Billy Joel: And So It Goes

Such a thorough exploration of Billy Joel's life. I knew nothing about him other than being familiar with some of his hit songs. Never owned an album or anything. But learning all of this was so touching and completely captivating. I'm so grateful for whoever made this movie- they obviously put a lot of thought into making it feel complete, and bringing me on an emotional ride throughout this man's life. I don't know what else to say, but I really enjoyed it.

Billy Joel music was the main soundtrack to my glory days living close by in NJ. We are similar ages and going through similar experiences, including depression at times. His music and lyrics are genius. The legacy he will leave behind is massive. Do any colleges study Billy Joel or is that a newer thing for pop stars ? I was lucky enough to see him once in Philadelphia and Christie Brinkley came out on stage (The Uptown Girl tour). The documentary was very informative as I didn't know all the details of his early years and first marriage. And also his childhood and very difficult relationship (non-relationship) with his father. These in-depth bio shows, like the Pee Wee Herman bio, are excellent and I hope HBO will continue to make more. It is bittersweet to think Billy is 76 and he and Elton John are beginning to slow down and have various health problems. I want to thank him and hope he has found happiness at last.

Based on Part One, I'm looking forward to Part Two.

I felt the editing in this episode is close to perfection. An almost intuitive sense of pace and timing. It's as musical as the music of Billy Joel.

I wasn't aware of the depths of Billy's early adulthood difficulties, and the enduring extent to which they serve as both carrot and stick. But I wonder if it could be any other way for an artist of his calibre, especially at the point in time when "The Stranger," "52nd Street" and "Glass Houses" rocketed him to international currency.

Nice idea to close the credits with "Zanzibar." Listening to Freddie Hubbard absolutely crushing it still gives me the shivers.

Yes his music is great...but there is so much more to the story. We see/hear his take on his life and it certainly feels engaging and honest with the struggles and trials of life and music. Content wise it delves into the songs of his life, song by song, album by album...but more importantly it delivers him to us.

And Elizabeth and her story solidifies the product. She might be the backbone of Billy's career as well as his emotional center.

Putting this documentary together was a masterpiece that brings themes together from episodes in his life in a non-linear intertwined fashion. For me compelling and heartwarming embellished by many voices supportive of this truly great songwriter, arranger and singer. You can feel the love he has for many including his band and the love and admiration they have for him. And can not forget the genius of Clive Davis who brought Billy along with some of the greatest music the world will ever know to our ears and hearts.

This whole documentary was brilliantly done. Despite the negative reviews, this is not a puff piece and isn't always flattering. He and Christie are still close friends, but she doesn't just flatter him. Katie was married to him in a more difficult time and she clearly addresses those issues. We know many of the stories but the detail was amazing and taught us much more. Ignore the low reviews -- I can guarantee they were from people who were offended he called out their "hero". The man has been making music and selling out stadiums for more than 50 years. People obviously enjoy what he has to share.