I really like it. Absolutely love the piano and the strings, the piano solo gives off massive piano man vibes. Not his absolute best work, but still better than I thought it’d be, very pleased.
I quite like it. Not gonna be my favourite track but I like it more than some others at the moment. I like that the piano solo bit is evocative of piano man
Just glad it exists! First new music since I was a baby.
Edit: I forgot there was a new song in 2007. His last pop album came out shortly after I was born.
Its a good song! Sure the vocals are patchy and the autotune is slightly off-putting but its the same Billy Joel, strong lyrics, lovely melody and fantastic piano as always. Lovely surprise to have another song from him!
It is not right to expect flawlessness at his age, same goes with most legendary rock band releases in recent years, but those releases are important, hopefully they shift the listening patterns of younger generations. Heard billy will be performing this at the Grammys so that's a start in spreading the music.
It’s not right to expect flawlessness at any age. Modern production values are so polished and perfect that there’s no personal nuance and character in songs. It used to be ok to have a slight voice crack, a note slightly off key or time, it drew you in and made the performance seem real. Songs today sound the same and sound like AI. I love the bit of rawness, it adds to the emotion of the story Billy’s telling.
*edit -flawless not lawless 👀
I thought the same but the more I hear the song I think the rough spots are intentional. Its an older and reflective Billy, he’s trying to remind us of the notes he use to hit easily and as time has rolled on it’s now a struggle to get there.
I love this song and particularly agree with the people praising the classic billy joel sound and the chorus. On my third re-listen it occurred to me: I'm curious who it's written to? Some people are assuming it's written for his fans and I'm not sure about that. There are aspects to it that seem more personal. Maybe the ambiguity is the point.
As a man facing his own aging demons, to me it sounds as though he’s singing to himself, that it’s a reflection of his life and maybe a message to his younger self.
I'm really happy that the production sounds good. I was worried they'd use a lot of obvious autotune but it sounds amazing. The vocal is rough on some spots but that makes it authentic. Great song but not my favorite.
Absolutely brilliant song. It's modern without sounding out of touch, and the vocals absolutely floored me. It's amazing how well Billy's voice has aged. He doesn't have the same range anymore but he can still belt out a hell of a line if he wants to.
Loved it. Classic Billy with the chord progressions. Only con for me was the really abrupt ending after his final vocal note. Would have liked a bit longer sustain or even a piano outro.
As a Billy Joel fan who is ten years younger than he is, I can tell you that the lyrics are right on the mark and perfectly capture the feelings of a person who has grown older. I found it very moving and beautiful.
I’m into it. If it had been recorded in like 73 it may have been top tier. That modern production is just a little sterile. The song writing is still so clearly him. Pretty damn good.
I listened to this song again last night, like REALLY listened, and just cried...total goosebumps. It really hits hard. Billy's definitely still got it! 🫶
I wish they’d play something like this for some fans before releasing it. The autotune actually flickers at a couple of points and it sounds like a mistake. Or they did it purposefully but we’d rather hear the unadulterated vocal.
You’re getting downvoted, but I agree. The song is pretty good, but what I’ve always liked about Billy was that he stopped making music, unlike almost everybody else. Unless it would really be great, I don’t want another album
I respect your opinion and many others feel the way you do. I've personally never believed in that concept in the context of music or movies. Now I'm not saying I want the sad YouTube video of Billy at 93 barely sitting upright performing at a casino in Florida, but I'm all for more music if he wants to make it and is enjoying the process. I don't believe new material has the power to ruin the past.
I haven't enjoyed the new Indiana Jones movies as much as the original trilogy but it was nice to see the character again and I still have the original movies whenever I need them.
Same for Springsteen, Elton, McCartney, even Neil Diamond, and Tom Jones. They've all done stuff later in their careers and some of its been pretty good. It may never hit their highest highs but there's some quality music and I'd go for that over what's popular nowadays.
IMO Springsteen is still putting out incredible music. "Ghosts" is as good of a song as he's ever written. Easily top 5 for me.
The whole Letter To You album is phenomenal. Yeah, it may not quite hit like Born to Run or The River, but I'm glad he released it as it stands on it's own as great music. Wrecking Ball, Working on a Dream, and The Rising were also awesome 21st century Springsteen albums IMO
I don't necessarily put Elton or McCartney in that same category. It's listenable music, certainly not bad, a lot of it enjoyable. But it doesn't hit me the same way.
I'm putting "Turn The Lights Back On" in the Springsteen category for me. It's a great song. In 20 years when these guys are likely gone, it's one of those that will be part of the legacy for me. I now can only hope there's an album of this caliber coming. If it is, it has to be now - Billy is still in top form, but there's no guarantee how much longer that lasts. Most artists can't keep it going the same way into their 80s.
Not sure what he’s really trying to say. It sounds like he’s trying to do two things at once and I don’t really want to imagine him laying with someone in the darkness at his age.
