A Beautiful Song for a Fading Era
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By Truitt65
When I first heard Billy Joel’s “Turn the Lights Back On”, it stopped me cold. I wasn’t expecting a song performed by a magnificent singer in his 70s to so perfectly encapsulate the zeitgeist I’m living through at the moment. For me, it feels like the closing chapter of a beloved book, or the parting of a dear friend. To be clear, I feel this song perfectly captures the end of an era—the era we’re now living in which is rapidly coming to a close. Only a handful of songs can make me feel this way, among them “The Best of Times” by Styx, “The Last Resort” by The Eagles, "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me" by Elton John, and “A Change is Gonna Come” by Sam Cooke. Bravo, Billy Joel! You have created a true masterpiece!
Finally
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By Skinqueen17
Love everything about this song! Finally, Billy is back!
SUPERB!!!
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By SarahSle
I’m 52 and grew up on Billy. His music is ingrained in most of the history of my life. I’m honored to have grown up during his career and been able to incorporate it into my memories! Thank you! Listening to certain songs always brings back feelings! Mostly highly memorable! Some sad ….some happy….all a privledge to have heard!
Love at first listen 💕
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By GTena
After hearing the story behind this song, my husband and I had to listen for ourselves. Wow! We both fell in love with it the first time we heard it. Beautiful
Pulled me in the first time I heard it
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By JBollman
This song is absolutely beautiful. So glad to hear a new song from a true artist. This message really speaks to me.
Outstanding!
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By Sun City Mimi
I have never been a huge Joel fan but this song is the greatest!
Worth the wait!
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By Rob2010camaro
First time I heard this song, I fell in love. Classic. Nobody does it like Billy.
Something beautiful left to share.
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By SeaDoggie7
Thank you Billy!
Instant Classic
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By SpincoachMD
One of the greatest gifts Billy could give to all of us who have loved him and his music for many decades. All I can say is Thank You! 🫶🏻
Amazing
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By Luv Addict
He still has it! Amazing song.
