Greatest Hits Volume III cover

Greatest Hits Volume III

Billy Joel · 1997

76 min · 17 tracks · pop rock · rock & roll · contemporary classical music

A nostalgic blend of pop rock and soft ballads showcasing Joel's storytelling prowess and melodic hooks.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic reflective moments
  • storytelling through melodies
  • emotional lyrical journeys
  • balanced mix of tempos
  • long, immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on August 19, 1997, 'Greatest Hits Volume III' marked Billy Joel's return to the charts after a five-year hiatus following his previous album, 'River of Dreams'. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from a prolific recording artist to focusing on live performances and legacy-building.
Stylistic neighbors
Elton John· Carole King· James Taylor

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Keeping the Faith 4:38
  • 2 An Innocent Man 5:19
  • 3 A Matter of Trust 4:12
  • 4 Baby Grand 4:05
  • 5 This Is the Time 5:00
  • 6 Leningrad 4:04
  • 7 We Didn’t Start the Fire 4:48
  • 8 I Go to Extremes 4:24
  • 9 And So It Goes 3:38
  • 10 The Downeaster “Alexa” 3:44
  • 11 Shameless 4:27
  • 12 All About Soul (remix) 6:01
  • 13 Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel) 3:35
  • 14 The River of Dreams 4:11
  • 15 To Make You Feel My Love 3:53
  • 16 Hey Girl 3:57
  • 17 Light as the Breeze 6:13

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