I remember reading about how the decline of the steel industry had been affecting the Lehigh Valley, and I decided that’s what I was going to write the song about.
BILLY JOELThere are people who have lost every trace of human kindness.
More Billy Joel Quotes
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I think historically America has been pretty tolerant. It seems when there’s a mass influx from one place, that’s when it becomes problematic for Americans.
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It should be easy for a man who’s strong to say he’s sorry or admit when he’s wrong.
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They are sharing a drink called loneliness.
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You should never argue with a crazy mind, you ought to know my now.
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The whole world loves American movies, blue jeans, jazz and rock and roll. It is probably a better way to get to know our country than by what politicians or airline commercials represent.
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No end to sorrow, caused by the same endless fears. Why can’t we learn from all we’ve been through after two thousand years?
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If I need a cause for celebration, Or a comfort I can use to ease my mind, I rely on my imagination, And I dream of an imaginary time.
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every time I’ve held a rose, It seems I only felt the thorns
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Yes, they’re sharing a drink they call loneliness But it’s better than drinkin’ alone.
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Historically, musicians know what it is like to be outside the norm – walking the high wire without a safety net. Our experience is not so different from those who march to the beat of different drummers.
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Most people you’d tell “I’m gonna be a musician,” they’d say, “you’re crazy, you’re gonna starve, you’re gonna be poor, a drug addict, go to jail, you’ll never make it, there’s too much competition.
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I’m writing for the sake of writing music. Whether it gets heard or not isn’t an issue for me. It keeps my own juices going and my mind active.
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Rock and roll cola wars, I can’t take it any more.
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No matter what culture you’re from, everyone loves music.
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Though it’s crucial to make a living, that shouldn’t be your inspiration. Do it for yourself.
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