That's Not Her Style

Billy Joel

About That's Not Her Style

"That's Not Her Style" is a song by Billy Joel released as the fifth single from his album Storm Front, as well as the opening track on the album. It was written for Joel's then-wife Christie Brinkley. The song was the lowest-charting single from the album, failing to crack the top 70 in the U. S. The song's music video features a live performance of the song at Yankee Stadium. A 4 track EP was also released.


Year:
1990
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Some people think 
That she's one of those mink-coated ladies
They say she wakes up at one
And makes the paparazzi run till dawn
She wines and dines with Argentines and Kuwaitis
After she sips margaritas on the White House lawn

That's not her style I can tell you
That ain't my woman
It's just not her style I can tell you
Because I'm her man

The papers say 
She was seen in L.A. with a stranger
She found a perfect body 
With a Maserati right outside

And then she chartered a Lear
When she heard her career was in danger
And gave the pilot 
Somethin' extra for a perfect ride

That's not her style I can tell you
That ain't my woman
It's just not her style I can tell you
Because I'm her man

Not that she's never d
One something crazy or done something wild
It's just that she's better 
At doing whatever suits her style
And that's not her style

I've read where it's said 
That she sleeps in a bed made of satin
She's had her face done in every place you can try
They say she gets a piece 

Of every lease in Manhattan
And says she's thirty 
When she's really pushing forty-five

That's not her style I can tell you
That ain't my woman
It's just not her style I can tell you
Because I'm her man

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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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10 facts about this song

Songwriter
The song "That's Not Her Style" was written by Billy Joel himself. He is renowned as a remarkably gifted songwriter who pens down lyrics for his music without any assistance.
Album Detail
"That's Not Her Style" is part of the album "Storm Front" which was released in 1989. This album was Joel's 11th studio album.
Dealing with Rumors
The lyrics of the song are reported to have been written in defense of Joel's then-wife, Christie Brinkley, against rumors and speculations about her personality in the tabloids.
Chart Performance
Despite not being one of the more well-known songs from the album, it still cracked the Billboard charts in the United States, peaking at #77 in 1990.
Music Video
Unlike some of Billy Joel’s other hit songs from the same album, "That's Not Her Style" does not have an official music video.
Genre
The song falls into the Rock genre with its powerful rhythm and the strong lead guitar part.
Production
The track was produced by Billy Joel himself in collaboration with Mick Jones, who is best known as the lead guitarist for the rock band Foreigner.
Controvertial Lyric
The line “She ain’t no Gary Cooper” caused some confusion among listeners. Gary Cooper was a famous male actor, leading to debates about what Joel meant. In a Rolling Stone interview, Joel clarified that he was referring to Cooper's stoic, straightforward personality.
Positive Reviews
"That's Not Her Style" received praise from critics and fans alike for demonstrating Billy Joel's lyrical prowess and for the song's catchy rock melody.
Background Singers
The song features background vocals from famous artists such as Richard Marx, Sammy Merendino, and Crystal Taliefero. Joel's knack for blending different vocal styles is credited for the song's unique sound.

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