Live at Shea Stadium: The Concert
Billy Joel · 2011
284 min · 54 tracks · pop rock
A vibrant celebration of Billy Joel's hits, blending rock energy with heartfelt balladry in front of an enthusiastic Shea Stadium crowd.
Top tracks — play these first
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Prelude / Angry Young Man Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Piano Man — This iconic track encapsulates Joel's storytelling prowess and connects deeply with the audience, making it a centerpiece of his performances.
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New York State of Mind — The song serves as a love letter to New York City, resonating strongly with fans and showcasing Joel's signature blend of nostalgia and longing.
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We Didn’t Start the Fire — This politically charged anthem highlights historical events through rapid-fire lyrics, engaging the audience while reflecting on America’s complex history.
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Only the Good Die Young — With its catchy melody and rebellious spirit, this track exemplifies Joel’s ability to infuse humor and critique into his songwriting.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- celebratory atmosphere with crowd energy
- wave-like pacing throughout performance
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- dynamic flow of classic hits
- captivating storytelling through live performance
Maybe skip if you
- prefer studio polish over live
- seek quick, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases Joel's enduring popularity and vitality in live performance.
- Themes
- Shea Stadium farewell· New York nostalgia· historical reflection
- Career context
- Released in 2011, 'Live at Shea Stadium: The Concert' captures Billy Joel at a reflective point in his career, marking his return to live performances after a hiatus from extensive touring. This concert celebrated not only his legacy but also the closure of the historic Shea Stadium, where he performed for over 45,000 fans.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elton John· Carole King· James Taylor
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Prelude / Angry Young Man Start here 5:46
- 2 My Life 5:30
- 3 Summer, Highland Falls 3:42
- 4 Everybody Loves You Now 3:05
- 5 Zanzibar 5:37
- 6 New York State of Mind 6:49
- 7 Allentown 3:51
- 8 The Ballad of Billy the Kid 5:41
- 9 She’s Always a Woman 3:45
- 10 Goodnight Saigon 7:24
- 11 Miami 2017 (Seen the Lights Go Out on Broadway) 4:20
- 12 Shameless 4:54
- 13 This Is the Time 6:17
- 14 Keeping the Faith 5:06
Disc 2
- 1 Captain Jack 7:21
- 2 Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel) 3:43
- 3 The River of Dreams / A Hard Day’s Night 7:44
- 4 We Didn’t Start the Fire 5:14
- 5 You May Be Right 4:54
- 6 Scenes From an Italian Restaurant 7:40
- 7 Only the Good Die Young 4:14
- 8 I Saw Her Standing There 4:06
- 9 Take Me Out to the Ballgame 0:46
- 10 Piano Man 5:53
- 11 Let It Be 5:12
Disc 3
- 1 Prelude / Angry Young Man Start here 5:32
- 2 My Life 6:29
- 3 Summer, Highland Falls 3:46
- 4 Everybody Loves You Now 3:18
- 5 Zanzibar 6:18
- 6 New York State of Mind 7:14
- 7 Allentown 4:03
- 8 The Ballad of Billy the Kid 6:13
- 9 She’s Always a Woman 3:56
- 10 Goodnight Saigon 8:06
- 11 Miami 2017 (Seen the Lights Go Out on Broadway) 5:21
- 12 Shameless 5:13
- 13 This Is the Time 6:33
- 14 Keeping the Faith 5:00
- 15 Captain Jack 7:16
- 16 Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel) 3:42
- 17 The River of Dreams / A Hard Day’s Night 7:21
- 18 We Didn’t Start the Fire 5:29
- 19 You May Be Right 6:04
- 20 Scenes From an Italian Restaurant 9:00
- 21 Only the Good Die Young 5:19
- 22 I Saw Her Standing There 4:00
- 23 Take Me Out to the Ballgame 0:52
- 24 Piano Man 6:49
- 25 Let It Be 4:56
- 26 [Credits] 2:55
- 27 Walk This Way 4:31
- 28 My Generation 4:09
- 29 Pink Houses 6:04
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