All For Leyna

Billy Joel

About All For Leyna

"All for Leyna" is a song by Billy Joel from the 1980 album Glass Houses. "All for Leyna" was released as a single in the United Kingdom, where it reached #40 on the UK Singles Chart. The lyrics tell the story of the protagonist who meets a girl named Leyna, and, after a one-night stand, becomes obsessed with her. A performance music video was made featuring Joel and his band in the studio. The video prominently features Joel playing a Yamaha CP-80 electric grand piano and an Oberheim OB-X synthesizer.  


Year:
2007
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She stood on the tracks
Waving her arms
Leading me to that third rail, shock!
Quick as a wink
She changed her mind

She gave me a night
That's all it was
What will it take until I stop!
Kidding myself, wasting my time, whoa

There's nothing else I can do
'Cause I'm doing it all For Leyna
I don't want anyone new
'Cause I'm living it all For Leyna
There's nothing in it for you
'Cause I'm giving it all to Leyna

We laid on the beach
Watching the tide
She didn't tell me there were, rocks
Under the waves
Right off the shore

Washed up on the sand
Barely alive
Wishing the undertow would, stop
How can a man take anymore, whoa

There's nothing else I can do
'Cause I'm doing it all for Leyna
I don't want anyone new
'Cause I'm living it all for Leyna
There's nothing in it for you
'Cause I'm giving it all to Leyna

I'm failing in school
Losing my friends
Making my family loose their minds
I don't want to eat
I don't want to sleep
I only want Leyna, one more time

Now, I'm in my room
Watching the tube
Telling myself, she still may, drop!
Over to say, she's changed her mind

So, I wait in the dark
Listening for her
Instead of hearing my old man saying, stop
Kidding yourself, wasting your time

There's nothing else I can do
'Cause I'm doing it all for Leyna
I don't want anyone new
'Cause I'm living it all for Leyna
There's nothing in it for you
'Cause I'm giving it all to Leyna

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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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Written by: BILLY JOEL

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Artist Information
"All for Leyna" was written and performed by Billy Joel, a well-known American singer-songwriter and pianist.
Album Details
The song is a part of the album "Glass Houses," which was Billy Joel's seventh studio album.
Release Date
"All for Leyna" was released in February 1980 as part of the "Glass Houses" album.
Chart Performance
It was not released as a single in the US, but it reached the top 40 in the UK.
Genre Classification
The song is usually classified under the Rock genre, highlighting Joel's departure from his earlier pop and soft rock styles to a more rock 'n' roll approach on the "Glass Houses" album.
B-Side
The single was released with the B-side "C'etait toi (You Were The One)".
Theme
The song discusses a one-night stand Billy had that led to an overwhelming obsession over a girl named Leyna.
Live Performances
"All for Leyna" has been a staple in Billy Joel's live performances. He often opens his concerts with this song.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the track for Joel's lyrical depth, capturing the obsessive nature of love, and its energetic rhythm and beat.
In Popular Culture
While "All for Leyna" doesn't have a heavy presence in popular culture, the song is considered one of the fan favorites.
Song Inspiration
Billy Joel has mentioned multiple times that this song was inspired by a brief, yet intense romantic encounter he had.
Distinctive Features
It is known for its fast piano chord transitions, validating Billy Joel's finesse on the piano.
Music Video Status
Unlike some of Billy Joel's other popular songs, "All for Leyna" does not have an official music video.
Cover Versions
This song has been covered by other artists, including Gary Douglas Band and musician Julian Velard.
Song Achievements
Despite not being released as a single in the United States, "All for Leyna" demonstrates Billy Joel's considerable songwriting ability, contributing to "Glass Houses" winning a Grammy for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance.

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