Worse Comes to Worst
Billy Joel
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Today I'm livin' like a rich man's son Tomorrow mornin' I could be a bum It doesn't matter which direction, though I know a woman in New Mexico Chorus: Worse comes to worst I'll get along I don't know how, but sometimes I can be strong Oh, and if I don't have a car, I'll hitch I got a thumb and she's a son of a bitch I do my writing on my road guitar And make a living at a piano bar, oh Chorus Lightning and thunder Flashed across the roads we drove upon Oh, but it's clear skies we're under When I am together, when I sing the song Chorus Oh, fun ain't easy if it ain't free Too many people got a hold on me But I know something that they don't know I know a woman in New Mexico Chorus 3x and fade
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Written by: BILLY JOEL
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"Worst Comes to Worst" is a Billy Joel song from the album "Piano Man," which was released in 1973.
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Song MeaningThe track depicts a person who is standing at an emotional crossroads and looking back on life. Despite all the struggles and hardships, the singer maintains an optimistic outlook with the line "And so it goes, and so it goes."
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Album SuccessAlthough "Piano Man" is often the highlighted song from the album due to its success, "Worst Comes to Worst" holds its own. The "Piano Man" album went multi-platinum, indicating high sales and showing that the other songs on the album, including "Worst Comes to Worst," also garnered widespread attention.
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InspirationBilly Joel has often said that his songs are snapshots of his life at the time he wrote them. However, he hasn't disclosed the specific personal experiences that inspired "Worst Comes to Worst."
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Performance StyleCompared to some of Billy Joel's other songs, "Worst Comes to Worst" has a lighter and more upbeat sound, despite the serious and reflective lyrics.
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Song ReceptionWhile it didn't become a chart-topping hit, "The Worst Comes to Worst" has generally been well-received by fans for its catchy tune and introspective lyrics.
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Emotional ImpactThis song is loved by many for its unique ability to instill a sense of hope and resilience in the listeners.
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Song Style"Worst Comes to Worst" demonstrates Billy Joel's knack for storytelling through lyrics, a skill that made him one of the most beloved singer-songwriters of his time.
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Music InfluencesAs with many songs on the "Piano Man" album, "Worst Comes to Worst" reflects a strong folk and pop influence, featuring elements of both genres in its musical composition.
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Live PerformancesWhile not part of his standard setlist, "Worst Comes to Worst" has occasionally been featured in Joel's live performances, much to the delight of his die-hard fans.
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