Songs in the Attic
47 min · 11 tracks · pop rock · rock & roll · contemporary classical music
A reflective collection of live performances showcasing Billy Joel’s poignant storytelling and melodic craftsmanship.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective listening poignant storytelling in every track nostalgic moments for quiet reflection
- Context
- Released in 1981, 'Songs in the Attic' captures a pivotal moment in Billy Joel's rise to fame, following his breakthrough album 'The Stranger' from 1977. This live compilation features reimagined versions of earlier songs, illustrating his growing confidence as a performer and songwriter during the height of his commercial success.
- If you like
- pop rock, rock & roll, contemporary classical music
Songs in the Attic is an album by Billy Joel. A reflective collection of live performances showcasing Billy Joel’s poignant storytelling and melodic craftsmanship. The album achieved significant chart success, peaking at number 8 on the Billboard 200 and solidifying Joel's status as a major pop artist. It is notable for its re-recordings of older tracks that gained renewed popularity, helping to influence the singer-songwriter movement of the early '80s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Songs in the Attic sound like?
A reflective collection of live performances showcasing Billy Joel’s poignant storytelling and melodic craftsmanship. Rooted in pop rock and rock & roll.
What makes Songs in the Attic by Billy Joel notable?
The album achieved significant chart success, peaking at number 8 on the Billboard 200 and solidifying Joel's status as a major pop artist. It is notable for its re-recordings of older tracks that gained renewed popularity, helping to influence the singer-songwriter movement of the early '80s. Released in 1981, 'Songs in the Attic' captures a pivotal moment in Billy Joel's rise to fame, following his breakthrough album 'The Stranger' from 1977. This live compilation features reimagined versions of earlier songs, illustrating his growing confidence as a performer and songwriter during the height of his commercial success.
Who is Songs in the Attic for?
Songs in the Attic works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective listening, poignant storytelling in every track and nostalgic moments for quiet reflection.
How many songs are on Songs in the Attic?
Songs in the Attic has 11 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Miami 2017 (Seen the Lights Go Out on Broadway) Standout 5:05
- 2 Summer, Highland Falls 3:03
- 3 Streetlife Serenader 5:17
- 4 Los Angelenos 3:48
- 5 She's Got a Way 2:44
- 6 Everybody Loves You Now 3:10
- 7 Say Goodbye to Hollywood Standout 4:25
- 8 Captain Jack Standout 7:16
- 9 You're My Home 3:06
- 10 The Ballad of Billy the Kid 5:28
- 11 I've Loved These Days 4:35
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
47 min 58 sec
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