Billy Joel’s emotional coming-home story behind ‘New York State of Mind’ — as he says goodbye to his MSG residency

Category: Music

Billy Joel's 'New York State of Mind' emerged as a hometown anthem after his return to New York from Los Angeles, inspired by his homesickness during a bus ride. Despite not being released as a single initially, the song has become one of his signature pieces, reflecting the city's struggles in the 1970s and resonating through significant events in his career.

Keywords: Billy Joel, New York State of Mind, Music History

Source: New York Post

Update At: 7/26/2024

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