Reaction: Billy Joel's Uptown Girl! She Wants a Backstreet Guy, But Her Mother Never Told Her Why!

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  • "Uptown Girl" is a song written and performed by Billy Joel, an American singer-songwriter. It was released as a single in 1983 and became one of Joel's biggest hits, reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
    The song is an upbeat, catchy pop tune that pays homage to the music of the 1960s, specifically the girl groups and pop acts of that era. The lyrics describe the singer's admiration for an "uptown girl," who comes from a higher social class than him. Despite their differences, he expresses his desire to be with her and win her over.
    "Uptown Girl" features a memorable melody, energetic piano-driven instrumentation, and a lighthearted, fun-loving tone. The song's music video, directed by Jay Dubin, showcased Joel performing with a group of high-fashion models and prominently featured Christie Brinkley, who was Joel's then-girlfriend and later became his wife.
    Over the years, "Uptown Girl" has remained one of Billy Joel's signature songs and a fan favorite at his live performances. It has also been covered by various artists and used in several films and television shows, further solidifying its enduring popularity.
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Komentáře • 49

  • @cathybrookeburt2616
    @cathybrookeburt2616 Před rokem +41

    Billy & Christy were married 9 years & have a 35 year old daughter Alexa that is a singer, songwriter & pianist like her Daddy. 'Piano man' is probably Billy's most famous song but everything he does is amazing.

  • @reneerocha1796
    @reneerocha1796 Před 4 měsíci

    The Piano Man himself. Master lyricist, musician, singer…legendary. 😊 Love me some Billy Joel. All kinds of songs about all kinds of people all over the world. Try RIVER OF DREAMS

  • @jhas727
    @jhas727 Před 5 měsíci

    Billy is a GOAT!

  • @dalee72
    @dalee72 Před rokem +6

    That's Christie Brinkley on the pin up calendar/poster in the garage.

  • @angelskunk2206
    @angelskunk2206 Před rokem +20

    Billy Joel had many hit songs! You guys should check out Matter of Trust, My Life, Movin Out, Always a Woman & We Didn’t Start The Fire

  • @kimking6036
    @kimking6036 Před rokem +9

    They have a daughter together too. Billy builds motorcycles that he collects. She had her own money. She didn't need his. You're right, he's one of the greatest

  • @christinewaide5249
    @christinewaide5249 Před rokem +7

    And she’s still absolutely gorgeous now.

  • @jhas727
    @jhas727 Před 5 měsíci

    Bill loves beautiful women and awesome bikes. Enough said. He is a very secure man. That is happiness

  • @0okamino
    @0okamino Před 6 měsíci

    I think it’s a talent thing. When he sits at a piano and sings, it doesn’t matter how tall he is or isn’t.

  • @KayentaMoenkopi
    @KayentaMoenkopi Před 10 měsíci +3

    "Honesty", "The Longest Time", " Just the Way You Are", "Italian Restaurant " [ personal favorite ] And "The Stranger". I 'd love to see a reaction to that one. Very enjoyable.

  • @greeneyesinfl9954
    @greeneyesinfl9954 Před rokem +9

    Billy Joel has such range and is such an amazing artist. Stiletto would be a great review It's been sampled by several rap / hip hop artists.

  • @minxiv7
    @minxiv7 Před 6 měsíci

    Y'all gotta react to Movin Out! Such a good Billy Joel tune.

  • @MarjorieStoker-oj8fh
    @MarjorieStoker-oj8fh Před rokem +7

    Love the fact you guys help yourself to 80s music ❤

  • @erickent3557
    @erickent3557 Před 10 měsíci +2

    This is Billy Joel's tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons... you'll hear it in the vocal delivery, and the uptown/downtown theme. Fantastic Cut. "Rag Doll" might be my favorite Four Seasons record.

    • @danielhead8123
      @danielhead8123 Před 4 měsíci

      The whole album innocent man is a tribute to the rocknroll music of the 50s and 60s

  • @backgroundmusik
    @backgroundmusik Před rokem +4

    If i didn't know what Billy Joel looked like id have thought they hired someone to look like a mechanic.

