Billy joel leningrad videos

Artist Background

"Leningrad" is a song by Billy Joel, an American singer-songwriter, composer, and pianist. He is often referred to as the "Piano Man" after his popular 1973 hit.

Album Details

The song "Leningrad" is from Joel's 1989 album "Storm Front."

Musical Style

This song features a rich, orchestral backing, highlighting Joel's versatility as a songwriter and musician.

Historical Background

"Leningrad" was released during the final years of the Cold War, and the song reflects the political tensions of the era.

Song's Inspiration

"Leningrad" was inspired by Joey's tour of the Soviet Union in 1987.

He was one of the first American pop artists to perform there as relations thawed between the US and the USSR.

Genre

The song is considered a form of rock music mixed with elements of pop.

Song's Narrative

"Leningrad" tells the story of a man named Viktor, who was born in 1944 in the USSR, witnessing the changes in his city and countr Billy Joel - Live from Leningrad (1987) - YouTube TEWUC