Glass Houses
Billy Joel · 1980
34 min · 10 tracks · pop rock · rock & roll · contemporary classical music
A vibrant fusion of rock and pop that showcases Billy Joel's lyrical wit and melodic sophistication.
Why this album works
- Best for
- concise, engaging listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys energetic hooks and melodies
- Context
- Released in 1980, 'Glass Houses' marked a significant moment in Billy Joel's career as his seventh studio album. Following the commercial success of '52nd Street,' this album solidified Joel's status as a leading figure in pop rock, blending catchy hooks with sharp social commentary.
- If you like
- pop rock, rock & roll, contemporary classical music
Glass Houses is an album by Billy Joel, released in 1980. A vibrant fusion of rock and pop that showcases Billy Joel's lyrical wit and melodic sophistication. 'Glass Houses' reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200, making it one of Joel's most commercially successful albums. Its lead single, 'It's Still Rock and Roll to Me,' topped the charts and resonated with listeners during the rise of New Wave and punk rock, demonstrating Joel's ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Glass Houses sound like?
A vibrant fusion of rock and pop that showcases Billy Joel's lyrical wit and melodic sophistication. Rooted in pop rock and rock & roll.
What makes Glass Houses by Billy Joel notable?
'Glass Houses' reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200, making it one of Joel's most commercially successful albums. Its lead single, 'It's Still Rock and Roll to Me,' topped the charts and resonated with listeners during the rise of New Wave and punk rock, demonstrating Joel's ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes. Released in 1980, 'Glass Houses' marked a significant moment in Billy Joel's career as his seventh studio album. Following the commercial success of '52nd Street,' this album solidified Joel's status as a leading figure in pop rock, blending catchy hooks with sharp social commentary.
Who is Glass Houses for?
Glass Houses works well if you're into concise, engaging listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and energetic hooks and melodies.
How many songs are on Glass Houses?
Glass Houses has 10 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You May Be Right Standout 4:07
- 2 Sometimes a Fantasy 3:39
- 3 Don’t Ask Me Why 2:56
- 4 It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me 2:55
- 5 All for Leyna 4:10
- 6 I Don’t Want to Be Alone 3:34
- 7 Sleeping With the Television On 2:59
- 8 C’était toi (You Were the One) 3:45
- 9 Close to the Borderline 3:45
- 10 Through the Long Night 2:45
Release Date
January 1, 1980
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
34 min 35 sec
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