  • @touncy1533
    @touncy1533 Před rokem +1

    has a "Broadway" feel

  • @karenpowell6063
    @karenpowell6063 Před rokem +2

    Great song , reminds me of Franki Valli & the Four Seasons 🔥

  • @user-gx2uu7jd3v
    @user-gx2uu7jd3v Před 11 měsíci

    My dude in the middle be feelin this song tho!!!!❤❤❤❤

  • @kierstenridgway4634
    @kierstenridgway4634 Před rokem +2

    As far as cheesy MTV videos go, I really like this one! ❤

  • @danamorrison4354
    @danamorrison4354 Před rokem +1

    React to Billy Joel and Ray Charles "My Babygrand". Awesome tune Awesome performance.

  • @c.henderson2663
    @c.henderson2663 Před rokem +4

    The pin up model in the beginning of the video was Elle Macpherson ( an Australian supermodel) NOT Christie Brinkley who he later married.

    • @seanscanlon9067
      @seanscanlon9067 Před rokem +2

      It actually is Christie Brinkley.
      Her hair just looks darker because it is wet.

  • @Baddiesc7gn
    @Baddiesc7gn Před rokem +1

    My brother who introduced so many wonderful artists to me LOVED LOVED Billy Joel and Elton John.
    He got me hooked on Billy Joel. I miss those times with him. Too early in the morning for tears.
    I bet you guys don’t know about Ms. Phoebe Snow, Mr. Poetry Man. You should. 🫶🏾

    • @caroltrombley-yh6cf
      @caroltrombley-yh6cf Před 10 měsíci

      Phoebe Snow had a beautiful, unique voice. Poetry Man is a gorgeous song.

  • @Serai3
    @Serai3 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Christy was the girl on the calendar. Elle was a 90's supermodel and this was made in the 80's.
    Her outfit could be worn today and be cool, but look at her face. Christy's era emphasized the natural look, the point being that you shouldn't look like you had any makeup on at all, which is the exact opposite of what makeup is today.

  • @ThatsJustMyBabyDaddy
    @ThatsJustMyBabyDaddy Před rokem +1

    Epic song with an epic video.❤

  • @awezman
    @awezman Před rokem +1

    Uptown girl was written about Elle Mcphereson who he had been dating before the song was released.

  • @dave-ox2eo
    @dave-ox2eo Před 4 měsíci

    This is BJ's love letter to Frankiy Valli and The Four Seasons

  • @lindasalaki9404
    @lindasalaki9404 Před rokem

    Great Video ❤ Thanks for sharing ❤❤❤

  • @RCTPatriot75
    @RCTPatriot75 Před 9 měsíci +1

    The 80's is the only decade that you can excuse almost anything by simply saying it was that decade.

  • @mikedignum1868
    @mikedignum1868 Před rokem +1

    Why dose this reminds me of Frankie Valley and the Four Seasons?

  • @willwhitman7534
    @willwhitman7534 Před rokem +2

    Just a note, Billy Joel is 5'5", maybe I have some hope!

  • @stevelafarga3296
    @stevelafarga3296 Před 10 měsíci

    The Socs VS. the Greasers!

  • @Sportsref13
    @Sportsref13 Před rokem +1

    Hard to believe Christy was Billys 2nd choice.. he was hooked on Elle McPhearson who was 19 at the time, Christy was in her mid 20's.. Christy gave Elle her shot at Billy, but in the end Billy went with Christy .. on the trip were he met Elle and Christy, another Lady was flirting with Billy... Whitney Houston who was not "famous" yet

  • @kenhoyer8601
    @kenhoyer8601 Před 6 měsíci

    A Four Seasons tribute.

  • @sjddds
    @sjddds Před 11 měsíci +1

    Their daughter got Billy’s nose. Her mon is a supermodel and she got a beak. She had a nose job, now she looks much better

  • @bamachine
    @bamachine Před rokem +2

    She had money too but it helps that he had it also. I doubt some middle class dude would have stood a chance with her.

  • @steelmill
    @steelmill Před rokem

    Alien Ant Farm would get you guys attention

  • @bigshmoe
    @bigshmoe Před rokem +1

    first view lets gooooo

    • @bigshmoe
      @bigshmoe Před rokem

      this is honestly a great song and loved the reaction to this

  • @sondrawhite3853
    @sondrawhite3853 Před rokem

    Crack me up sayin joel like a jersy guy

  • @mrnobody9104
    @mrnobody9104 Před rokem +1

    there are a number of good Billy Joel songs and i'm pretty sure this ain't one of them..........IMO

    • @kevinzhang6623
      @kevinzhang6623 Před rokem +1

      ...I concur. PM, Saigon, Movin Out, Honesty, The Stranger, River of Dreams, Scenes from an Italian Restaurant, New York State of Mind, River of Dreams, and many more