Billy Joel has always commanded a certain swagger in his walk, so much so that he created a gangster persona one night in 1986 and made a classic hit from it.

Discover why Billy Joel remains a legend for young fans in the US and Canada. From 'Piano Man' to sold-out stadiums, explore his biggest songs, New York roots, and lasting influence on rock music that ...

The pop charts were no place for the timid in 1986. You needed to come strong with your material if you wanted to make a good placing. Getting to the Top 10 that year required something extra special.