We are living in a time when American popular music is finally being recognized as one of our most successful exports. The demand is huge. – 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
Im probably writing music now for the same reason as I started writing songs when I was 14 – to meet women. – Billy Joel
You want to give people a reason to hate my guts more? Im making more money. – Billy Joel
On one level, nothings really changed in my life. I still drive my daughter in the car pool on Monday. But its impossible not to be aware of this rush of attention its impossible not to be seduced by it once youve entered into it, seduced by being unhappy when the attention wanes. – Michael Tolkin