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• An Innocent Man, released in 1983, is Billy Joels homage to the music of the 1950s and early 1960s that shaped his youth. Following the introspective tone of The Nylon Curtain, Joel took a stylistic turn with this album, drawing from doo-wop, soul, and early rock n roll influences. Tracks like Uptown Girl and The Longest Time showcase Joels ability to emulate these classic sounds with both authenticity and flair. The albums arrangements are clean and vibrant, allowing Joels vocals and the nostalgic songwriting to shine.

  The album became one of Joels most commercially successful records, spending over 100 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart and producing several hit singles. Critics have praised its melodic craftsmanship, vocal performances, and loving tribute to earlier musical eras. Rather than sounding derivative, An Innocent Man manages to celebrate vintage styles while maintaining a sense of Joels own artistic voice. Its enduring appeal is a testament to the emotional sincerity and strong songwriting at its core.

  Reviews

  An Innocent Man is a testament to Billy Joel’s musical genius and his ability to pay homage to the past while creating something modern and enduring. Subjective Sounds

  The title song, An Innocent Man, is an absolute masterpiece. In fact, this soulful and dynamic ballad may well be Joels best overall song of the entire decade of the 1980s. Classic Rock Review

  An Innocent Man stands as a shining example of music that is timeless. With its catchy melodies, impressive vocal performances, and evocative songwriting it is a masterclass in nostalgia. Subjective Sounds

  Joel has rarely sounded so carefree either in performance or writing they also add an ingredient missing from most we heard a full, rich, musical midrange! The Skeptical Audiophile

  The Longest Time is a beloved A cappella gem and is one of the greatest sing-a-long songs of all time. Subjective Sounds

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  AllMusic rating: AllMusic users: (937 votes) Read the AllMusic.com review

• Artist: Billy Joel Label: Columbia, Legacy, Sony Music Format: LP Units: 1 Country: Europe Genre: Pop & Rock

• A1 Easy Money
  A2 An Innocent Man
  A3 The Longest Time
  A4 This Night
  A5 Tell Her About It
  B1 Uptown Girl
  B2 Careless Talk
  B3 Christie Lee
  B4 Leave A Tender Moment Alone
  B5 Keeping The Faith