Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel)
Billy Joel
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Goodnight my angel, time to close your eyes And save these questions for another day I think I know what you've been asking me I think you know what I've been trying to say I promised I would never leave you Then you should always know Wherever you may go, no matter where you are I never will be far away Goodnight my angel, now it's time to sleep And still so many things I want to say Remember all the songs you sang for me When we went sailing on an emerald bay And like a boat out on the ocean I'm rocking you to sleep The water's dark and deep, inside this ancient heart You'll always be a part of me Goodnight my angel, now it's time to dream And dream how wonderful your life will be Someday your child may cry, and if you sing this lullaby Then in your heart there will always be a part of me Someday we'll all be gone But lullabies go on and on They never die That's how you and I will be
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Written by: Billy Joel
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel)" is a song written by Billy Joel. It was released on his 1993 album "River of Dreams."
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InspirationBilly Joel composed this song for his daughter, Alexa Ray Joel. It is intended to be a reassuring piece that even if parents are not physically present, they will always be there in spirit.
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Emotional ConnectionThe song has a deep emotional connection for Joel. Its lyrics allude to the loss of his father and his constant efforts to reconcile that loss through music.
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MusicalityThe song beautifully demonstrates Joel's ability to combine pop with classical music elements. It bears a soothing, piano-driven melody that has elements of lullabies in it.
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Album SuccessThe album "River of Dreams," which features "Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel)", was a commercial success. It went to the top of the charts and has been certified four times Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
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Notable PerformancesThe song has been performed in several key events including during the Billy Joel's performance at the Concert for New York City, held in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks.
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Praises and RecognitionThe song has been widely praised for its touching lyrics and melodious tune. It is often considered one of Billy Joel's most beautiful songs.
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Song DurationThe song runs approximately three and a half minutes, making it a comparatively shorter revision than most of Joel's works.
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Other VersionsAlthough the song was written for his daughter, Joel has also performed a version of the song where he changes the lyrics to sing about his mother.
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Notable CoversThe song has been covered by many artists over the years, showcasing its enduring popularity. Notably, it was covered by the a cappella group, The Persuasions, on their album, "The Persuasions sing Billy Joel: A Cappella Dreams".
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