All About Soul
Billy Joel
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She waits for me at night, she waits for me in silence She gives me all her tenderness and takes away my pain And so far she hasn't run, though I swear she's had her moments She still believes in miracles while others cry in vain It's all about soul It's all about faith and a deeper devotion It's all about soul 'Cause under the love is a stronger emotion She's got to be strong 'Cause so many things getting out of control Should drive her away So why does she stay? It's all about soul She turns to me sometimes and asks me what I'm dreaming And I realize I must have gone a million miles away And I ask her how she knew to reach out for me that moment And she smiles because it's understood there are no words to say It's all about soul It's all about knowing what someone is feeling The woman's got soul The power of love and the power of healing This life isn't fair It's gonna get dark, it's gonna get cold You've got to be tough, but that ain't enough It's all about soul There are people who have lost every trace of human kindness There are many who have fallen, there are some who still survive She comes to me at night and she tells me her desires And she gives me all the love I need to keep my faith alive It's all about soul It's all about joy that comes out of sorrow It's all about soul Who's standing now and who's standing tomorrow You've got to be hard Hard as the rock in that old rock 'n' roll But that's only part, you know in your heart It's all about soul
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Written by: Billy Joel
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation and Release"All About Soul" is a song by the renowned American musician Billy Joel. It was released in 1993 as the second single from his album, "River of Dreams."
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Chart PerformanceIn the United States, the song became a top 30 hit, peaking at number 29 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. It also reached number six on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart.
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Songwriting and CompositionLike much of his work, Joel wrote and composed "All About Soul" himself. The song, featuring a strong pop-rock sound, interspersed with rhythm and blues influences, showcases Joel's range as a songwriter and performer.
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Meaning and InterpretationThe song's lyrics are known for their poignantly emotional and philosophical content, exploring themes like love, commitment, and the endurance of the human spirit.
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Music VideoThe music video for "All About Soul" was directed by Rocky Schenck and is noted for its strong visual narrative, featuring Billy Joel playing a grand piano in the middle of fiery circumstances, signifying the strength of soul amidst challenges.
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Other PerformancesAlthough Joel announced his retirement from writing new pop/rock material in 1993, the same year this song was released, "All About Soul" has remained a regular part of his concert repertoire.
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Album SignificanceThe song is part of the "River of Dreams" album which was nominated for multiple Grammy awards, further cementing Joel's place as one of the most revered musicians of his time.
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Remix VersionA remix version of the song was released highlighting more of the gospel elements used as background vocals in the original version.
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CollaborationThe backing vocals in "All About Soul" are sung by the famous R&B and gospel singer, Richard Marx.
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Critical ReceptionThe song has received generally positive reviews for its powerful lyrics and Billy Joel's vocal delivery, considered as a testament to his enduring artistry and his ability to connect with audiences on an emotional level.
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