Unfortunately, the recordings were poorly mastered, causing his voice to sound too high, and the album had little success. However, his breakthrough came soon afterward, thanks in part to a live performance of "Captain Jack" on the radio, which attracted a lot of attention. This led to a record deal with Columbia Records and his second album, Piano Man, in 1973. The title track, "Piano Man," became his first major hit and established him as a talented singer-songwriter. In the 1970s, Billy Joel became a star. Albums like Streetlife Serenade and Turnstiles showcased his versatility as a musician and songwriter, but it was The Stranger from 1977 that truly catapulted him to superstardom. With classics like "Just the Way You Are," "Scenes from an Italian Restaurant," and "Movin' Out (Anthony’s Song)," he became a global phenomenon. This album, produced by Phil Ramone, marked a turning point in his career and earned him his first Grammy Award. In 1978, 52nd Street followed, an album in which he incorporated jazz influences and achieved great success once again. It featured hits like "My Life" and "Big Shot," further solidifying his status as a hitmaker. In the 1980s, Billy Joel continued his streak with albums such as Glass Houses and The Nylon Curtain. With rock-oriented songs like "You May Be Right" and "It's Still Rock and Roll to Me," he continuously reinvented his sound. His lyrics increasingly reflected social and political themes, as seen in "Allentown" and "Goodnight Saigon," where he sang about economic decline and the consequences of the Vietnam War. In 1983, Billy released the album An Innocent Man, an homage to the music of his youth. Hits like "Uptown Girl," "Tell Her About It," and "The Longest Time" brought him a younger audience and proved that he could effortlessly embrace different styles. The album became one of his most successful ever. In 1986, The Bridge followed, featuring hits such as "Matter of Trust" and "A Matter of Love," but it was less well-received than his previous work. Billy Joel continued his musical journey and grew into one of the most beloved live performers. Although he released his last pop album, River of Dreams, in 1993, he continued performing in sold-out stadiums and concert halls worldwide. His ability to connect with new generations through timeless hits such as "Vienna," "Piano Man," and "Uptown Girl" ensured that his popularity never waned. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Billy focused on classical music. In 2001, he released Fantasies & Delusions, an album featuring classical piano compositions performed by Richard Joo. This project demonstrated his versatility as a composer and his deep respect for classical music, which had strongly influenced his early musical education. Despite this venture into a different genre, he continued to perform his pop classics during live shows. One of the most impressive aspects of Billy Joel’s career is his ability to deliver monumental concerts. His long-term residency at Madison Square Garden began in 2014 and became an unprecedented series of monthly performances in the legendary arena. Fans from all over the world traveled to New York to experience this unique event, and the concert series set records in music history. Despite some health issues and periods when he withdrew from the spotlight, Billy Joel remained an active and celebrated figure in the music world. He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and his influence on the music industry remains undeniable. In interviews, he has repeatedly emphasized that he does not feel the need to release new material because he believes his catalog is complete. Billy Joel’s legacy lives on, not only through his own performances but also through the many artists who have covered his work and been inspired by his music. With songs like "Only the Good Die Young," "New York State of Mind," and "We Didn’t Start the Fire," he remains an undeniable force in the music world. To this day, he sells out stadiums and remains one of the most iconic figures in the history of popular music. His timeless music connects generations and proves that true quality never fades. Billy Joel may have stopped making new pop music, but his impact continues to resonate in every note he ever played. His performances and work will endure for a long time, and his name will always be associated with the magic of music.