Always a Woman

Billy Joel

About Always a Woman

"She's Always a Woman" is a song from Billy Joel's 1977 album The Stranger. It is a love song about a modern woman whom the singer has fallen totally in love with to the extent of falling for her endearing quirks as well as her flaws. The single peaked at #17 in the U. S. in 1977, and at #53 in the UK in 1986, when it was released as a double A-side with "Just the Way You Are". It re-entered the UK chart in 2010, reaching #29. A Muzak version of the track by Frank Chacksfield Orchestra is known to be one of the last songs played over the loudspeakers at the former World Trade Center complex before its collapse. The song is played in the compound time signature of 6/8.  


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1977
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She can kill with a smile, she can wound with her eyes
She can ruin your faith with her casual lies
And she only reveals what she wants you to see
She hides like a child, but she's always a woman to me

She can lead you to love, she can take you or leave you
She can ask for the truth, but she'll never believe
And she'll take what you give her, as long it's free
Yeah, She steals like a thief, but she's always a woman to me

Ohhh...she takes care of herself
She can wait if she wants, she's ahead of her time
Ohhh...and she never gives out
And she never gives in, she just changes her mind

And she'll promise you more than the garden of Eden
Then she'll carelessly cut you and laugh while you're bleeding
But she'll bring out the best and the worst you can be
Blame it all on yourself 'cause she's always a woman to me

Ohhh...she takes care of herself
She can wait if she wants, she's ahead of her time
Ohhh...and she never gives out
And she never gives in, she just changes her mind

She's frequently kind and she's suddenly cruel
She can do as she pleases, she's nobody's fool
And she can't be convicted, she's earned her degree
And the most she will do is throw shadows at you
But she's always a woman to me

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Billy Joel

William Martin "Billy" Joel (born May 9, 1949) is an American pianist, singer-songwriter, and composer. Since releasing his first hit song, "Piano Man," in 1973, Joel has become the sixth best-selling recording artist and the third best-selling solo artist in the United States, according to the RIAA. He also has the third best-selling album in the United States with his Greatest Hits Vol. 1 & 2. more »

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15 facts about this song

Song Background
"She's Always a Woman" is a song from Billy Joel's 1977 album, "The Stranger."
Chart Performance
The song peaked at No. 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 and is widely recognized as one of his most popular tracks.
Inspired by Real Woman
It was inspired by Joel's relationship with his then-wife, Elizabeth Weber, whom he was divorcing at the time.
Allegorical Lyrics
Despite its seemingly romantic lyrics, "She's Always a Woman" is actually a complex representation of Joel's feelings for his ex-wife, highlighting her strengths and weaknesses.
Popular in Concert
Joel often performs this song at his concerts due to its immense popularity among fans.
Famous Cover Version
An acoustic cover version of "She's Always a Woman" by Fyfe Dangerfield was featured in a 2010 commercial for the UK department store, John Lewis, leading to a resurgence in its popularity and chart performance.
Classic Ballad
"She's Always a Woman" is a ballad, a popular genre choice by Billy Joel, featuring his signature piano composition.
Dedicated Performance
Joel reportedly dedicated a performance of "She's Always a Woman" to his daughter, Alexa Ray Joel, during a concert in 2006.
Supporting Feminism
Though some critics argue about the exact interpretation of the lyrics, many fans perceive it as a pro-feminist song praising the strength and independence of women.
Song Recognition
In 2011, Rolling Stone magazine readers voted "She's Always a Woman" as one of Billy Joel's top 10 songs.
Re-released
In 1997, it was re-released as part of the compilation album "Greatest Hits Volume I & Volume II".
Crossover of Genres
"She's Always a Woman" exhibits a unique crossover of pop music and classical influences, a distinctive feature of Billy Joel's music-making style.
Different Interpretations
The song's lyrics have been interpreted differently by listeners, with some believing it depicts a devoted lover, while others see it as a cynical take on a toxic relationship.
Accolades and Recognition
Despite not winning any major awards, "She's Always a Woman" remains one of Billy Joel's most loved and recognized songs to this date.
Last Track
On the original vinyl release of "The Stranger", "She's Always a Woman" was the last track on side one.

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