Billy Joel quotes

Born
May 9, 1949, New York City, U.S.

Occupation
Musician, singer-songwriter, composer.

Billy Joel is an American singer-songwriter and pianist. He released his first solo album Cold Spring Harbor in 1971 but it was his second album Piano Man that gave him his first hit in 1973. Billy Joel is known for his storytelling lyrics and his ability to connect with audiences through his music.

I have a theory that the only original things we ever do are mistakes.
– Billy Joel

I really wish I was less of a thinking man and more of a fool not afraid of rejection.
– Billy Joel

If you are not doing what you love, you are wasting your time.
– Billy Joel

Most people are satisfied with the junk food being sold as music.
– Billy Joel

The good ole days weren’t always good, and tomorrow ain’t as bad as it seems.
– Billy Joel

There’s a deep-seated paranoia that Americans have about not being Americans or something.
– Billy Joel

Take risks. Take chances. Don’t be afraid. You gotta go into life brave.
– Billy Joel

Musicians want to be the loud voice for so many quiet hearts.
– Billy Joel

It’s really hard to make a living as a musician. It’s almost impossible.
– Billy Joel

Like family, we are tied to each other. This is what all good musicians understand.
– Billy Joel

I never said I wasn’t going to play any more. I don’t know where that came from.
– Billy Joel

As long as there are memories, yesterday remains. As long as there is hope, tomorrow awaits. As long as there is friendship, today is beautiful.
– Billy Joel

Musicians now find themselves in the unlikely position of being legitimate. At least the IRS thinks so.
– Billy Joel

More than art, more than literature, music is universally accessible.
– Billy Joel

My songs are like my kids.
– Billy Joel

Do what you love, and you’ll always love what you do.
– Billy Joel