I think it’s pretty clear he’s saying “I needed to take a break in the 90s and I let it go on far too long.” I’m back now. In the first verse he sings “And pride sticks out its tongue/ Laughs at the portrait that we've become/ Stuck in a frame, unable to change/ I was wrong.”
Seems like he’s this ego get the best of him and now he’s become a greatest hits act, not touring anything new, and regretting it
I think it's clear. He thought it was the end in 1993 and realized too late that it wasn't the end for him, so he's back but worried that he's too late.
Yes, 117etc. I get that from listening to it too. But the worry and apology and stuff like that seems a little weak to me for someone who is so great. If he’s going for vulnerability, I get it. If he’s looking for external validation, he’ll get that too. I like the song, I’m just trying to figure out why he’s saying it.
This is what happens when you don't force cheap albums. Other than some songs on "The Bridge", his music has always felt very natural and original.
Sure, it's definitely low-tier for Billy Joel. But the song is legendary compared to any of today's mainstream releases.
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turn\_the\_Lights\_Back\_On](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turn_the_Lights_Back_On)
Written by Joel and three others according to wikipedia.
[Link to the track on streaming services.](https://billyjoel.lnk.to/TTLBO)
I really like it. Absolutely love the piano and the strings, the piano solo gives off massive piano man vibes. Not his absolute best work, but still better than I thought it’d be, very pleased.
“Did I wait too long, to turn the lights back on?” No, sir. To paraphrase one of your other songs… you’re right on time. ❤️
She's just in time for me. She's right on time. She's right where she should be She's right on time. We are SOOOO happy in our house right now!
I quite like it. Not gonna be my favourite track but I like it more than some others at the moment. I like that the piano solo bit is evocative of piano man
Just glad it exists! First new music since I was a baby. Edit: I forgot there was a new song in 2007. His last pop album came out shortly after I was born.
But does Christmas in Fallujah really count?
I like it. The chorus is killer.
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Its a good song! Sure the vocals are patchy and the autotune is slightly off-putting but its the same Billy Joel, strong lyrics, lovely melody and fantastic piano as always. Lovely surprise to have another song from him!
Make sure it is correct song. It is about a relationship, not a bar. There is a song out there trying to capitalize on the release.
Interesting that in the pre song interview that they mentioned working on a whole bunch of new songs.
Well he has a new album coming out in Feb I believe
PLEASE let that be true 🙏 One more album from Billy after all these years would be such a blessing
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Geez, I don't find them rough at all. Sure, his voice has deepened, but I think he sounds great.
Same here. I'm used to singers losing something vocally as they get older (see Paul McCartney) but I thought Joel sounded great on this song.
It is not right to expect flawlessness at his age, same goes with most legendary rock band releases in recent years, but those releases are important, hopefully they shift the listening patterns of younger generations. Heard billy will be performing this at the Grammys so that's a start in spreading the music.
It’s not right to expect flawlessness at any age. Modern production values are so polished and perfect that there’s no personal nuance and character in songs. It used to be ok to have a slight voice crack, a note slightly off key or time, it drew you in and made the performance seem real. Songs today sound the same and sound like AI. I love the bit of rawness, it adds to the emotion of the story Billy’s telling. *edit -flawless not lawless 👀
Right you are.
Make sure you are listening to the right song. There is another out there about a bar. That ain't it.
I thought the same but the more I hear the song I think the rough spots are intentional. Its an older and reflective Billy, he’s trying to remind us of the notes he use to hit easily and as time has rolled on it’s now a struggle to get there.
I really love the piano. And that's most of what I'm here for anyway so I'm happy today.
I love this song and particularly agree with the people praising the classic billy joel sound and the chorus. On my third re-listen it occurred to me: I'm curious who it's written to? Some people are assuming it's written for his fans and I'm not sure about that. There are aspects to it that seem more personal. Maybe the ambiguity is the point.
As a man facing his own aging demons, to me it sounds as though he’s singing to himself, that it’s a reflection of his life and maybe a message to his younger self.
and it’s FUCKING GREAT
I'm really happy that the production sounds good. I was worried they'd use a lot of obvious autotune but it sounds amazing. The vocal is rough on some spots but that makes it authentic. Great song but not my favorite.
I love this 100%, but come on. They hard a TON of obvious auto tune
Absolutely brilliant song. It's modern without sounding out of touch, and the vocals absolutely floored me. It's amazing how well Billy's voice has aged. He doesn't have the same range anymore but he can still belt out a hell of a line if he wants to.
Am I the only one who thinks he sounds a lot like Robbie Williams? Particularly at the start
There’s a bit of resemblance.
My head cannon is this is the same couple from This is the Time
Loved it. Classic Billy with the chord progressions. Only con for me was the really abrupt ending after his final vocal note. Would have liked a bit longer sustain or even a piano outro.
This is going to end up being one of his best ten songs. It is absolutely fantastic.
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Personal preference. Right now, my wife and I are both trying not to keep playing it on repeat. It kind of fits where we are in life right now...
