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Angry, rock & roll, New Wave. The 80s arrived, and Billy picked up an electric guitar. Tired of being called "soft," he punched back with "You May Be Right" and the proto-rap "It's Still Rock and Roll to Me." This album is lean, mean, and aggressive.

"My Life," "Big Shot," "Honesty" The Verdict: The Sophisticated Follow-up. Riding high on The Stranger , Joel got jazzy. Named after the center of New York’s jazz scene, this album won the Grammy for Album of the Year. It is cooler and more cynical than its predecessor. "Big Shot" shows his ability to write a blistering rock song, while "My Life" became a generational anthem of independence. billy joel albums list

From his record-breaking 12 consecutive sold-out shows at MSG. Angry, rock & roll, New Wave

"A Matter of Trust," "Modern Woman," "Baby Grand" (with Ray Charles) The Verdict: The Transitional Album. This record bridges his classic sound with the polished production of the 80s. While it lacks the conceptual tightness of his previous albums, it features high points. The duet with Ray Charles, "Baby Grand," is a highlight—a meeting of two piano legends. "A Matter of Trust" remains one of his most underrated rock anthems. "My Life," "Big Shot," "Honesty" The Verdict: The

Billy Joel , the "Piano Man," released 13 studio albums throughout his career, evolving from a soulful singer-songwriter in the early '70s to a pop-rock powerhouse by the '80s. While he stopped releasing new pop/rock albums after 1993, his discography remains a cornerstone of American music. The Studio Albums (1971–2001) Cold Spring Harbor (1971)