A closer look at the biggest achievements of Billy Joel. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Billy Joel, an American singer-songwriter and pianist, achieved fame in the 1970s and is known as the "Piano Man" after his iconic 1973 song. Throughout his career, spanning from 1971 to 1993, he released 12 studio albums across pop and rock genres, later adding a classical compositions album in 2001. With over 160 million records sold globally, he is among the best-selling music artists worldwide and the fourth-best-selling solo artist in the U.S. His 1985 compilation album, Greatest Hits – Volume I & Volume II, remains one of the best-selling albums in the United States.
In 1977, Billy Joel achieved a critical and commercial breakthrough with the release of "The Stranger".
In 1977, Columbia Records introduced Billy Joel to Phil Ramone, who produced all of Joel's studio albums until 1986. "The Stranger" was released in 1977 and became a commercial success, with four Top-25 hits on the Billboard charts. It was Joel's first Top Ten album, reaching number two on the charts, and was certified multi-platinum.
In 1978, Billy Joel released "52nd Street", named after Manhattan's 52nd Street. The album sold over seven million copies and reached number one on the charts. It also won Grammy awards for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Male and Album of the Year.
In 1978, Billy Joel's album "52nd Street" became his first to reach No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
In July 1980, "It's Still Rock and Roll to Me" became Joel's first Billboard number-one single.
In the summer of 1983, Billy Joel released "An Innocent Man", a tribute to R&B and doo wop music. The album itself reached No. 4 on the charts and No. 2 in UK. It also boasted six top-30 singles.
In September 1989, Billy Joel released "We Didn't Start the Fire", which became his third US number-one hit.
In 1992, Billy Joel was awarded his high school diploma from Hicksville High, 25 years after leaving, based on essays he submitted.
In 1992, Billy Joel was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
In 1999, Billy Joel was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
In 2001, Billy Joel received the Johnny Mercer Award from the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
In 2006, Billy Joel was inducted into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame.
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