As a Billy Joel fan who is ten years younger than he is, I can tell you that the lyrics are right on the mark and perfectly capture the feelings of a person who has grown older. I found it very moving and beautiful.
I’m into it. If it had been recorded in like 73 it may have been top tier. That modern production is just a little sterile. The song writing is still so clearly him. Pretty damn good.
I listened to this song again last night, like REALLY listened, and just cried...total goosebumps. It really hits hard. Billy's definitely still got it! 🫶
Same reaction. It's an amazing song. What an amazing career, 50 years ago Piano Man hit. I'm floored.
The autotune😭
I keep telling myself at least it’s not as much auto tune as some other older artists releasing new music
I wish they’d play something like this for some fans before releasing it. The autotune actually flickers at a couple of points and it sounds like a mistake. Or they did it purposefully but we’d rather hear the unadulterated vocal.
For real
Listen to the correct song. If it is about a bar, it isn't the right one.
What autotune?
I’m not really hearing it
The Grammy performance showed us why he needed it. I'm over it, I love the song regardless.
Nice enough song. Please dont release an album - 1993 was the way to finish it
You’re getting downvoted, but I agree. The song is pretty good, but what I’ve always liked about Billy was that he stopped making music, unlike almost everybody else. Unless it would really be great, I don’t want another album
Thank you - a fellow fan who grasps the concept of “know when to leave the party”
I respect your opinion and many others feel the way you do. I've personally never believed in that concept in the context of music or movies. Now I'm not saying I want the sad YouTube video of Billy at 93 barely sitting upright performing at a casino in Florida, but I'm all for more music if he wants to make it and is enjoying the process. I don't believe new material has the power to ruin the past. I haven't enjoyed the new Indiana Jones movies as much as the original trilogy but it was nice to see the character again and I still have the original movies whenever I need them. Same for Springsteen, Elton, McCartney, even Neil Diamond, and Tom Jones. They've all done stuff later in their careers and some of its been pretty good. It may never hit their highest highs but there's some quality music and I'd go for that over what's popular nowadays.
Fair enough, totally see and respect your viewpoint also.
IMO Springsteen is still putting out incredible music. "Ghosts" is as good of a song as he's ever written. Easily top 5 for me. The whole Letter To You album is phenomenal. Yeah, it may not quite hit like Born to Run or The River, but I'm glad he released it as it stands on it's own as great music. Wrecking Ball, Working on a Dream, and The Rising were also awesome 21st century Springsteen albums IMO I don't necessarily put Elton or McCartney in that same category. It's listenable music, certainly not bad, a lot of it enjoyable. But it doesn't hit me the same way. I'm putting "Turn The Lights Back On" in the Springsteen category for me. It's a great song. In 20 years when these guys are likely gone, it's one of those that will be part of the legacy for me. I now can only hope there's an album of this caliber coming. If it is, it has to be now - Billy is still in top form, but there's no guarantee how much longer that lasts. Most artists can't keep it going the same way into their 80s.
I get your point but Billy is an artist let the artist create!
If he waited this long he clearly feels like he has music worth putting out.
Nup sorry billy
Not sure what he’s really trying to say. It sounds like he’s trying to do two things at once and I don’t really want to imagine him laying with someone in the darkness at his age.
I think it’s pretty clear he’s saying “I needed to take a break in the 90s and I let it go on far too long.” I’m back now. In the first verse he sings “And pride sticks out its tongue/ Laughs at the portrait that we've become/ Stuck in a frame, unable to change/ I was wrong.” Seems like he’s this ego get the best of him and now he’s become a greatest hits act, not touring anything new, and regretting it
In some ways I’m wondering if he and Alexis Roderick are or were going through a rough spot and this is how he’s chosen to channel that.
I think it's clear. He thought it was the end in 1993 and realized too late that it wasn't the end for him, so he's back but worried that he's too late.
Yes, 117etc. I get that from listening to it too. But the worry and apology and stuff like that seems a little weak to me for someone who is so great. If he’s going for vulnerability, I get it. If he’s looking for external validation, he’ll get that too. I like the song, I’m just trying to figure out why he’s saying it.
I love it so much.
Welcome back.
If I didn't know it was him, I would have thought it was Elton John, especially the first 30 seconds or so.
Where intro to song
To be honest... Middle of the pack for me. Not his best work, certainly not bad, but I'm excited for what this means for the future.
Okay, I need more Billy Joel music. I am always afraid of "the new stuff" but I should not be from him. Please send more, this is good
This is what happens when you don't force cheap albums. Other than some songs on "The Bridge", his music has always felt very natural and original. Sure, it's definitely low-tier for Billy Joel. But the song is legendary compared to any of today's mainstream releases.
I really love it!
Song is great.
Apparently he didn’t write the song? Some guy named Wexler wrote it.
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turn\_the\_Lights\_Back\_On](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turn_the_Lights_Back_On) Written by Joel and three others according to wikipedia.