In 1996, Billy Joel answered questions from students at Hobart and William Smith Colleges, and was asked if anyone inspired him to write the song "James." You can watch Billy perform part of the song and explain the writing process behind it, along with telling a funny story about Keith Richards. Watch this and other videos as part of our weekly Billy Joel "Questions & Answers" lecture series!

During a Q&A session at Florida State University in 1996, Billy Joel was asked how he was inspired to write the song "Big Shot." Billy gave a funny answer which you can watch in this latest video from our weekly Billy Joel "Questions & Answers" lecture series.

Here's a preview of the cover art from Billy Joel's upcoming DVD "Live At Shea Stadium" featuring an incredible set list from the final concerts at this iconic venue. As more information becomes available, please keep checking BillyJoel.com and get even more sneak peeks by subscribing to Billy's official newsletter!

In a Q&A session in 1996, a Fairfield University student asked Billy Joel if he would ever consider becoming a teacher. Billy had already received an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from the university. You can watch his answer in the latest video from our Billy Joel "Questions & Answers" lecture series!

During a Q&A session at Fairfield University in 1996, Billy Joel was asked if there are any artists, past or present, that he would have liked to work with. Billy performed three musical tributes in answer to that question, and you can watch them all in the latest video from our weekly Billy Joel "Questions & Answers" lecture series!