Hey Girl

Billy Joel

About Hey Girl

"Hey Girl" is a song written and composed by Gerry Goffin and Carole King. It first became a popular Top ten hit on the Billboard Hot 100 in August, 1963 when recorded by Freddie Scott. Donny Osmond took the song back to the Billboard top ten chart with his remake in 1971. There have also been many other cover versions of this song, including a cover by Billy Joel in 1997.


Year:
1997
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Hey, Girl! I want you to know,
I'm gonna miss you so much if you go.
And, Hey, Girl! I tell you  no lie,
Something deep inside of me's going to die,
if you say so long, if this is goodbye. Oh!

Hey, Girl! This can't be true,
How am I supposed to exist without you?
And, Hey, Girl! Now don't put me on,
What's gonna happen to me when you're gone.
How will I live. How can I go on.
How can I go on? Hey, Girl!

Hey, Girl! Now sit yourself down,
I'm not ashamed to get down on the ground,
Don't go away. Hey, Girl!
Don't go away. Hey, Girl!

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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: Carole King, Gerry Goffin

Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing

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10 facts about this song

Title
The song is titled "Hey Girl."
Artists
This song has been recorded by three significant artists - Billy Joel, Carole King, and Donny Osmond. All three are renowned in the music industry for their unique style, voice, and contributions.
Composition
Freddy Scott composed the original song. It has been covered many times by various artists, including Billy Joel, Carole King, and Donny Osmond.
Release Year
Freddy Scott released the original version back in 1963. Billy Joel's rendition of "Hey Girl" came out in 1997. Carole King and Donny Osmond performed the song in the late 70s and early 80s, respectively.
Genre
The song "Hey Girl" could be classified under genres such as pop, soul, and soft rock, depending on the artist's interpretation and style.
Achievements
The song has had some significant milestones. For instance, Donny Osmond's version climbed to number nine on the UK Singles Chart, making it a considerable success.
Interpretations
As interpreted by different artists, each version of "Hey Girl" contains its unique charm and distinct emotional tone. Billy Joel brings his signature piano-lead rock style, Carole King infuses her folk-pop sensibility, and Donny Osmond adds his teen-idol sweetness to the mix.
Live Performances
The song has been performed live several times by these artists during their concerts and music tours.
Album
Billy Joel's rendition of "Hey Girl" appeared as a bonus track on the '97 reissue of his "The Stranger" album, which is considered his most successful album.
Impact
Despite not being originally their song, Billy Joel, Carole King, and Donny Osmond managed to make "Hey Girl" their own through their distinctive interpretations, highlighting their respective musical strengths and appeal. This has helped foster the song's lasting appeal and enduring popularity among fans.

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  • harryj.25244
    There's a line missing from the last verse after "...down on the ground,"
    "And beg, beg you to stay,"
    LikeReply10 months ago

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