Honesty
Kuschelrock, Billy Joel
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If you search for tenderness It isn't hard to find. You can have the love you need to live. But if you look for truthfulness You might just as well be blind. It always seems to be so hard to give. Honesty is such a lonely word. Everyone is so untrue. Honesty is hardly ever heard. And mostly what I need from you. I can always find someone To say they sympathize. If I wear my heart out on my sleeve. But I don't want some pretty face To tell me pretty lies. All I want is someone to believe. Honesty is such a lonely word. Everyone is so untrue. Honesty is hardly ever heard. And mostly what I need from you. I can find a lover. I can find a friend. I can have security until the bitter end. Anyone can comfort me With promises again. I know, I know. When I'm deep inside of me Don't be too concerned. I won't ask for nothin' while I'm gone. But when I want sincerity Tell me where else can I turn. Because you're the one I depend upon. Honesty is such a lonely word. Everyone is so untrue. Honesty is hardly ever heard. And mostly what I need from you.
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Written by: Billy Joel
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"Honesty" is one of the tracks on Billy Joel's sixth studio album, "52nd Street," which was released in 1978.
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Song QualitiesThe song is well-known for its touching lyrics and vibrant piano melody, which are both typical features of Billy Joel's timeless music.
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Chart PickThe song reached #24 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States in 1979, demonstrating its popularity at the time.
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Song Meaning'Honesty' talks about the value and rarity of finding honesty in people. Joel wanted to highlight how people often hide their true intentions under attractive facades.
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Single ReleaseIt was released as a single in 1979, following the success of "Big Shot" and "My Life."
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Music VideoThe music video for "Honesty" was one of the first music clips Joel ever released and features him performing the song on a wooden piano.
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Other Artist CoverBeyoncé, an American singer and songwriter, did a cover of the song "Honesty" in 2001 as part of her Destiny's Child days.
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Grammy AwardsThe album "52nd Street," which includes 'Honesty', won a Grammy in 1980 for "Album of the Year."
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Song InspirationThe song is said to be inspired by Joel's own experiences in dealing with dishonesty within the music industry.
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Lyrics WriterBilly Joel not only performs the song, but he also wrote the lyrics himself, exemplifying his profound songwriting skills.
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