Dont make music for some vast, unseen audience or market or ratings share or even for something as tangible as money. Though its crucial to make a living, that shouldnt be your inspiration. Do it for yourself. – Billy Joel
Most people are satisfied with the junk food being sold as music. – Billy Joel
In an age of incompetence, Ive been able to last in this crazy business. I actually know how to play my ax and write a song. Thats my job. – Billy Joel
Like family, we are tied to each other. This is what all good musicians understand. – Billy Joel
No matter how full a reservoir of maxims one may possess, and no matter how good ones sentiments may be, if one have not taken advantage of every concrete opportunity to act, ones character may remain entirely unaffected for the better. With good intentions, hell proverbially is paved. – William James